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Flight Feathers Ballet, 14172 NE Woodinville-Duvall Road, Woodinville, WA (2026)

05/29/2026

Our final Senior Feature - Yuliia!

She is someone who has consistently put in the work and grown each season. A truly versatile dancer, she lights up the stage in Hip-Hop and Jazz Funk while bringing grace and elegance to ballet and pointe. Her easygoing, grounded nature and steady dedication have made her such a wonderful presence at the studio, both in class and onstage.

Yuliia, it has been such a joy watching your growth as a dancer and artist! Congratulations! ✨
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From Yuliia:
Hi Im Yuliia!! Im currently a senior at Inglemoor high school and an avid Lord of the Rings fan. My favorite styles have always been Jazz Funk and Hip Hop, but I also adore ballet(and dabble in contemporary). I actually started dancing quite late in my book in 5th grade, before then, Id experimented with all sorts of different hobbies including Taekwondo, but I eventually came back to dance. I had taken a first class when I was probably about seven: Hip hop, and surprisingly, I didnt really like it. Despite this, my mom had always loved dancing, even when circumstances didnt always permitted, so she was insistent that me and my sister give it another try and Im so happy she did.

In 2019, I took my first classes at Woodinville Dance Academy: Hip hop, Contemporary, Acro and Ballet, and I adored it. Unfortunately, around COVID, operations went online, (though we stuck around for the zoom calls squished into the confines of my living room). For the next few years, I went to several different studios, a really important process for learning to adapt to new teaching styles, but once I heard that WDA was continuing its legacy though FFB, I found myself happily rejoining. I’ve only been back for 3 years, only one of which I’ve been on troupe but nonetheless its been perfectly enough time for me to get to bond with everyone.

Next year I plan on attending the Univeristy of Oregon, currently with a major in art, though I hope to explore my options of other fields such as Architecture or Art and Technology. It’ll definetly be an adjustment to not be able to dance as regularly as I do now, but I do hope I’ll be able to continue dance one way or another!

05/28/2026

Quinn is up on the podium for our Senior Feature today! ✨

Quinn has been with Flight Feathers since the very beginning, and it has been so special watching her grow into a lovely dancer and a wonderful role model. She is always encouraging and cheering on both her classmates and younger dancers, and her bright, positive spirit is especially appreciated during long rehearsal days and busy show weeks.

Quinn, your future is incredibly bright! Can’t wait to see you shine on stage once again in a couple of weeks!
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from Quinn:
My name is Quinn Carter, and I am currently a senior at Woodinville High School. I began dancing at the age of five after watching my older sister perform at Woodinville Dance Academy. From that moment on, I wanted to be just like her. I trained in ballet, jazz, and hip-hop until the pandemic led to WDA’s closure. Afterward, I followed Mija to Flight Feathers, where I shifted my focus to ballet and pointe. Performing has always been a huge part of my life. I participated in theater throughout elementary and middle school before dedicating myself more fully to dance as I grew older.

Throughout high school, I balanced dance with work and academics, and was a Running Start student earning my associate degree. This spring, I will graduate with both my high school diploma and an Associate’s degree in Business from Lake Washington Institute of Technology. In the fall, I will be moving to Idaho and attending Boise State University to study Economics and Entrepreneurship Management, with a minor in Marketing. Even with a busy schedule, I always made time for dance because it has been such an important part of my life. I am incredibly grateful to have grown alongside the Flight Feathers community and to have been part of its annual performances over the years. I have been so lucky to make lifelong friends and memories through dance, and I will miss this community greatly. I am so excited for everyone to see our final performance on June 12–14. Dance has provided a strong foundation throughout my childhood and will continue to have a lasting impact on who I am.
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05/27/2026

Happy Wednesday! Today’s Senior Feature is on Meg!

We have had the pleasure of having Meg join our studio over the past year, and her humility, drive, and passion have made her such an enjoyable dancer to work with. In such a short amount of time, she has made incredible strides in her technique, performance quality, and pointe work through her consistent hard work and dedication.

Meg, we truly hope you continue to grow, challenge yourself, and find joy in dance long after graduation. We are so proud of all you have accomplished this year and cannot wait to see where life takes you next!
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From Meg (1/3):
I’m Meg, I’ve always been horse crazy ever since I was born. I was always at the barn with my mum talking to the horses or grooming them out in the fields. My mum has always had animals since way before I was born, she was an incredible rider and I hope that I can be too one day. I got my horse when I was 6 and have loved her ever since. I have been with horses and working beside since I could walk (even if I wasn’t helpful). I’ve always loved animals and have been with them always. My animals have taught me most of what I know today. My horse has been by my side for majority of my life and I wouldn’t have had it any other way. She’s been there through everything and always gave me comfort when I needed it. She’s taught me how to be kind, gentle and patient, even when falling off, she’s taught me to get back up. I truly don’t know where I would be right now if I hadn’t had my horse through challenging times in my life, she’s very special to me. Working outside with animals and on a farm in general has taught me how to be tough, persevere and be gentle all at the same time, I don’t think I would be the person I am today if I hadn’t had my animals with me. My horse will always be my best friend and I don’t ever want that to change, she’s been with me through everything and never left my side till she knew I was okay.
(Rest of the bio in the comment section)
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05/26/2026

Matteo takes the spotlight in today’s Senior Feature!

Matteo has been a wonderful guest performer in all of FFB‘s major productions - bringing dedication, artistry, and enthusiasm to every role he takes on. It has been amazing seeing his growth across many of our productions, including five consecutive Nutcrackers!

Even while balancing a busy schedule of school and commitments at his home studio, he always arrives at rehearsals with thoughtful, friendly energy towards everyone and winningness to dive into whatever partnering challenge the rehearsal director (yours truly) throws his way.

We are so grateful for the kindness, positivity, and work ethic Matteo has shared with our studio community. Congratulations, Matteo, we are excited to see all the amazing things ahead of you! 🎓

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From Matteo:
I’ve been dancing for the past 12 years, and my favorite styles include contemporary, ballet, and tap. I absolutely adore FFB, and I’m so thankful to Mija and my partners for the challenge, growth, and good times.
Next year, I’ll be studying Engineering at Swarthmore College in Pennsylvania. I’m going to miss the joy and laughter of our rehearsals and our time backstage. I’m proud to be an FFB alum, and I can’t wait to see what the bright future holds for the studio and my outstanding dance mates.
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05/25/2026

Today, we are highlighting Lily for our senior feature! 🌸

Lily‘s positivity and magnetic smile have captured many hearts throughout her time at the studio. Whether portraying charming character roles in our Ballet productions or bringing fierce energy and sass to hip-hop and jazz funk, Lily lights up every stage she steps onto.

Lily, we know that wherever your life takes you, you will continue to brighten the lives of those around you! 🌸
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From Lily:
Hi!! I’m Lily and I have been dancing for nearly my entire life beginning at Woodinville Dance Academy, and continuing my journey with Flight Feathers Ballet. I’ve always loved watching my sister and her friends dance and have loved making my own dance memories these past 12 years. In every childhood photo of me, my hand is always on my hip, so I knew with this sass, hip hop would come to be my favorite style of dance. My favorite dance tradition is all going to red robin after a performance weekend, and befriending the same waiter every time we go.

In the fall, I plan on attending Boise State University and majoring in finance with a minor in nonprofit organization management. As for my dance career, I am excited to continue perusing my passion and growing a dance community in Boise, through joining a dance club, or local studio. I am so blessed to have had an amazing dance experience growing up, and am thrilled to continue!

05/24/2026

Our next Senior Feature goes to Kat!

Kat’s resilience, determination and hard work have shaped her into such an exciting dancer to watch on stage. She consistently pushes herself to grow, and her dedication to her artistry has been inspiring to witness over the years. Beyond her dancing, Kat is deeply admired by both her peers and our younger students, who look up to her as a strong role model within the studio community.

Congratulations, Kat, we are cheering you on! 🎶
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From Kat:
I’ve been dancing since the WDA days! I started as an acro student and quickly ranked up to advanced acro. At first, I felt incredibly out of place for having started so much later than my peers, but over time, I felt more and more like I fit right in, and even enjoyed being the senior of the class! Since then, I’ve dipped into contemporary, hip hop, and tumbling, but nothing stuck quite like ballet, which I began taking in 7th grade. Starting ballet during late COVID was surprisingly fun- Everyone was dying to make new friends, having been cooped up at home for so long. Finally, I transferred to Flight Feathers 3 years ago, and I’ve been dancing in the troupe ever since! It’s been a pleasure to have danced some of, if not all of, my dream roles and variations, such as Snow Corps, Odette and Odile, and Sugarplum Fairy!

Thankfully, I’ll be staying close to home, studying pre-med, hopefully working for EMS, and probably continuing to take dance classes. Even so, I leave high school knowing I made plenty of amazing memories and friends at FFB! I extend a heartfelt thank you to Mija, who inspired me to stay in ballet even when the going got tough. I’d also like to thank my twin sister Yuliia, my number one scene partner, favorite redhead, and the reason I chose to dance in the first place.

That’s all from me. Sugarplum out!

05/23/2026

Over the next several days, we’llbe featuring and celebrating Flight Feathers graduating seniors!

First up is Grace, whose warm personality at the studio and charming stage presence will be remembered for years to come. This past year, she also did a wonderful job nurturing the next generation of dancers through her work as a student teacher.

Congratulations, Grace, we know your future is bright! ✨
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From Grace:
Since I was 3, I have always adored and been obsessed with every aspect of dance and performing from all the music, to the costumes, hair and makeup, stage lights, and flower bouquets. Over the last 15 years I have had the privilege to try countless styles like ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, pointe, and jazz funk. Not only that but I have also been truly blessed to have been taught by some of the most amazing and talented teachers who I admire deeply. I am so appreciative for many of the teachers and mentors who have taught me over the years, so much so, they even have inspired me to further continue my passion for dance and become a dance instructor at FFB.

I am excited to attend the University of Arizona as a part of the W.A. Franke Honors College this fall to major in nursing where I have aspirations of becoming a NICU or pediatric nurse. I plan on continuing my dance career by taking dance classes in college! I am eternally grateful for all the friendships and memories that I have made through dance and will cherish them foreverrrr!!
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05/08/2026

Summer at Flight Feathers Ballet ☀️🩰

Our 2026 Summer Camps & Intensives are open for registration! Join us for a summer of training, creativity, growth, and fun for dancers of all ages and experience levels.

Ready to dance with us this summer? Visit our website to explore our programs and register today ✨

04/19/2026

Flight Feathers Ballet is excited for you to experience our performance of "A Midsummer Night’s Dream"!

Step into a world of enchantment with our full-length production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, featuring dancers of all ages at Flight Feathers Ballet. This beloved story comes to life through captivating choreography, transporting you into a magical forest where fairies, lovers, and mischievous spirits intertwine.

Tickets are going fast! Get yours today:

https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/36274/juanita-performing-arts-center-juanita-high-schoolflight-feathers-balletperformance_id=40416325&country=US&language=en

04/03/2026

The wait is over! Tickets are now available for our June showcase, A Midsummer Night’s Dream! Come see our students portray vibrant, memorable roles this spring!
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Photo from our Troupe Audition back in January ✨

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