Master Ballet Education - 2nd Edition - 2023

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The event aims to bring together renowned ballet stars and choreographers from both national and international backgrounds, offering a diverse range of engaging educational programs. The Master Ballet Education (MBE) program has been meticulously crafted by esteemed ballet artists and connoisseurs, catering to professional ballet dancers as well as recreational dancers with intermediate or advanced skills in classical, modern, or contemporary dance.

With the collaboration of our expert team of teachers and esteemed guests from Croatia, Germany, Romania, Austria, and Slovenia, we are delighted to present participants with unparalleled opportunities to engage in exceptional dance educational programs and workshops encompassing classical, neoclassical, modern ballet, and contemporary dance genres. Through this range of classes, participants will have the chance to thoroughly expand their artistic experience and knowledge.

The Master Ballet Education initiative comprises six intensive training and workshop days at the Zagreb Dance Center (ZPC) and the Academy of Dramatic Art (ADU). Additionally, it includes a ballet competition designed for students aged 13 – 18, theoretical and educational programs, as well as stage presentations and performances.

At Master Ballet Education, we strive to provide our students with the best ballet education available. We have assembled a team of renowned ballet teachers and pedagogues with years of experience in teaching ballet. Our professional team is committed to helping each student reach their full potential.

We focus on both technique and artistry and offer an extensive curriculum with a variety of classes to suit all levels and ages, and we make sure to provide each of our students with individual attention and support. Our professional team is passionate about teaching and sharing their experience, and our goal is to inspire our students to improve and reach their goals, whether they are beginners or experienced dancers.

Our mission is to provide the best ballet education possible while teaching the ballet art form. We strive to create a safe and loving atmosphere that encourages our students to achieve their highest potential. Join us and discover the beauty of ballet at Baldovin Ballet Zagreb.

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About us

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Baldovin Ballet Zagreb was founded in 2020 by Iva Vrgoč and George Alexandru Baldovin.

George Alexandru Baldovin is a former ballet dancer in HNK Zagreb, SNG Maribor, European Ballet London, Opera House Bucharest, Opera House Iasi and Opera House Constanta.

During his career, George Alexandru Baldovin had the opportunity to work with the worldwide highest ranked choreographers like Vladimir Malakhov, Nacho Duato, Irek Mukhamedov, Edward Clug, Patrice Bart, Youri Vámos, Leo Mujić, Patrice Bart, Victor Litvinov, Derek Dean, Hans Van Mannen, Milko Šparemblek, Lorca Massine, Joyce Cuoco, Vladimir Derevianko, Pascal Touzeau, Paul Boos (George Balanchine Trust). Currently, as a freelance professional ballet dancer, choreographer, and music composer, he desires to share his knowledge and experience to promote the art of classical ballet.

The goal of Baldovin Ballet Zagreb association is to encourage and share the knowledge of classical ballet artistry, but also to raise awareness of the entire ballet art form through professional and recreational ballet programs and events.

The quality of the dedicated work of Baldovin Ballet Zagreb association was recognized by Margot Fonteyn Academy of Ballet – USA resulting in Baldovin Ballet Zagreb becoming Fonteyn Academy Associated Program in 2022.

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