Les Grands Ballets and RUBBERBAND Hire Two Graduates from the École supérieure

A new chapter is beginning for Éloïse Chénier and Ana Sofia Natera Marquez, graduates of the 2025 cohort of the École supérieure de ballet du Québec. As they prepare to graduate, both have already secured apprentice contracts with renowned dance companies. Their talent, passion and rigor have been recognized and the École supérieure is proud to see them take their first steps into a professional career in such inspiring artistic environments, alongside acclaimed choreographers and accomplished performers.

Éloïse Chénier began her apprenticeship with RUBBERBAND this winter, while completing her final year of training at the École supérieure.

Ana Sofia Natera Marquez will join Les Grands Ballets Canadiens as an apprentice this summer.

Photos : © Sasha Onyshchenko

With excitement and gratitude, they share what this means to them.

“Having an apprenticeship with RUBBERBAND right out of school feels truly surreal to me. It’s a dream come true and marks the beginning of a brand-new adventure in the professional world. This news made me incredibly happy, of course, but it also gave me a sense of validation for all the hard work I’ve put in up until now. It’s incredibly motivating for me to finally take my first steps into this new world ! I’m excited to discover what the professional dance world has to offer and to grow within it every day, inspired.” - Éloïse Chénier

“I felt deeply moved when I received the news, thinking back on all the work and effort I put in to reach a company of such high caliber. Les Grands Ballets Canadiens have always been a source of inspiration throughout my journey. Knowing I’ll have the opportunity to work with and learn from this passionate team fills me with joy. I feel immense gratitude toward my family, friends, and the team the École supérieure de ballet du Québec who have supported and guided me all these years” - Ana Sofia Natera Marquez