“The Scranton area is so lucky to have such a wonderful school for dance under the direction of Joanne Arduino. I’ve had the opportunity to learn from many industry professionals and she has remained one of the most influential. Ballet Theater of Scranton helped shape me into the performer I am today and I’m forever grateful.”

“It is always a joy to work with the students at Ballet Theatre of Scranton! The greatest is to watch their team at work. In all my long career I have never seen anyone as fast and accurate. How with one glance only Joanne can get the patterns, the steps, music and nuances, and then Immediately adjust them to her needs is a complete mystery to me that is unique and wonderful.”

“Growing up you didn’t find many guys in dance class, but it was my passion for performing that always had me wanting to pursue it as a career. Joanne Arduino and the staff at Ballet Theatre of Scranton gave me the opportunity to grow and develop as a young male dancer and have been a constant support throughout my professional career. It is now an honor and privilege to not only perform but to also be able to teach and instill the values and training BTOS taught me.”

“Not a day goes by without thinking of Joanne Arduino and Mrs. Reynolds. I owe so much to them both. They have taught me so much about dancing and life as well. Singing “at the ballet” every night is an honor to me because I think of those two in gratitude.”

“I always knew I was incredibly lucky to be part of such a professional, artistic, and quality company as Ballet Theatre. The productions that were mounted were nothing short of amazing and I had never felt such a sense of pride and ensemble as I did with every production I was fortunate enough to be part of. It gave me memories and experience that will never be matched.”

“Ballet theatre gave me the discipline necessary to thrive in the dance world in NYC. I credit my training from BTOS for my technique, professionalism and work ethic in the business.”