Liat Roth
Artistic Director of Lawrence Ballet Theatre
Liat Roth is a native of St. Louis, Missouri, is a choreographer, dancer, and educator based in Kansas City. She began training under Kathleen Massot and Lisa Nicholas and furthered her education at the St. Louis Ballet, Kansas City Ballet School, Houston Ballet, and Joffrey Ballet School. In 2021, Liat graduated cum laude from the University of Missouri-Kansas City Conservatory with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Performance and Choreography and a minor in Visual Art and Communication. While at UMKC, Liat presented choreography in the Symposium of Undergraduate Research and Creative Scholarship and, in 2021, was chosen to choreograph the Conservatory's commencement performance. She is a dancer with City in Motion Dance Theater and has directed and choreographed several dance films since graduating. In her post graduate work, Liat strives to foster creative intersections between makers of all mediums in the Kansas City and beyond.
Pre/Beginner Pointe[26FA]
08/27/26 - 12/3/26, 6:00PM - 6:25PM | TH
Ages 11 to 18 |
Liat Roth |
Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | 26FDYPB4
Members $126 | Non-Members $126
Enrollment in both Tues/Thurs Pointe and the prior ballet technique classes are required. First-year students wear ballet slippers until approved to purchase and wear pointe shoes. Classes focus on strengthening the body
and using proper technique in preparation for the rigors of dancing en pointe. In addition to the two pointe classes, Ballet V-VI students are required to enroll in three ballet technique classes per week. No class Nov. 27.
Those enrolling are expected to be familiar with general policies, attire, and opportunities outlined in the
School of Dance Handbook.
Have a dance-specific question? Contact the School of Dance
Ballet Va[26FA]
08/27/26 - 12/3/26, 4:30PM - 5:55PM | TH
Ages 10 to 18 |
Liat Roth |
Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | 26FDYB44
Members $280 | Non-Members $280
This is a combined-level class for students placed in Ballet IVa, IVb, Va, and Vb. Ballet IV students are required to enroll in two ballet classes per week (three are recommended); Ballet V students are required to enroll in three technique classes per week (four are recommended). No class Nov. 27.
Those enrolling are expected to be familiar with general policies, attire, and opportunities outlined in the
School of Dance Handbook.
Have a dance-specific question? Contact the School of Dance
Ballet VI, VII[26FA]
08/26/26 - 12/2/26, 5:30PM - 6:55PM | WE
Ages 12 to 18 |
Liat Roth |
10th & Mass Studios
N/A | 26FDYB63
Members $280 | Non-Members $280
Ballet V-VII students are recommended to enroll in four ballet classes per week; three ballet classes are required. Students are highly encouraged to cross-train in other genres such as hip-hop, jazz, modern, pointe, and tap. No class Sept. 1.
Those enrolling are expected to be familiar with general policies, attire, and opportunities outlined in the
School of Dance Handbook.
Have a dance-specific question? Contact the School of Dance
Intermediate Pointe[26FA]
08/27/26 - 12/3/26, 6:00PM - 6:25PM | TH
Ages 11 to 18 |
Liat Roth |
10th & Mass Studios
N/A | 26FDYIP4
Members $126 | Non-Members $126
Enrollment in both Tues/Thurs Pointe and the prior ballet technique classes are required. First-year students wear ballet slippers until approved to purchase and wear pointe shoes. Classes focus on strengthening the body and using proper technique in preparation for the rigors of dancing en pointe. In addition to the two pointe classes, Ballet V-VI students are required to enroll in three ballet technique classes per week.No class Nov. 27.
Those enrolling are expected to be familiar with general policies, attire, and opportunities outlined in the
School of Dance Handbook.
Have a dance-specific question? Contact the School of Dance
Modern III[26FA]
08/27/26 - 12/3/26, 7:30PM - 8:25PM | TH
Ages 11 to 18 |
Liat Roth |
Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | 26FDYM34
Members $255 | Non-Members $255
These classes explore circular and grounded movements by teaching the fundamentals of various contemporary and modern dance methods.
Those enrolling are expected to be familiar with general policies, attire, and opportunities outlined in the
School of Dance Handbook.
Have a dance-specific question? Contact the School of Dance
Ballet IVa/b & Va[26FA]
08/24/26 - 11/30/26, 5:30PM - 6:55PM | MO
Liat Roth |
10th & Mass Studios
N/A | 26FDYB42
Members $280 | Non-Members $280
Ballet V-VII students are recommended to enroll in four ballet classes per week; three ballet classes are required. Students are highly encouraged to cross-train in other genres such as hip-hop, jazz, modern, pointe, and tap.
Those enrolling are expected to be familiar with general policies, attire, and opportunities outlined in the
School of Dance Handbook.
Have a dance-specific question? Contact the School of Dance
Adult Ballet II[26FA]
08/24/26 - 11/30/26, 7:00PM - 8:25PM | MO
Ages 16 to 120 |
Liat Roth |
Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | 26FDAB21
Members $255 | Non-Members $255
The adult dance program offers a variety of techniques for first-time dancers as well as those pursuing a lifelong interest in dance. Instructors specifically organize curricula to emphasize progress over perfection and experiencing the joy of dance.
This is an intermediate-level class for those with at least 12 months of prior ballet training. No class Sept. 7.
Those enrolling are expected to be familiar with general policies, attire, and opportunities outlined in the
School of Dance Handbook.
This class accepts Drop-In Dance Cards. Details can be found on the
School of Dance main page.
Have a dance-specific question? Contact the School of Dance
Ballet II[26FA]
08/24/26 - 11/30/26, 4:30PM - 5:25PM | MO
Ages 8 to 10 |
Liat Roth |
Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | 26FDYB23
Members $226 | Non-Members $226
One ballet class a week is recommended at this level to build strength and technique. Students are also encouraged to enroll in a class of another genre.
Those enrolling are expected to be familiar with general policies, attire, and opportunities outlined in the
School of Dance Handbook.
Have a dance-specific question? Contact the School of Dance
Lawrence Ballet Theatre Main Company 2026-27[26FA]
08/1/26 - 05/31/27, 9:00AM - 9:00PM | WE, SA
Ages 10 to 18 |
Liat Roth |
10th & Mass Studios
N/A | 26FDLBT
Members $820 | Non-Members $820
Those interested must attend auditions and then be approved prior to any enrollment
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