About Us:


In 1969, Bataille Academie of the Danse opened under the direction of Leona Bataille who had studied dance with renowned dance masters since 1914.  Mrs. Bataille committed herself to teaching her love of dance until her retirement in 1988 at which time, former student, Dee Dee Gallagher-Johnson took over the studio.  Since then, several former students have also returned to teach their love of dance at Bataille Academie.

Bataille Academie of the Danse is recognized for its strong commitment to the development and growth of the complete dancer through love, discipline, nurturing, and dedication.  We offer professional, quality training conducive to stimulating our students' interest in dance.  Through dance, our students receive encouragement, raise self-esteem, and continue to develop well-rounded personalities.  Many of our students have received prestigious scholarships, participated in chaperoned trips to New York City, competed and attended dance workshops with well-known instructors.  Students have been invited to perform at Walt Disney World, Six Flags Great America, Navy Pier, the American Cancer Society's Walk and Roll and community and charity events.

The most important attribute of our studio, however, is the students.  They are hard working, dedicated and committed to the joy of dance. We currently offer classes at beginning through pre-professional levels in ballet, tap, jazz, pointe, acrobatics, and creative movement.  We also offer classes in Hip Hop and  "Boys Only" jazz and tap classes. We hope you will give Bataille a try!

Technique:


Our ballet curriculum is a french, italian, and russian based program. It is in lesson book form therefore gaps in education are rare.


It is a beginner through Advanced level. Barre work is very traditional
with contemporary choreograpy used in center combinations.  

Jazz technique includes a prepatory jazz warm-up used the first 2 years ,and includes important muscle building exercises that will lead to center strectch , across the floor , and jazz combinations. 

Our Tap technique includes rhythm tap, broadway style tap and basic emphasis on universal tap skills. For more information on our technique please email or call us anytime

Facilities:


Bataille has 2 locations:

Main Location:

102 North Cook Street

Barrington, IL 60010

Annex Location:

120 Lageschulte

Barrington, IL 60010

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