Richmond Ballet
The State Ballet of Virginia
Amy Hruska
MINDS IN MOTION MUSICIAN
Amy Hruska has taught music and performed in the Richmond Community for 38 years. In her retirement, she enjoys playing piano for Minds In Motion, directing the Children’s Choir at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, directing the community a cappella ensemble, Impromptu, and adjudicating choral groups at District events throughout Virginia. Amy received her Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance from the North Carolina School of the Arts and East Carolina University. She received her Masters in Music Education from Virginia Commonwealth University and a Masters in Liberal Arts from University of Richmond.
What is your favorite aspect of working at Richmond Ballet?
I have so much respect for the faculty at SRB and love to watch them teach all ages.
What is your favorite aspect of living in Richmond?
The arts scene and opportunities.
What hobbies or activities do you enjoy doing outside of work?
Flute, ukulele, family and friends.
Minds In Motion TEAM
The Minds In Motion Team at Richmond Ballet is made up of professional teaching artists and musicians who bring their love, passion and experience of dance to each of their students. They embody the organization’s belief that dance has the unique power to uplift our lives and bring communities together.
Katherine Smothers
MINDS IN MOTION ARTISTIC ASSOCIATE AND TEACHING ARTIST
Alana Stokes
Minds In Motion & Community Programs Administrator
Danaë Carter
Minds In Motion Teaching Artist & Ambassador Program Administrator
DeShon Rollins
Minds In Motion Teaching Artist
Joe Lubman
MINDS IN MOTION MUSICIAN
Rachel Shimkus
MINDS IN MOTION MUSICIAN
