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Darkroom Ballet
Krishna, a blind dancer in NYC, founded Dark Room Ballet, the only pre-professional program for blind and low vision adults in English. She’s performed with many companies, teaches globally, and empowers others to experience dance through somatic and anatomical awareness, breaking barriers in the ballet world151718.
Website
info@darkroomballet.com
Alicia Alonso
Alicia Alonso - Giselle Despite near-total blindness from her late teens, Alicia became a legendary prima ballerina and founded the National Ballet of Cuba. She danced major roles using innovative adaptations and inspired millions, proving that vision loss cannot dim artistic brilliance237.
Blind Dance Company Hydeia
Blind Dance Company Hydeia, a professional ballroom and Latin dance instructor, founded The Blind Dance Company to empower low vision dancers. Her group has performed nationwide, breaking stereotypes and providing employment for blind artists in the entertainment industry.
Website
info@theblinddanceco.org
Danelle Umstead
Danelle on DWTS Paralympic skier Danelle became the first blind contestant on Dancing With The Stars. Despite total vision loss from retinitis pigmentosa, she inspired millions by dancing live on national TV, showing that disability is no barrier to grace and achievement101315.
Website
info@danelleumstead.com
Kerry Thompson
Kerry Thompson Dancing Deafblind since childhood, Kerry dominates dance floors and teaches inclusive classes in Boston. She connects the deafblind community with dance, showing that movement transcends sensory limitations and fosters connection and joy.
Corrina Veesart
Corrina, deafblind since birth, has participated in ballet, cheerleading, yoga, and more. She uses touch and other senses to navigate dance, finding freedom and purpose in movement. Her story encourages others to pursue their passions regardless of disability6.
Saïd Gharbi
Saïd Gharbi Performance Blind since age 14, Saïd is a celebrated dancer in Belgium, performing with Ultima Vez and other groups. He challenges perceptions of disability and has become a role model for accessibility and creativity in dance.
Kayla Hamilton
Kayla Hamilton Dance Kayla, a low vision dancer and collaborator with Krishna Washburn, is known for her innovative choreography and advocacy for disability inclusion in dance. She leads workshops and performances that highlight diverse bodies and experiences.
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The Blind Dance Company
Ronald Kenny, a member of The Blind Dance Company, is completely blind and has become a skilled dancer through tactile and auditory instruction. His journey exemplifies the transformative power of adaptive teaching and community support.
Website
info@primaryhealthnet.co.uk
Barbara Lee
Barbara, also with The Blind Dance Company, has low vision and has embraced dance as a means of empowerment and self-expression. Her performances inspire others to challenge limits and pursue their dreams49. Elena (Blind
Elena, a low vision dancer, trains and performs with The Blind Dance Company. Her progress and performances demonstrate the importance of accessible arts and the joy of creative movement.
Website
info@theblinddanceco.org
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