Prof. Adaska’s Faculty Bio

Anna Adaska received her BFA in Dance from San José State University where she was
the Outstanding Graduating Senior in Choreography. During her undergraduate studies she was a
three year member of University Dance Theater (SJSU’s pre-professional performing company)
and performed contemporary works as well as José Limón repertoire. Ms. Adaska also
performed in the shelter of the fold with Doug Varone and Dancers and a staged version of
Mendelssohn’s Elijah oratorio at SJSU. After graduation Ms. Adaska joined AROVA
Contemporary Ballet for a short time in Birmingham, Alabama. She later moved to Boise, Idaho
where she danced and choreographed for Idaho Dance Theatre. During that time, she assistant
directed two full-length performances and organized and participated in educational outreach
programs at local elementary schools. She now teaches dance at Boise State University and local
dance studios, as well as offers ballet training to Boise State’s Mane Line dance team. Ms.
Adaska completed her MFA in Choreography at Jacksonville University where she studied how
to promote body neutrality in ballet classrooms.