Shelby Weis

Originally from Omaha, Nebraska, Shelby began her dance training with Ballet Omaha and the Omaha Theatre Company under the direction of Robin Welch. She earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Modern Dance Performance from The University of the Arts. Shelby has performed with professional companies including Brian Sanders’ J.U.N.K., Omaha Modern Dance Collective, and Behold Modern Dance Collective.

As an educator, Shelby has taught dancers of all ages across a wide range of styles, with teaching experience spanning studios in Nebraska, California, Washington, and Wisconsin. Her work focuses on developing strong technical foundations and encouraging artistic growth. In addition to teaching, Shelby has served in artistic leadership and directing roles, including productions of The Nutcracker, Alice in Wonderland, and the original ballet Storytelling. Shelby was also nominated for a Shelly Award for her choreography of Crazy for You with Brentwood Theatre Company.