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Embarked on an illustrious career as an artist, solidifying her place as one of the most celebrated ballerinas of her generation. She began her career as a prima ballerina at the National Opera and Ballet Theatre of Armenia (USSR) before immigrating to Canada to join Les Grands Ballets Canadiens. For seven years, Mme. Vartanian graced the stage as a principal dancer with Les Grands Ballets, bringing artistic prestige to the company and captivating audiences both in Canada and internationally.
Throughout her career, Mme. Vartanian has toured extensively, performing in North and South America, Europe, the Soviet Union, and the Orient. Her experience as a prima ballerina at the Cleveland Ballet, Les Ballets Classiques de Montreal, and as a featured artist with companies such as the Alberta Ballet, Nevada Dance Theatre, Ballet Nacional de Portugal, Tbilisi Georgian Ballet, and Donetsk Ukrainian Ballet, has enriched her expertise in ballet and choreography.
The Acadmie de Ballet Sona Vartanian is a non-profit organization dedicated to the comprehensive development of classical ballet education. The academy's advancement is based on the individual progress of the student rather than age or years of training. The focus on individual potential is a hallmark of the academy's teaching approach.
The academy offers a curriculum encompassing programs for children, adults, and an academic program. With classes available for children aged 3 to 12, adolescents aged 13 to 16, and adults at an intermediate to advanced level, the academy caters to a diverse range of aspiring dancers.
Led by a team of dedicated professionals including Ralph Santostefano as General Manager, Mme. Sona Vartanian as Artistic Director, and Beverly Sing as Administrator, the academy is committed to nurturing the talent of each student and fostering a passion for ballet.
For further information on classes, schedules, events, and registration, interested individuals can contact the Acadmie de Ballet Sona Vartanian by email at info@sonavartanian. Ca or by phone at 514-369-2321. The academy is located at 6830 Park Ave, Suite 202, Montreal, QC H3N 1W7.
