Noah C. Haeussner, a veteran producer with more than twenty years in film, television, and documentary work, is partnering with Orlando Pena and Ovations Dance Academy to create a documentary during the 2026 Summer Intensives. With experience spanning major studios such as Warner Bros., Paramount, Sony Pictures, and 20th Century Fox, and credits including Arctic, Janis: Little Girl Blue, Introducing Selma Blair, and Shawn Mendes: In Wonder, Noah brings a deep understanding of storytelling, production, and artistic discipline.
This filmmaking initiative will follow Ovations students through their summer training, capturing their daily work, breakthroughs, and the personal growth that happens inside the studio. As Noah writes, “Great artistry is built on discipline,” and the dancers at Ovations embody that truth through focus, resilience, and a willingness to push beyond their comfort zones.
The project highlights the intersection of dance and film, giving students hands-on exposure to the filmmaking process while documenting the heart of the Ovations experience — the mentorship, community, and creative courage that define the program. Noah describes the collaboration simply: “I’m honored to document the journey of these young artists and capture the passion and community that make this program so special.”
