Brevard Ballet Youth Company · Melbourne, FL
Where Young Dancers
Take the Stage
Full-length classical ballet productions at the King Center for the Performing Arts and premier Brevard County venues. Founded 2018 by Elena Shokhina.
Our Story
A Stage Built for
Brevard's Young Artists
Brevard Ballet Youth Company is a youth ballet performance company producing full-length classical ballet productions in Brevard County, Florida. As a sister organization to Brevard Ballet Academy, we provide the students of BBA with the opportunity to showcase their training on professional stages before live audiences.
Founded in 2018 by Artistic Director Elena Shokhina, the Youth Company has grown into one of the premier youth ballet companies in Melbourne, FL. Our dancers perform at the King Center for the Performing Arts, the PAC at Eau Gallie High School, and the PAC at Satellite Beach High School — bringing world-class ballet performances to Brevard County audiences every season.
Through rigorous training and professional-quality productions, we instill discipline, artistry, and confidence in our young performers. Every production is a full-scale undertaking — complete costumes, professional lighting, and the complete classical repertoire.
7+
Seasons of Excellence
On Stage
Signature Productions
Season 2025
Upcoming Performances
April 12, 2025 · 7:00 PM
Swan Lake
King Center for the Performing Arts
April 13, 2025 · 2:00 PM
Swan Lake
King Center for the Performing Arts
December 6, 2025 · 7:00 PM
The Nutcracker Ballet
Performing Arts Center at Eau Gallie High School
Where We Perform
Premier Brevard County Venues
King Center for the Performing Arts
3865 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL 32935
Brevard County's premier performing arts destination, the King Center features a world-class main stage that provides our productions with a professional theatrical experience.
PAC at Eau Gallie High School
1400 Commodore Blvd, Melbourne, FL 32935
The Performing Arts Center at Eau Gallie High School is a beloved Brevard County venue that brings ballet performances to the heart of the Melbourne community.
PAC at Satellite Beach High School
300 Holland Ave, Satellite Beach, FL 32937
The Performing Arts Center at Satellite Beach High School is a welcoming community venue that allows Brevard Ballet Youth Company to bring live ballet to the South Brevard coast.
Make a Difference
Your Support Keeps Our
Dancers on Stage
Brevard Ballet Youth Company relies on the generosity of donors and sponsors to produce full-scale classical ballet for our community. Every gift directly supports young dancers and brings the art of ballet to Brevard County audiences.
Leadership
Board of Directors
Elena Shokhina
Founder & Artistic Director
Elena Shokhina founded Brevard Ballet Youth Company in 2018 to provide students of Brevard Ballet Academy with the opportunity to perform full-length classical ballet productions on professional stages throughout Brevard County.
Frank Schrader
Board Chair
Frank Schrader brings decades of community leadership experience to the Brevard Ballet Youth Company board, championing the arts and youth development in Brevard County.
Irene DuBois
Board Member
A longtime supporter of the performing arts in Brevard County, Irene DuBois contributes her expertise in nonprofit governance and community outreach to the Youth Company board.
Marilyn Torres
Board Member
Marilyn Torres brings her passion for arts education and youth development to the Brevard Ballet Youth Company, helping shape the organization's mission and community impact.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Tickets for Brevard Ballet Youth Company performances can be purchased online through our Performances page or at the venue box office. We perform at premier Brevard County venues including the King Center for the Performing Arts and the Performing Arts Center at Eau Gallie High School. Check our Performances page for upcoming dates and ticket links.
Brevard Ballet Youth Company performs at two premier Brevard County venues: the King Center for the Performing Arts (3865 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL 32935) and the Performing Arts Center at Eau Gallie High School (1400 Commodore Blvd, Melbourne, FL 32935). Both are fully equipped professional-grade performance spaces.
Students who train at Brevard Ballet Academy are eligible to audition for the Youth Company. Auditions are held seasonally, and accepted dancers showcase their training through full-scale productions. For enrollment in ballet classes, visit our sister organization Brevard Ballet Academy at brevardballet.com.
Brevard Ballet Youth Company is a registered Florida LLC that operates in service of the community. We are a mission-driven organization dedicated to providing youth dancers with the opportunity to perform full-length classical ballet productions at professional venues in Brevard County.
You can support Brevard Ballet Youth Company through financial donations, corporate sponsorships, or by attending our performances. We offer multiple sponsorship tiers — from Title Sponsor to Friend of the Company — each with meaningful recognition benefits. Visit our Support page to learn more, or contact us at info@brevardballet.com for sponsorship inquiries.
Brevard Ballet Youth Company produces full-length classical ballet productions including Swan Lake, Cinderella, The Nutcracker Ballet, and My Christmas Dream. Each production features students of Brevard Ballet Academy performing on professional stages with full costumes, sets, and live accompaniment.