What does prima ballet mean?

Question:Thanks to those who answered my ballet quesition earlier. I found a studio that's VERY close to my house. I'm joining in august. The name of the place is Prima Ballet. I was wondering what that means. So, what does prima ballet or prima ballerina mean?

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: Thanks to those who answered my ballet quesition earlier. I found a studio that's VERY close to my house. I'm joining in august. The name of the place is Prima Ballet. I was wondering what that means. So, what does prima ballet or prima ballerina mean?

The term 'prima ballerina' means the top dancer in a professional company. It's not supposed to be used lightly, but I know that a lot of people still call themselves ballerinas or prima ballerinas. I am personally annoyed by it...

Anyway, I hope you have fun at your studio!