Dmitri Peskov

Dmitri Peskov is an Associate Professor and Department Chair at Snow College's School of Fine Arts, specializing in Dance. He teaches courses such as Ballet I, Choreography Practicum, and Introduction to Dance, while leading the Snow College Dance Ensemble as Artistic Director.

• Born in Moscow, Russia, studied ballet at Tatiana Timofeeva Dance Center
• Founded Spectrum Dances Festival (2001-2003) with Illinois Arts Council grant
• Co-founded DanceLoop Chicago Company and collaborated with prominent choreographers

His research interests focus on interdisciplinary approaches to dance, blending ballet, contemporary dance, and martial arts. Additional expertise includes Meisner, Lecoq, and Suzuki techniques.

Education:

• MFA in Choreography from Jacksonville University
• MA in Foreign Languages and Literatures from Northern Illinois University
• Graduate Assistant for Philosophy Department at Northern Illinois University
• Trained at Gaitley Poole Acting Conservatory and Chicago School for Theatre Creators

Scientific Awards:

• Illinois Arts Council Fellowship in Choreography Award
• Link Up Residency Award

Peskov has received critical acclaim from Chicago Tribune and Chicago Sun Times for his poetic and innovative compositions. He has taught at multiple universities including Beloit College, College of DuPage, and University of Wisconsin-Madison.