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Children's Museum of Manhattan, Upper West Side, Manhattan

Performance and Workshop: Ballet Hispánico at the Children's Museum of Manhattan

Ballet Hispánico teaching artists get kids moving to Latin social and traditional dances, with the music and history behind each step, at CMOM.

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Ballet Hispánico's teaching artists bring the dances of the Latin diaspora into CMOM's art space, pairing each style with the music, history and traditions it grew out of. The workshop is built for all abilities, so kids who have never taken a class dance next to ones who have. If you're doing Ballet Hispánico's block party on 89th Street the next day, this is a natural warm-up six blocks south.

What to expect

Each session lasts about 30 minutes in the museum's Inside Art space and runs twice in the late morning. Expect a short demonstration, then simplified steps everyone can follow while the teaching artist explains where each dance comes from. The museum's exhibits and makerspace crafts are open the same day.

Good to know

  • CMOM is at 212 West 83rd Street; take the 1 train to 86th Street or the B/C to 81st Street.
  • Admission covers all exhibits and daily public programs, and you can leave and re-enter the same day with a return sticker.
  • Booking tickets online saves a little and reserves your entry.
  • Listed for ages 5 and up and designed for all abilities.
  • Wear shoes and clothes kids can move in.

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Common questions

Does the Ballet Hispánico workshop cost extra?

No. CMOM says admission includes all exhibits and daily public programs.

Do kids need dance experience?

No. The workshop is designed for all ages and abilities.

How long is it?

Each session is about half an hour, with two sessions offered.