Performances with Purpose: Where Artistry Comes to Life

At The Academy of Classical Ballet-CA, we view performance as an essential part of your child’s dance education—not for competition, but for growth, confidence, and joy. Our productions aren’t about winning trophies—they’re about telling stories, celebrating progress, and helping young dancers feel proud of who they are and what they’ve accomplished.

Ballet dancers performing on stage in colorful costumes against a winter-themed backdrop with snowflakes.

Overview

Performance Schedule

Each year, our students present two full-length ballet performances in Campbell at the beautiful and historic Campbell Heritage Theatre:

  •  A unique spring production, typically a story ballet, in May

  • Our original ballet, A Winter Wonderland, each December

These are full-scale productions with professional sets, costumes, props, and experienced stage crews—giving students the chance to experience the full magic of ballet beyond the classroom. These moments build not only technical skill, but also confidence, collaboration, and a deep love for the art form.

“Being on stage helped my daughter come out of her shell—she’s more confident in everything she does now.”
— Parent of a Level 2 dancer

All of our performances are the result of carefully structured, age-appropriate, and body-positive training. Whether your child dreams of dancing professionally or simply wants to express themselves through movement, they’ll gain valuable life skills—discipline, teamwork, creativity, and self-confidence—that extend far beyond the stage.

These experiences allow our dancers to grow artistically while sharing the joy of dance with the community.

We're proud to offer a program where performance is not pressure—it’s empowerment.

Five young girls dressed as dancers in white costumes with wing-like sleeves, performing on stage with a blue background that resembles ice or sky, with snow on the stage floor.
Three young girls dressed as ladybugs in a dance performance on stage, with green curtain backdrop.
Two ballet dancers performing on stage, dressed in white costumes with gold accents, with a decorated theater set in the background.
Ballet dancer in a white tutu and sparkling tiara, performing a leap on stage with a snow-like setup, blue backdrop, and stage lighting.
Two ballet dancers in pink tutus and jeweled crowns perform a dance on stage, mid-air leap with arms raised and smiling faces, stage lighting in the background.
Four ballet dancers performing on stage with a scenic backdrop of cottages and trees, under a dark, cloudy sky.
Ballet dancers performing on stage with a detailed backdrop of a grand palace interior, featuring chandeliers, columns, and elaborate architecture.
A ballet dancer in a light blue dress performing on stage with a backdrop of mushrooms and large colorful flowers
Ballet dancers performing on stage with a grand, elegant backdrop featuring chandeliers and ornate architecture.
Ballet dancers on stage dressed in colorful costumes, some with pink and white, green and red, and others in blue, performing a scene with a painted forest background.
Performer dressed as a rabbit, mid-jump on stage in front of black curtains, wearing a white costume with bunny ears and holding a yellow object.
A ballet performance on stage featuring a male dancer in a white ornate costume, with two female dancers in tutus and tiaras, and a painted backdrop of an elegant palace interior.
Two ballet dancers performing a lift on stage with ornate, classical set design in the background.
A group of ballet dancers in costumes performing on stage with a winter scene backdrop showing snow-covered trees and a moonlit night.
Two women in colorful costumes performing on stage; one woman in a blue outfit and hat holds a rope attached to the other woman dressed as Tinker Bell who is sitting on a sled, reaching out with a joyful expression.

"Crystal Petzel has a wealth of knowledge that is rooted in solid technique and revered tradition. What sets her apart is a passion for dance and a deep appreciation for personal expression within it. She takes a genuine interest in each student as a unique artist: recognizing individual gifts, inspiring curiosity and confidence, and providing the guidance and encouragement to allow each performer to pursue their highest potential in a nurturing and creatively stimulating environment"

-Annmaria Mazzini

Former Dancer for Paul Taylor Dance Company

"It was certainly a magical show with lots of laughs. I loved the humor.  My guests were amazed and impressed at how professional it was considering it was a children’s show, intertwining the younger and older dancers in choreography was seamless. Utilizing the dancers’ abilities to accomplish your vision come to life was certainly phenomenal. That’s talent!

Every new show is always a surprise, and as an audience I become immersed in your storytelling through dance.  The dancers seemed flawless on stage. Rehearsals and their efforts paid off. I loved watching every single one of them."

-Kathryn

Parent