DIRECTOR • CHOREOGRAPHER • EDUCATOR
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Teaching Philosophy
Since leaving and returning to the performing arts Nicholas has learned a few things...
It may sound cheesy but Nicholas really believes in dancing like each day is your last. Being an artist in 2023 is a precious and fragile gift that should not be taken for granted. They believe in taking risks, making bold choices, and being unafraid of making mistakes or being embarrassed. They believe in deconstructing the rigid gender binary of the ballet world and instilling in all of their students the understanding that they are unique, worthwhile, and beautiful. Nicholas believes wholeheartedly in process over product and taking the time to nurture and care for the person inside the artist. The dance studio needs to be a safe, inclusive, and most of all, fun space for all people!
Take a Dance Class!
During the school calendar year Nicholas teaches Ballet Technique Classes to levels Four, Five, and Six of the Grand Rapids Ballet School as well as drop in Elective Classes for Adult Beginner and Intermediate students. *NEW* Schedule a private lesson with Nicholas in Ballet or Musical Theatre Dance Styles at Grand Rapids Ballet School. A private lesson can help you achieve your goals faster through targeted training that addresses your individualized needs! For details and to schedule please contact Nicholas directly.
Find Enrollment Details Here:
https://grballet.com/grand-rapids-ballet-school/
Nicholas has a stacked teaching schedule at Grand Rapids Civic Theatre School of Theatre Arts this year! Their class schedule includes:
Fall (October 7th-November 16th)
Ballet for Musical Theatre Performers (Adults) Sundays 12:30-1:45 PM
Ballet for Musical Theatre Performers (Grades 6-12) Sundays 2:45-4:00 PM
Intermediate Musical Theatre Dance (Grades 6-12) Sundays 5:00-6:15 PM
Broadway Showstoppers (Grades 6-12) Thursdays 4:30-6:30 PM
Winter (January 6th-February 15th)
Ballet for Musical Theatre Performers (Adults) Sundays 12:30-1:45 PM
Intermediate Musical Theatre Dance (Grades 6-12) Sundays 5:00-6:15 PM
Built for the Stage (Grades 6-12) Tuesdays 1:30-3:00 PM
Broadway Showstoppers (Grades 6-12) Thursdays 4:30-6:30 PM
Spring (April 13-May 23)
Built for the Stage (Grades 6-12) Tuesdays 1:30-3:00 PM
Look for Enrollment Details on the Civic Theatre Website: