Ballet & Dance of Upstate NY is a Syracuse dance school founded by Kathleen Rathbun and shaped by the belief that ballet is the essential foundation of dance. For more than three decades, the studio has combined technical rigor with artistic development, teaching students discipline, musicality, expression, and strong fundamentals across all levels. Its curriculum includes ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, modern, pointe, and pre-professional study, supporting both serious dancers and students building a lifelong connection to dance.