In our effort to keep dance alive in the community, the Greater Buffalo Youth Ballet has established a scholarship fund to assist dancers who exhibit a passion and dedication for dance. The scholarship is named for our founder, Ginger Burke.
Ginger Burke was the founder of the Royal Academy of Ballet. Her love for youth ballet and her selfless dedication to the dance community was the inspiration for the creation of the Greater Buffalo Youth Ballet.
WHAT THE SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS
While dancing with the Greater Buffalo Youth Ballet, the scholarship pays a part of the dancer’s tuition for one dance season (September – June) at the Royal Academy of Ballet.
REQUIREMENTS
To be considered for the scholarship, all applicants must:
- Be currently enrolled in a minimum of two ballet classes per week at the Royal Academy of Ballet and Dance
- Be between 10-18 years old
- Complete a short essay
- Fill out the scholarship form
- Attend the audition class
- Submit the registration fee
HOW TO APPLY
Click Here For The Scholarship Application
Complete the online scholarship form, which includes background information and attach your essay describing why applicants are auditioning for the scholarship, how the scholarship will help further their dance aspirations, and why they should be considered for this honor.
Important Dates
May 8, 2025 – Application and Essay are due
May 10, 2025 – Registration 6:15 pm / Audition class held at Royal Academy of Ballet and Dance – 6:30-7:30 pm
Bring the $10.00 audition class fee* to the audition class.
(*check payable to: The Greater Buffalo Youth Ballet)
HOW THE SCHOLARSHIP IS AWARDED
Award recipients will be notified by e-mail and announced at the June recital. Scholarships are be awarded in September for the upcoming dance season (September-June).
