About Me
My Story
Throughout my life, I’ve approached every challenge with enthusiasm, creativity, and ceaseless desire to achieve success. This passion and drive have paved the way to countless opportunities, unique experiences and exceptional relationships both personally and professionally. If you’re interested in learning more about me, keep reading or get in touch.
Schools Trained At
Where I've danced/studied.
I have had the opportunity to train with a variety of instructors and schools including attendance at national summer intensives such as the Russian Bolshoi Academy and the Dresden Palucca Schule fur Tanz.
Ballet & Dance Schools Trained At:
University of Utah - Ballet Major BFA (2017-2019)
Utah Valley University - Aviatoin BS (2016-2020)
Joffrey Ballet School, New York - Trainee (2016-2017)
Creative Arts Academy, Utah (2015-16)
Ogden High School - Tigerettes (2012-2013)
The Dance Establishment, Utah (2011-2012)
Imagine Ballet Theater - Company Member (2005-2015)
Television Premiers
University of Utah Promo Video, Utah Ballet 1- 2018 with Michele Wiles (Director of Ballet Next)
So You Think You Can Dance, Season 15; episode 2 & 3 Top 30 LA Judges Round
BUZZ AXS | SYTYCD Los Angels Tryouts!
Arts Promo Video, Rocko’s Art - The Lost Tutu - Ballet meets Calligraphy & Graffiti, NYC 2016 (Commissioned)
23rd Nation Music Video, “Isabella/Fire Fire”, (Commissioned) featured ballet soloist, Brooklyn, NYC 2017
Screen dance Film, "Revision" by James Wallace 2018
Rocky Mountain Choreography Festival Promotion Video- 2015
Give Love Utah, Donation Promo – Pas De Quarte feature
Pillow Party – Fox 13 News 2012
America’s Got Talent – Imagine Ballet Theater, special invite
Dance Mom’s, Season 1; Episode 10
Volunteer Performances
Mormon Tab Choir Christmas Concert, Co. Member 2017/2018 performed for 22,000 at SLC Conference Center.
Salt Contemporary Dance Peter Pan, Pirate – Spanish Fork Boat Harbor, 2018
Daughters of The Utah Pioneers National Jubilee – Pioneer Waltz, Ogden, Ut 2018
Gatherings - choreographed by Carrie Miles. Rocky Mountain Choreography Winner, Full Production. 2014
Ballet Demonstrations and Excerpts Classical Works performed at local elementary schools K – 12
Ballet Performances, twice a annually, at Egyptian Theatre for Recreation Arts Museum and Parks (RAMP) city arts support – Various scenes Nutcracker / Alice in Wonderland / Secret Garden
PALS – Down Syndrome Class Assistant
Flash Mob – Downtown Ogden Street Festivals & Farmers Market
SLC New Year’s Eve Celebration – Secret Garden
Golden Hours Senior Citizen – ballet excerpts for local care homes.
DANCE INSTRUCTORS TRAINED UNDER
I admire and am grateful for my mentors and teachers who have supported and encouraged me.
DANIELLE LEE DREIS
Dancer email: danidancerdreis3@gmail.com
Luc Vanier / Jan Fugit / Melonie Buchanan / Melissa Bobick / Sara Pickett / Margaret Wright-Tesch / Michael Bearden / Francisco Gella / Silver Barkes Martin / Jennifer Jackson Wheelwright / Gary Flannery / Allynne Noelle / Jamie Johnson / Diego Salterini / Hannah Baumgarten / Cameron Basden / Oswaldo Muniz / Dinna Bjorn /Raymond Van Mason / Christie Perry / Hazel Clark / Carrie Turner Miles / Lauri Sefton / Shannon Alvis / Aaron Orlowski / Jason Linsley / Jessica Barraza / Christina Stockdale / Era Jouravelv / Andrei Jouravelv / Maxamillien Baud / Liz D’Anna / Marina Bogdanova /Akop Akopian / Gaiane Akopian / Stephanie Godino
SKILLS & INTERESTS
I have grown up valuing the arts and cultivating my creative passions. I strongly believe relationships are of high value and worth. I have always enjoyed dancing. I love training, working, perfecting and polishing movement and techniques. Through many choreographic, educational, volunteer interactions, and performing experiences I have grown to love the stage and the life of a performer. I have a passion for success.This takes good listening skills, adaptability, and drive. After a year in New York City I was exposed to modeling and love to participate in photo shoots for freelance or to promote dance merchandise and the art form. I plan to dance in a professional ballet company alongside principle dancers and continue progressing my experience, relationships, and abilities.
"Hard work will never betray you"
Education
Places I have studied.
My education has not only provided the foundation for the rest of my experiences, but has also made me a lifelong learner who is eager to gain more skills and knowledge. Take a look at my academics and accomplishments below.
BFA University of Utah
2016-2018
I studied at the University of Utah in the Ballet Department and accomplished a four year BFA degree within two years. I had a ballet emphasis. Under a doner and department scholarship, I maintained a 3.8 GPA and had many performing opportunities and experiences.
BS Utah Valley University
2016-2020
I received a scholarship through the Deseret News Sterling Scholar Competition in the category of dance to attend UVU for four years. I majored in Aviation Administration and maintained a 3.9 GPA.
International Baccalaureate Diploma, Ogden High School
2014-16
This two year program offered college courses within my high school studies. After many exams, an extended essay, hours of volunteer service, and scientific lab research I passed and succeed in receiving the diploma equivalent credit to an Associates Degree.
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