Please tell me about your early life.

I’ve always been someone full of curiosity and passion - someone who likes to explore different paths, from dancing and choreographing, to more recently, building exciting video games. For me, life has always been about creating, expressing, and discovering what’s possible. 

My journey started in Moldova, where I first stepped into the world of ballet - not really knowing what to expect. But very quickly, I understood how deep and creative this art form could be. It challenged me, inspired me, and opened up so many doors. 

After taking part in competitions in Romania, I was invited to study at the Ballet Akademie in Munich, where I spent three intense and rewarding years developing my technique and style.

After graduating, I joined Opera Wrocławska in Poland. There, I danced in many productions - but something else began to take shape - I started choreography. While performing, I realised that every movement is a kind of language, telling a story without words. That idea stayed with me. I wanted to shape my own stories, and when I choreographed for the first time, the result felt surprisingly fresh — not only for me, but for the audience and even for the company. That response gave me confidence and pushed me to keep creating. 

Photographer: Vitalii Zahynailo 

Later on, I joined a touring company and began performing all over America. More than 200 theatres -each one unique, with its own energy and story. It was a dream experience that brought new challenges and growth, both as an artist and as a person. 

But my life I not just ballet. During the pandemic, everything slowed down. Like many others, I found myself with more time and space to think and explore. That’s when I got curious about something totally different: how video games are made. I started learning, trying out tools, and experimenting. It felt I had found another way to tell stories and express my ideas - just like dance, but in a different language. Over time, I started building my own games, improving my skills step by step. Recently, I even signed a publishing deal with THE BALANCE, a Korean mobile game publisher, which has been a huge motivation to keep going. 

Today, I’m still dancing, still engaged in in choreography, and still creating. Whether on stage or in code, I’m always looking for new ways to connect, move people, and build something meaningful. In the future, I hope to keep pushing both paths - with fresh projects in choreography and new ideas in game development. 

How I Started Choreographing
While dancing, I realised every movement is like a language - it tells a story. That made me want to create my own. The first time I choreographed, it went way better than I expected. It felt fresh to me, to the audience, and even to the company. That moment gave me confidence to keep going and to shape my own voice through movement. 

The Past Year
It’s been full of change. I’ve been far from family and friends, but at the same time, one of my dreams came true - I got to visit and work in the U.S. I’ve danced in over 200 theatres, each with its own story. I have made new friends and had new challenges that have helped me grow. 

Key Skills in My Work
As a ballet dancer: physical strength, staying healthy, and learning fast.
As a choreographer: adaptability - things go wrong and you have to make it work. Also, keeping the audience engaged is key.
As a game developer: constant learning, being creative, and not being afraid to experiment—even mistakes can lead to breakthroughs. 

Projects and Innovations
I’m currently refining my games, focusing on a modern, stylish interface. I’ve signed with THE BALANCE, a South Korean mobile content publisher working across global markets.

I’m still pushing forward with my choreographies too and open to creating something new—possibly with a Scandinavian or medieval twist next year. 

Looking Ahead
I’m excited for new opportunities as a choreographer, and I’m planning to update my current games or hopefully develop a new one - this time maybe in a team. 

H2O
Water has always been part of who I am. It keeps me grounded, helps me think clearly, and brings a kind of calm I can’t really explain. Whether it’s the sound, the movement, or just being near it, water always gives me a sense of balance. That’s why I appreciate Golden Bar Aqua so much - it reflects that same calm and clarity I appreciate. It’s clean, honest, and feels like it’s made with real intention - I genuinely enjoy it.