Colton Heath is a student at Texas Online Preparatory School where he is a member of the Honor Society. He won several awards in Dance Open America competitions in Miami, and Youth America Grand Prix competitions in Houston and Tampa over the last several years, including a 1st place classical solo in 2023. Colton has attended the Bolshoi Ballet intensive in New York, the Paris Opera Ballet Program in Paris France, and 6 summers at the Feijóo Ballet School intensives, in addition to his year-round training at Feijóo Ballet School. He has been offered several scholarships for summer and year-round programs from the competitions. Colton has participated in numerous BAHBT productions over the last 7 years and looks forward to participating in his 5th season as a company member. Colton is grateful to his instructors throughout his training.

Dulcianna is excited to be in her 5th season with BAHBT. She is a 10th grader and trains at Feijóo Ballet School. She has performed in many productions with BAHBT since 2014. Dulcianna placed Top 12 at the Regional YAGP (2019, 2021) and 3rd place pas de deux (2023). She has attended summer intensives at Ellison Ballet, Master Ballet Academy, RAFA, Miami City Ballet School, and Feijóo Ballet School. Dulcianna is honored to be a Lynette Mason Gregg scholarship recipient. She is grateful for all her teachers, past and present, including Lorena Feijóo, Lorna Feijóo, Nelson Madrigal, Natalie Zundel, Kathryn Morgan, Melissa Ludwig, Angela Hendrickson, and many more. Dulcianna would like to thank her teachers, friends, and family for all their love and support.

Sophia is honored to be in her 6th season as a BAHBT company member. She began her ballet training at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts at the age of 7. Since 2016, she has trained with Feijóo Ballet School under the direction of Lorna Feijóo, Lorena Feijóo, and Nelson Madrigal. Since joining BAHBT in 2018, Sophia has performed in many of BAHBT’s productions. She has competed in YAGP, as well as Dance Open America, winning various awards in classical solo, classical pas de deux and contemporary. She enjoys summer intensive training with Feijóo Ballet School each year and was given the incredible opportunity this past summer to travel to France and participate in summer training at the Opera National de Paris. Sophia is grateful to have been the recipient of the Lynette Mason Gregg Scholarship for 2021 and is thankful for the endless support of her loving teachers, family and friends.

Piper is honored to be performing as a Principal dancer in her 6th year as a company member. She trains full-time in the pre-professional program at Feijóo Ballet School. Piper has been dancing since she was 3, finding her heart and passion in ballet. She has performed in many BAHBT productions over the years and is in her 12th season of The Nutcracker. She placed Top 12 at Regional YAGP (2023), and first place in Contemporary Duo (2023), and 2nd place Contemporary Solo (2023) at DOA. Piper has attended intensives at FBS, Master Ballet Academy, Nashville Ballet, and Next Generation Ballet. She was honored to be one of the 2023 LMG Scholarship recipients, and is the BAHBT Social Committee President. She is a senior at Clear Springs, where she is an AP Stem and Art student, and a member of multiple honor societies. Piper is honored to train under Lorna Feijóo, Lorena Feijóo, Nelson Madrigal, Lídice Núñez, and Natalie Zundel, and will forever be grateful for their love and guidance.

Ella is a Junior at iUniversity Prep, a public online magnet school in Texas. At the age of 3, Ella began her exciting journey of dance, immersing herself into various styles such as classical ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, musical theater, and contemporary. In 2016, after participating in a summer intensive at Feijóo Ballet School, Ella joined the school full-time. Under the esteemed guidance of Lorna Feijóo, Lorena Feijóo, Nelson Madrigal, and Natalie Zundel, she joined the pre-professional program. The subsequent year she marked her apprenticeship with BAHBT. Presently, in her 5th season with BAHBT, Ella has achieved the remarkable position of Principal dancer. Grateful for the countless performance opportunities bestowed upon her, she holds an immense appreciation for the support and nurturing provided by her instructors, who have played an instrumental role in shaping her into the dancer she is today.

Ellery is honored to be in her 2nd season as a company member. She trains at Feijóo Ballet School under Lorna Feijóo, Lorena Feijóo, and Nelson Madrigal. She has spent her summers training with Houston Ballet, Ballet West, Pacific Northwest Ballet, John Cranko Schule in Germany, and American Ballet Theatre in New York City. Ellery placed top 12 at YAGP Houston in 2021 and 2022 and attended ADC/IBC finals as a soloist in 2022. This year she placed 3rd in the classical division at Dance Open America finals in Miami, Florida. She is a junior at iUniversity Prep and a member of the National Honor Society. Ellery is grateful to get to do what she loves every day, and her brother with special needs gives her the inspiration to never give up. She is thankful to her teachers, past and present, and BAHBT for providing amazing opportunities. She also thanks her family for their endless love and support.

Sydnie is honored to be in her 4th year as a BAHBT company member. Sydnie is a 10th grade homeschool student and going into her 5th year of training at Feijóo Ballet School. She began dancing at the age of 3 at Kirkwood Dance Studio. She has previously performed in BAHBT productions of Swan Lake, Willy Wonka, Coppélia, Giselle, An American in Paris, several mixed repertoires, and 7 seasons of The Nutcracker. She has also enjoyed performing in FBS's Black Box on Broadway, and Shrek Jr. She would like to thank all her instructors including Lorna Feijóo, Lorena Feijóo, Nelson Madrigal, Natalie Zundel, Laura Massague, and Didem Saglam for all of the love and encouragement they have given and continue to give her.

Sierra is excited to begin her 4th year as a BAHBT company member. She started dancing at the age of 5. She has performed in The Nutcracker, Dracula, Art in the Heart, Coppélia, Giselle, and Next Giant Leap. Sierra also has participated in Black Box on Broadway's Beauty and the Beast, and A Musical Review. Sierra trains at Feijóo Ballet School under the direction of Lorna Feijóo, Lorena Feijóo, Nelson Madrigal, Natalie Zundel, Alexis Zanety and Lídice Núñez. She had the honor of attending Dance Open America this year in Miami Florida where she placed in the top 20. Sierra is active with her church and helps in the children's ministries.

Sophia is delighted to begin her 3rd season as a BAHBT company member. A 9th grader at Texas Virtual Academy, Sophia began taking ballet classes at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts when she was 3. She transitioned to Feijóo Ballet School when she was 8, where she continues to grow as a dancer and trains under the exceptional direction of Lorna Feijóo, Lorena Feijóo, Nelson Madrigal, and Natalie Zundel. Sophia has enjoyed performing in these BAHBT productions including Giselle, Coppélia, A Night in Paris, Let’s Glow Crazy, Art From The Heart, 9 seasons of The Nutcracker, and others. Sophia is grateful for the love and support of her family and friends, and thanks her teachers for the opportunity and ability to develop as a dancer.

Hannah is excited to be in her 2nd season as a company member. Hannah is training at Feijóo Ballet School under the direction of Lorna Feijóo, Lorena Feijóo, and Nelson Madrigal. She started dancing at the age of 3 with the Ruidoso Academy of Ballet and has danced under Ballet Masters Yespari Miller and Deborah Rogers. Hannah has been taught by Nicole Dean, Alina Ibarguren, Dalirys Valladares, Lorena Carrion, Karime Aguilera, Alan Ramirez, Alberto Terrero, Kathryn Paulos, and Regan Forster. Hannah loves the Lord and her ballet family!

Emma fell in love with ballet after Lorna and Lorena Feijóo’s appearance on Sesame Street. Emma’s dance dreams began 11 years ago at RAFA under the tutelage of Natalie Zundel. Presently, Emma continues at Feijóo Ballet School with the Feijóo sisters and Nelson Madrigal. Emma received scholarships for Lauren Anderson Master Class Series 2021, 2022, and 2023, at Edison Arts Foundation, and was invited to attend The Rock School of Ballet summer intensive after inaugural performance at YAGP 2023. Performing La Sylphide, Coppélia, Giselle, An American in Paris, 8 seasons of The Nutcracker, and school productions of Snow White and Cinderella, Emma eagerly anticipates her return as a BAHBT company member.

Sophie, a 9th grader at Lutheran South Academy, is excited for her 3rd season with BAHBT. She started dancing at age 4 at RAFA, and currently dances at Feijóo Ballet School under the excellent tutelage of Lorna Feijóo, Lorena Feijóo, Nelson Madrigal, and Natalie Zundel. She has been honored to perform in numerous BAHBT performances, and this will be her 9th season of The Nutcracker. She was excited to participate in Youth America Grand Prix and placed in the Top 20 at Dance Open America for her age category. She is grateful for the training, knowledge and guidance from her teachers and support of her parents and grandparents.

Zane is a 10th grader at La Porte High School and began his dance journey training at Feijóo Ballet School in 2019. Past BAHBT performances include The Nutcracker as Nutcracker Prince, Coppélia, Let's Glow Crazy, & Willy Wonka:The Musical. He has also enjoyed performing for other companies, for PMT Productions’; Xanadu, as Danny, and You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown, as Woodstock, and for San Jacinto College; Shrek the Musical, as Puss in Boots. Zane would also like to thank all of his dance instructors, especially Mr. Nelson Madrigal, for challenging him and pushing him to become a better dancer. He would also like to thank his family for their loving support in all his ventures.

Raleigh is thrilled to return for her 3rd season as a BAHBT company member. She is a homeschooled student. Raleigh has performed in BAHBT’s The Nutcracker, The Show Must Go On, Coppélia, Giselle, Let’s Glow Crazy, and Next Giant Leap. Raleigh began her dancing career at the age of 2. She came to Feijóo Ballet School at age 7. Raleigh is very excited that she gets so many amazing opportunities every day. Raleigh is proud to have performed the role of Clara in The Nutcracker in 2021. Raleigh has been able to work with amazing choreographers including Alexis Zanety, Lídice Núñez, Nelson Madrigal, Lorena Feijóo, Lorna Feijóo, and Natalie Zundel.

Isabella is honored to be in her 3rd year, as a BAHBT company member. At age 14, she is a freshman honor student attending iUniversity Prep.  She has been dancing since the age of 3. Isabella trains full time at Feijóo Ballet School with Lorna Feijóo, Lorena Feijóo, Nelson Madrigal, Lídice Núñez, Natalie Zundel, and Alexis Zanety. She performed in the 2023 YAGP and DOA, both as a soloist in ballet, contemporary, and ensemble. Isabella is blessed and grateful, giving thanks to God, and humbled by the unconditional love and support from her teachers, family, and friends.

Caroline is excited to begin her 2nd year as a BAHBT company member. Caroline is a freshman at Bay Area Homeschool Academy. She began her dance training at the age of 7 in all genres. For the past year, she has trained at Feijóo Ballet School under the direction of Lorna Feijóo, Lorena Feijóo, Nelson Madrigal, Alexis Zanety, and Natalie Zundel. She has performed in BAHBT’s previous productions of Giselle, The Nutcracker, and A Night in Paris. She is also an active member of the National Charity League. Caroline would like to thank her teachers, friends, and family for all their love and support.

Kathryn, a homeschooled freshman, is excited for her 2nd season as a BAHBT company member. Kate began dancing at the age of 4, and has received training from RAFA, Munro Ballet Studios, and Feijóo Ballet School. She is looking forward to her 10th season of The Nutcracker. She has also performed in many productions with BAHBT, FBS, and Corpus Christi Ballet with favorites including La Sylphide, Annie Jr., Black Box on Broadway, Beauty and the Beast, Sleeping Beauty and Giselle. In her spare time, Kate enjoys singing, creating art, and spending time with her pets, family, and friends. She would like to thank her family, instructors, and BAHBT for their support.

Karsyn is excited for her first season as a BAHBT company member. She is currently a student at Feijóo Ballet School under the direction of Lorena Feijóo, Lorna Feijóo, and Nelson Madrigal. Karsyn has also studied at Bayou City Ballet directed by Alex Pandiscio and Houston Ballet Academy. She has spent her summers training at the School of American Ballet, Texas Ballet Theater, Houston Ballet and Ballet Austin. She would like to thank her family, current and past instructors, as well as BAHBT for all of their support!

Jillian is ecstatic to be joining BAHBT for her first season! She has been dancing for 16 years at multiple studios in the greater Houston area and was previously a 3-year company member at Juxtapose Arts Collective. She has attended Oklahoma City Ballet, and Orlando Ballet’s summer intensives. Jillian was chosen by Regional Dance America as an emerging choreographer, and was invited to perform her piece at the festival.  As well as dance, Jillian also enjoys performing in musical theatre shows including BAHBT’s An American in Paris, Beauty and the Beast (Belle), Frozen Jr. (Elsa), and R&H’s Cinderella (Cinderella). To God be the glory!

Hannah is a student at Texas Online Preparatory School. In addition to her ballet, contemporary, and tap training over the last 10 years, she also studied piano for 7 years and recently began studying flute. Hannah was accepted to the Bolshoi Ballet Intensive in 2020, attended the Paris Opera Ballet Program in Paris France in 2023, and has attended 4 years at the Feijóo Ballet School intensive, in addition to her year-round training at Feijóo Ballet School. Hannah has participated in numerous BAHBT productions over the last 7 years and looks forward to participating in her 1st season as a company member. Hannah is grateful to her instructors throughout her training.

Lucia was born in Boston and raised in Houston. She began dancing at the age of 2, at Boston Ballet. In 2016, she began her classical training at Feijóo Ballet School, under the direction of Lorna Feijóo, Lorena Feijóo, Nelson Madrigal, and Natalie Zundel, and discovered a true love for dance. She danced with the Feijóo Ballet School Madrigals for 5 years, performing in community events, and BAHBT productions. Lucia is delighted to begin her 7th season performing with BAHBT and her first as a company member. Some of her performances include Giselle, La Sylphide, Coppélia and 6 seasons of The Nutcracker. She is grateful to her teachers, family, and friends for their love, inspiration, and support.

Evelyn, a 7th grader at Lutheran South Academy, is grateful for her 1st season as a BAHBT Company member. Evelyn began dancing at age 3 and has spent the last 7 years training at Feijóo Ballet School under the direction of Lorna Feijóo, Lorena Feijóo, Natalie Zundel, and Nelson Madrigal. Evelyn has performed in various BAHBT and FBS productions, including 7 seasons of The Nutcracker. She is grateful to her teachers for the technical training they provide, as well as the opportunity to develop her work ethic, passion, and self-confidence. She would also like to thank her family, friends, and God for their loving support.

Nina started ballet at age 4, and has attended schools like Centro de Formación y Promoción de Danza Clásica Isaac y Esteban Hernández, Academia de Danza Doris Topete and En Pro del Talento Veracruzano (PROVER). She has competed in Développé, Attitude, Cancún Ballet Fest and YAGP Mexico. Additionally, she has taken classes with Adria Velázquez, Claudio Muñoz and Ramona de Saá. She has participated in works such as The Nutcracker (with the Jalisco Ballet), La Fille Mal Gardée, and Graduation Ball.

Valeria is an 8th grader at Brookside Intermediate School and is excited to begin her 1st season as a BAHBT company member. Valeria started dancing at Feijóo Ballet School at the age of 7, and currently studies ballet, contemporary, and tap under the direction of Lorena Feijóo, Nelson Madrigal, Natalie Zundel and Lorna Feijóo. Valeria has performed in BABHT’s Giselle, The Nutcracker and A Night in Paris. If she isn’t dancing, she can be found reading. She also has a passion for music and is a cellist for the Brookside Chamber Orchestra. Valeria would like to thank her family, friends, and teachers for all their love and support.

Isabella is a sophomore at Tompkins High school and is thrilled to perform in her 1st year with BAHBT. She joined Feijóo Ballet School over 2 years ago, and previously trained in gymnastics at Fun and Fitness Gymnastics under the curriculum of Kellie and Hideo Mizoguchi for 2 years. She has performed in previous seasons of BAHBT’s, The Nutcracker, as the role of Party Girl and then in the role of Clara last season. She is very appreciative of her parents, as well as the direction of Lorna Feijóo, Lorena Feijóo, and Nelson Madrigal, and is grateful for her friends’ and family’s support in her passion for dance.

Valencia is honored to begin her 1st season as a BAHBT company member. Valencia is an 8th grader at Bayside Intermediate and is a Feijóo Ballet School student. Classical ballet is her favorite dance genre and she performed last season with the FBS Madrigals. Her most treasured experience was performing in The Nutcracker for the first time. Valencia is a BIS Cheerleader, BIS Golf Team Member, BIS Chamber Orchestra Cellist, NJHS Member, dual language student, and serves her community as a Girl Scout, and St. Mary of the Expectation Catechism Aide. She is grateful to GOD, her teachers, family, and friends for their continuous encouragement, love, and support.

Aubrie is thrilled to be embarking on her 3rd year with BAHBT. She is a 9th grader and member of the Cavalier dance team at Clear Creek High School. She has been mesmerized by dance since the age of 2. Over the last 11 years, she has had the privilege of training at the RAFA and Feijóo Ballet School. She has performed in The Nutcracker, Coppélia, An American in Paris, Let’s Glow Crazy, Next Giant Leap, Parisian Nights, A Night in Paris, Giselle, and La Sylphide. She eats, breathes, and lives to dance. Aubrie would like to thank her family, friends, and instructors for supporting her ambitions and aspirations.

Skyler is a junior studying psychology at the University of Houston and is beginning her 5th season as a BAHBT company member. She has spent several years working under the extraordinary guidance of Lorna Feijóo, Lorena Feijóo, Nelson Madrigal, and Natalie Zundel. She now continues her training at several dance studios in Houston. Skyler looks forward to the beautiful challenges and future memories that lie ahead of her.

Lauren is a Clear Lake High School sophomore and Flair, is in her 5th season with BAHBT. She has performed in various BAHBT and Feijóo Ballet School productions, including 7 seasons of The Nutcracker. Lauren received 1st place solo in several 2023 Crowd Pleasers and Ascension competitions as well as placing top 24 in the 2022 YAGP Houston semifinals junior classical division. Lauren would like to thank all her incredible teachers and family for their endless support.

Olivia is a 12th grader at Clear Creek High School, the Cavalier Captain, and is blessed to perform her 5th year with BAHBT, and train at Feijóo Ballet School. She has 14 years of experience in performing in all genres of dance. She is fortunate to have trained under Lorna and Lorena Feijóo, Nelson Madrigal, Natalie Zundel, Lanette Cook, Terrill Mitchell, Molly Waldner, Shelby Nunn, Elijah Gibson, Lorena Grimes, Lenorris Arnold and Libby Koepke.