Professional Ballerina & Director of the Enlighten * Inspire * Engage Project

The EIE Project is a unique ballet-and-lecture performance series designed to bring classical ballet to audiences in a personal, human, and deeply connective way. Unlike traditional stage performances where the audience is far away, I perform excerpts from works such as Swan Lake, Giselle, and Who Cares in intimate settings—senior living communities, schools, and small cultural venues. Alongside these performances, I share insights into the history, meaning, and artistry behind each ballet, and invite dialogue with the audience.

I also incorporate simple breath and movement exercises, done while seated, so that all participants can take part comfortably. These exercises encourage relaxation, mindfulness, and physical engagement, making the performance not only an artistic experience but also a participatory and inclusive one.

This approach removes the barrier between performer and viewer, replacing the distant illusion of the stage with authentic human connection. Through these performances, I share not only the beauty of ballet but also the life of a ballerina: the dedication, the artistry, and the humanity behind the art form.

At its core, the EIE Project is about restoring connection through art—at a time when society is increasingly defined by technology and disconnection. Throughout history, civilizations have flourished through art and human connection. My mission is to preserve and share this legacy with elders, youth, and communities, creating moments of inspiration, enlightenment, and engagement that nurture both the individual and society as a whole.

When you support the EIE Project, you are supporting more than performances. You are investing in human connection, cultural preservation, and the transformative power of dance.

Thank you for helping us keep this vision alive.