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She began her dance career right here in Ketchikan at Ketchikan Theatre Ballet. At the age of sixteen she left home to continue her dance training at the performing arts high school, Idyllwild Arts Academy in Idyllwild, California. Upon graduation, Jess continued her education and dance training in New York City at Marymount Manhattan College. She soon transferred to University of Arizona where she graduated Cum Laude with a B.F.A. in Dance. Jess then moved to Denver and danced with 7Dancers and taught all levels and styles of dance at Cherry Creek Dance. She also freelanced with 3rd Law Dance and Evolving Doors Dance, both based out of Boulder, Colorado. Jess has also studied at San Francisco Conservatory of Dance, Alvin Ailey, Dance New Amsterdam, Steps on Broadway, Peridance, and Broadway Dance Center. Dancing at each of these locations provided her the opportunity to work many incredible artists including: Summer Lee Rhatigan (Artistic Director of San Francisco Conservatory of Dance), Christian Burns (Co-founder of The Foundry), Leslie Browne (Principal with American Ballet Theatre), and many more. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5c09a20e85ede1565dc66ebd/60a1a4d2-f3df-4ee8-8234-24f599fff7cb/andiamo+2025+_+jeanette+sweetman+photography-218.jpg The Company GRACE JACKSON DANCER Grace Jackson started dancing at Ketchikan Theatre Ballet when she was six. She went on to train in ballet, and later joined jazz as well. Since graduating high school, she spent a year studying dance at the University of Idaho. In her time there, she took classes in ballet, modern, dance improvisation, and dance composition. She also spent time there teaching ballet and jazz at Festival Dance Academy. Grace has since moved back to Ketchikan and enjoys teaching ballet and jazz at Ketchikan Theatre Ballet. She is excited to be in her 7th season with Andiamo Dance Company! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5c09a20e85ede1565dc66ebd/65dbdbaa-05f5-4f20-b42b-aff9e3cc8e15/jeanette+sweetman+photography+%7C+andiamo+dance+company-5684.jpg The Company CHRISTINA HUGHES DANCER Originally hailing from the east coast, Christina Hughes is a Ketchikan-based dancer. She is the co-founder of the nonprofit dance company Hughes And Vecchione Dance Projects, and is the curator of the Ketchikan Dance Film Festival. She is so grateful to be entering into her fourth season with Andiamo Dance Company, and looks forward to all the performance opportunities that lie ahead! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5c09a20e85ede1565dc66ebd/4a267fb5-34ee-45c4-96d4-6bce638ae845/jeanette+sweetman+photography+%7C+andiamo+dance+company-5637+2.jpg The Company - Make it stand out EMILEE ENRIGHT DANCER Emilee Enright began her dance journey at four years old with Ketchikan Theatre Ballet. She danced with KTB until her junior year of high school before transferring to Idyllwild Arts Academy. During her time at KTB she performed in all of KTB’s annual productions including: Autumn Showcase, The Nutcracker, An Evening of Dance, and Spring Gala. She trained with wonderful teachers/choreographers including Jess Berto, Kimberly Stone, Elizabeth Schultz, and Zach Leighton, just to name a few. In 2016, she performed the role of Clara in The Nutcracker and in 2019, her final year with KTB, she was given the roles Dew Drop Fairy and Arabian Lead in the Nutcracker. In one of her final performances with KTB she was given a solo choreographed by Jess Berto, which was a bittersweet process to create and perform. In 2021 Emilee transferred to the dual curriculum performing arts high school, Idyllwild Arts Academy in Idyllwild, California for her junior and senior year. At Idyllwild she continued to nurture her passion for dance. She had the opportunity to work with many amazing choreographers/instructors including Ellen Rosa Taylor, Jonathan Sharp, Stephanie Gilliland, Patrick Frantz, and Leslie Stevens. Stephanie Gilliland created her favorite piece, “Buffalo.” Upon graduation from Idyllwild in 2022, Emilee moved back to Ketchikan, Alaska. Shortly after her return she reached out to Jess Berto about joining Andiamo. Emilee absolutely loves being a part of Andiamo. Getting to dance with former teachers and classmates has been a wonderful experience and has brought back so many fond memories. She is so excited and honored to create and work together these wonderful dancers on these beautiful pieces and is thankful for the opportunity. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5c09a20e85ede1565dc66ebd/fa6c9dd3-343c-4836-9ec5-fe4cb613c129/andiamo+dance+company+synergy+2026_jeanette+sweetman-41.jpg The Company - Make it stand out BELLA ROBERTS DANCER & CHOREOGRAPHER Bella Roberts is from Ketchikan, Alaska and has loved dance since the age of four. She trained at Ketchikan Theatre Ballet for 14 years in ballet, jazz, and tap. During her time there she was also a member of their Senior Company for 5 years which led to her having opportunities to travel to New York City several times to take classes at Broadway Dance Center, Peridance, and Steps on Broadway. She is currently studying at The University of Idaho for her Bachelor of Science in Dance and is expecting to graduate spring 2024. She was awarded A Dance Promise Scholarship in the spring of 2021, 2022, and 2023 for growth potential in coursework, studio practice, and academic achievement. She has had the opportunity to perform works by Aaron Wood, Kevin Jenkins, JazzAntiqua, and Cleo Parker Robinson Dance. During her time so far as a student she has also had the opportunity to choreograph works for the university's spring performance. Bella is currently working toward completing her BASI Pilates certification. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5c09a20e85ede1565dc66ebd/0f1b1231-7591-41d6-a6de-f7cbd813575e/andiamo+dance+company+synergy+2026_jeanette+sweetman-53.jpg The Company - Make it stand out PAIGE AVILA DANCER https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5c09a20e85ede1565dc66ebd/808a3f9a-dcac-44e9-92da-ddf657a6fed1/andiamo+dance+company+synergy+2026_jeanette+sweetman-57.jpg The Company BRAIDYN YOUNG DANCER https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5c09a20e85ede1565dc66ebd/449243e0-78f3-4d39-b325-2c1e71a8ca41/andiamo+2025+_+jeanette+sweetman+photography-201.jpg The Company SHAWNA SEIBEL DANCER Shawna has been a part of Ketchikan Theatre Ballet before she was even born, and began there officially when she was five. Partaking at some point in all of the styles KTB had to offer, she continued with ballet and jazz until her high school graduation in 2011. She attended University of Montana where she graduated with a degree in Elementary Education, as well as a Concentration in Dance in 2015. After joining and coming home from the Peace Corps, she started substitute teaching throughout the school district. She also taught six levels of ballet and the youngest jazz class for the 2018-2019 dance season at Ketchikan Theatre Ballet. She is now a full-time 5th grade teacher here in Ketchikan and is so happy to be a part of Andiamo for her 8th season. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5c09a20e85ede1565dc66ebd/6228b969-8b4b-4223-ab81-e57432c0c4f4/andiamo+2025+_+jeanette+sweetman+photography-224.jpg The Company - Make it stand out DEVYN SADER DANCER Devyn Sader was born and raised in Ketchikan. She danced as a student at Ketchikan Theatre Ballet from age 4 until she was 18, participating in ballet, pointe, and jazz. During her time in Senior Company at KTB, Devyn travelled to New York City twice. She took dance classes of many genres at Broadway Dance Center, Peridance, Steps on Broadway, and Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. In addition, Devyn was always eager to participate in any extra classes or intensives offered by KTB. She is currently attending Grand Canyon University and is majoring in Psychology and minoring in Dance. Devyn is so excited to be in her 6th season with Andiamo! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5c09a20e85ede1565dc66ebd/fd50886a-e753-401f-a0ac-e7696cc3dfba/Sophia+Murray_Headshot.jpg The Company - Make it stand out SOPHIA MURRAY DANCER Sophia Murray is from Dayton, OH and moved to Ketchikan in August following the steps of her long-term partner. Sophia began her dance journey at the age of 5 with the Ohio Performing Arts Institute (OPAI) taking ballet and jazz. From ages 10 to 17, Sophia danced with Dayton Ballet School (DBS) taking ballet, pointe, jazz, modern, and was a member of their junior company. While with DBS Sophia performed in annual productions of The Nutcracker, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, Spring Recital, and additional performances. Throughout high school and college, Sophia auditioned and was a dance member of her school's dance teams which focused on jazz, hip hop, and pom. Sophia had to take a brief pause from dance following the Covid-19 pandemic, but returned to her love of dance in 2022 by enrolling in advanced adult ballet classes with DBS and South Dayton School of Dance (SDSD). Upon moving to Ketchikan, Sophia was excited to learn about and engage in the art community. Sophia reached out to Jess Berto about joining Andiamo and has loved the creative space to refine her contemporary skills and learn from the Andiamo dance members. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5c09a20e85ede1565dc66ebd/8a3dd9e7-e537-4330-ac3e-91352f69976f/andiamo+2025+_+jeanette+sweetman+photography-213.jpg The Company - Make it stand out CLAIRE RHEIN DANCER Claire Rhein is a local Ketchikan girl and Alumni of Ketchikan Theatre Ballet. Being a 2023 graduate of University of Wyoming, Claire received a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance Performance. After being away for higher education, she is rediscovering the dance opportunities in her home town and grateful to perform in her first season with Andiamo. The privilege to work alongside Jess Berto is both humbling and exciting. https://www.andiamodancecompany.com/donate daily 0.75 2025-09-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5c09a20e85ede1565dc66ebd/806f1598-bc24-4daa-b46a-0f4531296698/andiamo+2025+_+jeanette+sweetman+photography-226.jpg DONATIONS https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5c09a20e85ede1565dc66ebd/a4eb6b1d-7e1c-447c-82ba-587aeb28dcff/IMG_1867.PNG DONATIONS - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5c09a20e85ede1565dc66ebd/a13427f4-9e41-4bac-b982-81c42859570d/Inn+at+Creek+Street.jpg DONATIONS - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.andiamodancecompany.com/donations2 daily 0.75 2019-05-20 https://www.andiamodancecompany.com/performances daily 0.75 2019-05-21 https://www.andiamodancecompany.com/past-performances daily 0.75 2024-02-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5c09a20e85ede1565dc66ebd/1618012218729-NPL55U9ROL1Z8O6N1FH2/Looking+In.jpg PAST PERFORMANCES https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5c09a20e85ede1565dc66ebd/946012ac-ee89-49b7-a4c7-0ef4a0f4b3d5/tempImageDMZ5Xi.jpg PAST PERFORMANCES - Make it stand out Andiamo performed for our second year in a row in the Kat Wildish Showcases in NYC. This year we performed two pieces, “Inflection” choreographed by guest choreographer, Kevin Jenkins and “Mother.Nature” choreographed by Director, Jess Berto. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5c09a20e85ede1565dc66ebd/7159870d-52a6-4c61-bb52-36be74cb09c3/IMG_1542.JPG PAST PERFORMANCES - Make it stand out In September of 2023, Andiamo had the immense privilege of performing four pieces in ‘Stories’ by Stomp the Stigma. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5c09a20e85ede1565dc66ebd/d7317eef-677c-4541-9ceb-3ed3d90c20e1/2023+Summer+Performance-3.jpg PAST PERFORMANCES - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5c09a20e85ede1565dc66ebd/cec7fe06-dc15-47c7-8844-43e8963c0685/logo1_150.jpg PAST PERFORMANCES - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5c09a20e85ede1565dc66ebd/56eecac6-9df7-43a0-bd06-db43741d88dc/IMG_5744+3.JPG PAST PERFORMANCES - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5c09a20e85ede1565dc66ebd/3cd787ca-ac3e-40fb-8a43-65fe76d0ea63/Reflections+Poster-2.png PAST PERFORMANCES - Make it stand out “REFLECTIONS” will feature choreography from Jess Berto and Elizabeth Schultz, as well as a special guest performance by José Limon Associate Program Director, Kathryn Alter. She teaches the Limón Company, students of the Limón Institute, and is an adjunct professor at Hunter College. Nationally and internationally she leads Limón workshops and reconstructs the works of José Limón. We are so lucky to have Kathryn joining us with a solo from the José Limon repertoire. We are also thrilled to have several current Ketchikan Theatre Ballet students joining us for an impactful, though-provoking piece choreographed by Elizabeth Schultz. This one night only performance will be held at the Kayhi Auditorium on Friday, June 24th, 2022 at 7:00pm. REFLECTION (noun) 1. The throwing back by a body or surface of light, heat, or sound without absorbing it 1.2 An image seen in a mirror or shiny surface 2. Serious thought or consideration https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5c09a20e85ede1565dc66ebd/1618011970923-SWPR8OHQGCZ7641YDCMQ/Website+Version+2.jpg PAST PERFORMANCES https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5c09a20e85ede1565dc66ebd/1613502793435-93IPWH1MC61AXLN59V7C/Choreofest.jpg PAST PERFORMANCES Andiamo performed virtually in collaboration with Hughes & Vecchione Dance Projects in an effort to keep creating art and sharing dance with our community during Covid. 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We’d also like to thank everyone who attended our 2025 Aperitifs event, as all funds raised this year will go toward working with several guest choreographers and artists over the next year. All of which will also be showcased in our 2026 Summer Performance. We appreciate all of you and your support beyond belief!!! https://www.andiamodancecompany.com/about-intro-mojave daily 0.75 2021-05-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56e049e08a65e26059119cd5/1460489042652-1Y6DERCYU4NPNC9UJSTP/EmptyName-48.jpg About Intro https://www.andiamodancecompany.com/subscribe daily 0.75 2024-06-10 https://www.andiamodancecompany.com/2025-season daily 0.75 2025-06-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5c09a20e85ede1565dc66ebd/8912f901-6a61-4471-a6d2-c904b4dee660/andiamo+2025+_+jeanette+sweetman+photography-181.jpg 2025 SEASON https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5c09a20e85ede1565dc66ebd/a1ae4633-a3ca-4167-acfa-aa8104d75d99/Transparent+First+Bank+Logo.png 2025 SEASON - Make it stand out This performance is sponsored in part by First Bank of Alaska. We appreciate your support beyond belief!