Virginia Youth Ballet
The Virginia Youth Ballet and Theater is the 501 (c)(3) nonprofit company associated with the academy that provides professional-level experiences to dance students and outreach programs in the art of dance for the community.
Since its inception in 1989 the VYB has performed story ballets that are exciting and intriguing for audiences young and mature. In addition to public performances, VYB has performed for thousands of area school children. For many of these children it is their first live-theater performance, bringing an awareness and appreciation for performing arts that can only be experienced in-person. Past performances have included the following: Peter and the Wolf, Snow White and the Seven Dwarves, Cinderella, The Sorcerer’s Apprentice, Romeo and Juliet, Beauty and the Beast, Sleeping Beauty, Puss in Boots, Hansel and Gretel, Alice in Wonderland, Coppelia, The Secret Garden, The Steadfast Tin Soldier, Pied Piper, and more.
Help us ignite the passion of dance in young people everywhere.
Virginia Youth Ballet Board of Directors
The exceptional individuals on the board are crucial in realizing VYB's present mission and future vision. Their expertise in various fields, coupled with their deep commitment to nurturing young dancers and the community, is truly impressive.
Melissa Kauffmann-Artistic Director
Christa Lewis-President
Sean Hilleary-Vice President
Gretchen Volschke-Treasurer
Bridget Aikens-Secretary
Christina Copenhaver Sarah Groesbeck Niki Kofsky Bryan Lewis Amy McKay Perry McKay
Scarlett Royce Elizabeth Sager Emily Skiles Catherine Stephens Darrell Volschke
Sponsors & Patrons
THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROUS SUPPORT
The Virginia Youth Ballet relies on gracious help from our community of supporters and sponsors. We would like to thank all patrons for their generous contributions, which help the Virginia Youth Ballet continue its mission to provide performance opportunities for aspiring young dancers and outreach programs for the community.
