"Dancers are instruments, like a piano the choreographer plays." - George Balanchine
We feature 8 experienced, professional faculty members with many years of teaching and professional performing experience!
Experience and Talent Are Prerequisites Here
It is true that one can dance without ever taking a lesson. But to become a dancer, one must learn the art of dancing. It is with an impressive faculty that Northwest Ballet Academy is able to transform dance enthusiasts into highly skilled dancers. Heading Northwest Ballet Academy is Director Michele Holzman. With a bachelor’s degree in ballet from The University of Utah and a master’s degree from Northwestern University, Holzman has built a faculty of eight professionals who possess vast teaching and performance experience.Director's Credentials
- Studied at Joffrey Ballet School-American Ballet Center; New York City, New York.
- Studied at Giordano Dance School; Evanston, Illinois.
- Studied at The Ruth Page Center for the Arts; Chicago, Illinois.
- Performed with Ballet West; Salt Lake City, Utah.
- Co-director of the Northwest Ballet Ensemble; Schaumburg, Illinois.
- Director of Schaumburg Dance Ensemble and its annual performance of The Nutcracker; Schaumburg, Illinois.
Dance Instructors
All dance instructors at Northwest Ballet Academy have college degrees in dance or music, or they possess notable performance credentials with leading dance companies. Although they all have strong backgrounds in ballet, some have gone on to have careers in jazz, modern and tap dance.Pianists
Our staff of pianists brings life to each of our classes and performances. They accompany ballet and tap classes, providing an inspirational environment that stimulates creativity and expression.
