BALLET SCHOOL

Myra Mier School of Ballet
The Myra Mier School of Ballet is celebrating its 36th year. The school is directed by Myra Mier and is dedicated to the study of classical ballet. Students are trained in the Vaganova (Russian) Method that produces dancers with a strong technique and style. The Myra Mier School of Ballet is the official school of the Jefferson Ballet Theatre.

Myra Mier, Director
Myra Mier began her training in Havana, Cuba under the inspiration of legendary ballerina Alicia Alonso. Ms. Mier studied at the Cuban National School of Ballet, Gayle Parmelee Ballet in New Orleans and the American Ballet Theatre in New York City. She completed her five year pedagogy course on the Vaganova Method with John Barker, Jurgen Schneider and Bella Kovarskaya.

Ms Mier has received a number of awards for her work and is recognized as an important member of the artistic community.

> Myra Mier School of Ballet Registration Form (2008/2009)