ACADEMY AWARDS

The Imperial Russian Academy’s achievements at World and European Dance Competitions underscore the dedication to nurturing talent and fostering artistic excellence. These competitions served not only as a platform for showcasing the Academy’s expertise but also as a celebration of the rich cultural heritage and contemporary creativity that defines dance. The Academy’s triumphs are a testament to the hard work and passion of its dancers, choreographers, and instructors, promising a bright future for the institution and its talented artists. This milestone marks a significant international achievement for the ballet world in Cyprus, highlighting the country’s growing influence in the global dance community.

Proud of our latest achievements — Youth America Grand Prix Finalists Alina Stolbova and Aleksandra Pazenko, with their dedicated teacher Vania Vrondi, at the YAGP Finals in Tampa, Florida, USA.
The Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP) is the world’s largest global ballet competition and scholarship program for young dancers, bringing together the most promising talents from over 30 countries. Each year, thousands of dancers audition at semi-finals held around the globe, with only a select few earning the honor of competing at the prestigious Finals in the United States.
Becoming a YAGP finalist is a remarkable accomplishment, recognizing not only technical skill and artistry, but also extraordinary commitment and discipline.
We are beyond proud of Alina and Aleksandra for their hard work, perseverance, and the artistry they brought to the stage. Their success is a testament to the excellence of their training and the unwavering support of their mentor, Vania Vrondi.

We are proud to announce our excellent results at the prestigious International Competition: 9 medals at the European Grand Prix, Vienna, Austria. All 5 students of the Imperial Russian Academy competing won medals.

Classical Ballet Solo – Age 7-8

🥈Silver Medal – Sonia Ivanova

🥉Bronze Medal – Anna Pazenko

Classical Ballet Duet

🥇Gold Medal – Sonia Ivanova, Anna Pazenko

Classical Ballet Solo Age 9+

🥉Bronze Medal – Zhanel  Spasheva

Classical Ballet Solo – Age 10-12

🥈Silver Medal – Alina Stolbova

🥉Bronze Medal – Alexandra Pazenko

Classical Ballet Duo

🥇Gold Medal- Aleksandra Pazenko , Alina Stolbova

Contemporary Solo

🥉Bronze Medal – Alexandra Pazenko

Contemporary Duo

🥈Silver Medal – Alexandra Pazenko , Alina Stolbova

Scholarship – 🎗️for Grand Jete International Dance Awards in Portugal

Alina Stolbova

Aleksandra Pazenko

Sofia Ivanova

Scholarship 🎗️for summer school at the Ballet-Academy-University for Music and Performing Arts, Munich, Germany

Aleksandra Pazenko

Alina Stolbova.

Alexandra Pazenko and Alina Stolbova earned a TOP 12 placement in the Duet – Contemporary Dance category at the Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP), the world’s largest and most prestigious international ballet competition for students aged 9 to 19. This renowned event brought together over 750 participants from around the globe, each showcasing exceptional talent and artistry.

Alina Stolbova achieved a TOP 12 ranking in the Classical Ballet Solo category, underscoring her versatility and dedication.

We are incredibly pleased with the results of our students and the hard work that made these outstanding achievements possible.

Another proud moment for the Imperial Russian Academy and Cyprus!

The Imperial Russian Academy, representing Cyprus, has once again demonstrated its superior talent and dedication to the arts by securing numerous prizes at the World Ballet Grand Prix in Norway. Competing against elite dancers globally, the Academy’s representatives showcased exceptional skill, creativity, and passion, resulting in a remarkable collection of accolades. This is a huge international achievement for the ballet world in Cyprus.

Classical Ballet Solo Variation

In the highly competitive Classical Ballet Solo Variation category, the Academy’s dancers dominated:

🥇Gold Medal: Pava Vojinovic and Alexandra Pazenko captivated judges and audiences with their exquisite performances.

🥈Silver Medal: Sofia Petukhova, Alina Stolbova, Valeria Adamenko, and Ofek Bitterman delivered technically flawless and emotionally resonant routines.

🥉Bronze Medal: Nikol Lanskaya and Emily Andreadou for their outstanding solos.

Judge Achievement Prize: Elizaveta Uzhgintseva and Amalia Ibragimova were honored for their exceptional contributions and unique artistry.

Classical Ballet Duet

The Academy’s pairs impressed with their synchronicity and expressive storytelling:

🥇Gold Medal: Alexandra Pazenko & Alina Stolbova.

🥉Bronze Medal: Amalia Ibragimova & Elizaveta Uzhgintseva, Ofek Bitterman & Valeria Adamenko, and Alina Stolbova & Nicol Lanskaya.

Group Performances

The Academy’s groups shone brightly in the group dance categories:

🥈Silver Medal: “Norwegian Dance” and “Tango Dream,” both highlighted the versatility and coordination of the Academy’s group performers.

🥉Bronze Medal: “Gypsy Dance” was celebrated for its vibrant and dynamic choreography.

Contemporary Dance Solo

The contemporary dance segment saw the Academy’s dancers excelling with innovative and expressive performances:

🥇Gold Medal: Alexandra Pazenko.

🥈Silver Medal: Pava Vojinovic and Sonia Petukhova.

Contemporary Dance Duo

In the Contemporary Dance Duo category, Alexandra Pazenko & Alina Stolbova clinched the Gold Medal with a performance that seamlessly blended modern technique with expressive movement.

Group A – Classical, Children age 8-9
🥉Bronze Medal – Pazenko Anna, “In the Garden” from the ballet “Coppelia”

Contemporary Solos, age 10-11
🥉Bronze Medal – Pazenko Alexandra, “Identities”

Duo Classical
🥈Silver Medal – Alina Stolbova & Alexandra Pazenko, “Ocean and Pearls” from the ballet “ The Little Humpbacked Horse”

Trio Classical
🥈Silver Medal – Alina Stolbova, Alexandra Pazenko and Valeria Adamenko –  Norwegian Dance

FIESTALONIA MILENIO ONLINE CONTEST AMERICAN EDITION, August 2024

Choreographic groups and soloists I category (younger than 10 y.o.)

🥈Silver Medal – Katsiaryna Shkuratava

🥉Bronze Medal – Katsiaryna Shkuratava

Choreographic groups and soloists III category (13-15 y.o.)

🥉Bronze Medal – Mila Zdravkovic

Singing

🥇Gold Medal – Mila Zdravkovic

STARLIGHT ONLINE DANCE COMPETITION, August 2024

🥇Gold Medal – Mila Zdravkovic- Paquita Vestalka Variation

Teen Miss Starlight 2024 – Mila Zdravkovic

Duo Classical

🥉Bronze Medal – Stolbova & Alexandra Pazenko “Pizzicato” from the ballet “Sylvia”

🥉Bronze Medal – Sofiia Petukhova & Amalia Ibragimova “Chinese Dolls” from the ballet “The Nutcracker”

Classical Ballet Duet

🥇Gold Medal – Nikol Lanskaya & Arina Posunko

🥈Silver Medal – Valeria Adamenko & Elizaveta Uzhgintseva

Classical Ballet Solo

🥈Silver Medal –Valeria Adamenko

🥈Silver Medal – Elizaveta Uzhgintseva

🥈Silver Medal – Nikol Lanskaya

🥈Silver Medal – Arina Posunko

🥈Silver Medal – Evdokia Shishkina

🥈Silver Medal – Sofia Ivanova

🥉Bronze Medal – Ksenia Shishkina