EVDIV 059-02 - Ballet Boot Camp

Ellie Kusner
This intensive is open to adults of all ages who are interested in exploring ballet. Over the course of eight sessions, we will explore, practice, and improve on the ballet’s fundamental concepts. This class series will particularly focus on leg extensions and balance in order to hone the skills needed for ballet adagio. Alongside developing sound and safe ballet technique, students can expect to experience the unparalleled joy of soaring through space to live music. Each class will also include limited conditioning for dance exercises designed for staying fit to dance inside and outside the studio.

Biography: Juilliard faculty member Ellie Kusner received her early professional training at Boston Ballet. Deciding that a life in pointe shoes was not her destiny, she pursued academic studies and modern dance training at Barnard College. Eternally interested in combining technical excellence with contemporary sensibilities, Kusner has performed as a freelance artist with numerous choreographers and earned a Bessie award for her work with Pam Tanowitz. Kusner holds a master’s in dance science and is a vocal advocate for dancer health and well-being. www.elliekusner.com / www.dancewellpodcast.com

Mondays & Thursdays

July 1–29

6–7:30pm ET

In Person Only

$420 plus $55 accompanist fee