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Daniel Ross

Daniel Ross

London,ENG

Summary

I am a dedicated dancer and teacher from Australia with a strong work ethic and an even stronger passion for dance. I have a deep love for both classical and contemporary techniques, with a particular focus on safe dance practices. In my classes, I aim to create an inclusive environment where students can grow as dancers while building a sense of community. I am a professional dance artist working as a performer, mentor, and teacher, and this multifaceted experience informs every aspect of my practice. My personal practice is informed by somatic approaches, improvisation, ballet, and a variety of contemporary techniques including Cunningham technique, Flying Low, and contact improvisation. These experiences shape my teaching style and help me support dancers in developing both technical skill and creative expression.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work history

Ballet, Technique/Conditioning, and Contemporary Teacher

Stage Door Performing Arts
01.2024 - 12.2024
  • Throughout the year, teaching a range of classes including ballet, technique/conditioning, and contemporary to students from young children through to adults.
  • choreographing end-of-year performances for each class that was taught.

Ballet dancer

Fever
Sydney
11.2024 - 11.2024

We Call It Ballet

Sleeping Beauty & Light Show - Ballet Dancer (Prince & Carabosse)

Choreographer - Cristian PérezRehearsal Director - Ginevra Cicatello

Advanced Classical Ballet Teacher

Burwood Girls High School
01.2024 - 11.2024
  • Delivering a weekly advanced classical ballet class and choreographing both a mid-year and Christmas performance for the students for the enjoyment of their friends and family.

Dancer

Dance Makers Collective
03.2024 - 03.2024

Cat-and-Mouse: The Mouse Strikes Back – Dancer

Choreographer: Ella Watson-Heath

Caresss - Ensemble Dancer/CollaboratorChoreographer: Rhiannon Newton, in collaboration

Featured Artist

Dance Makers Collective
09.2023 - 09.2023
  • Snake Battle - Featured Artist
  • Choreographer: Eliza Cooper
  • Cat-and-Mouse - Featured Artist
  • Choreographer: Ella Watson-Heath

Ensemble dancer

Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA)
11.2022 - 11.2022

Tannhäuser Bacchanal - Ensemble dancer

Choreographer: Pina Bausch

Rehearsal Directors: Marigia Maggipinto, Ophelia Young

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Dance

Western Australia Academy of Performing Arts
Perth
11.2022

Skills

  • Classical ballet technique
  • Contemporary dance technique
  • Partnering techniques
  • Physical conditioning
  • Patient instruction
  • Musicality awareness
  • Technique improvement strategy
  • Stage performance experience
  • Understanding of dance history
  • Safe dance practice

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Ballet dancer

Fever
11.2024 - 11.2024

Dancer

Dance Makers Collective
03.2024 - 03.2024

Ballet, Technique/Conditioning, and Contemporary Teacher

Stage Door Performing Arts
01.2024 - 12.2024

Advanced Classical Ballet Teacher

Burwood Girls High School
01.2024 - 11.2024

Featured Artist

Dance Makers Collective
09.2023 - 09.2023

Ensemble dancer

Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA)
11.2022 - 11.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Dance

Western Australia Academy of Performing Arts
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