Izabella Tokev, born in Las Vegas, NV, began her dance training at a local studio at an early age. At 17, she moved to Perm, Russia, to continue her professional ballet education at the Perm State Choreographic College. In August 2016, Izabella joined Richmond Ballet’s second company. Three years later, she was promoted to the main company. Throughout her career with Richmond Ballet, she has had the opportunity to work with acclaimed choreographers including Val Caniparoli, Nicolo Fonte, Price Suddarth, Ma Cong, Jorma Elo, and many others. She has also had the privilege of performing featured roles in ballets such as Carmina Burana by John Butler; Three Preludes, Dracula, and Cinderella by Ben Stevenson; Slice to Sharp by Jorma Elo; Serenade by George Balanchine; and After the Rain by Christopher Wheeldon. Izabella is thrilled to begin her eleventh season with Richmond Ballet and looks forward to the exciting artistic opportunities and experiences the season will bring.