Danielle Bower

Danielle Bower serves as Assistant Artistic Director of Dance at the Grier School, a position she has held for 11 years. With more than 25 years of experience in the performing arts, she has built a career that spans professional dance performance, arts administration, and education. She danced professionally with a contemporary ballet company and previously served as Artistic Coordinator and Performance Company Director for the Rock School. In her current role, Danielle teaches ballet, contemporary, and jazz to pre-professional students, prepares choreography, and provides student mentorship to guide them toward their career goals. She also teaches at the Performing Arts School of Central Pennsylvania, which hosts the Nittany Ballet, and engages in freelance teaching across Pennsylvania. Danielle recently completed a master's degree, adding to her strong foundation in dance education and arts administration.