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Academy of Ballet Florida In addition, many of Wayne's students have earned admission to professional-caliber dance programs at some of the countries finest universities... Adelphi University Plus, Wayne's students have danced professionally in the numerous companies, including ... Alabama Ballet So, if you're serious about your dance, call Wayne at 828-699-0590 or email him at info@wayneburrittdance.com. |
Wayne is Ballet Master at the New Ballet Conservatory of AshevilleWayne is the ballet master at Ballet Conservatory of Asheville (BCA), a new ballet studio in Asheville, NC. Wayne joins forces with Angie Lynn, a graduate of the prestigious Arts Educational School in London, England and a former professional dancer with numerous European companies, including the Vienna Festival Ballet. Most recently, Angie headed the dance program at the Asheville Arts Center. The new studio should be up and running by the first week in September. Here's the location and contact info.: Ballet Conservatory of Asheville828-255-5777 Temporary Location August 29 to February 2010193 Charlotte Street, Asheville, NC 28801 Permanent Location Beginning February 20106 East Chestnut Street, Asheville, NC 28801 The Children's Division -- which Angie will direct -- will provide ballet instruction for dancers ages 3 and up. The Pre-Professional Division -- which Wayne will head-up -- will provide high quality, intense ballet instruction for dancers looking to gain acceptance to summer schools, colleges, or other pre-professional ballet programs. Angie and Wayne will teach in both divisions. For the 2009-2010 season, BCA will stage The Nutcracker in December 2009 and the most fabulous romantic ballet of all time -- Giselle -- during the Spring of 2010. Dancers who would like to be a member of the Senior Company must pass an audition, be recommended by Angie Lynn and Wayne Burritt, take at least three ballet classes per week, and attend Saturday rehearsals. Only one of a Senior Company dancer's three classes need to be taken at BCA. All shows will have set rehearsal schedules, but you can plan on most Saturday afternoons and some Sunday afternoons being taken up by rehearsal. BCA's Senior Company program isn't easy and it's not for everyone. But if you're up to it, we'd love to talk to you. For more information about BCA's pre-professional program, BCA's Senior Company, or other details please call us (828-255-5777) or email us (angielynnballet@cs.com). We'd love to hear from you. BCA will also provide modern, jazz and tap classes for dancers with a serious dance focus. more Visit www.balletconservatoryofasheville.com for more info. Download the Ballet Conservatory of Asheville Brochure and Schedule 2009-2010! Ballet ClassesWayne's Fall classes will be at the Ballet Conservatory of Asheville. more Download the Ballet Conservatory of Asheville Brochure and Schedule 2009-2010! Workshops & Private LessonsIn addition to his regular class schedule, Wayne offers studio owners ballet workshops customized to their individual needs. He also loves teaching ballet students privately. In fact, a big key to success in the dance field is a healthy portion of private instruction. more Wayne's Classes are Intense But Fun!Wayne teaches ballet based on the American School -- the heritage started at Harkness House and eventually passed on to David Howard and his teacher, Ruth Petrinovic -- "the ballet teacher's teacher." He focuses on the highest standards of classical ballet standards -- including the best parts of the Russian, French, and Italian schools -- blended with modern concepts of body structure and movement. His classes are intense, lively, supportive ... and fun! more Wayne's BackgroundWayne danced professionally in classical and modern works for Southern Ballet Theatre, Naples Ballet Theatre, and the Demetrius Klein Dance Company. After retiring from the stage, he founded a host of schools and companies including Florida Dance Conservatory, Millennium Dance Syndicate, and his newest venture, Ballet Conservatory of Asheville. Wayne has also held posts as Ballet Department Chair, Ballet Master, and Company Manager. more Wayne completed Professional Ballet Teacher Training with nationally acclaimed pedagogue Ruth C. Petrinovic -- “the ballet teacher’s teacher.” He is a certified ballet teacher and hold an MBA in Arts Management from Golden Gate University and a BA from Indiana University. more Wayne's ChoreographyWayne has choreographed over 25 ballets, ranging from Coppelia, Giselle, and The Nutcracker to multimedia contemporary works. more |
"Wayne Burritt has given our daughter... the gift of ballet as she had never known it before. Her self-confidence continues to grow as her technique improves through nurturing instruction. More "Wayne is an excellent ballet teacher. He recognizes each students strengths and pushes them to reach their fullest potential." More "Wayne is the epitome of a professional. His credentials stand alone." More "I looked high and low for a more professional ballet teacher, and was having trouble in Western North Carolina. Then Wayne popped onto my radar." More "Wayne provided my daughter high quality ballet instruction with a focus on excellent technique, and he gave her a most wonderful gift: a love and passion for ballet!" More "Wayne truly is an exceptional ballet teacher and colleague." More "Through his patient, gifted teaching and personal love of the dance, Wayne has shared and inspired my daughter to the wondrous possibilities of ballet." More "It was immediately apparent that Wayne is an extremely caring and conscious instructor. He has the ability to push each student beyond what she may believe her limits are, whether beginning or advanced, seeing in each individual dancer the possibilities that the dancer herself may not." More
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There's no doubt about it: A good ballet teacher can make a world of difference when it comes to getting into a professional summer training program, winning a dance scholarship to college, or getting ready to take your shot at the dance profession. That's why Wayne's students have been placed in many of the most prestigious ballet schools and academies in the U.S., including