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Paige Patterson Comparato

School of Dance


Paige Comparato started her ballet training at the age of nine in Topeka, KS at Barbara’s Conservatory of Dance and danced with Ballet Midwest for many years, performing several principal roles. Paige received ballet training at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, TX before returning to Kansas University to pursue a degree in Art History. She has taught many dance forms, but primarily teaches ballet to all ages and skill levels. She also choreographs, directs and costumes dance productions including The Sleeping Beauty, La Fille Mal Gardee, Snow Queen and Cinderella. Paige also teaches ballet for Point B adult dance. She is certified to teach Progressing Ballet Technique. Paige has worked for the arts center, in many capacities, for over 20 years.

Intermediate Pointe[25WSP]
01/14/25 - 05/13/25, 7:00PM - 7:25PM | TU
Ages 11 to 18 | Paige E Patterson Comparato | Lawrence Arts Center
Enrolling Now | WDYIP2
Members $154 | Non-Members $154
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 March 11 & 18.

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

a group of girls in a ballet pose holding bar
Beginner Pointe[25WSP]
01/16/25 - 05/15/25, 6:00PM - 6:25PM | TH
Ages 11 to 18 | Paige E Patterson Comparato | Lawrence Arts Center
Enrolling Now | WDYPB4
Members $154 | Non-Members $154
Enrollment in both Tues/Thurs Pointe and the prior ballet technique classes is required. Instructor approval required. 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 March 13 & 20.

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

girls posing in ballet
Ballet Vb, VI, VII[25WSP]
01/14/25 - 05/13/25, 5:30PM - 6:55PM | TU
Ages 12 to 18 | Paige E Patterson Comparato | Lawrence Arts Center
Enrolling Now | WDYB62
Members $330 | Non-Members $330
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 March 11 & 18.

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

girls ballet
Ballet IVb & Va[25WSP]
01/16/25 - 05/15/25, 4:30PM - 5:55PM | TH
Ages 10 to 18 | Paige E Patterson Comparato | Lawrence Arts Center
Enrolling Now | WDYB44
Members $330 | Non-Members $330
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 March 13 & 20. This class will participate in the EOYS on May 16-17.

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 Pointe[25WSP]
01/14/25 - 05/13/25, 11:15AM - 11:45AM | TU
Ages 14 to 120 | Paige E Patterson Comparato | 10th & Mass Studios
Enrolling Now | WDAP2
Members $154 | Non-Members $154
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.

For those with prior pointe experience. Must also be enrolled in the preceding Adult Ballet II/III class.

No class March 11 & 18.

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

Adult Pointe[25WSP]
01/16/25 - 05/15/25, 10:40AM - 11:10AM | TH
Ages 14 to 120 | Paige E Patterson Comparato | 10th & Mass Studios
Enrolling Now | WDAP4
Members $154 | Non-Members $154
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.

For those with prior pointe experience. Must also be enrolled in the preceding Adult Ballet II/III class.

No class March 13 & 20.

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

Alice in Wonderland, School of Dance Production[25WSP]
01/24/25 - 03/15/25, 9:00AM - 9:00PM | FR, SA, SU
Ages 7 to 120 | Paige E Patterson Comparato | 10th & Mass Studios
Enrolling Now | WDAW
Members $165 | Non-Members $165
Those interested must register and attend auditions on Jan. 11.

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

woman in ballet pose
Adult Ballet II[25WSP]
01/16/25 - 05/15/25, 11:15AM - 12:25PM | TH
Ages 14 to 120 | Paige E Patterson Comparato | 10th & Mass Studios
Enrolling Now | WDAB24
Members $298 | Non-Members $298
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 March 13 & 20. This class will participate in the EOYS on May 16-17.

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

woman in ballet pose
Adult Ballet II-III[25WSP]
01/14/25 - 05/13/25, 10:00AM - 11:10AM | TU
Ages 14 to 120 | Paige E Patterson Comparato | 10th & Mass Studios
Enrolling Now | WDAB22
Members $298 | Non-Members $298
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 March 11 & 18. This class will participate in the EOYS on May 16-17.

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

woman in ballet pose
Adult Ballet III[25WSP]
01/16/25 - 05/15/25, 9:30AM - 10:40AM | TH
Ages 14 to 120 | Paige E Patterson Comparato | 10th & Mass Studios
Enrolling Now | WDAB34
Members $298 | Non-Members $298
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/advanced level class for those with at least 12 months of prior ballet training.

No class March 13 & 20. This class will participate in the EOYS on May 16-17.

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

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