William Castro

Ballet has been an integral part of my life since a very young age, influenced by my parents, who were both professional ballet dancers in Cuba. Growing up in such an environment, I was naturally drawn to the art form, spending countless hours watching performances and videos that ignited my passion for ballet.

 

A vivid memory that stands out is a DVD my mother owned, featuring great pas de deux performances, including Baryshnikov’s Don Quixote. His incredible technique and artistry deeply inspired me, fuelling my dream of one day mastering those steps and dancing like him.

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This early exposure to ballet led me to pursue professional training. I trained at EPDCYL in Burgos from 2009 to 2016, and then at The Royal Ballet School in London from 2016 to 2017. My professional career began as a Demi-Soloist with the Slovenian National Ballet from August 21, 2017, to August 20, 2018. I then moved to Theater Dortmund as a Soloist from August 20, 2018, to August 27, 2019, and since then a member and now also a soloist of Aalto Ballet Essen.

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Teaching is a true passion of mine, inspired by the example of my parents, who themselves trained and mentored many students. From an early age, I felt a strong desire to pass on my knowledge and support aspiring dancers in their development. In addition to classical ballet training, my particular areas of expertise and passion are conditioning and teaching Pas de Deux. I greatly enjoy helping my students develop both technically and physically, while supporting them in their individual growth. It is especially rewarding for me to see their progress and to provide them with the skills, knowledge, and guidance they need for their journey in ballet. I am deeply committed to accompanying and supporting my students on their path and to nurturing their passion for dance.