Balletbase is a young contemporary ballet company based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and founded in 2006 by choreographer Bilqis Hijjas.

A non-profit organization, Balletbase aims to foster a meeting place between classical ballet technique and contemporary dance sensibilities. It strives to expose Malaysian audiences to contemporary dance through the lens of classical ballet, to provide an opportunity for young classically-trained dancers who wish to explore the theory and performance of contemporary dance, and to showcase the high level of classical ballet training provided by ballet studios across the Klang Valley.

Please note that Balletbase is a performance company, not a dance studio, and it does not conduct classes. Balletbase dancers all train and teach at other studios, and are admitted by audition only. To be informed about upcoming auditions, or for more information, contact Bilqis on 017 310 3769 or email

Images from Remember/Rebel: Check out images from the last Balletbase performance, now available online, of the works 'River of Memory' and 'Rebel Without a Cause?'

KL Dance Watch blog: Check out reviews and images of dance activities in the Klang Valley, from Balletbase director Bilqis Hijjas: http://kldancewatch.wordpress.com/

We are still looking for young female dancers for the next Balletbase performance. Anyone aged 14 to 16 with ballet training is encouraged to contact us. More info >>>

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