Jessica began her classical ballet training with Kirov Ballet Principal Marat Daukayev. Under his tutelage she was given the opportunity to perform with Universal Ballet of Korea in their 2006 production of the Nutcracker as well as advanced to the New York City Finals of the Youth America Grand Prix competition in 2007. While continuing her study of Vaganova ballet technique, she also worked with other master ballet teachers including Colleen Neary, Thordal Christensen, and Robyn Gardenhire. In 2010 Jessica performed as a soloist with the City Ballet of Los Angeles under the artistic direction of Robyn Gardenhire. During her time with City Ballet of Los Angeles she appeared as a ballet dancer on the Bonnie Hunt Show, Good Day LA and most recently in the movie Honey 2 (2011).Sam Perry (I) a musical composer at Universal Studios during the 1930's was Jessica's Great Grandfather. Sam worked for 12 years as a general musical director and recording manager for Conorized Music Company of New York as well. Show less «