Liat Roth
Choreographer. School of Dance Instructor
Liat Roth, a native of St. Louis, Missouri, is a choreographer, dancer, and educator based in Kansas City. She began her 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. Liat is the co-founder of Yonah Dance Theatre, a contemporary dance company devoted to storytelling.
Liat has been teaching at the Lawrence Arts Center since 2021, sharing her love for a wide range of dance styles from classical ballet to modern dance.
Body Conditioning for Dancers (Interim)[24FA]
08/20/24 - 08/29/24, 5:00PM - 6:00PM | TU, TH
Ages 10 to 120 |
Liat Roth |
Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | FDYBC2
Members $64 | Non-Members $64
Focusing on the full body, this class provides conditioning, stretching, and meditation exercises to promote a sense of self and wellness in preparation for the start of a new session.
Intro to Ballet[24FA]
09/9/24 - 11/25/24, 4:30PM - 5:15PM | MO
Ages 6 to 7 |
Liat Roth |
Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | FDY1B1
Members $168 | Non-Members $168
Beginning with Intro to Ballet, 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.
In this class, students learn the basic techniques of ballet through fundamental movements and begin building their ballet vocabulary.
Ballet IVa, IVb[24FA]
09/9/24 - 11/25/24, 5:30PM - 6:55PM | MO
Ages 10 to 18 |
Liat Roth |
Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | FDYB41
Members $240 | Non-Members $240
Two ballet classes a week are required at this level; Ballet IV students are recommended to attend three ballet classes per week. Students are also encouraged to enroll in conditioning, contemporary, hip-hop, jazz, or tap classes.
Adult Ballet II[24FA]
09/9/24 - 11/25/24, 7:00PM - 8:25PM | MO
Ages 14 to 120 |
Liat Roth |
Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | FDAB21
Members $216 | Non-Members $216
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.
Ballet Va & Vb[24FA]
09/7/24 - 11/23/24, 12:00PM - 1:25PM | SA
Ages 11 to 18 |
Liat Roth |
Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | FDYB56
Members $240 | Non-Members $240
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.
Modern III[24FA]
09/4/24 - 11/20/24, 7:30PM - 8:40PM | WE
Ages 11 to 18 |
Liat Roth |
Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | FDYM33
Members $226 | Non-Members $226
These classes explore circular and grounded movements by teaching the fundamentals of various contemporary and modern dance methods.
This is an advanced class.
Students in this class have the option to participate in the Winter Dance Sharing on Dec. 4
Modern I[24FA]
09/4/24 - 11/20/24, 6:00PM - 7:10PM | WE
Ages 10 to 18 |
Liat Roth |
10th & Mass Studios
N/A | FDYM13
Members $226 | Non-Members $226
These classes explore circular and grounded movements by teaching the fundamentals of various contemporary and modern dance methods.
This is a beginning/intermediate class. Contemporary Movement I or II is a prerequisite to Modern I; students should complete at least one semester of Contemporary Movement.
Students in this class have the option to participate in the Winter Dance Sharing on Dec. 4
Ballet Fundamentals for Teens[24FA]
09/4/24 - 11/20/24, 3:15PM - 4:25PM | WE
Ages 12 to 18 |
Liat Roth |
10th & Mass Studios
N/A | FDYBFT3
Members $216 | Non-Members $216
The Teen Ballet program is specifically designed to introduce students to ballet technique and prepare them developmentally until they are ready to join the sequential ballet program. Geared toward more mature learners, actors, and musical theater students who may have little experience with dance but understand concepts and can work toward self-correction.
This class aims to provide beginning students with fundamental knowledge, vocabulary, and physical skills needed to later join a higher-level class. Those with 12 months of prior experience should attend Ballet for Teens. Students interested in musical theatre are encouraged to enroll in this class.
Ballet IVa, IVb, Va, Vb[24FA]
09/4/24 - 11/20/24, 4:30PM - 5:55PM | WE
Ages 10 to 18 |
Liat Roth |
10th & Mass Studios
N/A | FDYB43
Members $240 | Non-Members $240
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).
Modern II[24FA]
09/3/24 - 11/19/24, 7:30PM - 8:40PM | TU
Ages 11 to 18 |
Liat Roth |
Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | FDYM22
Members $226 | Non-Members $226
These classes explore circular and grounded movements by teaching the fundamentals of various contemporary and modern dance methods.
This is an intermediate class.
Students in this class have the option to participate in the Winter Dance Sharing on Dec. 4
Modern Fundamentals for Adults[24FA]
09/3/24 - 11/19/24, 1:00PM - 2:10PM | TU
Ages 14 to 120 |
Liat Roth |
Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | FDM2
Members $216 | Non-Members $216
This class explores circular and grounded movements by teaching the fundamentals of various contemporary and modern dance methods. All experience levels are welcome.
Contemporary Movement I[24FA]
09/3/24 - 11/19/24, 5:30PM - 6:25PM | TU
Ages 7 to 10 |
Liat Roth |
Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | FDYC12
Members $202 | Non-Members $202
Based on the philosophy that every person can and should dance, these classes teach movement exploration and encourage play, structured improvisation, balance, and body conditioning within a social peer group. All experience levels are welcome.
Students in this class have the option to participate in the Winter Dance Sharing on Dec. 4
Contemporary Movement II[24FA]
09/3/24 - 11/19/24, 6:30PM - 7:25PM | TU
Ages 11 to 18 |
Liat Roth |
Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | FDYC22
Members $202 | Non-Members $202
Based on the philosophy that every person can and should dance, these classes teach movement exploration and encourage play, structured improvisation, balance, and body conditioning within a social peer group. All experience levels are welcome.
Students in this class have the option to participate in the Winter Dance Sharing on Dec. 4
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