About Us
We are committed to entertaining, engaging and educating through dance at BalletMet.
Since 1978, BalletMet has brought incredible dance to theaters, studios and classrooms in Central Ohio—and beyond. Located in the heart of downtown Columbus, BalletMet boasts a black box theatre performance space, seven dance studios, administrative offices and costume and scene shops.
Every year, BalletMet reaches over 100,000 audience members through local performances, touring shows, academy classes and extensive outreach. BalletMet maintains its commitment to the creation of new work and the re-staging of contemporary masterworks with the goal of ceaselessly stimulating audiences. BalletMet also operates a dance academy impacting more than 1,000 students each year. Classes offered include ballet, tap, modern and lyrical dance and are designed for all levels of experience, from the avid dance lover to the aspiring professional. In addition to performances and education, BalletMet impacts the community through free and open rehearsals, scholarships and more.
As a non-profit, 501c3 organization, BalletMet is governed by a board of trustees, which devotes extensive time and resources to ensure a continued level of excellence.
For BalletMet’s 990, please contact Donna M. Zianni, BalletMet Finance Director, at (614) 586-8612 or [email protected]. You may also visit www.guidestar.org.
Our Vision
To create and foster world-class art and artists that inspire Columbus and beyond.
Our Mission
To entertain, engage and educate through dance.
Our Core Principles
We maintain a resident classically-based professional company of soloist quality dancers with a repertoire from classic to contemporary works.
We provide a comprehensive Dance Academy curriculum focused on quality and healthful instruction for students of all ages.
We advance diversity, ethical conduct and a positive and respectful environment.
Anti-Racism and Equity Statement
We believe that art can inspire change. Our hope is that BalletMet will serve as a vehicle, a comfort and a celebration of our community and all humanity. As with many arts and cultural organizations around the country, BalletMet stands in solidarity with those taking action against systemic racism.
Meet the Senior Team
Meet BalletMet’s Professional Company Members
Images by Jennifer Zmuda