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Jong-Hoon (Jay) Kim is a tenured Associate Professor at the University of Utah's School of Dance, with a distinguished career as a ballet researcher, choreographer, and educator. His work bridges classical ballet traditions with contemporary innovations, focusing on restaging masterpieces by Marius Petipa while integrating martial arts and biomechanical analysis.
- BA in Ballet, Contemporary, and Modern Dance from Sejong University (1996)
- MFA in Teaching and Choreography from University of Utah (2011)
Research interests center on:
- Classical ballet restaging with historical authenticity
- Biomechanical analysis of ballet movements
- Choreographic innovation through interdisciplinary approaches
- Digital motion capture for training enhancement
His recent choreographic works (2022-2024) like Carmen demonstrate cross-cultural storytelling and biomechanical integration, while collaborations with the School of Music and engineering departments showcase his multidisciplinary approach. Scientific awards include POINTE magazine recognition and competition finalistships. Kim's teaching emphasizes technical excellence, psychological well-being, and cultural appreciation in ballet education.
- Finalist, Utah Metropolitan Ballet Choreography Competition (2018)
- POINTE magazine 'Standout Performance' (2023)
- Finalist, Utah Regional Ballet Choreography Competition (2017)
As director of outreach programs funded by the Sorenson Foundation, he organized free performances for over 600 students. His 2025 premiere of a new Korean-themed ballet continues his legacy of international collaboration.
