
Allison McNellis
Dance Instructor
A Lawrence native, Allison grew up training at the Lawrence Arts Center under the direction of Cynthia Crews as a member of the Lawrence Ballet Theatre. As a student, she has had the opportunity to perform in dozens of LAC productions and travel to various universities across the country as a member of the prestigious Regional Dance America. Allison is a student at the University of Kansas studying Applied Behavioral Science, emphasizing in Early Childhood Education and Intervention, as well as Communication Studies.

Intro to Ballet II[26SU]
06/4/26 - 07/23/26, 4:30PM - 5:25PM | TH
Ages 8 to 10 |
Allison McNellis |
Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | 26CDYB24
Members $130 | Non-Members $130
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.

Kinder Ballet [26SU]
06/3/26 - 07/22/26, 5:30PM - 6:15PM | WE
Ages 5 to 6 |
Allison McNellis |
Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | 26CDYKB3
Members $120 | Non-Members $120
School of Dance Little Movers classes are designed to improve motor skills and self-control as well as encourage confidence in movement within a playful environment. Enroll in age-appropriate classes.

Preschool Dance for ages 3-4[26SU]
06/3/26 - 07/22/26, 4:45PM - 5:20PM | WE
Ages 3 to 4 |
Allison McNellis |
Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | 26CDYPD3
Members $120 | Non-Members $120
School of Dance's Little Movers classes are designed to improve motor skills and self-control as well as encourage confidence in movement within a playful environment. Enroll in age-appropriate classes.

Preschool Dance for ages 4-5[26SU]
06/2/26 - 07/21/26, 5:30PM - 6:05PM | TU
Ages 4 to 5 |
Allison McNellis |
Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | 26CDYPD2
Members $120 | Non-Members $120
School of Dance's Little Movers classes are designed to improve motor skills and self-control as well as encourage confidence in movement within a playful environment. Enroll in age-appropriate classes.

Ballet Fundamentals (1st Grade)[26SU]
06/2/26 - 07/21/26, 4:45PM - 5:30PM | TU
Ages 6 to 7 |
Allison McNellis |
Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | 26CDYBF2
Members $130 | Non-Members $130
Beginning with Ballet Fundamentals, School of Dance students follow a sequential program in which the syllabus for each level is designed to encourage greater awareness of musicality and coordination as well as increased flexibility and strength.
For those in Grade 1.

Preschool Dance for Ages 3-4 (Session B)[26WSP]
03/26/26 - 05/14/26, 4:00PM - 4:35PM | TH
Ages 3 to 4 |
Allison McNellis |
Lawrence Arts Center
Enrolling Now | 26SDYP4b
Members $120 | Non-Members $120
School of Dance's Little Movers classes are designed to improve motor skills and self-control as well as encourage confidence in movement within a playful environment. Enroll in age-appropriate classes. 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

Preschool Dance for Ages 3-4 (Session B)[26WSP]
03/28/26 - 05/9/26, 9:15AM - 9:50AM | SA
Ages 3 to 4 |
Allison McNellis |
Lawrence Arts Center
Enrolling Now | 26SDYP16b
Members $105 | Non-Members $105
School of Dance's Little Movers classes are designed to improve motor skills and self-control as well as encourage confidence in movement within a playful environment. Enroll in age-appropriate classes. No class Novemeber 29.
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

Preschool Dance for Ages 4-5 (Session B)[26WSP]
03/28/26 - 05/9/26, 10:00AM - 10:35AM | SA
Ages 4 to 5 |
Allison McNellis |
Lawrence Arts Center
Enrolling Now | 26SDYP26b
Members $105 | Non-Members $105
School of Dance's Little Movers classes are designed to improve motor skills and self-control as well as encourage confidence in movement within a playful environment. Enroll in age-appropriate classes. No class Novemeber 29.
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
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