Robert Stanley
Robert has been passionate about dancing since he was four
years old. His passion and enthusiasm was infectious, leading
the way for his family to become dancers and teachers in his
hometown of Waldorf, Maryland. In addition to his
preprofessional training at The Studio Cooperative, Robert
trained in the summers at Kirov Academy of Dance, Cincinnati
Ballet, Burklyn Ballet Theatre, and Orlando Ballet. His notable
teachers include Mdme. Gabriella Darvash, Momchil Mladenov,
Sabir Yapparov, Sarah Knight, and Catherine Batcheller.
Robert performed with New York State Ballet in Rochester, NY
where he had the opportunity to perform both classical and neo-
classical works. His repertoire includes soloist roles in Dracula,
Alice in Wonderland, The Nutcracker, Carmina Burana, Romeo
and Juliet, Carmen, and The Snow Queen. In 2019 Robert made
the move to Florida and joined United Ballet Theatre as a trainee
and then apprentice. He danced in original works like Jukebox
Swing, and Timeless, as well as many roles in traditional ballets
like The Nutcracker. Robert dances with an innate sense of style
that infuses his characters with authenticity.
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In 2023 Robert joined Azara Ballet, where he has the privilege to
perform in meaningful contemporary work. Robert is excited to
continue as a company dancer for his third season!