Karissa Travis, co-founder and Artistic Director of Reign Dance Theater, began classical ballet training in
New York at the age of seven. She performed there
in five productions of the Nutcracker, and seven other productions including Coppelia, Don Quixote, Sleeping Beauty, Swan Lake, and Celebration of Miracles.
Karissa choreographed and co-produced her first show, Vaudeville Ballet, in 1999. Since returning to her birth state of Minnesota that same year, she has been teaching classical ballet and has choreographed and directed over 12 theatrical productions, including premiers of Esther: Star of Hope, One Piece Missing, Adventure of Love, and Ballet on the High Seas.
Karen Travis, co-founder, author, and producer serves as President/CEO of Reign Dance Theater,
combining her passion and training in ministry with
her years of experience in the arts, costume design,
and ballet administration.
Graphic & Media Design by Katie Travis.
