We’re thrilled to share some exciting news with our Sacramento Ballet community: Kiera Anderson, Ed.D., has officially joined Sacramento Ballet as our new Executive Director 🎉

Kiera brings an extraordinary blend of nonprofit leadership, arts education, and community engagement to the role, along with a deep belief in the power of the arts to connect, inspire, and transform. She steps into this position at a dynamic moment for the organization, helping advance Sacramento Ballet’s vision as an epicenter for the arts while championing its mission to broaden the human experience through dance.

Before joining Sacramento Ballet, Kiera served as Director of Advancement at PRO Youth and Families, where she led fund development efforts that resulted in significant growth in individual giving, grant funding, and mission-aligned corporate partnerships. Her career has long bridged leadership and creativity; she has taught theatre at St. Francis High School in Sacramento, expanded youth dance programs through the DEA Educational Foundation, and worked professionally as a musical theatre performer, dancer, and choreographer in New York and regional venues.

Known for her collaborative leadership style, positive communication, and creative problem-solving, Kiera holds a master’s degree in education from Trinity College Dublin and a doctoral degree in educational leadership and innovation from New York University. Just as importantly, she brings strong roots in Sacramento and trusted relationships within the region’s philanthropic and cultural communities, paired with a keen understanding of the broader performing arts landscape.

“Kiera is the ideal leader for our organization,” says Alyssa Paoletti, President of the Sacramento Ballet Board of Directors. “Her passion for the arts, combined with her breadth of experience, makes her a wonderful partner for Sacramento Ballet. We are delighted to move forward together as we continue to elevate our artistic excellence and deepen our impact throughout the Sacramento community and beyond.”

For Kiera, this role is deeply personal. “This is a dream come true,” she shares. “I’m honored to be given the opportunity to help lead and grow this incredible Sacramento institution that I believe has the power to transform hearts, inspire communities, and elevate the human spirit.”

Kiera officially began her role on January 5 and has already hit the ground running, and has been working closely with the Board and supporting staff as we prepare for our upcoming performances of Sleeping Beauty, running February 13–15, 2026.

We couldn’t be more excited for what lies ahead and look forward to sharing this next chapter together!