PARC is pleased to offer an exciting, by-invitation-only scholarship opportunity to our Rising Stars. Rising Star students were chosen for this opportunity based on attendance, attentiveness, ability to apply corrections, preparedness, and talent. The June workshop will feature Master Classes with the revered Catherine Horta-Hayden. Ms. Horta-Hayden will teach ballet technique classes, core training, Pointe preparation / Pointe class, and choreographic studies.

	Catherine Horta-Hayden Ms. Horta-Hayden has extensive training in performing, teaching dance and coordinating international, culturally diverse programs for children and adults. She is a Professor of Dance in Towson University’s Department of Dance. She holds a Master of Arts degree in Fine Arts from Florida State University and a BA in Dance Performance, from Florida International University.

Ms. Horta-Hayden also served as the Artistic Director of the Towson University Dance Company from 2000-2007, coordinating residencies by renowned International Artists. In addition, she served as Assistant Provost for Academic Affairs at Towson University from 2007-2010, working alongside the Provost’s and President’s Office on institutional initiatives.