Sayaka Usui
PORTFOLIO
Professional Ballet Dancer
About Me
Hello,
I’m Sayaka
I embrace both the timeless elegance of classical ballet and the
boundless creativity of contemporary dance. While my nature is
thoughtful and calm, stepping into the studio or onto the stage ignites
a deep passion within me. Dance is where I find pure joy, from the
quiet discipline of training to the vibrant energy of performance. In
classical ballet, I honor its universal beauty and precision, and in
contemporary dance, I revel in the freedom to infuse every movement
with life and meaning. For me, dance is not just an art form—it’s an
ever-evolving journey that connects me to others and allows me to
express the stories words cannot.
Experience
State Opera Ruse
BULGARIA present
Worked under choreographers
such as Nataliya Osipova.
Performed in main roles, including the Doll and Spanish Dance in The Nutcracker,Featured in productions like Carmen, Flame, and Giselle
Participated in tours and performances throughout Europe, contributing to the company’s international presence.
Atlantic City Ballet
U.S.A 2023
Asayama Natsumi Ballet
JAPAN 2020 - 2023
Performed leading roles in productions such as La Sylphide, Don Quixote, and The Nutcracker.
Kyoto Ballet Company
JAPAN 2015 - 2020
Worked under choreographers such as Fabrice Bourgeois (Paris Opera) Performed in works such as Paquita, La Bayadère, and Don Quixote.
Trained in Giselle variations and ballet technique under the guidance of Paris Opera Étoiles Michaël Denard and Karl Paquette.
EDUCATION
Académie de Ballet de Kyoto
2020-2015
Sayaka Usui received foundational training under Eriko Arima and Masako Fujikawa at the Kyoto Ballet Academy.
She also benefited from guest lectures by Eric Camillo and Francesca Zumbo of the Paris Opera Ballet, gaining insights into French ballet traditions.
rained in Giselle variations and ballet technique under the guidance of Paris Opera Étoiles Michaël Denard and Karl Paquette.
Additional Training
Paris 2022
Paris Opera Ballet: Gil Isoart, Elisabeth Platel, Clairemarie Osta,Claude De Vulpian. Béjart Ballet: Dominique Genevois. These educational experiences have been instrumental in shaping my development as a dancer, equipping me with a diverse skill set and a profound appreciation for the art of ballet.
Skills
-Living in Movement-
I strive to bring each performance to life, whether through embodying a character’s spirit in classical ballet with precise technique and deep musicality, or through dynamic, flowing movements in contemporary dance. For me, every moment on stage is an opportunity to connect with the audience, sharing the beauty, emotion, and energy that define my passion for dance.
Ballet
⎼ Classical ballet
⎼ Neoclassical ballet
⎼ Contemporary dance
⎼ Character dance
Language
⎼ English
⎼ Japanese
I was
created
to dance
PERFORMANCE
highlight
The Nutcracker
the Doll and Spanish Dance
La Sylphide
The Sylph
Don Quixote
Ktr And Dulcinea
GALLERY
These are some of my favorite stage photos.
They remind me of the beauty and energy of
being on stage
During the COVID-19 pandemic, I had to focus on home training. One funny memory from that time is my dog always stealing my yoga mat! As soon as I rolled it out, he’d lie down on it, turning every practice into a playful little game.
