Dominika Beňaková

Dominika Beňaková is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Dance Production, Faculty of Music and Dance (HTF) of the Academy of Performing Arts in Bratislava (VŠMU). She holds an Artis Doctor (ArtD) degree from KTT VŠMU and specializes in teaching Martha Graham technique and modern dance pedagogy. Her roles include in-house teacher at KTT VŠMU and instructor at the Eva Jaczová Dance Conservatory in Bratislava, where she teaches Graham, Limón, Cunningham techniques, and jazz dance.

• Education: Master's and doctoral studies at KTT VŠMU focusing on dance art and Martha Graham repertoire.
• Professional Development: Studied at Martha Graham School of Contemporary Dance (USA), completed an internship at University of Dallas, and taught workshops at Prague's Academy of Performing Arts.

Her research emphasizes pedagogical approaches to modern dance techniques, particularly Martha Graham's methodology. She has created choreographies awarded at international competitions, reflecting her dual expertise in performance and education. Active in academic and artistic communities, she has also contributed to River Park Dance School and Bralen Dance Theater.

• Awards: Two choreography awards at 2018 VI International Ballet Competition in Pilsen.

Teaching spans technique classes, repertoire performance, and pedagogical training, with a focus on preserving and advancing modern dance traditions. No specific grants or lab affiliations are detailed in the provided texts.