Fusion Dance Academy Competitors

Pacific Northwest Ballet, one of the largest and most highly regarded ballet companies in the United States, was founded in 1972. In July 2005, Peter Boal became artistic director, succeeding Kent Stowell and Francia Russell, artistic directors since 1977. The Company of nearly fifty dancers presents more than 100 performances each year of full-length and mixed repertory ballets at Marion Oliver McCaw Hall in Seattle and on tour. The Company has toured to Europe, Australia, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Canada, and throughout the United States, with celebrated appearances at Jacob's Pillow and in New York City and Washington DC.

Oregon Ballet Theatre is committed to sharing our passion for the expressive power of ballet, inspiring an enduring appreciation of dance, and connecting in meaningful ways to our community through excellence in performance, training and educational programs. Located in the South Waterfront in Portland, Oregon, OBT is the largest professional ballet company in the state, employing nearly 200 people and attracting artists from around the globe with our reputation for excellence. The company is rooted in the traditions of classical ballet, with a repertoire that ranges from the great classics to premieres from some of the most exciting choreographic voices in the field today. OBT’s mission is dedicated to the vitality of, and access to, world-class ballet performance and training in our region. Oregon Ballet Theatre seeks to inspire beauty and excellence in the hearts and minds of Oregonians through the creation and preservation of the highest quality classical and contemporary ballet performances. In addition to its 5-show main stage season, OBT trains dancers from 4 years old to 80 years old through the professional and recreational classes at the Oregon Ballet Theatre School. Many students go on to successful professional careers at companies including the Joffrey, the Dutch National Ballet, and within the OBT organization.

Founded in 1986, our first years were spent inside a cozy old firehouse on Snelling Ave. Word about the new studio traveled quickly, and our dance family grew and grew; owner and founder Marcy McHenry (a professional dancer herself) began dreaming of a larger floor to quickstep on. In 2010, her vision became reality, and Dancers Studio moved six blocks up the street to a gorgeous new space – where it remains to this day. Some things haven’t changed, though. We remain committed to excellence, both on and off the dance floor. Our instructors are personally interested in each and every one of their students, and have the knowledge and experience to help meet a variety of dance goals; our outgoing and friendly administrative team is always around to greet clients, answer questions, and schedule lessons. Our Mission Statement: Dancers Studio is committed to being the industry leader in all of our activities through dedication to our customers and employees! Guiding Principles: Integrity – We act with honesty and sincerity in everything we do. We say what we mean, do what we say and build confidence in our team. Education/Continuous Growth – We provide an environment where our employees and our business can flourish and grow. We continually train with top coaches to be the very best at teaching dance. Teamwork – We work towards common goals through open communication, mutual support and win-win attitudes. We respect others differences and build upon our strengths. People Focus – We focus on our employees, customers and business associates, exceeding expectations in all that we do. Having Fun!