Bella School of Dance is more that just a dance class. During class, students are given age-appropriate dance education that emphasizes the personal and spiritual development of each student’s gifts in dance. In an encouraging and creative environment, students are challenged and inspired through dance technique, meaningful content, and improvisational exercises. Students also learn the true purpose of dance while utilizing their dance talents in a positive way.
The school is run by Anna Kate Mulivihill, At the age of 3, Anna Kate began her dance training at Mansur Ballet School in Pittsburgh, PA. Anna Kate went on to study ballet at Larry Cervi School of Performing Arts, where she also learned to love jazz dance. In December of 2003, she graduated from Eastern University in Philadelphia, PA with a minor in Dance. While at Eastern, Anna Kate continued in her ballet training with Dr. Joselli Deans, who was a member of the Dance Theater of Harlem. She also received modern dance training from Dr. Karen Clemente. Six out of seven semesters at Eastern, Anna Kate was selected to choreograph a variety of dance works, including modern, jazz, and hip hop for the Dance Department. While in school, she received more jazz training from Gail Vartanian director of Contempra Dance Theatre in Philadelphia, PA. Her love for hip hop dance comes from her training with Koresh Dance Company in Philadelphia, PA, where she learned pop and lock techniques.
