Lisa Wood

Lisa Wood has been dancing and choreographing in the Denver Metro area for over thirty years. She began performing with “Ballet Now” in the late seventies and has continued her passion, dancing locally with companies from Elizabeth Mandeville Dance to 40 women over 40. Lisa has her B.A. from Metropolitan State College, where she was …

Alexis Drabek

Alexis Drabek received her early dance training at Belliston Academy of Ballet in Littleton, Colorado and was awarded scholarships to the summer programs of School of American Ballet and Pacific Northwest Ballet. She attended Interlochen Arts Academy in Michigan and was a NFAA/ARTS awardee in both Ballet and Modern. Ms. Drabek earned her Bachelor of …

Andrew Carr

D. Andrew Carr, Ph.D. NASM-CPT, Former Founder/Artistic Director Open Door Studios Youth Ensemble has been an instructor and professional dancer for over 30 years.  He has taught master classes on Ballet Technique, Pointe, Contemporary and Anatomy, Kinesiology and Injury Prevention to students, professional dancers and instructors all over the world.  As a professional dancer he performed with ballet …

Sharon Wehner

Sharon Wehner is a dancer, teacher, and movement coach.  She enjoyed a fulfilling 22-year career as a Principal Dancer with the Colorado Ballet and has had the opportunity to travel the world as a guest artist, working with companies and renowned choreographers throughout her field. She currently performs as a freelance artist and teacher and recently …

DDC Summer Intensive Weekend

Train. Inspire. Elevate. Join us for a transformative weekend of dance at our Adult Summer Intensive! Designed for dedicated dancers looking to refine their technique, expand their artistry, and challenge themselves in a supportive and inspiring environment. This immersive weekend features a carefully curated schedule, including: ✨ Ballet – Strengthen your foundation with expert instruction ✨ Pointe – Hone your …