In the fall of 1997, the Alabama Ballet initiated a new apprenticeship program. Twenty young dancers from around the United States including Chicago, New Orleans, Indianapolis, and New York were invited to train full time with the professional company.
They perform the roles of the corps de ballet and understudy principal and soloist roles in preparation for their professional careers. Three of these young apprentices were selected to compete in the 1998 USA International Ballet Competition held in Jackson, MS.
For more information, call the Ballet office at 205-322-4300 or e-mail us at joelletucker@alabamaballet.org.
Gauen Rhys Alexander
Irvine, CA
Samantha Campbell
Salt Lake City, UT
Stefanie Caputo Chadds Ford, PA
Kiersten Engel East Northport, NY
Morgan Floyd Birmingham, AL
Elizabeth Gamble Birmingham, AL
Catherine Garratt Birmingham, AL
Scott Murdock Huntsville, AL
Emily Pitcairn Tequesta, FL
Callie Robson Tulsa, OK
Yellie Shustack West Chester, OH
Emily Stephenitch St. Louis, MO
Rachel Stupay Frankfort, IL
Laura Beth Thorup Orleans, MA
Kelly Walsh Pittsfield, MA
Brantley Wilson Hartselle, AL
Sara Woods Birmingham, AL
2726 1st Avenue South · Birmingham, AL 35233 · tel 205.322.4300 · info@alabamaballet.org
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*Alvin Ailey photos courtesy of Alvin Ailey® American Dance Theater
