The discipline of grace.

A classical conservatory training dancers from first plié to professional company, with the rigor — and warmth — that real artistry requires.

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Est. 2004
20 yrs
Training dancers
180+
Enrolled students
30+
Company placements
4.9★
Parent-rated

Pre-Ballet

Ages 4-7. Musicality, coordination, and a joyful first introduction to the barre.

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Conservatory Track

Ages 8-18. Rigorous classical training for dancers pursuing pre-professional levels.

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Adult Open Classes

All levels welcome — return to ballet or begin for the very first time.

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Our faculty

Vivienne Marchal
Vivienne Marchal
Artistic Director

Former soloist with two regional companies. Vivienne has led Althea's curriculum for over fifteen years.

Eleanor Wu
Eleanor Wu
Conservatory Faculty

Vaganova-trained instructor specializing in pointe work and variations for advancing dancers.

Renata Sousa
Renata Sousa
Pre-Ballet Faculty

Specializes in early childhood movement education, building joyful, lasting foundations.

"Our daughter found more than technique here — she found discipline, friendship, and a director who genuinely knows every dancer in the room."
The Bennett Familyconservatory parents

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212 Linden Court, Portland, OR 97205

(503) 555-0162

Tue-Sat by appointment · Auditions held quarterly

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Your first class is complimentary.

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