Company

Name:  Alexa Kearnan

Company Position:  Apprentice

Joined Ballet RI:  I joined Ballet Rhode Island as a trainee in 2021, was promoted to a Junior Apprentice the 2023 season, and in 2024 promoted to Apprentice.

Hometown: Uxbridge, MA

Training/Education: Deane Dance Studio in Mendon, MA

 Favorite Quote: “Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful” – Schweitzer

Favorite Role or Ballet & Why:  I have been blessed to dance many different ballets during my time so far at Ballet RI. My favorites would include “Ode” choreographed by Kataryzyna Kozielska because the musicality and movement were challenging yet rewarding. Another would be “Death and the Maiden” by Yury Yanowsky because the movement was creative and I had an amazing time with the choreographic process. I was also Gwendolyn in “ Gwendolyn, the Graceful Pig” choreographed by Eugenia Zenovieva. I loved bringing this character to life.

Accomplishment you are most proud of:  I am proud of my growth technically and artistically here at Ballet RI.

Fun Fact about yourself:  I love to choreograph and was able to work on my first piece last season called “Golden Energy”. I hope to continue exploring my love for choreographing in the future.

Follow Alexa on Instagram @alexakearnan