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Maggie Tesch serves as Professor (Lecturer) in the Ballet Department of the University of Utah’s School of Dance since July 2019, following her tenure as Associate Professor (Lecturer) from 2012 to 2019. Her institutional service includes membership on the Academic Senate (2021-2024), Bachelors in University Studies Committee (2021-2024), Faculty Review Committee (2021-2022), and Life-Credit Subcommittee (2014), demonstrating deep engagement with university governance and academic development.
Her educational foundation comprises a BFA in Ballet from the University of Utah (2003), American Ballet Theatre National Curriculum Certification (2012), and Polestar Pilates Certification (2004). These qualifications underpin her dual expertise in classical ballet technique and dancer conditioning methodologies.
Tesch’s creative scholarship centers on ballet preservation through meticulous restaging of classical repertoire, including iconic works like “The Kingdom of the Shades,” “Coppélia,” and “Serenade,” while expanding into contemporary choreography such as “Aude/RISE.” Her pedagogical approach integrates historical fidelity with modern educational techniques, particularly evident in her Ballet Pedagogy courses and Pointe/Variations instruction. Community engagement forms a critical pillar of her practice, exemplified by outreach performances with Utah Presents (2023) and collaborations with Collage Dance Collective.
Analysis of her 15 most recent creative works reveals a sustained focus on classical ballet restoration (75% of output), with increasing emphasis on narrative and comedic works like “La Fille Mal Gardée” alongside contemporary explorations. Her 2025 project “The Kingdom of the Shades” continues this trajectory while incorporating community dancers, signaling evolving integration of professional and community dance ecosystems.
Her professional recognition includes:
- Governor’s Honors Award from Ballet West (2000)
As an educator, Tesch mentors through courses spanning Ballet Pedagogy, Professional Technique, and Repertoire instruction, while supervising graduate projects and teaching practicums. Her committee service on Salt Lake Arts Academy’s Development and Academic Excellence Committees (2014-2017) and instruction at Ballet West Summer Intensive (2012) extend her influence beyond campus.
Through ongoing collaborations with Utah Ballet and Utah Dance Institute (2020-2022), Tesch maintains a vibrant bridge between academic training and professional performance, ensuring classical ballet traditions remain dynamically relevant within contemporary dance education.
