Ballet Theatre Australia /APO Arts Academy

Founded by Leeanne Rutherford in 1999, Ballet Theatre Australia is a Melbourne ballet school known for ballet training that balances a commitment to excellence with a nurturing environment, developing each student to their maximum potential as an artist. Teaching Vaganova-based classical method, we prepare the dedicated student for a professional career in classical ballet.

Based in the heart of Melbourne, Ballet Theatre Australia offers classical dance for juniors and seniors, full-time and part-time students; including ballet training to professional level, ballet assessments, dance performances, floor barre, classical class, pointe, pas de deux, character and contemporary.