New American Talent/Dance

Monday, January 14, 2008

excited about NATD

Dear friends and everybody who loves the art of DANCE. I am so exited and feel so privileged to participate as a finalist in such a great project like New American Talent in Dance. I had an amazing time, working with Ballet Austin in October, and very much looking forward to come back in February for final rehearsals and performance. I have meet Sidra and know very well Amy, (my fellow opponents in this contest) they are wonderful people and choreographers. I hope we all will have a great time, watching our choreography and learn from each other. Right now I am in Germany, making choreography and teaching Master Classes, watching performances and having great time. Can't wait to come back!!!

About Me

My name is Viktor Kabaniaev. I graduated from Vaganova Ballet Academy, St. Petersburg, Russia and worked as a principal dancer in several companies in the former Soviet Union, Germany, and in the United States including Boris Eifman Ballet, the Russian Ballet,Komiche Oper Berlin, The Dortmund Ballet, The Hanover Ballet and Diablo Ballet. I have performed roles in many classical, neo-classical and modern ballets. Mr. Kabaniaev’s first choreography “Adagietto” was awarded a "Special Prize" at the 29th Annual Ballet Festival of Japan, Tokyo in 1997. In 2004 I received "First Laureate" for choreography "White Light" at the 3rd International Serge Diahgilev Competition for Choreographers in Gdynia, Poland. In 2005 Mr. Kabaniaev received "Grand Prize" for choreography "Duet" at the 8th Annual Dance Under The Stars Choreography Festival in Palm Desert, California. My choreographies have been performed by companies such Cincinnati Ballet, Diablo Ballet, Moving Arts Dance, AIS Ballet, Japan,Troymesky Teater, Poland, Ultimatum Step, France. Recently, Mr. Kabaniaev received “Outstanding Choreographer Award” on Youth America Grand Prix 2007 in San Francisco.

About New American Talent/Dance

Share in one of the nation’s most exciting interactive ballet opportunities as Stephen Mills continues his biennial search to recognize exceptional choreographic talent! Emerging dance makers chosen from a national selection process by a panel of renowned jurors compete for prestige, up to $20,000 in cash…and the chance to realize their dreams. Join in the fun as YOU, the audience, vote on your favorites from a field of world-premiere works, with styles ranging from the classical to the abstract. “Ladies and gentlemen, turn ON your cell phones” and vote! Learn. Experience. Vote. Participate.

New American Talent/Dance - Viktor's Blog

Monday, February 11, 2008

First Pitch by Viktor Kabaniaev

Duet, choreography by Viktor Kabaniaev

Monday, January 14, 2008

excited about NATD

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