About CYBT

Vision - Mission

Coastal Youth Ballet Theatre (CYBT) is a non-profit dance 501 (c) (3) organization dedicated to the artistic enrichment of the Grand Strand area through performances,
productions, educational and scholarship programs. Coastal Youth Ballet Theatre provides a nurturing and intensive artistic home base to some of the Grand Strand’s
and South Carolina’s most talented young dancers.

* To provide young dancers in the Grand Strand an intensive training program that will prepare them eventually for the pre-professional world or should they decide to
choose another career path, be able to use the life skills learned in dance: discipline, hard work, patience, respect, perseverance, determination, resiliency, cooperation,
and good behavior – all necessary ingredients for success in life.

* To provide professionally-scaled performance opportunities in the Grand Strand where otherwise the arts community is small and in need of support. These
opportunities for the youth are through the annual “Nutcracker,” “The 2010 Spring Festival of Dances” productions and “An Evening of Ballet Series” performances.

* To invite noted and experienced guest artists–teachers, dancers and choreographers to come to CYBT’s home base and allow young company members to be exposed
to varied teaching, performing and choreographic styles.

* Should funds be available, to be able to provide scholarships to need-based families whose children will meet the criteria provided by the artistic staff and who will
commit to the work and discipline necessary for the training and performance opportunities that will be provided.

* To create a setting where an entire community of dance teachers, students and their parents, and supporters of the arts will all be one in promoting an awareness of
how the dance arts can bring fulfillment and joy to the hearts and spirit of everyone in the Grand Strand.

History

Founded in 2006, Coastal Youth Ballet Theatre is the official performing company of Coastal Dance Centre. CYBT is envisioned to become one of South Carolina's vibrant
and accomplished youth ballet companies.

Coastal Youth Ballet Theatre features its own company members and faculty as well as guest teachers, choreographers and dancers who have received critical acclaim
for their work or performances. Valuing classical ballet masterpieces but with an eye on contemporary works, Coastal Youth Ballet Theatre aims to present a repertoire
of classical ballets such as Nutcracker, Paquita, Coppelia, Sleeping Beauty, Swan Lake, Giselle, Don Quixote as well as the "Evening of Ballet Series," and the annual
Spring Festival of Dances featuring an evening of classical, contemporary, jazz and tap repertoire.

Only on its fourth year, Coastal Youth Ballet Theatre has already experienced tremendous artistic growth and success and is gaining a reputation for its high artistic
standards and merits. Coastal Youth Ballet Theatre hopes to be a beacon of artistic excellence in the Grand Strand area, aspiring simultaneously to attract the best in
professional dance to its home while sending its own dancers out as artistic ambassadors to the nation.

The CDC-CYBT Dance Company Training Program

Coastal Youth Ballet Theatre's Performing Company Program is a training and performance program for the more serious dance student. Participation in this program
requires energy, a serious physical, emotional commitment and dedication to the work being done. Because classes and rehearsals may sometimes exceed the regular
scheduled times it demands flexibility, patience, support and understanding from both the company members and their families. It requires a serious financial commitment
from the dancers' parents as well because dance training and performance fees are undeniably expensive.

CYBT is a company whose focus is on a high standard of ballet training and performance which ultimately, is good preparation for any dancer who dreams of pursuing a
professional career. CYBT combines training in a variety of dance forms: ballet, modern, jazz and tap, to create a well-rounded and versatile dancer.

CYBT company members work with experienced and dedicated teachers and guest artists exposing them to varied teaching, performance and choreographic styles.
Every year, CYBT hosts master teachers, choreographers, guest dancers to create new dance works and / or perform with the company. During their tenure at CYBT, the
guest artists teach CYBT master classes. These are invaluable opportunities for CYBT company members to learn from guest artists.

The Founding Members of the Coastal Youth Ballet Theatre Board of Directors

Thomas G. Keegan, Chairman
Elizabeth Snoderly,Vice Chairman
William Thornhill, Treasurer
Sandra Rogers, Secretary

Henry Brown
Ray Cleary
Rocky Fretz
Robin Hellman
Thomas Herron
Maura Kenny
Gary Loftus
Walter Warren

Jerra Montsinger, CYBT Guild Representative
Jason Jones, Executive Director
Liza Mata, Artistic Director

The 2009 - 2010 Board of Directors

Thomas G. Keegan, Chairman
South Carolina State Representative, Retired

Marie Keegan, Vice Chair and Coordinator for the CYBT Volunteer Guild
Broker and Owner, Above Par Realty and Vacation Rentals

Randy Lapham, Treasurer
Director of Finance, Hilton Hotels

Sandra Rogers, Secretary
Office Manager, South Lantic Water

Members:

Paige Bellamy
Lawyer, Thompson & Henry, P.A

Jason Jones
Vice-President for Sales, Coastal Wire

Erol Lale
Doctor, Cardiologist - South Strand Cardiology
Art Gallery Owner, Visual Artist and Taekwondo Instructor

Marian Pavy
Civic Leader; former President and currently, Member of the Board of Directors,
Filipino-American Association of the Grand Strand
Vice-President and Owner, Global Services Agency

John Robitaille
Internet Advertising, Graphic Design, Marketing Specialist, Beazer Homes

Liza Mata, CYBT Artistic/Executive Director
Artistic Director and Owner, Coastal Dance Centre