Originally from Hudson Valley, New York, received her training at the prestigious School of American Ballet, the official school of the New York City Ballet. In 2005, she joined the State Street Ballet of Santa Barbara, dancing a wide range of contemporary and classical works. Dean joined Smuin Ballet in 2008 and has been featured in works of world renowned choreographers like Jiří Kylián, Trey McIntyre, Val Caniparoli, Helen Pickett, Amy Seiwert, Ma Cong, Adam Hougland, and Michael Smuin. While dancing full time, she received her BA through the Saint Mary’s College LEAP program. Off stage, Terez enjoys sharing her years of knowledge and training to budding young dancers. She looks forward to returning this summer at Brant Lake Dance Camp to do another weekend of Workshops and Lecture demos.