Vladimir Ippolitov is a Geneva-based ballet artist, artistic director, and cultural producer whose work unites classical tradition with a sharp modern vision of excellence. Trained in the great Russian schools—Perm Ballet College and the Vaganova Academy—he built his stage career in leading companies, including the Mariinsky Theatre, Ballet de Saint-Pétersbourg, the Ballet du Grand Théâtre de Bordeaux (as Soloist), and the Ballet du Grand Théâtre de Genève (as Soloist).
In 2017, he founded World Ballet Stars Gala, creating international productions that bring principal dancers from major companies into a single, curated stage experience—defined by elegance, artistic integrity, and world-class standards. In 2018, he founded École de Ballet V. Ippolitov in Geneva, shaping an academy recognized for its disciplined pedagogy, clear artistic identity, and uncompromising quality—where students learn not only steps, but presence.
As a director, Vladimir combines what ballet has always required—rigor, musicality, and detail—with what today demands: production value, brand clarity, and a future-facing mindset. Tradition first, innovation next (because a perfect fifth position still likes good lighting).
Specializations
- Classical ballet pedagogy & high-level coaching
- Artistic direction, repertoire & performance preparation
- International gala production & cultural project leadership
- Team coordination, partnerships, sponsorship & institutional relations
- Brand strategy and image development for premium cultural projects
Stage & leadership experience
- Since 2018 — Founder & Artistic Director, École de Ballet V. Ippolitov (Geneva)
- Since 2017 — Founder & Artistic Director, World Ballet Stars Gala (international)
- Since 2016 — Artistic Director, Geneva Dance Events
- 2011–2016 — Soloist, Ballet du Grand Théâtre de Genève
- 2007–2011 — Soloist, Ballet du Grand Théâtre de Bordeaux
- 2006–2007 — Soloist, Ballet de Saint-Pétersbourg
- 2003–2006 — Ballet Artist, Mariinsky Theatre
Education
- Vaganova Academy of Russian Ballet (2000–2003) — Saint Petersburg
- Perm Ballet College (1994–2000) — Perm