The Ithaca Ballet is a renowned dance school and ballet company in Upstate New York, offering exceptional professional training to a diverse student community. Founded in 1961, it is the oldest continuously performing arts group in Tompkins County. The ballet company performs four productions a year, including classical and contemporary works, and supports the lifelong benefits of dance through its ballet education programs. With a mission to promote ballet in Upstate New York, the Ithaca Ballet enriches the lives of audiences of all ages through its performances and training.