Jennifer Sydor is an Iranian-American dancer, educator, choreographer and Pilates instructor based in Dayton, Ohio and New York City.
I strongly believe that what we practice in the studio spills forth into our daily lives to create connections between people, ideas and can further nurture a sense of agency in the world. I cultivate the environment of the studio and creative process to be a microcosm of the world by fostering inclusivity, self-awareness and reflection, group collectivity, investigation, inquiry and self-acceptance as the body being a conduit to find a greater sense of joy from within, while simultaneously being with others. I encourage dancers to access all parts of themselves in a holistic manner: the conscious mind, capable body and vibrant spirit, to allow the rich inner landscape that lives within each of us to find outer expressivity.
Performance
In NYC, I have enjoyed an extensive 20 year career as a freelance performer. Known for my ability to fluidly move between varied genres and a knowledge of both classical and contemporary forms, I have had the opportunity to perform at prestigious theaters such as The Kennedy Center, Lincoln Center, Lincoln Center Out Doors, The Modern Museum of Art, The ICA Boston, The Performing Garage, St. Mark’s Church, Bozar Brussels, Judson Church and The Guggenheim.
Background
I began my dance training at The Dayton Ballet School and hold an MFA from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and a BFA from Butler University.
I am in my seventeenth season as a dancer with The Metropolitan Opera and proudly serve as an elected member of The Met Opera’s Diversity Equity and Inclusion committee. I have worked with Tony Award winning directors such as Mary Zimmerman, Michael Grandage and Bartlett Sher and have appeared in The Met Opera's Live in HD broadcasts worldwide, and on PBS's Great Performances in the operas Manon, Don Giovanni, Armida, The Magic Flute, Turandot and La Sonnambula.
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