Today we’d like to introduce you to Lucia Montero.
Hi Lucia, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
Established in 2003, Galmont Ballet is a Ballet school dedicated to providing professional Training to Children 5 years old and up. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to help each student reach their full potential. The school also provides Performance opportunities and is the official resident ballet company of the beautiful Historic Cocoa Village Playhouse since 2008. We strive to provide our students with a comprehensive and enriching learning experience, helping them grow as artists and individuals, under the leadership of international ballet master and choreographer Frank Galvez, and international ballet mistress and coach Lucia Montero.
The youth company produces various shows throughout the year, including classical ballets and Frank Galvez’s original contemporary works. Its production of The Nutcracker has been a staple in Brevard County since 2004.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
Establishing our ballet school has involved struggles with financial instability, securing funding, and market saturation. Challenges such as finding an appropriate facility that meets safety and accessibility needs, developing a comprehensive and effective curriculum, and handling the administrative burden of marketing and management. We have successfully addressed these obstacles with carefull and strategic planning, proactive approach and willingness to adapt along the way.
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
Here at Galmont Ballet, we share our passion for this beautiful art form so openly and sincerely. Our students’ energy is inspirational. Our role as Directors has grown, so has our inspiration. We are constantly reminded of how fortunate we are to share this art form with the young artists of tomorrow. Over the years, we have had the privilege to watch the remarkable growth and development of our school.
Galmont Ballet Centre for Dance Education remains committed to the highest possible standards, while having the greatest respect for the individual, as a person, an artist, and a creative spirit, qualities our students showcase in every one of their activities and presentations. Our legacy, built over two decades, is a testament to the discipline and passion of every student who has graced our studios. Our training program integrates educational principles, dance expertise, and a comprehensive curriculum into one professional offering. Dance education at our school offers students valuable, practical experience. We teach them more than just ballet technique—we give them skills that truly impact their daily lives. With a new season comes renewed energy and unwavering passion. We are ready to dance like never before! The uncertainties of the present pave the way for the enchanting possibilities of the future. Today, we do more than perform; we share a story.
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We strongly believe in the expertise and knowledge of our craft.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.galmontballet.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/@galmontballet
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GalmontBalletSchool
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNJJTl-bRhzjoEfMtGNvI9g
Image Credits
Steven Hicks, Alfredo Rodriguez
