The Fresno Dance Repertory Association is pleased to announce the establishment of our professional company! What began last season with the hiring of Maggie La Baugh as our first professional dancer has now grown to a complement of four, vibrant, young men and women who promise to bring a new dimension and versatility to our repertoire.

With the formation of this professional company, our organization’s budget has increased significantly. We are actively seeking individual and corporate contributions, in addition to our membership drive, which will be earmarked specifically for the operation of the professional company.

Maggie La Baugh began her ballet training with the New Bedford Ballet and completed her studies with Severance Fresno Ballet School. Before joining Fresno Ballet, Maggie danced professionally with Colorado Ballet in Denver. She has had numerous roles created for her with the Fresno Ballet including her title role in last year’s favorite, The Firebird.

Sean Tomerlin is a Fresno native, and a product of Severance Fresno Ballet School. He has performed numerous roles with the Fresno Ballet in previous seasons, including Katschei in The Firebird. We are happy to officially welcome him as a full company member.

Shaun Harrison received his training with the Australian Ballet School in Melbourne, Australia. He performed and toured with the Australian Ballet's Dancer's Company. He also spent one season with the State Theatre Ballet Company in Pretoria, South Africa under the direction of Bruce Simpson.

Lara Seefeldt received her training on full scholarship with Pacific Northwest Ballet School's professional division in Seattle, Washington, where she trained under the direction of Francia Russell and Kent Stowell. Lara also performed with PNB’s company in Nutcracker and A Midsummer Night’s Dream.