Stella Voskovetskaya
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dedicated ballet professional with more than 15 years of experience teaching ballet at all levels. Possesses extensive expertise in classical ballet techniques, choreography, and performance coaching, having trained successful dancers who have gone on to perform with ballet companies across the US.
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
Kiev, Ukraine06-1998
B.A. - Dance Performance
Kyiv State Choreographic Academy
Kiev, Ukraine05-1983
Skills
- Classical Ballet Technique
- Choreography
- Performance Coaching
- Student Mentorship
- Curriculum Development
Career Highlights
- Kyiv Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet, Ukraine, 1983-1994
- Moiseyev Ballet, Russia, 1994-2000
Awards
W.B.A.C. GRAND PRIX Best Teacher Award - 2017,2018,2019
W.B.A.C. GRAND PRIX Best School Award - 2018
YAGP Outstanding Teacher Award - 2020,2021,2022
YAGP Outstanding School Award - 2023
UBC Outstanding Teacher Award - 2022
Timeline
Ballet Teacher, Choreographer, Co-Founder
Illinois Classical Ballet
02.2013 - Current
M.F.A - Ballet Master-Choreographer
Kyiv State University of Culture And Arts
B.A. - Dance Performance
Kyiv State Choreographic Academy
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