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One of only a small group of elite dancers the world has known. Began career at the Royal Swedish Ballet. Won the coveted Silver Medal at the prestigious International Ballet Competition at Varna, Bulgaria. Then joined American Ballet Theatre and was chosen by Anthony Tudor to dance the leading roles in two of his ballets, Undertow and Shadowplay. Originated the role of the Bronze Idol in Natalia Makarova's production of La Bayadere, receiving widespread critical and audience acclaim. After three years, promoted to soloist, and then promoted to the rank of principal dancer. Also played the leading role in the feature film Dance.
Accomplished choreographer. Made choreographic debut with an abridged version of Romeo and Juliet at The Aspen Ballet Festival. Since then, have choreographed an array of ballets and other dance works including Tango, which premiered at Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival. Other works include Persnickety, Between the Lines and Perpetual Cycles for New Jersey Ballet and Cinderella for the Alabama Ballet/Ballet South. Recent choreography highlights include an original production of Romeo and Juliet for New Jersey Ballet, which is still part of the company's repertoire, and Again Fifth, for the Bodiography Company, performed at the Byham Theatre in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Choreographs in a wide range of dance styles for performances, recitals, competitions, special events and individual performers. Choreography has received praise from audiences and critics alike.
As a teacher in New York City, have been a faculty member at Ballet Academy East, City Center and Broadway Dance Center, as well as ABT's Summer Intensive Program. Coaches privately and students have won medals in such high profile competitions as the Grand Prix and the International Ballet Competition, before going on to successful dance careers. In 2008, was named Outstanding Teacher at the Grand Prix in Torrington, Connecticut.
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