Défilé
What is Défilé?
The French word “défilé” translates in English to a “procession or show.” This is Ashley Ballet Arts Academy’s annual semi-formal end-of-the-school-year showcase. Although our motif may alter from year to year, we maintain a tradition of hosting Défilé not as a full-length ballet production with extravagant costumes, but rather as an intimate performance where our students can demonstrate the skills and progress they have gained during the school year.
Tickets
Online ticket sales will begin on Saturday, March 14, 2026.
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Ticket availability is first come first serve, so please do not delay your order.
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Seating will be assigned.
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Ticket pricing: $20. Reduced price of $15 for seniors (ages 65 and older) and children (ages 12 and under).
Virtual Tickets
Virtual tickets for a livestream of the entire day of performances will be available for $30 per household.
Information Packet & Participation Form
An example of our Défilé information from the 2025 school year is available online on this page (Tip: bookmark or save this page for easy access during the performance week), or via our "Défilé Information Packet" (PDF above).
Participation forms are due by Saturday, February 10, 2026 whether or not your dancer will participate in Défilé. Participation forms may be submitted in person, or via email (PDF; please no JPG, PNG, etc.). Paper participation forms are available at the front desk; feel free to stop by with any questions, and fill out your form in person.
Participation Fees
Participation fees are listed per dancer. This fee covers the cost of theatre rehearsal & performance time, performance DVD, and costume/accessories. A 5% processing fee applies to card transactions.
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Pre-Ballet Participation Fee: Included with Session 2 Tuition
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Junior Level 1-5 Participation Fee: $55
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Junior Level 6 & Senior Level Participation Fee: $80