In the past five years, AD&M has implemented the essential components of its programming mission. Our educational and artistic programs are sensitive to the needs of our community, including our underserved youth and their families. These include:AD&M: The SchoolAD&M: The School currently provides morning classes for adults in ballet and modern dance at the beginning through intermediate/advanced levels. Classes are taught by AD&M founder Carrie Diamond and Susan Alexander, some to live musical accompaniment. At present, we look forward to acquiring a suitable space in which to expand our adult class schedule. Find Out More...AD&M Performance GroupOur critically aclaimed professional performing ensemble began presenting contemporary ballet performances in Santa Barbara in March, 2006. Since then, we have presented several concert series including a residency at the Lobero Theatre in 2010, free community outreach concerts entitled Ballet: Up Close and Cultural (now renamed Dance: Up Close and Cultural), and performances at community organizations and schools. Find Out More...Moving To LearnOur flagship educational outreach program for children provides onsite elementary school dance residencies for Title I schools. Starting with a single elementary school in 2009, we have expanded to three schools, serving approximately 600 students. Find Out More..