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Dmitri Kulev Classical Ballet Academy (DKCBA) is one of Southern California’s leading ballet schools. DKCBA was founded in 2006 by Dmitri and Jennifer Kulev, past principal dancers at the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre. DKCBA focuses on training dancers in the Russian Vaganova method.  Under the direction and excellent training of Dmitri and Jennifer, DKCBA has risen to international recognition through numerous awards at top competitions and student placement at some of the world’s most prestigious institutions. Our school is recognized as one of the country’s premier ballet schools.


Dmitri Kulev Classical Ballet Academy, the official ballet school of Orange County Ballet Theater, is committed to providing Orange County communities with quality dance instruction promoting the highest standards of Russian technique, artistic integrity and professionalism. We strive to infuse our students with discipline, focus and a lifelong appreciation of the fine art of dance in a nurturing and confidence building atmosphere.

  • Dance training from pre-ballet to pre-professional
  • Classical ballet program with an emphasis on the Russian Vaganova method
  • Home of the Orange County Ballet Theater
  • Self-discipline and ability to focus on “learning and practice”
  • Competitive dance teams in ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, contemporary

CONTACT US

DKCBA and OCBT

23091 Del Lago Drive
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Phone: (949) 360-4233
Email: dance@dkcba.com