Christine Lebriez

Ballet Mistress -

: Currently with the Cincinnati Ballet , she has decades of experience staging major classical and contemporary productions.

A is a female professional responsible for the technical standards, training, and rehearsal of dancers within a ballet company. Often former principal dancers themselves, they bridge the gap between a choreographer’s vision and the dancers' execution. Core Responsibilities ballet mistress

: Leading the daily morning training session to ensure dancers maintain their peak physical condition and technique. : Currently with the Cincinnati Ballet , she

: A legendary figure who served as ballet mistress for the New York City Ballet and was instrumental in preserving George Balanchine's works. Core Responsibilities : Leading the daily morning training

: Known for her work with the West Australian Ballet , focusing on the athleticism and style required for complex works like Don Quixote .

Many world-class companies employ dedicated ballet mistresses to uphold their specific stylistic traditions: