Company Experience

Session I: June 8-18, 2026

Session II: July 13-24, 2026

N E X T S T E P S

Step 1: Review Information

Before officially registering, we recommend families check out all key information about the program, including payment information and the School Handbook.

Step 2: Register

Families must then decide which session or sessions to attend for the program.

Session I: June 8-18, 2026 (Classes/rehearsals held Monday-Saturday)

Session II: July 13-24, 2026 (Classes/rehearsals held Monday-Friday)

To register, please use the link(s) sent via email. Follow the link to create an account in our family portal, or if you are a returning student, login.

Step 3: Add-ons (Housing, Excursions, Lunches)

Housing is available for students at Chatham University 3.5 miles away from PBT Studios. A bus takes students between Chatham University and PBT Studios throughout the program. Cost: $2,000 per session plus a $25 housing application fee. The 3-month installment payment plan is available and would not incur any additional fee.

Excursions are available for students if they are enrolled in a program. These are (only) open to students by session dates. Students do not need to be staying on campus to attend excursions. For further information, including a listing of excursions, costs, and how to sign up, please view the Excursions page.

All those who are NOT staying at Chatham University's campus ('commuter' students) have the option to sign up for the commuter lunch program. This add-on covers for a student to receive a catered lunch each day of the program. Meals are provided by the catering company associated with our dormitory partner. They are diverse, healthy meals that cater to all dietary needs, and are delivered directly to PBT each day of classes. Otherwise, students may pack a lunch or have lunch delivered. Students will have access to a microwave and a sink. Students will not have access to a refrigerator, so an ice pack is recommended for any meals needing refrigeration. Please note that lunches are included with Housing; students staying at the dormitory do not need to sign up for the commuter lunches.

Housing

Excursions

Lunch Add-On

Information for those staying on campus

SESSION I:

Housing move-in will take place on Sunday, June 8, from 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Students with late flights will be able to move in into the afternoon/evening as their flights arrive. Address for GPS: 157 Chapel Hill Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15232. Students will check in with an RA to receive their room key.

Housing move-out can take place as early as Thursday, June 19 (if staying with family visiting for the showing), or extend as late as Saturday, June 21 (if a flight is scheduled for Saturday). Most students move out on Friday, June 20, either before or after the showing, depending on their travel plans.

SESSION II:

L O O K I N G A H E A D:

SESSION 1 (JUNE 8 - JUNE 18)

Monday, June 8: Session I begins. On Day 1 of the program, students can expect a brief orientation. Students will participate in classes that will inform casting. Casting will be emailed that evening ahead of rehearsals beginning on Tuesday.

Thursday, June 18: Session I ends. This in-studio culminating performance will feature all CE dancers in the same showcase! While the exact timing and RSVP information is still TBD, please refrain from purchasing a plane ticket home with a departure time before 6 p.m. Please stay tuned for more information--we will let everyone know information as it is determined!

Friday, June 19: There will be no classes or rehearsals held on Juneteenth. PBT Studios will be closed.

L O O K I N G A H E A D:

SESSION 2 (JULY 13 - JULY 24)

Monday, July 13: Session II begins. On Day 1 of the program, students can expect a brief orientation. Students will participate in classes that will inform casting. Casting will be emailed that evening ahead of rehearsals beginning on Tuesday.

Friday, July 24: Session II ends. This in-studio culminating performance will feature all CE dancers in the same showcase! While the exact timing and RSVP information is still TBD, please refrain from purchasing a plane ticket home with a departure time before 8 p.m. Please stay tuned for more information--we will let everyone know information as it is determined!

Packing lists

All students in the program should bring: a black leotard, a white leotard, and a simple leotard with minimal/no straps on the back for partnering. If applicable, dancers should bring a white practice tutu. There is a dance store near PBT studios for attire, shoes, and more as well.

Additionally, we recommend all students bring a combination lock or padlock for the dressing room lockers.

For students staying on Chatham's campus, we recommend the following: extra long twin bedsheets, a pillow, a shower caddy, shower shoes, towels, toiletries, laundry hamper, and detergent, in addition to their regular clothing, dance attire/shoes, and any electronics or medications needed. Students may also want to bring the following: hangers, a small fan, small trash bags, a Pilates mat, sticky tack or Command strips for decorations, a desk lamp, a swimsuit, and a dressy outfit. The following items are not permitted: televisions, air conditioner units, microwaves, hot plates, blenders, coffee makers, refrigerators, other small appliances, candles, or incense.

Program Costs

Students enrolling in a session of CE 2026 can expect to pay $2,000.

This includes a $500 tuition deposit, all tuition, and a $45 registration fee.

For those interested in the payment plan, a one-time fee of $30 will apply.

For detailed payment policies, as well as a breakdown of the payment schedule, please review the CE Payment Information. This document must be e-signed in registration.

Repertoire

Repertoire for each session of CE will be taught by a current PBT Artist or Rehearsal Director. The repertoire that is taught/performed will either be something that the company has recently performed or it will be a new work.

Session 1 faculty: Steven Annegarn, Hannah Carter, Madeline Gradle, Matthew Griffin, Madison Russo, and more to be announced

Session 2 faculty: Barbara Bears, Madeline Gradle, Matthew Griffin, Tommie Lin Kesten, JoAnna Schmidt

Casting

Casting is determined after classes on Day 1 of the program. Students will be cast in three pieces during the program (one classical, one contemporary, and one new work).

Daily Schedule

Students in CE will follow the PBT company schedule. They start each day at 9:15 a.m. with class, continue into rehearsals, break for lunch from 2-3 p.m., and will finish up for the day at 6 p.m.

Demonstrations

Students are permitted to bring two adults and one child to the final performance. Children may be asked to sit on the floor or a lap for the duration of the performance.

There will not be a video or recording. The only opportunity to watch the performances will be live in-person.

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