Katie Ulissey is an American dancer, choreographer, educator, and author, known for her distinguished career in ballet and Broadway theater, as well as her contributions to research on ancient civilizations alongside her husband, Dr. Robert M. Schoch.
Katie began her professional dance career at the age of sixteen, performing with companies such as the Maryland Ballet and the Feld Ballet. She later transitioned to Broadway, where she was part of the original casts of productions including "The Mystery of Edwin Drood," "Rags," "The Red Shoes," and Andrew Lloyd Webber's "The Phantom of the Opera," in which she portrayed the role of Meg Giry for several years.
Beyond performing, Katie has contributed to the arts as a choreographer and musical stager for various off-Broadway and national productions. She has also taught master classes internationally and held teaching positions at institutions such as Harvard University's Dance Program, the American Repertory Theater, The Boston Ballet School, and Wellesley College.
Katie married geologist and researcher Dr. Robert M. Schoch in 2010. Together, they have explored various ancient sites, including Easter Island, where they were married. Katie contributes to Dr. Schoch's research, bringing her unique perspective and insights to their shared interests in ancient civilizations.