Carmen
Corella

With an outstanding career in dance, Carmen, director and teacher of Corella, began her training at the school of Victor Ullate, forming part of his company before joining the American Ballet Theatre in New York as a soloist dancer. 

Co-founder, along with her brother, of the Corella Ballet, she has shone on international stages. Her artistic versatility is manifested not only in show business and teaching, but also in the world of fashion and in her film participations. 

Carmen Corella, Director and Professor of Corella, has forged an outstanding career in the world of classical ballet. She began her training at Víctor Ullate's school in Madrid and, in 1990, joined his company, marking the beginning of an exceptional artistic career.

Her passion and talent led her to cross borders, joining the renowned American Ballet Theatre of New York as a soloist dancer.

Her dedication and expressiveness on stage won over the American public and the specialized critics, who highlighted her art in the main cultural publications of the country. Thus, she consolidated her place as a very special figure on the international scene.

In 2008, Carmen co-founded Corella Ballet with her brother Ángel Corella, assuming fundamental roles as assistant artistic director and principal dancer. Her influence transcended the stage, participating in campaigns with renowned brands such as Loewe and Henten.

In 2014, together with her brother and her husband Dayron Vera, she took her art throughout Spain with the show A + A, accompanied by the virtuoso violinist Ara Malikian. This emotional tour culminated with Carmen and Ángel's farewell to the stage, in an unforgettable closing in their hometown, Madrid.

In 2022, her commitment to dance was reflected in her participation as a company teacher in the feature-length ballet film "The Glass Girls" (Netflix).

Throughout her career, Carmen has demonstrated great versatility, combining her stage virtuosity with a deep understanding of the body. She is a certified instructor in GYROTONIC® Level 1, GYROTONIC® for Dancers Level 1 and GYROKINESIS® Level 1, disciplines that enrich both the technique and the physical well-being of the dancers.

Today, Carmen continues to share her experience and wisdom as Director of Corella, along with her husband Dayron Vera, inspiring new generations of artists with the same passion that has guided her entire career.

repertoire
Giselle

Myrtha Queen of Willis

The Bayadera by Natalia Makarova

Nikiya

Sleeping Beauty

Aurora

Don Quixote

Mercedes and Queen of Diadras

Manon

The Misstres

Coppélia

Aurora

Swan Lake

Odette / Odile

James Kudelka's Cinderella

Stepsister

Symphony in C by George Balanchine

Main Pair Fourth Movement

Divertimento No. 15 by George Balanchine

Main Couple

Jeu de Cartes by John Cranko

The Two of Diamonds

Dim Lustre by Antony Tudor

She Wore a Perfume

Etudes

Ballerina in white

VIII by Christopher Wheeldon

Catalina

DGV by Christopher Wheeldon

First couple

Sinfonietta by Jiri Kylian

Couple

Stepping Stones by Jiri Kylian
Push Come to Shop by Twyla Tharp
In the Upper Room by Twyla Tharp

Stomper girl

Work Within Work by William Forsythe
Drink to Me by Mark Morris
Bruch Violin Concerto by Clark Tippet

Blue couple

Clear by Stanton Welch

Main Couple

Fancy Free by Jerome Robbins

Second and third girl

Pas de Deux
Balanchine's Tchaicovsky pas de deux
Balanchine's Tarantella
Balanchine's Apollo
Wo Cares? by Balanchine
La Esmeralda
Giselle
Don Quixote
La Sylphide
Diana & Action
Raimonda
Paquita
Corsair Act I and II
Romeo and Juliet by Angel Corella
After the Rain by Christopher Wheeldon
A Midsummer Night's Dream by Christopher Wheeldon
Creations
Ángel Corella's String Sextet
A+A by Angel Corella and Russell Ducker
Solea by Maria Pages
Amaduo de Margarita Fernandez
The Brahms-Haydn Variations by Twyla Tharp
Gong by Mark Morris
Housing

Corella Barcelona is located in an idyllic setting in the middle of nature at the foot of the Montseny Natural Park.

Students have comfortable and quiet study areas in Housing exclusively for that use with wifi connection. We collaborate with the international schools ISCAT (British System) and AESA (American System).

Our menus are based on a Mediterranean diet rich in vegetables, whole grains, legumes, meat, fish, olive oil and each dish is prepared daily in Housing.

It is crucial to create a safe space where they can express themselves without fear of judgment. Actively listening and validating their emotions allows them to feel understood and supported, which is crucial for their emotional development.

Physical preparation for a dancer is essential to improve performance, avoid injury and sustain a long-lasting career. Dance requires strength, flexibility, endurance and control, so balanced training that includes several aspects is crucial.

It is a great privilege to have uniforms with our own designs and tailoring, and professional artistic costumes which allows a unique creative freedom, accurately reflecting our vision.

"And those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane by those who could not hear the music."
Nietzsche