Masterclasses | French-American Ballet Theatre

MASTER FACULTY

Throughout the year, French-American Ballet Theatre offers students the opportunity to train with an exceptional faculty of dedicated year-round teachers, alongside internationally renowned guest artists and educators.

Together, they bring a wealth of artistic excellence and professional experience, enriching the training of our students and the greater Westchester performing arts community through masterclasses, workshops, and special coaching sessions.

ANNA LICEICA

INTERNATIONAL MASTER TEACHER

FORMER SOLOIST AMERICAN BALLET THEATRE,

NYCB

"From the very first class, the quality of training is unmistakable. Every student demonstrates discipline, intelligence, and a genuine commitment to excellence. It is rare to witness such consistency of technique, artistry, and attention to detail throughout an entire school. French-American Ballet Theatre has created a culture where excellence is expected, nurtured, and achieved. The results speak for themselves. Bravo to every student, and to Director ML.Fichaux for inspiring such exceptional work."

RICHARD VILLAVERDE

MARTHA GRAHAM DANCE COMPANY PRINCIPAL

"It is an honor to work with French-American Ballet Theatre and to see how positively the director ML.Fichaux affectes the students! FABT Gala is each year a true success and has such a great turn out. Grateful for the opportunity to teach, perform my work and looking forward to more with FABT!"

YURIKO KAJIYA

HOUSTON BALLET PRINCIPAL DANCER

"It is a pleasure to teach for French-American Ballet Theatre! The students are focused, eager to learn and it is impressive with how fast they can apply each correction! Their director ML.Fichaux's love and passion for students is wonderful and she is guiding them with high quality training!"

SEAN STEWART

INTERNATIONAL PRINCIPAL DANCER

AMERICAN BALLET THEATRE BALLET MASTER

"What a joy to teach the students of FABT! They have an excellent work ethic, a commitment to their craft and a hunger for knowledge. Their focus is evident. Marie Lorene Fichaux is dedicated to providing the best training possible to these dancers and I look forward to seeing them and working with them again!"

PATRICIA DOKOUDOVSKY

PRIMA BALLERINA

ETOILE METROPOLITAN OPERA BALLET

"French-American Ballet Theatre is the place to learn! All students are very well-trained and disciplined. Their director Marie Fichaux teaches in the lineage of the great classical ballet tradition while elevating the daily training to nowadays highest standards. She fosters each student's love for dance to blossom and it shows."

MICHAEL CUSUMANO

INTERNATIONAL PRINCIPAL DANCER

"French-American Ballet Theatre provides excellent training in a safe, professional environment. I am so impressed with the high skill level of the students and their incredible discipline. The founder ML.Fichaux has created an atmosphere that allows the students to evolve and grow not only as dancers but people. I love teaching at FABT and highly recommend the school for anyone who is looking to dance professionally or take dance for the pure joy of it!"

CHARLOTTE LANDREAU

MARTHA GRAHAM DANCE COMPANY PRINCIPAL

FORMER OLYMPIC GYMNAST

"It is an absolute pleasure to teach masterclasses for the French-American Ballet Theatre. I have rarely seen more interested students, eager to learn and to try a new technique. I can see so much potential.

What a treat it is to teach such talented dancers

and future stars!!"

ANTONIO FINI

INTERNATIONAL PRINCIPAL DANCER

JUDGE "DANCING WITH THE STARS" (ITALY)

TV FIGURE

"What a pleasure to work with the superb students of FABT. The dancers follow with exceptional energy. It is heartwarming! Their dedication & determination will lead to greatness especially under the coaching of Marie Fichaux. Congratulations to her on her fine direction and to all the beautiful dancers."

JULIE GRANGER

INTERNATIONAL GUEST ARTIST

STAR OF "THE MUSE" EQUINOX

TOP MODEL FOR REPETTO & BLOCH DANCE

"The students of FABT are an absolute delight to work with. Their dedication, hard work, and the quality of their training shows in every step. The students are trained in the pure excellence of the classical tradition, and It is rare to witness such homogeneity in the level of attention and skills. A big bravo to all the students and to their dedicated director ML.Fichaux for the quality of their work!"