Gabriel Roush
GABRIEL ROUSH
began his ballet training at his mother’s dance studio in North Carolina, where his passion for dance quickly became evident. In 2019, he was accepted into the prestigious high school program at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts (UNCSA), where he refined his craft under the guidance of esteemed instructors such as Misha Tchoupakov, Ilya Kozadayev, and Susan Jaffe. After graduating in 2022, Gabriel joined Charlotte Ballet as a Trainee. There, he further honed his technique and artistry with the mentorship of renowned teachers including Laszlo Berdo, Kati Mayo, and Patricia McBride. During his time at Charlotte Ballet, he had the privilege of performing in iconic works like George Balanchine’s Who Cares and Alejandro Cerrudo’s Lickety Split, In addition to his ballet achievements, Gabriel is an accomplished tap dancer, having received multiple awards for both his performances and choreography. Gabriel is excited to be back for his second season with BalletMet 2.