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Ballet School Gives Back
Marblehead School of Ballet to give back during Community Appreciation Week and Marblehead Christmas Walk.

The Marblehead School of Ballet (MSB) will celebrate Community Appreciation Week from December 4-10 in conjunction with the Marblehead Christmas Walk from December 3-6. During this special week, members of the public are invited to come and try a dance class. Parents and guardians, who are considering dance training and opportunities for their children, are welcome to visit the school.
“The Marblehead School of Ballet has been a part of this community for 44 years. We like to give back to the community that has supported us all these years. During Community Appreciation Week, we welcome newcomers into the Marblehead School of Ballet family,” said Paula K. Shiff, Director of MSB.
From December 4-10, the MSB is providing these special offers to the public. Guests may come and watch a class. A new student may attend any class for only five dollars. Students who are currently enrolled in the school may bring a friend to class for the exclusive rate of five dollars only during this week. Interested dancers or parents may arrange a complimentary consultation with Ms. Shiff to discuss their dance plans and also learn more about the school’s 44-year history.
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“Ballet helps keep your mind sharp, as you quickly memorize combinations and then move using them,” said Judy Moynihan, a long-term ballet student at the school.
Individuals interested in attending a class or seeking more information are asked to call in advance the school’s office at 781-631-6262. For a class schedule, visit http://www.havetodance.com/marblehead/schedule.html.
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Celebrating its 44th year, the Marblehead School of Ballet, founded in 1971 by Paula K. Shiff, has earned a wide reputation for the excellence of its training and integrity of purpose. Classical ballet forms the core of teaching with particular emphasis on correct alignment and development of strength and agility. The sheer pleasure of dance and of music is always central to the classroom experience.
Photo of Dancer Haley Russo at the Marblehead School of Ballet courtesy of the Marblehead School of Ballet.
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