Ballet 5:8 Online

A warm, visually rich dance adaptation inspired by Sandra Cisneros’ classic novel. This virtual field trip invites students into Esperanza’s world through movement, music, and themes of home, identity, family, and growing up between cultures.

Strong fit for upper elementary, middle school, high ...

Celebrate Tutu Day (2/2) with us! See these beautiful tutus in action.

Julianna Rubio Slager's Beyond the Nutcracker 2025 filmed at Lincoln Way North Performing Arts Center. All rights reserved.

This spring, The School Ballet 5:8 presents a brand new story ballet Cinder Ella. Our story centers around Ella, an orphan who is tasked with tending the fire at her stepmother’s home. The fire has scarred her face and arms, and she is seen by those around her as an ugly and unremarkable child. H...