Orlando Ballet
Jazlyn R. is a multifaceted professional with a diverse background in creative arts, dance instruction, and business leadership. As the Founder of Jazzmake LLC since December 2022, Jazlyn focuses on creative direction and business storytelling. Currently serving as a Teaching Artist with Orlando Ballet, responsibilities include teaching dance to students in grades 1-12 and designing engaging arts programs. Jazlyn has experience as a Commercial Model for various high-profile brands and previously held the role of Creative Arts Director at Vertical Church, managing extensive administrative tasks. With a strong history in dance instruction for multiple age groups and participation in innovative performing arts projects, Jazlyn is also a Hope College graduate with a dual degree in Dance Performance/Choreography and Communication.
Orlando Ballet
Orlando Ballet is Central Florida’s only resident professional ballet company providing an annual season of full length ballets, new works, and non-traditional programs, performing at the Dr. Phillips Center and in local venues. The company has been at the heart of Orlando’s artistic community since 1974. Orlando Ballet School (OBS) was created in 1982 to enrich the lives of children, train the next generation of artists, and build future audiences. The company was voted Best Dance Company in Orlando Weekly’s Best of Orlando 2016. Orlando Ballet’s vision is to Central Florida’s most creative and most loved ballet company. With a mix of classical and contemporary ballet, we enrich the cultural growth of Florida and attract stellar talent. Our community outreach programs impact tens of thousands of children each year and the Orlando Ballet School serves more than 1,200 students at three locations in and around the city.