Carrie Wright is a classically trained dancer and seasoned performer whose career has spanned genres, stages, and continents. Originally from England, Carrie trained at some of the most prestigious institutions in the UK, including Bush Davies, Elmhurst Ballet School, and the English National Ballet School. Carrie holds a Diploma in Dance Education from Guildford University and is a certified and registered teacher with the Royal Academy of Dance. With over 27 years of teaching experience, she brings both technical excellence and deep passion to her students.

 

Carrie's professional performance career includes standout roles on major stages. She performed in Phantom of the Opera, taking on the iconic lead role of Meg Giry, and has danced in front of royalty, including a production at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office for Princess Diana and a memorable performance as Kermit the Frog alongside Natalia Makarova for Princess Margaret. Her versatility and artistry span ballet, jazz, tap, musical theatre, Spanish, and contemporary dance, enriching her teaching with a broad and dynamic perspective.

 

In 2020, Carrie fulfilled her lifelong dream of opening her own studio, Utah Ballet Academy. She has created a nurturing space where dancers of all ages and skill levels are guided with expert technique and heartfelt mentorship. Outside the studio, Carrie enjoys life with her three children and her first grandchild. Cherishing both, she continues to inspire through the art of dance.