Stella Voskovetskaya
Chicago,USA
Summary
Passionate and highly skilled ballet professional with over 20 years of experience in teaching ballet across all levels. Expert in classical ballet techniques, choreography, and performance coaching, with a proven track record of developing successful dancers who have performed with prestigious ballet companies throughout the United States. Known for creating innovative lesson plans that effectively elevate student performance and foster engagement, ensuring both technical growth and artistic expression
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Ballet Teacher, Choreographer, Co-Founder
Illinois Classical Ballet
02.2013 - Current
- Developed and implemented advanced ballet techniques curriculum for students aged 12-18, enhancing their performance skills, improving overall student performance by 30% in annual assessments
- Coached students who achieved multiple awards in prestigious international ballet competitions, including top placements at events like the YAGP, ADC/IBC, UBC, and WBAC, among others
- Mentored students in audition preparation, helping many secure positions with ballet companies across the US or gain admission to colleges with prestigious ballet programs, achieving a 90% placement success rate
- Choreographed multiple successful recitals, receiving critical acclaim from local arts reviewers
Education
M.F.A - Ballet Master-Choreographer
Kyiv State University of Culture And Arts
06.1998
B.A - Dance Performance
Kyiv State Choreographic Academy
05.1983
Skills
- Advanced ballet techniques
- Ballet performance skills
- Performance choreography
- Individualized performance coaching
- Guidance for student development
- Classroom management
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
- Kiev Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet, Ukraine, 1983-1990
- Lviv National Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre, 1990-1994
- Dnepropetrovsk State Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre, Ukraine, 1994-2000
Awards
W.B.A.C. GRAND PRIX Best Teacher Award - 2017-2019,
W.B.A.C. GRAND PRIX Best School Award - 2018,
YAGP Outstanding Teacher Award - 2020-2022,
YAGP Outstanding School Award - 2023,
UBC Outstanding Teacher Award - 2022
Timeline
Ballet Teacher, Choreographer, Co-Founder
Illinois Classical Ballet
02.2013 - Current
B.A - Dance Performance
Kyiv State Choreographic Academy
M.F.A - Ballet Master-Choreographer
Kyiv State University of Culture And Arts
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