Ballet Academy of Missouri

09/17/2026

✨🩰 SOLD OUT! 🩰✨

That’s right, folks—our Pre-Ballet program is officially SOLD OUT!

The magic Ms. Jenn and Ms. Melissa create speaks for itself. At BAMO, exceptional ballet training begins at the very beginning. Our youngest dancers are developing body awareness, musicality, creativity, coordination, focus, patience, and confidence—all while building a true foundation in classical ballet.

Whether they pursue ballet or another path, these little dancers are learning skills that will carry with them: discipline, confidence, focus—and, most importantly, grace.

We’re setting the standard for classical ballet in KC from their very first plié.

Missed your spot? Jump on the waitlist! More Pre-Ballet magic may be coming soon. 👀✨

Train them right. Nurture their love of it. Watch them soar. 🩰

09/15/2026

The sweetest little doll you ever did see! Thank you National Ballet Competition for sharing our Crosley’s performance from last year! We can’t wait see you again soon!🩰💕💗🫶🏻

09/06/2026

*READY TO EXPERIENCE THE NUTCRACKER IN A WHOLE NEW WAY?** ✨

This year, discover Kansas City’s Newest Magical Holiday Kickoff!

Ballet Academy of Missouri is bringing a fresh production of the beloved holiday classic to the historic Folly Theater—with magic at every turn, stunning professional costumes, beautiful choreography, professional guest artists, theatrical effects, and all the wonder you expect from The Nutcracker.

And we’re bringing you this level of production at a ticket price you simply won’t find for an experience like this.

🎄ONE SHOW ONLY — THANKSGIVING WEEKEND!🎄

Come discover what everyone is talking about and experience The Nutcracker in a whole new way. Make BAMO’s Nutcracker a new part of your family’s holiday tradition!

And this is just the beginning. Each year, we’ll add even more magic, surprises, and spectacle as our Nutcracker grows.

✨A new Kansas City holiday tradition starts here.✨

🎟 TICKETS ON SALE NOW: www.follytheater.org
📅 Sunday, November 29, 2026 | 2:00 PM
📍 The Folly Theater
300 W. 12th St. | Kansas City, MO
☎️ 816-474-4444

Tickets are going fast—get yours before they’re gone!

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Step into the enchanting world of The Nutcracker as the mysterious Drosselmeyer whisks young Clara on an unforgettable Christmas Eve adventure. From a festive holiday party and magical dancing dolls to a midnight battle between toy soldiers and mischievous mice, Clara's journey continues through the...

08/27/2026

✨🩰 THIS IS BAMO. 🩰✨

A week and a half into Season II… and everywhere we look, something is happening.

Classes full of dancers ✔️
New pre-pointe & pointe shoes fitted ✔️
New choreography being created ✔️
Nutcracker cast ✔️
Nutcracker rehearsals about to begin ✔️
Nutcracker props going into production ✔️
Waitlists already forming ✔️

When we opened BAMO, we had a very clear vision: to provide exceptional classical ballet training while creating an environment where young dancers are supported, challenged, and inspired to grow.

Teach them. Love them. Watch them grow.

These photos are what that looks like. 🤍

It’s not just something we say. It’s what we are building—one class, one dancer, one opportunity, one production and one season at a time.

And Season II is only a week and a half old.

Kansas City, we’re just getting started. 🩰✨

Want to be part of what’s happening at BAMO? Some classes still have limited availability, while others have already moved to waitlists.

Come grow with us. 🤍

Setting the Standard for Classical Ballet in KC.❤️🖤

08/17/2026

✨ WELCOME TO SEASON II ✨

The barre is waiting. The music is about to begin. And the pursuit of excellence continues. 🩰

At BAMO, every class is intentional, every correction has purpose, and every dancer is challenged to grow-not only in technique, but in artistry, discipline, and confidence.

We don’t follow the standard.

We set it.

To our returning dancers, welcome home. 🤍
To those beginning their journey, welcome to something extraordinary.

✨ Excellence. Elegance. Elevation.✨

08/13/2026

🩰✨ Start your dancer off right. ✨🩰

At BAMO, our Pre-Ballet Program blends childhood wonder with classical ballet training. 🧚‍♀️🎀🦢

We focus on more than just steps—building musicality, coordination, posture, and ballet basics, while nurturing grace, confidence, kindness, and respect. 🌷✨

Because at BAMO, we don’t just teach ballet.

We teach them Class. 🎀✨

🧚‍♀️ Mommy and Me | Ages 0–2
🌷 Pre-Ballet I | Ages 3–4
🩰 Pre-Ballet II | Ages 5–6

📅 Classes begin August 17
📅 Thursdays & Saturdays

A strong beginning lasts a lifetime. 🦢✨
Setting the Standard for Classical Ballet in KC. 🧑‍🩰🫶🏻🩰❤️🖤
📸 Carly Crowder Photography