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Alumnae Perspectives

: Alexandra Bruzzese :: Francesca Bruzzese

:: Cheryl Cusick:: Erin Gildea

: Crystal Lamarche :: Magdalena Laws

::Kathryn McLaughlin :: Heather McNamee

:: Sarah Medeiros :: Marcia Newbert

:: Nellie Rainwater :: Crystal Rose

:: Monique Teves
Alexandra Bruzzese
Bruzzese A

What have you been up to since RIBT? Please let us know what you are pursuing now. Are you still dancing?
I graduated from high school in May of 2007 and am now a freshman at College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, MA. I'm majoring in Italian and am considering a double major or a minor with Spanish. The dance program at Holy Cross isn't great, so unfortunately I'm currently not dancing but have returned to the studio over Christmas break to take classes.

 
What is your fondest memory of RIBT?

I loved learning new choreography, especially Madeline, Classique, and Angels in Flight. It was always so exciting to be taught something new, to listen to new music, to see Mrs. McAuliffe's vision really come to life. I also loved the community at RIBT - I made some really wonderful friends there and the company felt like a big family.

 
What are some of the lessons you learned from the RIBT experience?

I learned that so much goes into dancing than just executing the steps - your state of mind, facial expressions, stage presence etc. really make a difference when performing.

 
Do you have any advice for the young dancers at RIBT today?

Even if you're not dancing or participating in a piece, it always pays to be observant and watch the other dancers - learn what to do in your own dancing and what not to do, and listen carefully to Mrs. McAuliffe's corrections. It's an easy way to improve your own technique
 

Anything else you would like to add?

I hope all of the RIBT dancers relish their time in the company and make the most of it!