ANNA DAVYDOVA
Dance teacher and Choreographer
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
A positive, professional teacher, dancer and choreographer, with more than 12 years international experience adept at combining a strong educational ethos with an outstanding artistic talent. Possesses exceptional interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to develop and maintain positive
internal and external relationships.
A motivational and inspirational leader capable of coaching and empowering individuals to enable them to fulfill their potential whilst ensuring that they make a positive
contribution to their environment.
EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS
2007-2008 BBO Teaching Course, Dance, Level 5 (FE), Validated by Trinity College, London
2003 University College of Dance, Sweden - Jazz Dance Teaching Course
2002 University College of Dance, Sweden - Improvisation and Composition Teaching Course
2001-2002 University College of Dance, Sweden - 1 Year Teaching Course - Historical Dance
1992-1995 University College of Dance, Sweden - Degree in Dance Teaching
1989-1991 University of Culture and Arts, Russia - Degree in Dance Teaching and Choreography
1978-1982 State Ballet School, Opera and Ballet Theatre, Russia
CAREER SUMMARY
2008-date Middlesex University, London, Lecturer in Ballet
2007-2008 London Studio Centre, London – Work experience/teaching practice, teaching ballet for
level 1 and 2 students on BA Hons Dance Degree course
2007-2008 Urdang, London – Work experience/teaching practice, teaching ballet for level 1 students
on BA Hons Theatre Dance Degree course
2007-date Ballet for Adults, London – Ballet teacher
2004-date Mark Elie Dance Foundation, London, Ballet teacher and Choreographer
2001 The Royal Drama Theatre, Sweden, Guest Choreographer
1997 The State Drama Theatre, Sweden, Guest Choreographer
1995-2004 Solna Kulturskola- Arts and Educational College and State
Art and Culture School, Sweden:
Teaching Classical Ballet to 1st, 2nd and 3rd years vocational college students aged 16 plus. Also ballet,flamenco and creative dance to children. Ballet teacher and Choreographer responsible for producing and choreographing shows in addition to organising all aspects of student performances plus organising summer school. Delivering study programs for students in vocational training, assessing students and coordinating feedback to individuals.
Sitting in on audition panels and carrying out classes Designing and preparing teaching materials as a part of school’s learner centred approach to education.
Making a significant personal contribution to the research and development of innovative teaching methods. Undertaking continuous professional development and participating in staff development and training activities to update and enhance skills. Managing and monitoring study groups, including producing timetables for students, liaison with parents providing instructions on enrolment processes and study plans. Providing an ambassador role in local schools as part of marketing and student recruitment.
Advising and guiding students playing a pivotal role in supporting school progression.
Assisting the development of shared programmes of study between different art forms
2001 The Royal Drama Theatre Sweden, Guest Choreographer
2000 Danshogskolan-University College of Dance Sweden, Guest Teacher
2000-2004 Dance and Song Society Sweden, Dancer and Choreographer
1999 Classical Ballet Centro Coreografico Espacio Spain, Guest Teacher
1998 Opera Belvedere Sweden, Choreographer
1998-1999 Arts and Education College Sweden, Ballet Teacher,
1998-2004 Klassisk Balett LM AB Ballet School Sweden, Ballet Teacher and Coach,
1997-2004 Lilla Akademien-Music School Sweden, Dance Teacher and Choreographer
1997 The State Drama Theatre Sweden, Guest Choreographer,
1997-1998 Folk Dance Group “Kamea” Sweden, Dancer and Choreographer,
1995 Music festival Sweden, Guest Dancer and Choreographer,
1994-1999 Show Dance School “Sway” Sweden, Ballet and Flamenco Teacher,
1990-1991 Show Dance Group for Adolescents Russia, Dancer and Choreographer,
1983-1991 Folklor Ballet Dance Group “Rainbow” Russia, Dancer
OTHER EXPERIENCE
Consultant for The Royal Drama Theatre in Stockholm (2000)
Consultant for The State Drama Theatre in Stockholm (1997)
Organised Easter party for Russian Children in Ealing (2007)
Organised Christmas event for Russian Children in Ealing (2006)
Studied Computer Programmes for setting Music and Lighting for Performance (2003)
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
Member, British Ballet Organisation
Member, Council for Dance Education and Training
Member, Dance Teacher’s Professional Body Sweden
Member, Teacher’s Professional Body Sweden
PERSONAL DETAILS
Nationality: Swedish with no U.K. working restrictions