Mount Dora School of Ballet Student Accepted Into The Prestigious Bolshoi Ballet Summer Intensive With Scholarship Since a toddler, Amanda Lily Kountanis had been preparing for this day; the day she crossed the threshold of the prestigious and world renowned Bolshoi Ballet Academy Summer Intensive. Breathing in a bundle nerves, she bravely embraced the unknown world that lay ahead. At 10-years-old, Amanda Lily's ballet story just moved to a new level. For those with dreams of … [Read more...]
Mount Dora School of Ballet spring performance of “Coppelia” highlights dancers’ achievements
May 12, 2016 Orlando Sentinel By Christine Cole, Corespondent LEESBURG — When Kathryn Wheeler talks about the spring performance of her students at the Mount Dora School of Ballet Saturday and Sunday, she mentions the ballet they will present, "Coppelia," was cast to illustrate the progress of the dancers and the achievements of the older students. "Annika Slaby will attend the summer program of the Ellison Ballet," Wheeler said. "It's her dream Summer Intensive. Admission to … [Read more...]
Mount Dora School of Ballet students to stage ‘Cinderella’
Orlando Sentinel May 10, 2013 | By Christine Cole, Correspondent LEESBURG — With the spring performances of the classic fairy tale "Cinderella," scheduled for this weekend, the level of excitement has soared at the Mount Dora School of Ballet. "Our Spring Performance is a culmination of our dancers hard work, love of ballet, rehearsals…It's their big game," owner and teacher Kathryn Wheeler said. Because last year's full-length ballet performance sold out all of the 400 seats in … [Read more...]
Local Dancers Accepted to Prestigious Summer Programs
Orlando Sentinel April, 2010 MOUNT DORA, FL – The Mount Dora School of Ballet is pleased to announce that once again a group of its students have been accepted to various Summer Intensive programs throughout the country. Summer is an important time for learning and growth in dance. A student’s day is devoted to dance. Students have the opportunity to work with different teachers and experience artforms that might not be part of their regular school year program. Another benefit is … [Read more...]