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Capital Contemporary Ballet

About

As the resident professional dance company of ATX Artists for Social Impact, we create innovative and emotionally resonant ballet works that uphold the highest standards of technical rigor and artistic excellence. We aim to expand access to affordable ballet programs for the Greater Austin community.

Artistic Director, Caitlin Elledge
Associate Director, Rachel Aucoin

Our Vision

 A ballet world free of socioeconomic barriers, body shaming, and toxic environments—one that celebrates dancers’ athleticism, technique, and artistry regardless of skin color, gender identity, or body type and creates powerful work reflecting the diverse voices of the community.

Programs & Performances


Capital Contemporary Ballet is seeking contemporary dancers for a short film grounded in five poems and five drawings that center eating disorder recovery, embodiment, and body liberation.

If interested, please email Artistic Director Caitlin Elledge at

caitlin@atxartists.org


Through our Dance for All program, we offer affordable, accessible dance training open to all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, led by professional instructors.

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