GIGI ROBINSON

As a contemporary ballet dancer, I strive to blend dynamic movement with a profound understanding of musicality, exploring diverse styles to enrich my artistry. I am dedicated to aiding in fostering a culture of growth and collaboration, where dance becomes a platform for intellectual exploration and community building, inviting all to participate in the dialogue of movement.

Gigi Robinson is known for her dynamic presence, effortless ballon and consistent work ethic.

Raised in upstate New York, Robinson began her training at the pre-professional school of the Albany Berkshire Ballet under the direction of Madeline Cantarella Culpo. In association with the school, she was given the opportunity to perform with the Albany Berkshire Ballet’s professional company, touring in The Nutcracker with corps de ballet and demi soloist roles, as well as A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Jacob’s Pillow’s Inside Out performance. Gigi spent her summers studying with the Boston Ballet, New York State Summer School of the Arts, Alvin Ailey, Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet, Ballet Austin and Pittsburgh Ballet Theater before attending the prestigious Point Park University’s Conservatory of Dance.

As a scholarship student, Robinson is a part of the honors college, receiving her BFA in dance with a concentration in ballet. She recently received the Loti G. Falk scholarship award for her academic and performance excellence as well.  She has received her versatile training from numerous professors such as Susan Stowe, Jae man Joo, Norbert de la Cruz, Daniel Karasik, Julia Erickson, Marc Spaulding, Jesse Factor and Rocker Veristique. Within the Conservatory, Robinson has had the honor of performing soloist and featured roles in works by Dan Karasik, Yoshiaki Nakano, Jimmy Gamonet, Paquita staged by Susan Stowe and George Balachine’s Who Cares? staged by Jerri Kumery. She has also performed in works by Jay Kirk, Annabelle Lopez Ochoa, Lei Wai Choi, Julia Erickson and George Balanchine’s Serenade staged by Jerri Kumery.