Grace Cooper

Administrative assistant

Grace Cooper began dancing at the age of four at American Ballet Academy in Salem Oregon, the studio where she undertook most of her training. Grace performed in various productions with American Ballet Academy and Eugene Ballet Company, studying ballet, pointe, and modern. Additionally, Grace choreographed and performed in many of her high school’s theater productions.  

Grace graduated from Colorado State University in 2023 with a bachelor’s in Dance and English. At CSU, Grace discovered her passion for choreography and dramaturgy. She has choreographed for CSU Dance Concerts, as well as other productions in the School of Music, Theater, and Dance. She has worked as a dramaturg for IMPACT Dance Company, and for various projects within the CSU Dance Department. When she’s not dancing, Grace loves to read and write poetry, spend time outside, and drink coffee.