Esther Geoffrey’s star shone brightly in Colorado Springs. Arriving in 1959, Esther quickly became a fixture — and ultimately a legend — in the local dance community. She led the Colorado College Children’s and Laymen’s Dance Program for 36 years and founded the Children’s Dance Theater, through which thousands of local children were introduced to dance. As artistic advisor to the Colorado Springs Dance Theatre (CSDT), Geoffrey brought renowned dance companies to our community, including Ballet Folklorico de Mexico, Alvin Ailey of New York, Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, and Ballet de Montreal.

But perhaps most importantly was her lasting impact on her students. Professional dancer and former student Laura Haney remembers, “Over the years, Esther coached and mentored me, and pushed me in a way that I always knew came out of care and her belief in my potential.” Learn more about Esther Geoffrey at E=Esther Geoffrey at CSPM’s Story of Us: https://cspmstoryofus.com/