2014
Clara Hurst
Introduction: Clara Hurst comes from a multiracial household with two multiracial parents. She has trained in ballet for over ten years and studies at the International Ballet Academy (IBA), where she is currently in the Level 7 / Pre-Professional Division 1 program. She also participates annually in IBA’s Summer Intensive, further strengthening her technique and artistry. Clara has performed in numerous productions with International Ballet Theatre, including The Nutcracker (2022–2025), Stars of Tomorrow (2022–2025), Alice in Wonderland (2023), Dance This (2024), Snow White (2025), and Dracula (2025). Through years of dedicated training and stage experience, Clara continues to develop her passion for ballet and performance.
Cici Cui
Introduction: Cici Cui immigrated to the United States in 2013 when she was only four years old. She has trained in ballet for over ten years at the International Ballet Academy (IBA) and is currently part of the Level 7 / Pre-Professional Division 1 program. She attends IBA’s Summer Intensive each year, where she continues to refine her technical skills and artistry. Cici has performed with International Ballet Theatre in several productions, including Stars of Tomorrow (2022–2025), The Nutcracker (2022, 2024, 2025), Giselle (2024), and Dracula (2023). Her years of training and performance experience reflect her dedication to ballet and her commitment to growing as a dancer.
Pointe With Passion 