Kristina Ancil Edwards

Kristina Ancil Edwards was classically trained at Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre School, has performed professionally with Louisville Ballet, American National Ballet, Chicago Ballet, the Lyric Opera of Chicago, Albany Berkshire Ballet, Nomi Dance Company, Winifred Haun & Dancers, ClancyWorks Dance Company, Company E, and Motion X Dance DC, among others. She has choreographed for companies in Chicago, Washington DC, and Richmond, including Conflux, and has presented her work at festivals, as well as creating dance for film.

Kristina is certified in Progressing Ballet Technique and is passionate about functional movement practices. She has taught in Chicago, Washington DC, and has served as an artistic associate with Charlottesville Ballet and STAVNA Ballet. She is currently adjunct faculty at Virginia Commonwealth University and also teaches at West End Academy of Dance. When she’s not dancing or teaching Kristina can be found exploring Central Virginia with her husband and two boys.

Kristina is a founding member of Conflux and currently also serves as Artistic Coordinator. She is delighted to continue her artistic journey with the company into the 5th season.