Samuel's Utah Ballet Intensive

Hi,

My name is Samuel Johnson, I'm 18, and train full time at The Florida Ballet Conservatory in Jacksonville, Florida. I started ballet training just 2 years ago, however, with The Florida Ballet's exceptional training, I have already accumulated a strong foundation in classical ballet technique.

Recently, I was accepted into the University of Utah Ballet Summer Intensive on a full-tuition scholarship. University of Utah's ballet training is some of the best training in the United States. Many graduates of the dance program go on to dance in top professional companies around the world.

After hearing of my acceptance, I was ecstatic. However, even with the tuition covered, I still have to pay for housing and meals. 

The Utah Ballet Summer Intensive housing and meal costs are as follows:
Housing: $750
Meals: $700

I started this GoFundMe page to try and raise the $1450 needed for me to go to UBSI this summer. The $1450 needs to be paid by May 1st. (Only 13 days!)

With your generous contributions, I could have the amazing opportunity to attend one of the most prestigious ballet schools in the country.

Finally, I would like to give a great big thanks to The Florida Ballet's faculty and everyone who has given me the training to be accepted into such a program.
- Linda Jenkins
- Chris Alloways-Ramsey
- Savery Morgan
- Samatha Austin
- Heather Olschewske
- Katie Graham
- Martha Lemire

Thank you, 
Samuel Johnson

P.S. Below, you can view the video of my 2018 Student Choreography Piece, and multiple pictures. Enjoy!