Jury members 2018

The jury panel of the competition is composed of nine renowned personalities from the dance world.
We are delighted to provide the candidates 2018 with a prestigious panel of dance professionals. Their voluntary work is extremely appreciated and ensures the reputation and success of the international competition.

The jury of this edition is made up of the following members:

• Mr. Ted Brandsen Artistic Director of Dutch National Ballet – President of the jury
• Ms. Nina Ananiashvili Artistic Director of State Ballet of Georgia – Vice President of the jury
• Ms. Yuriko Kajiya Principal Dancer of Houston Ballet, Prize Winner Prix de Lausanne 2000
• Mr. Davit Karapetyan Artistic Director of Pennsylvania Ballet Academy, Prize Winner Prix de Lausanne 1999
• Ms. Birgit Keil Director of Academy of Dance, Mannheim
• Mr. Oliver Matz Director of Zurich Dance Academy
• Ms. Lisa Pavane Director of The Australian Ballet School
• Mr. Christopher Stowell Associate Artistic Director of The National Ballet of Canada
• Mr. Demis Volpi Choreographer and opera Director

“The Prix de Lausanne is one of the most important events for young ballet dancers in the world.

It is unique in its focus on the artistic and technical development for the participants, rather than on the competitive element alone.

I am proud and excited to be part of the 2018 Prix de Lausanne as President of the jury and look forward to discovering the ballet stars of tomorrow.”

Ted Brandsen ©ErwinOlaf