Adjudicator  2025
EMILY BELKE FARRELL

Emily Belke Farrell is a highly experienced dance instructor and adjudicator, currently serving as the Co-Dance Director of the Viter Ukrainian Dancers and Folk Ensemble. With over 15 years in dance education, Emily has directed and taught in various capacities, blending her expertise in Ukrainian dance, ballet, acro, gymnastics, tap, musical theatre, and contemporary dance. Her career includes notable roles such as Ukrainian Director at Dance Unlimited, Camp Director and Instructor at Cheremosh School of Dance, and Artistic Director of Westlock Vrozhay Ukrainian Dance Club.
Emily's dedication to dance extends beyond teaching. She has adjudicated major Ukrainian dance festivals across Alberta and Manitoba, including the Canadian National Ukrainian Festival and Kalyna Festival. As she prioritizes her own life long learning and strives for excellence she has attended many classes and courses and gained many qualifications, including in Cecchetti Junior Ballet, Artistic Gymnastics, and flexibility training. Additionally, her past performance experience includes being an alumna of both the Ukrainian Cheremosh Dance Ensemble, Shumka, and Team Canada for tap and show dance.
As an educator, Emily prioritizes the well-being of her students, teaching with mental health in mind and fostering an environment where dancers feel supported both physically and emotionally. She believes in developing the full dancer—blending technique, artistry, and personal growth to create well-rounded performers who are confident in their abilities. She is excited to see the dancers shine on stage here in Vegreville!

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