A New Chapter

UBT Is Moving To Melbourne, Florida

After 9 years of building artists, educating dancers, and inspiring communities in Orlando, United Ballet Theatre begins an exciting new chapter in Melbourne, Florida.

The Methodology

Athletes Of Art Movement Methodology

Discover the revolutionary methodology that combines artistic excellence, athletic performance, movement science, and dancer wellness.

Partnership

Support The Arts Preservation

Join our sponsors and supporters in shaping the future of performing arts while reaching audiences across our growing community.

Make A Difference

Donate To United Ballet Theatre

Your gift directly supports the artists, performances, and educational programs that bring world-class ballet to our community. Every contribution makes an impact.

Summer Intensive

UBT Academy Summer Intensive

July 13–24. Take your ballet training to the next level with professional-level training, structured guidance, and measurable growth. Auditions open for ages 11+.

Joseph M. Gatti, Artistic Director

Artistic Director

Joseph M. Gatti

Joseph M. Gatti is an internationally recognized dancer, educator, and artistic director — a Royal Ballet School graduate with honors and one of the most decorated principals of his generation.

Multiple International Dance Awards
YAGP Finals Gold Medalist
Dance Open Festival Awards
Mr. Virtuosity Award
Best Pas de Deux Award — St. Petersburg, Russia
And more

Principal Guest Artist and Master Teacher in more than 15 countries, including Cuba, Russia, Spain, China, Japan, Italy, Brazil, Germany.

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Introducing

Athletes Of Art Movement Methodology

A new standard for dancer development — combining artistic excellence with athletic performance, movement science, injury prevention, and wellness, engineered for career longevity.

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Artistic Excellence

Classical technique and artistry refined at international standards.

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Athletic Development

Strength, power, and cross-training built on sports-science principles.

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Movement Science

Biomechanics and motor learning applied to every class.

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Injury Prevention

Proactive protocols that protect careers from the first plié.

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Wellness

Health performance integrated into daily training.

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Career Longevity

A body engineered to dance well beyond traditional career limits.

What People Say

A movement endorsed by the field.

"United Ballet Theatre’s unconventional training philosophy could have radical positive repercussions for its dancers in the decades to come."

Seth Kubersky

Arts Journalist · Orlando Weekly

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Support The Arts

Why your donation matters.

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Fuel Artistic Excellence

Help train world-class dancers through the Athletes of Art Movement Methodology.

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Preserve The Art Form

Sustain classical ballet and live performance for future generations.

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Empower Our Community

Bring education, scholarships, and cultural impact to Melbourne and beyond.