Sarah Balkus

What are You Doing Now?

Studying psychology, studio art, and dance at Appalachian State University

Years Danced at SDD:

6

What is the most valuable lesson you learned at SDD?

Learning how to be a leader at stage door has significantly improved my confidence in and outside of the studio and I use the skills I have learned everyday in my college career; in classes, choreographing, and dancing.

Advice You’d Give Current Dancers:

It’s more important to focus on proper technique than to cheat a leg up and build bad habits. A role or performance is never worth risking your mental and/or physical health.

Favorite SDD Moment:

There are so many but I’d have to say the Christmas parades are definitely one of my favorite memories and I miss them.

What’s next, and how can we keep up with your success?

I dance and choreograph for momentum, a dance club at app state.