FACULTY & DIRECTORS

Elisse Shell is the owner and director of Classical Ballet Conservatory. A BYU dance graduate and former Theatre Ballet member, she holds an MFA in Ballet from the University of Utah and has taught, choreographed, and mentored dancers throughout the Wasatch Front.

Carol N. Iwasaki is the retired Professor and Chair of Ballet at the University of Utah. Her distinguished teaching and leadership career includes Ballet West, the University of Cincinnati, Wichita State University, and dance programs across the U.S. and abroad.

Lauren Frost holds a BFA in Dance from the University of Utah. Her experience includes SALT II, Wasatch Contemporary Dance Company, Mountain West Ballet, and teaching both dance and fitness.

Kimberly is a director, photographer, choreographer, and vocalist. She has directed and music-directed productions throughout Utah and brings extensive musical theatre and performance experience to the Conservatory.

Claire Jones holds a BFA in Modern Dance from the University of Utah and performed with the Performing Dance Company and Wasatch Contemporary Dance Company. She is passionate about teaching, choreography, and helping students grow.

Faculty member at Classical Ballet Conservatory.

Alisa Fox has taught dance for more than 20 years. Her work includes choreography, cheer and dance education, and programs that help young dancers build confidence through movement.

David Riskin teaches pas de deux and men’s class at Classical Ballet Conservatory.

Faculty member at Classical Ballet Conservatory.

Faculty member at Classical Ballet Conservatory.

Faculty member at Classical Ballet Conservatory.

Faculty member at Classical Ballet Conservatory.