Dancing in the Streets: Martha Graham Dance Company
Thursday Jul 30, 2026 5:30 pm
MASTER CLASS: Ballet/Variations: Margaret Tracey
Don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity to train under Margaret Tracey, a visionary leader in global dance education and the Artistic Director of Canada’s National Ballet School (NBS). Bringing four decades of elite experience to the studio, Ms. Tracey previously served as the Director of Boston Ballet School, Dean of Dance at the Colburn School, and was a celebrated Principal Dancer with the New York City Ballet.
Immerse yourself in the teachings of a master educator and discover how inspiring the future of ballet can be. Following a comprehensive technique class, Ms. Tracey will personally guide students through select variations and choreographic sequences drawn from her extensive professional career. To ensure a welcoming and inclusive environment for all dancers, this workshop is open to all skill levels, and pointe shoes are not required. Elevate your technique, expand your artistry, and experience an unforgettable class!
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EVENT DETAILS
The Vail Dance Festival hosts a series of Master Classes each summer with Festival artists from July 31-August 10.
Students have the opportunity to take classes from some of the dance world’s best and brightest in ballet, tap, jazz, repertory, ballroom and more.
- This class will be taught at an advanced level and is intended for pre-professional students. Must be 14 years or older to participate.
- Classes are 80 minutes long.
- Please check in 15 minutes prior to class in the Vail Mountain School lobby.
- THIS WAIVER must be completed prior to attending master classes.
CLASS ATTIRE:
Proper dance shoes are required for each class. No rings, dangling earrings, or necklaces. Hair should be neatly pulled back into a bun or ponytail.
- Women – Solid-colored leotard with pink, white, black, or skin-colored tights. Ballet shoes or appropriate footwear for non-ballet classes required (barefoot or socks are not permitted unless specified by the instructor). Demi skirt is optional.
- Men – Solid colored t-shirt, dance pants or tights. Ballet shoes or appropriate footwear for non-ballet classes are required (barefoot or socks are not permitted unless specified by the instructor).
*SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
Photo credit: Margaret Tracey Teaching.
Ticketing
VAIL MOUNTAIN SCHOOL | 9:00AM-10:20AM
$30 | participate
$15 | observe (parent, guardian, or dance instructor)
**Ticket sales close at 8:00pm the night before the class.
MORE TICKETING INFORMATION:
- Ticket prices are subject to change.
- Price of tickets does not include service fees.
Questions? Contact the Box Office at [email protected] or call 970.845.TIXS(8497)
Community Arts Access
To learn more about attending a performance through our Community Arts Access program or providing support to eliminate socioeconomic barriers to the arts, please contact Martha Brassel ([email protected])