Atlanta Ballet
Kelly Tonina Cooper has a diverse professional background in the arts and entertainment industry, serving in various roles such as Centre Administrative Director, Centre Admissions Director, and Centre Accounting Manager at Atlanta Ballet. In addition, Kelly Tonina works as a screenwriter for film and TV under the company Tonina Kelly. With a Bachelor's degree in Advertising from the University of Florida and Master's degrees in Nonprofit Management and Non-profit Administration, Kelly is currently pursuing a Doctor of Arts degree from the University of Kentucky College of Fine Arts. Kelly Tonina has also previously worked as a Production Coordinator and Project Manager at Realview TV.
Atlanta Ballet
Founded in 1929, Atlanta Ballet is one of the premier dance companies in the country and the official state Ballet of Georgia. Atlanta Ballet's eclectic repertoire spans ballet history, highlighted by beloved classics and inventive originals. Under the Direction of Artistic Director Gennadi Nedvigin, Atlanta Ballet continues its commitment to share and educate audiences on the empowering joy of dance. In 1996, Atlanta Ballet opened the Centre for Dance Education and is dedicated to nurturing young dancers while providing an outlet for adults to express their creativity. The Centre serves over 150,000 people in metro Atlanta each year. Atlanta Ballet's roots remain firmly grounded in the Atlanta community and continue to play a vital role in the city's cultural growth and revitalization.