Jerel Hilding Jerel Hilding was a principal dancer with the Joffrey Ballet for 15 years, touring internationally and performing in works by many of the 20th century's most influential choreographers, including George Balanchine, Gerald Arpino, Jerome Robbins, Sir Frederic Ashton, John Cranko, Kurt Jooss, Leonide Massine, and Twyla Tharp. He is currently in his tenth year as an Associate Professor of Music and Dance at the University of Kansas, teaching all levels of ballet, pointe, repertory, pas de deux, choreography, and rhythms and structures of music. He has taught in New York, New Jersey, New Orleans, and has been a guest teacher and choreographer throughout the Midwest. Hilding is married to former Joffrey dancer Krystyna Jurkowski. They have two sons, Dennis and Kristopher.
Benefits Receive individual attention and evaluation.
Receive professional training. Participate in a final performance. Attend a closing recognition luncheon. Enjoy beautiful mountain scenery. Take part in wholesome campus recreation.