DIRECTOR • CHOREOGRAPHER • EDUCATOR
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Teaching Philosophy
It may sound cheesy but Nicholas really believes in dancing like each day is your last. Being an artist in 2024 is a precious and fragile gift that should not be taken for granted. Nicholas believes in taking risks, making bold choices, and being unafraid of making mistakes or being embarrassed. He believes in deconstructing the rigid gender binary of the ballet world and instilling in all of his 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 (schedule below). You can also book 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 and desires! For details please contact Nicholas directly.
Adult Beginner Ballet:
Monday February 19th 6:30-8:00 PM
Monday February 26th 6:30-8:00 PM
Thursday February 29th 6:30-8:00 PM
Monday March 4th 6:30-8:00 PM
Thursday March 14th 6:30-8:00 PM
Monday March 18th 6:30-8:00 PM
Thursday March 29th 6:30-8:00 PM
Adult Intermediate Ballet:
Tuesday March 19th 6:30-8:00 PM
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! His class schedule includes:
Spring (April 13-May 23)
Built for the Stage (Grades 6-12) Tuesdays 1:30-3:00 PM
Stretching and Conditioning (Ages 16+) Thursdays 7:00-8:30 PM
Young Artist Studio Ballet Saturdays 8:30-9:45 AM
Look for Enrollment Details on the Civic Theatre Website: