I had the chance to work with John Gardner and Amanda McKerrow in a semi private session! They took the time to coach my partner...
ALUMNI
Many of Burklyn Ballet Theatre’s former students are dancing in professional companies across the United States. Others are serving as faculty in ballet programs or college programs. Several Burklyn students have received awards for their choreography.
Burklyn celebrates 50 years next summer! Join us in Johnson, Vermont July 10th – July 12th, 2026 to help us celebrate Burklyn’s 50 years of magic. If you are interested in learning more on how to be a part of this event click here to complete our mailing list form. Continue to follow us on social media for the most up to date information. Please note that sometimes our emails get sent to junk mail. We will also post on social media if we have any updates on this event. We look forward to seeing you next summer!
What Alumni Have to Say
Dolly Kelepecz, Ballet Mink – UNLV
I believe that what is being offered here is an opportunity for children who may not have an opportunity in other places. It is about ballet....
Alexander Bennett, Royal Ballet
“This program is of great value. It is a beautiful place to come and study because there are so many worthwhile merits to the program...
Bravo!
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- Oliver Greene-Cramer, Twyla Tharp
- Jennifer Ferrigno, Alabama Ballet, Milwaukee Ballet
- Jennie Creer-King, Ballet West
- Dante Adela, Cirque du Soliel, Dralion
- Robert Mills, Oklahoma City Ballet, Artistic Director
- Dylan Crossman, Merce Cunningham Dance Company
- Caitlin Leary, National Tour Mamma Mia, Elf, Beauty and the Beast
- Diana Figueroa, Roxey Ballet
- Ellie Dotson, New York State Ballet
- Anna Edmondson, only American training at the Vagonova Academy in Russia
- Elizabeth Rookey, Ballet Austin, trainee
- Fanta Tesfagiogis, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre
- Sarah Tallman, Wonderbound
- Robert Dekkers, Post Ballet
- Nicolas Franco, New England Ballet Company
- Minh-Tuan Nguyen, Louisville Ballet
- Frederick O’Cansey, Missouri Contemporary Ballet
- Lexa Daniels, Louisville Ballet