County Ballet Dance Studio was founded in 1981 and is family owned and operated. Since its inception, County Ballet has expanded and improved the original facility and added a variety of aspects to our dance education program. Dance at County Ballet is taught with classical commitment with an Arts education approach. Each dancer is given the opportunity and encouragement to advance in his/her training, whether working toward a professional level or just dancing for the love of movement and musicality. Our class sizes are limited so each child receives individualized attention. Many of our former students are performing and or teaching. Our professional staff continues to update and review curriculum, attending educational seminars and participate in community programs. If for any reason your dancer is not enjoying their program at County Ballet, please let us know. Our goal is to continually remain dedicated to excellence in Dance education.
County Ballet Staff
Pamela Lauer- Director of County Ballet and The Part Two Dance Company.
Pamela Lauer is dedicated to excellence in dance instruction. She believes the process may be fun, but the training of bodies and minds is a serious, professional commitment. A Certified Dance Instructor (National Association of Schools of Dance), she received her training at the School of The Hartford Ballet, Hartford, Connecticut; Rabovsky School of New York;The Maryland Ballet and has studied at countless studios, seminars and workshops throughout the United States and Europe. Pamela Lauer has performed with the repertory company of the School of the Hartford Ballet, the Rabovsky Company, the Baltimore Ballet Society, Maryland Ballet, as well as numerous local community organizations for over twenty-five years. She has been on the faculty of Harford Community College since 1981 and has held dance instruction positions at additional local colleges. Students from County Ballet have gone on to further their dance education at various universities and perform with companies throughout the United States and Germany.
Sondra Horsky- A Former County Ballet, and Part Two Dancer, graduated from Radford University and was on scholarship with Alvin Ailey Dance Company. After several years in New York, Sondra returned to teach at County Ballet in 2001. Sondra and her children, Xander and Sarah are residents of Harford County.
Jane Saqib - 2007 Yoga Instructor. Jane is on staff at Harford Community College teaching Aqua Fitness and Yoga and has taught for various Montessori schools in Harford County. Jane enjoys kayaking and biking.
Guest Instructors:
Stefan Zubal -Currently working on Masters Degree in Dance at Florida State. Previously with The Fort Wayne Ballet, Ft. Wayne, Indiana.
Cassandra Voborsky- of Ballet Magnificat, Jackson, Miss.
Anne O'Brien- joined County Ballet during summer 2003 as our Jazz instructor. Anne graduated from the University of Texas and has danced in and won numerous competitions and categories throughout the United States. Anne has a Maryland Teachers Certification in the K - 12 Dance Curriculum from Towson University. Anne lives with her husband and son in Harford County
Roger Wade- has been with County Ballet since 1987. Mr. Wade has studied and danced professionally in Europe, the Mid-East, Russia and the Americas'. In addition to Ballet and Tap he devotes his time to the study and teaching of Hatha Yoga, Ballroom Dance, aqua fitness, and is in competition Country Western Dance. He is a Certified Massage Therapist and is certified in Lifesaving, First Aid, and CPR. Mr. Wade is presently working full time as a Physical Therapist assistant in Baltimore.
We look forward to having our staff instructors as well as our guest instructor's help you experience a fulfilling semester of dance here at County Ballet!
As always, if you have any questions or concerns,
please call to speak to Miss Pam personally.
