The CFB Academy Expands Studio!

The Central Florida Ballet Academy is counting on a big year - and we mean that literally! Over the past week, construction has taken place to expand one of the Academy's three studios. "The Academy has grown significantly over the past year and we needed additional space to accommodate the increase in students." says School Director, Diane Withee.

That means the Central Florida Ballet Academy is now operating with three large studios all of which are equipped with sprung flooring (which reduce the chance of athletic injuries). "I was so surprised when I walked in - It's so much bigger and nice! I can't wait to start dance for the year!" says Lauren, a Level 8 student this year. Lauren will get her chance along with her fellow classmates this Monday, August 29th when the CFB Academy opens for the 2011-12 school year. With classes filling up quickly, the Academy is sure to bring the 'wow factor' when all of the students check out the studios for the first time next week.

Want to join Lauren and her friends at the Central Florida Ballet Academy? Visit http://www.centralfloridaballet.com for information on classes & schedules. To set up a trial class, please call the CFB Academy at 407.849.9948 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting            407.849.9948      end_of_the_skype_highlighting.


Be sure to check back soon for the official pictures!

Central Florida Ballet & Northland, A Church Distributed Unite for Free Benefit Performance

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The Central Florida Ballet will commemorate the 10^th Anniversary attack on the World Trade Center with its’ stirring performance entitled “9/11 An American Moment” - to be held at Northland, A Church Distributed on Sunday, September 11^th at 2:00pm. 

Created in 2006, “9/11 An American Moment” is an original production capturing the poignancy of tested and proven American patriotism; her courage, faith, resolve and pride in response to the World Trade Center attack.

Photo By: Virginia Trudeau & Deedee Sherman

During the hour-long performance featuring various types of dance, you are taken through a storyline of scenes describing the before, during, and after the attack. It gets “very real” with the inclusion of news-broadcast sound bites and a depiction of a child praying on the loss of her father after the disaster. “The performance is one of the most moving I have ever been apart of in my dance career. It doesn’t matter which generation you are, it is a relatable performance on all levels. It’s a show you won’t be walking out of without crying.” Says Vasile Petrutiu, Founder and Executive Director of the Central Florida Ballet.

After seeing the performance, Danny Gordon, a Governing Elder at the Northland, A Church Distributed knew more people needed to experience this touching story and knew Northland, A Church Distributed would be the perfect place to do so. “We are proud to be able to bring Central Florida such an incredible tribute to the victims of 9/11 and to the first responders, armed forces, fire fighters, and law enforcement officers who risk their lives daily to protect our country.”


Reservations are not required, but are strongly recommended to ensure seating. To reserve your seats, call the Central Florida Ballet - Box Office at 407.849.9948.


Donations are encouraged for the free performance and can be directed to aid the victims of 9/11  and their families or to the Central Florida Ballet. Donations will be accepted at the door after the performance.

For more information on Central Florida Ballet visit the official web site at www.centralfloridaballet.com. The Central Florida Ballet is a not-for-profit organization.

Academy Open House - This Saturday!

To be held this Saturday, August 6th, 2011!

From 2:00-5:00 p.m. an open house will be conducted at the Central Florida Ballet's Academy located 5 minutes away from MetroWest and the Mall at Millenia.  Attendees will be able to tour the dance studios, meet the staff and teachers, sample some delicious food, and register for Fall classes.  Don’t miss our prize giveaways – t-shirts, bags, and more!! All are welcome to come and see what Central Florida Ballet is all about!! RSVP’s are strongly encouraged for the CFB Academy Open House.

Photo By: Virginia Trudeau & Deedee Sherman

Visit http://www.centralfloridaballet.com/  or Call 407.849.9942 for more information.