Chris Kaiser

Assistant Professor of Dance, Chris Kaiser joins us from Seattle where he recently finished his MFA at the University of Washington. His energy and enthusiasm for dance will be sure to inspire us all.  Chris is an accomplished ballet artist and educator with experience at world-renowned institutions. He studied at The Juilliard School before receiving a contract with the Alberta Ballet. After three seasons of dancing in Canada, he finished his dancing career as a soloist with Oregon Ballet Theatre, where he had the privilege to perform works by William Forsythe, Ben Stevenson, and Nacho Duato. Chris combines a deep understanding of classical ballet and modern dance with innovative, student-centered teaching philosophies. His mission is to create a space where dancers can take ownership of their education and training while providing them with the necessary tools for success in the field and beyond.