owners & artistic directors

Andrea LaMaina is a dedicated dance educator with 30 years of experience. She holds a BFA in Dance Performance and Education from Towson University. Andrea is a past President of DMA, Florida Chapter 2, and is a member of both Dance Master of America and Dance Educators of America. She holds National Teacher Education Certification and Teacher Certification in Dance/Vocational Arts.

Additionally, Andrea is the President of "The Young Dancer Foundation of South Florida, Inc.," a non-profit 501(c) (3) organization that accepts charitable donations to benefit young dancers. She is also the Co-Founder of the So- Flo Tap Festival, promoting the art of tap dancing in South Florida.

Andrea enjoys the creative process and her choreography has won many awards throughout the years. When she isn’t teaching or choreographing for That’s Dancing students, she freelances as a judge, teacher, and choreographer at regional and national dance events. You will also find her teaching at summer intensives and other community events as she is eager to always be sharing and promoting dance in the community.

Andrea's passion is helping her students achieve their goals. She is the proud teacher of a YoungArts award winner and her students regularly earn scholarships to prestigious dance programs. You can find her prior students, dancing professionally, teaching, choreographing and continuing to fill the world with the art of dance.

Before becoming the co-owner and Artistic Director of That's Dancing, Andrea designed an exploratory arts curriculum for NJ Public Schools. She has received accolades for her innovative curriculum development, including a nomination for The Sallie Mae Best New Teacher of the Year Award.

Throughout her career, Andrea has trained, danced, taught, created, inspired and led. She continues to be an active member of various dance associations and is committed to excellence, innovation, and community service through the art of dance. Andrea's lifelong love of dance drives her to passionately share her knowledge with future generations of young artists.

Michele Walsh is a highly qualified dance educator with a Master of Education in Dance from Temple University and a Bachelor of Arts in Theater from the University of Miami. She holds a teaching certification in Acrobatic Arts and is a certified teacher with the Dance Masters of America Organization. Michele is a past Vice-President of Dance Masters of America Florida Chapter 2 and a member of Dance Educators of America, Florida Chapter.

Michele has an extensive background in dance education and choreography, having trained with renowned instructors such as Fred Knecht, Katiti King, Eva Gholson, David Howard, and Francis Kiernan. Before relocating to Florida, she served as the Head of the Performing Arts Department and dance teacher at the Purnell School in New Jersey, where she taught a variety of dance styles to students ages 13-18.

In addition to her teaching and choreography experience, Michele has danced professionally with the Red Bank Ballet Company and the American Repertory Theatre. She has also performed as a lead dancer for the band The Beat Club in live concerts throughout South Florida, including a featured performance in the Super Bowl XXIII halftime show at Joe Robbie Stadium in Miami.

Michele stays current in the dance world by attending various workshops and conventions, such as the Jazz Dance World Congress in Chicago, the Dance Teacher Now Convention in NYC, and the Florida Dance Festival in Tampa. She is dedicated to promoting dance through her memberships in the National Dance Association and The Florida Dance Association.

Michele's passion for choreography extends to both competition and recreational dances, as well as teaching adults who are new to dance. She finds joy in their enthusiasm and eagerness to learn.

2024-2025 in house faculty

Nicole Smith graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor of the Arts degree in Interdisciplinary Studies and a minor in dance. She is a That’s Dancing and Fusion Force Dance Company Alumni. Nicole also trained at New World School of the Arts (NWSA), a dance conservatory and performing arts college, in Miami.

Shortly after completing her first year at NWSA, she was accepted into the University of Central Florida. While attending UCF, Nicole focused her degree studies in dance and the arts. In addition to her active role in the UCF dance community, Nicole also became involved in the performing arts throughout Central Florida and began her career as a dance educator and choreographer.

While in college, Nicole was selected to tour with MAC Cosmetics as a model and tap dancer to help launch their cosmetic line "Hey Sailor!" She has been a part of the Entertainment Department at SeaWorld in Orlando, Florida as a character performer.

After a successful season at SeaWorld, Nicole accepted a contract with VEE Corporation to travel and tour the United States and Canada with Sesame Street Live where she was chosen to play the lead role of Elmo in the production: Elmo Makes Music. After her tour ended, Nicole moved to South Florida where she continues to teach, perform, and choreograph.

Nicole is celebratedher 10th season as a faculty member and resident choreographer at That’s Dancing where she also serves as the Director of the Young Dancer Program. In addition to teaching, Nicole helps co-produce So Flo Tap Fest with Andrea LaMaina and Kelly Krammer. In October 2022, Nicole and Andrea had the opportunity to partner with SoDanca to produce the first ever So Flo Tap Fest fundraising event, “Toe, Ball, Heal,” to raise money for the Susan G. Komen Foundation.

She is a member of the iTap Online Virtual Dance Community and successfully completed the Tap Teacher Training course where she focused on teaching tap dance history, improvisation, and music theory. Nicole is also certified as a Level 1 “Building Blocks of Dance” instructor which focuses on strength training and injury prevention for young dancers.

Her additional credits include: choreography and production work on the short dance film 'Ayita's Dream,' which won Best Film at Film Gate film festival, and lead choreographer for the concept dance video “Presidente,” which was used as a part of the Pepsi campaign in 2020.

Nicole is passionate about dance and life, and strives to inspire and educate the next generation of young artists and leaders.

Katherine Lameyer Beukers has been teaching dance in Palm Beach County for the past nineteen years and joined the faculty of That’s Dancing in the summer of 2008. She teaches part time at That’s Dancing, her classes include ballet, lyrical, tap, jazz, acrobatics, & classes for the Young Dancer's Program. She has choreographed for Fusion Force Dance Company and was awarded Best Choreography for Senior Jazz Company "Transcendence" at Ticket to Broadway. She has over thirty years of experience as a dancer, as well as many years of competing and winning regional and national competitions. She has also won several dance scholarships, including the Overall in Acrobatics “Edith Royal Scholarship”, and was awarded 8th place overall for the "All-Around Scholarship", and many more, with these honors she had been given the opportunity to train with many respected and admired dance teachers. She also continues her dance education by attending teacher conventions and taking master classes. Ms. Katherine has also received her Certification for Module One with Acrobatic Arts. She was a member of Florida Dance Masters “Main Attraction” and a contestant on ABC Family’s “Dance Fever” in 2003. Katherine also pursues film & TV, and was part of the filming of the Adam Sandler movie, “Jack and Jill”. She was also part of the filming for “Rock of Ages”, “Step up 4” and Discovery Channels "Shark Week: Black December". Mrs. Beukers aspires each day to share her knowledge and love of dance with her students in an educational and fun atmosphere.

Larry Albright graduated with a BA concentrated in Hip Hop culture from Rutgers University in 2003, Mr. Larry has been teaching, dancing, training and performing his style of hip-hop for 20+ years.  He has had the pleasure of choreographing for artists such as Sean Kingston “Fire Burning,” JRand "Ride," & Black Dada “Imma Zoe”. He has also been featured as an opening act for such artists as B.O.B., T-Pain, Cobra Starship, Ricky Martin, Sean Paul, The Spinners and the Village People. Larry has also been seen on MTV with Pitbull and The Tonight Show with Jay Leno where he performed with J Rand featuring Flo Rida. Though he loves to perform, his passion lies in teaching. His teaching experience is quite extensive having taught all over the country and abroad. He teaches all levels from elementary to collegiate and professionals. Some of his former students have gone on to dance with Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, Beyonce, Brittney Spears and Rihanna.  He has conducted master classes for many conventions including Dance Educators of America, Dance 4 Life (Bahamas), Pick the Stars International (CAN), and UDX Hip Hop Convention. He has also taught & choreographed at many colleges including Rutgers University, FIU, FSU and Florida School of the Arts. His latest projects include being one of the choreographers for the crowd immersive & energetic productions of "MOTO" PALM BEACH NIGHTS" "KOORAZY" & "CASE FILES" presented by Loud Live Productions. Currently, Mr Larry teaches dance for the school district of Palm Beach County, The Greene School and Palm Beach Atlantic University. Most recently, Mr. Larry can be seen performing in and Choreographing the opening of the Palm Beach Film Festival's SSOF as well as music videos for recording artists GAWVI and Blanca. Mr Larry is honored to be a part of the Board of Directors for Natural Movers Foundation Inc.

Loren Foster received her BFA in Dance from Florida State University with honors in Liberal Studies. While at FSU, she was a member of the Dance Repertory Theatre, the dance department’s performance company. She was also a member of FSU’s Golden Girls, the university’s competition dance team. A native Floridian, Loren trained with many local teachers and graduated from the Alexander Dreyfoos School of the Arts as a dance major. She joined the faculty of That’s Dancing in 2002 teaching classes in ballet, pointe, tap, jazz, lyrical and modern dance at all ages and levels. Ms. Foster also works with Fusion Force Dance Company and her choreography has received numerous awards at regional competitions. Ms. Foster is the teacher and choreographer of Senior Miss Headliner National 2006-2007. Her award winning solo choreography represented Team USA at the IDO World Showdance Championships 2006 in Riesa, Germany and placed 4th in the world. Before joining the That’s Dancing family, she served as Dance Director of LimeLight Productions, Inc. in Sierra Vista, Arizona, teaching ballet, jazz,and tap, modern, hip-hop and musical theater. She regularly attends dance workshops and festivals including the Arizona Jazz Dance Festival in Tucson, the Florida Dance Festival in Miami, the Southeastern Tap Explosion in Atlanta and the Jazz Dance World Congress in Chicago. Loren is certified by the state of Florida in Dance K-12 and Elementary Education K-6 and is currently teaching Dance and Project Based Learning at The Conservatory School at North Palm Beach where she collaborates with classroom teachers to design and implement arts integrated projects which inspire students to learn through the arts.

Walter Garcia, a Cuban-born dancer, began his training at the prestigious National Ballet School in Havana under some of the top instructors in the field. Throughout his career, he has graced the stage with renowned companies such as the National Ballet of Cuba, Nevada Ballet Theatre, and Silicon Valley Ballet. Walter's talent has been recognized internationally, earning him Silver and Bronze medals at prestigious ballet competitions. In addition to his performance career, he also shares his expertise as a guest teacher at various institutions, including the Dreyfoos School of the Arts and Dance Wisconsin. Walter's passion for ballet and dedication to his craft shine through in every step he takes.

Kameron Bink started dancing at 6 years old; receiving training in many areas including jazz, tap, ballet, acrobatics, hip hop and contemporary. Being a daredevil at heart, Kameron enjoys many activities such as riding motorcycles and skydiving. One of Kameron’s most memorable dance experiences has been appearing on the hit TV show “So You Think You Can Dance?” as a Top Ten Finalist. He is also an in demand master teacher, choreographer & guest dancer across the USAwith the Dance Convention Manhattan Dance Project. Kameron joined the faculty in 2014.

Leah Stricker began dancing at the age of three in Boynton Beach, Florida with Southern Dance Theatre under the direction of Penni Greenly. Leah was a part of the Dancer’s Edge Company for seven years and was captain of the Dancer’s Edge Company her Junior and Senior year of high school. Leah attended both Bak Middle School of the Arts for middle school and Dreyfoos School of the Arts for High School as a dance major.

Recently, Leah attended Marymount Manhattan College in New York City, graduating in three years with a Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship and a minor in dance and accounting in 2020. While in New York City, Leah trained at Broadway Dance Center with choreographers such as Ashlé Dawson, Theresa Stone, Ellenore Scott, Phil Orsano, Sheila Barker, and KC Castellano. She also trains with Academy of Villains located in Los Angeles, California with choreographers such as Michelle Olson and Taylor Berry. Leah has been accepted into Broadway Dance Center’s professional semester program where she will continue her training in August of 2022. Currently, Leah is a member of the Virtual Movement Academy, as well as the company Unikiyo.

Over the past three years, Leah has been a choreographer for Loud Live Productions under the direction of Kenneth Fowler. Recently, she has choreographed for the company Katel Mizik where her choreography was featured in a live band performance. Leah has taught at many studios in the South Florida area, has created many concept videos featuring dancers all around, and has choreographed for a projection mapping workshop hosted by Loud Live Productions. She has also trained in styles such as Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Modern, Contemporary, and Improv. Leah aims to teach her students more than just movement,enhancing their abilities as artists.

Taylor Russell is pursuing her Master of Fine Arts in Dance at Hollins University and received her BFA from Jacksonville University for her undergrad. Her passion for dance started at the tender age of three and has had the privilege of training at Meg Segreto’s Dance Company and Performance Edge Dance Complex leading up to her college training. Russell is well versed in disciplines such as Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Modern, Pointe, Contemporary/Lyrical, and more. Throughout the years of her dance training, she has attended many prestigious summer programs including Alvin Ailey, Rockettes, Vladimir School of Classical Ballet, Joffrey Ballet Summer Intensive in L.A., California, Alonzo King Lines Summer Intensive training with Alonzo King himself. As a competition dancer, Russell was a repeated high scorer in small groups and solo dances competing for title in her senior year of high school taking 3rd place in the national championship. In love with drama as well, Russell was chosen to be the lead choreographer and lead performer in several adapted musical stages plays for Standing Ovations Theater, the most renowned homeschool drama club in Broward County. Grease, High School Musical, and Fiddler on the Roof are some of her credits during that time. In her four years at Jacksonville University, she has quickly become a chosen favorite for exclusive pieces early on in her freshman year. She has worked with and been a principal dancer for choreographers such as Robert Moses, April Henehan, The Nicholson Twins - backup dancers for Ariana Grande, Joe Cutler of Koresh Dance Company, Kara Davis of Alonzo King Lines Ballet, and several others. She had a short stint on the Sirens Jacksonville University dance team but chose to focus on her classical dance training and finish up her B.F.A. of Dance. Regarding professional experience, she performed in Superbowl 2020 as a field dancer as team Shakira. As a dance educator, it is her desire for all children, regardless of socio-economic background, to experience and explore the gift of dance. Upon graduation, it is her desire to grace the stages in the United States and abroad sharing her love for dance as a hopeful professional and dance teacher.

Kelly Krammer began her dance career after she graduated from Howard W. Blake high school for the performing arts in Tampa, Florida with a "Masters in Dance." Kelly then went on to study at Florida Atlantic University where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Economics and minor in marketing in 2017. While studying at FAU Kelly danced professionally for the Florida Panthers and was a published fitness model from 2013-2017. In 2017, Kelly won the title of “Miss South Florida”.

Kelly has been teaching dance and choreographing since 2011 at studios across the US and she has continued to study tap dance and has attended several teacher training programs. Kelly is a certified tap teacher by the American Tap Dance Foundation and also has an iTap Online teacher certification from Hillary-Marie. Kelly has taught classes at national dance competitions and conventions and judged several regional and national level competitions. Kelly is currently on the roster with Impact Dance Adjudicators.

Eden Brod has a vibrant career that spans professional cheerleading and television dance, and is thrilled to bring her passion for dance and education to That’s Dancing. As a former Miami Dolphins cheerleader, she had the privilege of performing on some of the biggest stages, igniting her love for dance in front of enthusiastic crowds. Her journey has taken me beyond the sidelines, as she has danced on major television networks like Univision and Telemundo, showcasing her talent and versatility.

Eden’s experiences in the competitive dance world began with a solid foundation in technique, which she has since built upon through various styles such as Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Lyrical, Musical Theatre, Tap, and Hip Hop.

While she cherishes every moment spent performing, her true passion lies in sharing her love for dance with the next generation. Eden finds great joy in working with children, helping them discover their own creativity and confidence through movement. Her approach to teaching combines technical skill with fun and encouragement, ensuring that each student feels empowered and inspired to express themselves.

Eden is excited to join the talented team at That’s Dancing and look forward to nurturing young dancers as they embark on their own journeys in the world of dance!

Jordyn Graham started dancing when she was three-years old in South Florida at ProAm Dance Studio. She attended Florida Atlantic University where she attained a bachelor’s degree in science with a minor in sociology. While attending college she was a Fly Girl on the FAU dance team. Jordyn earned a two-year internship while at FAU with a middle school, creating a dance program for girls and boys, learning to bring both inexperienced and experienced dancers together. Because of her passion for dance, Jordyn teaches at ProAm and Boca Dance and looks forward each day to her classes spreading joy, and seeing self-expression by the students through dance.

Marissa Camper, originally from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, aims to ignite a passion for dance in today’s youth and pass her love for the art form on to the next generation. She attended Gwynedd-Mercy Academy, where she closely collaborated with musicians through performance and studies while taking part in a teaching apprenticeship at Addicted 2 Dance. As a High School Student, she trained and performed with The Lady Hoofers Youth Ensemble and Uniting Colleges Through Tap. Marissa participated in the 2018 University of the Arts Summer Institute, to which she was awarded a scholarship. While studying at Muhlenberg College, she had the honor of training under Shelley Oliver, a founding member of Manhattan Tap. In addition, Marissa attended the Jazz Philadelphia Summit and the Association of Arts Administration Educators Conference. She enriched her collegiate discoveries by performing professionally with The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble as an Apprentice dancer. Marissa's performance credits include the Chicago Human Rhythm Project, "The Tapcracker" '18 and '19, Tap Ties National Tap Dance Day, and Muhlenberg mainstage productions. Before moving to Florida in 2020, Marissa taught at studios in Bucks and Montgomery County, PA. She earned her A.A. in Business Administration and is pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree. In the coming years, Marissa hopes to study the role of women in business through the lens of dance while continuing to perform, teach, and choreograph in South Florida.

Laura Alvarez Tapanes is a renowned professional ballerina with an impressive career spanning over two decades. Graduating from the National Ballet of Cuba, she danced as a first-level dancer for 15 years before transitioning into teaching. With a master's degree in training processes of teaching the arts and a specialization in ballet, Laura has shared her expertise with students at prestigious institutions such as the University of the Arts, Cuba and the Fernando Alonso National Ballet School. Her passion for the art of ballet is reflected in her meticulous approach to training dancers of all levels, focusing on Cuban ballet methodology and repertoire. Laura's dedication and talent make her a valuable asset to the world of dance education.

Kelsey Nelson has over 25 years of dance experience ranging from major motion pictures to teaching students all across North America, judging for several prestigious dance competitions within the United States, and creating her own conditioning program for dancers. She received her Bachelor of Science in Dance Management from Oklahoma City University. Some of Kelsey's professional performing credits include working with choreographers like Fatima Robinson on Anchorman II: The Legend Continues (major motion picture), Mia Michaels on Rock of Ages (major motion picture),  Disney's Million Dollar Arm (major motion picture), HSN, Royal Caribbean International, Feld Entertainment/Feld Motor Sports, Cirque Productions, Universal Orlando, Busch Gardens, Hardrive Inc., Event Show Productions, D Squared Productions, Cirque USA, and many more. Along with performing, Kelsey has a passion for providing quality instruction and choreography. She has had the opportunity to continually develop both her teaching and choreography portfolio by working with St. John's University, Wake Forest University, McKendree University, University of South Florida, New Bern High School (NC), Father Lopez High School (FL), Barron Collier High School (FL), Oviedo High School (FL), Victoria's School of Dance, USA Ambassador Pageant, Cirque USA, BookAFlashMob.com, Universal Dance Association and many studios located within the United States and Canada. Kelsey has been honored to be a Master Instructor for National Dance Alliance, Universal Dance Association and Dance Team Union in the past few years. You can find Kelsey on the judging panel of several different national competitions and as a member of Impact Dance Adjudicators. She has had the honor of judging several different National Finals for Universal Dance Association and USASF. She is always working to provide the most beneficial and valuable critiques possible to help both students and teachers alike grow and develop. Her passion for dance spreads wide and far and is always looking for new ways to continue to expand her wings in the entertainment and education industry.

Sasha Campbell is a driven and passionate dancer who brings years of experience and dedication to the world of dance. Starting her career at just 10 years old, Sasha quickly rose through the ranks to become a competitive dancer and member of various dance companies. Her time with Kenny Fowler's Loud Live Productions and MESH Entertainment allowed her to hone her skills, connect with industry professionals, and showcase her talent on various stages and events. In addition to her impressive performance resume, Sasha also discovered a love for choreography during her high school years. Winning awards for her choreographed pieces and teaching successful open classes, Sasha is excited to share her knowledge and passion for dance with others. As a student at Florida Atlantic University, Sasha continues to push herself to grow and evolve as a dancer and choreographer. With a bright future ahead of her, Sasha Campbell is a rising star in the dance world, ready to make her mark and inspire others through her talent and dedication.

Cynthia (Cece) Volce, born and raised in South Florida, has been dancing since the age of three years old when she found her love for dance at Mrs. P’s Dance & Acrobatics Studio in Boca Raton. In 2014 she continued to follow her love for dance and joined the That’s Dancing family where she focused on contemporary, ballet, jazz, lyrical, modern, and hip hop. Cece graduated from Somerset Academy Canyons High School in 2020 with the goal of becoming a choreographer and has come back home to That’s Dancing to further pursue her passion! She works the front desk, answering questions with a smile and is there to make your experience positive. FUN FACT …Cece also speaks fluent Spanish and Portuguese!

STOPPING BY TO CHOREOGRAPH, TEACH AND INSPIRE…

INTRODUCING OUR GUEST ARTISTS

Nicholas (Nick) LaMaina is a dance and movement artist originally from South Florida and currently based in New York City. Nick studies at The Juilliard School, class of 2025, under the direction of Alicia Graf Mack and Mario Alberto Zambrano. Nick has performed in work by Bobbi Jene Smith and Or Schraiber, Johannes Weiland, Studio Wayne Mcgregor and Antoine Vereecken, Annamari Keskinen and Ryan Mason, Camille A. Brown, Rena Butler, and Sidra Bell. He performed alongside Sharon Eyal’s company, L-E-V, at The Park Avenue Armory in NYC in R.O.S.E. Also an experienced choreographer, Nick has choreographed over 15 dance works at Juilliard and creates work from New York City to South Florida for pre-professional students. Nick was recently selected to present his work in Juilliard’s Choreographic Honors.  Nick has attended programs including: The NDT Summer Intensive, Jacob's Pillow Contemporary Ballet and Contemporary Summer Program, GagaLab NYC and TLV, B12 Research or Die, Orsolina28, and The Juilliard Summer Dance Intensive. Nick was awarded Finalist in Modern/Contemporary Dance from The National YoungArts Foundation in 2022.  Nick is currently a part of the Gluck Community Service Fellowship - sharing dance as a healing power through community performances. https://www.nicholaslamaina.com

Christi Cianciotto was born and raised in Boynton Beach Florida. She trained at That's Dancing in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, and Hip Hop until 2015 and was a member of Fusion Force Dance Company from 2009-2015. She was also a part of the Park Vista Community High School Dance Team from 2011-2015. Christi attended Florida Atlantic University and graduated in 2019 with her Bachelors in Communication Studies with a minor in Film and Video. During her college experience she was a dedicated member of the Florida Atlantic University Dance Team. The FAU Dance Team entertained and energized crowds at designated FAU athletic events, all football, and women and men’s basketball games, and promotional events at the direction of the administration of the FAU Department of Athletics. Christi is now a member of the Florida Panthers Dance Team-joining the team in its inaugural year of 2022. Her favorite part about being a professional dancer for the NHL is seeing all her dance students at the games and inspiring them to dream big!. She is currently a Youth Protection Advocates in Dance certified dance instructor. Being trained in ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, and hip-hop, Christi is now dedicated to teaching and spreading her passion and love for the art of dance to all her students.

Brenan Gonzalez is from Lake Worth, FL, and began his dance training through his passion and curiosity for hip-hop styles at the age of 4. He is a 2021 graduate from Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts with a major in dance. He is a current third-year BFA student at the University of Southern California Glorya Kaufman School of Dance, graduating in 2025. Through his expansive movement vocabulary in a multitude of dance genres, the idea of hybridity is a significant aspect of his movement study and research, employing various cultural modes and tapping into individual lived experiences. Brenan is a two-time YoungArts awardee, that of which includes a 2020 honorable mention and a 2021 merit award in Modern/Contemporary. More recently, Brenan has delved into site-specific choreographic projects and interdisciplinary performance art, finding complete intersection between movement and other artistic mediums such as film and fashion. Brenan has multiple self-choreographed works and artistic collaborations for the Southern California Choreographic Collective, as well as various works within USC Kaufman’s choreographic showcases. Brenan has performed works by choreographers such as Justin Peck, Jiri Kylian, Peter Chu, Max Pham, Hope Boykin, and more.

Struther White began his professional dance career in Los Angeles in 2011, after moving from his hometown Frederick, Maryland. Currently represented by Clear talent group, his most recent attributes to television has been Prom, the movie based off of the broadway show starring his dance partner Meryl Streep; and a Netflix series starting this fall Worn Stories. He has worked with music sensations including Kanye West, Blake Shelton, Sofia Carson, Backstreet Boys, Eden XO, Aluna George, Jack Black, Will.i.Am, Leona Lewis, Sam Tsui, and was on the 2016  Purity Ring Tour.  Struther has also created a successful career for himself in the television industry and can be seen in commercials for GAP, The Greatest Showman, Ellen, AUDI, Maserati, Volvo, Ford, Staples, Vivienne Westwood, JOY, he has performed on the Emmys, The Ellen Show, People’s choice awards with Rita Ora, and assisted Mia Michael’s for season 14 of So You Think You Can Dance. He has also performed live for VMA’s in Beijing, China, MAC cosmetics tour, and several LA contemporary companies including Royal Flux and Embodiment; who were on season two of World Of Dance.

JAYSON DOUGLAS is originally from Paterson, New Jersey, where he began his dance training at Dance World Academy. He continued his studies at Steps on Broadway, Broadway Dance Center, The Ailey School, and Point Park University in Pittsburgh, PA. Jayson has performed for several ballet companies such as Minnesota Dance Theatre, Lexington Ballet, and Company C Contemporary Ballet - which was named one of the top 25 companies in the world by Dance Magazine - where he danced in Twyla Tharp’s “Surfer at the River Styx.” In April 2014, he performed as a principal dancer with Sarah Berges Dance in Paris, France. Jayson moved to Minnesota to dance with James Sewell Ballet, with whom he had the opportunity to tour Cannes, France, and most recently danced with Minnesota Dance Theatre. Previously, he was the resident choreographer/assistant director of Ashley Ballet Arts Academy's youth company, Midland State Ballet and Sarah Berges. Pulsing will be his first commission with Minnesota Ballet, and he was recently named the Artistic Director of Syracuse City Ballet and is the co-director of NIJAD Dance Artists.

Blu Furutate is a Japanese-American born and raised in Manhattan, New York. Blu currently attends The Juilliard School as part of the Dance Division’s Class of 2025. She began her pre-professional training as a merit-based scholarship student at The Ailey School and later studied at French Academie of Ballet. She continued to develop her artistry at LaGuardia Arts High School and MOVE|NYC| Young Professionals Program under the direction of Nigel Campbell and Chanel DaSilva. Blu has received additional training from American Ballet Theatre, Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, Alonzo King LINES Ballet, The School at Jacob’s Pillow Contemporary Program, Orsolina28 Sol Leόn & Paul Lightfoot Intensive, and Orsolina28 (Kylián, Goecke, and Pite) Intensive Program. She has worked with choreographers such as Greg Lau, Micaela G. Taylor, Darrell Grand Moultrie, Shamel Pitts, and Sidra Bell. Additionally, she has performed work by Johannes Wieland (set by Ami Shulman). She has also been a guest artist alongside Gibney Company Artistic Associate Jie-hung Connie Shiau in Obremski/Works under the direction of Jesse Obremski, as well as being Obremski/Works’ inaugural AAPI VISION Fellow (2022). She has been named Dance Spirit Magazine’s March 2021 Cover Model Search Winner.

Kenneth Fowler was born in a small town, Belle Glade, Fl. His interest in show biz started at a very young age. It started with a school field trip to see a Snow White production. He was mesmerized by the lights, sound, and special effects. He also fell in love with the art of dance and music. While in school, Fowler entered school dance and talent shows, performed with several dance and step troupes. He choreographed for several dance troupes, high school marching bands, modeling shows, drumlines, cheerleading competitions, step master of an organization by the name of Kappa League lead by the KAPPA ALPHA PSI fraternity and section leader of the number one drumline in alm beach county. He attended Bethune Cookman College where he studied music and became apart of the famous world known marching band “The Marching Wild Cats” as a drummer. Kenneth has performed in the opening acts for many celebrity artists including, Mario, Far East Movement, Jason Derulo, Busta Rhymes, Sean Paul, Shaggy, The Marley Brothers, 50 Cent and Jay Sean. He has choreographed for various celebrity artists and a production number for Ben Vereen. Kenneth also has numerous TV appearances, and hosted workshops with MTV award winning choreographer Darren Henson. Kenneth has also had the honor to share the stage with Michael Jacksons first choice dancer for “This is it” and choreographer for world famous Beyonce, Chris Grant, performing a tribute for the Jackson 5 family. Since 2012, Kenneth Fowler, created an entertainment company, Loud Live Productions, an Entertaining, Unique, Immersive, Site Specific Theatrical Experience company. (LLP) Student Youth Performing Arts Company is a new unique performing arts educational organization offering students from all areas of Palm Beach County training in music, drama, acting and all areas of dance education. One of the most exclusive features taught to students is the unique, site-specific, immersive theatrical elements. As part of the LLP Youth Performing Arts Company, students receive weekly training and rare performance opportunities to showcase their specialized skills in the Arts.

Alexander Thomas is a 20-year-old multifaceted artist that continues to create and remain open-mined every single day. As an Alumni of Bak Middle School of the Arts and Dreyfoos School of the Arts, Alexander is currently a Junior BFA Major at USC Glorya Kaufman School of Dance while he has been dancing for 18 years at his home studio at That’s Dancing. Growing up, Alexander has never been new to adversity. With a rare genetic heart disease, diagnosed in 5th grade, he has beaten the odds when told he can't dance anymore. After working with Nike for their Black History Month film in 2020, Alexander founded a non-profit organization that gives back to the underprivileged community and those who are less fortunate. Currently living and actively working in Los Angeles, California, he is an actor who has been a part of many national commercials and films while intending to continue in the entertainment/commercial industry. Alexander not only teaches and performs all dance styles but has now started sharing his choreography with the world. He loves to move and his curiosity loves to bring smiles and enjoyment in his work. His most known quote is “Out of every crisis comes an opportunity.”

Tatiana (Tati) Nuñez - originally from South Florida, is a generous and well‑rounded multi‑disciplinary artist currently based in NYC. She is recognized for her profound physical instrument that articulates at the highest level in the techniques of ballet/pointe, tap dance, and contemporary. Before moving to New York City, Tati spent her youth studying dance at performing arts schools; Bak Middle School of the Arts and Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts under the direction of Heather Lescaille. During her time at Dreyfoos she performed works by Peter Stark, Solomon Dumas, Darrell Moultrie, Troy Powell, Ricardo Pena, Freddie Moore, and Garry Q. Lewis. She also had the opportunity to dance the lead role (Kitri) in the ballet Don Quixote.Tati was very fortunate to grow up and train at That’s Dancing run by her mentors Andrea LaMaina and Michele Walsh for an honorable 15 years. That’s Dancing, unlike most, has a heavy concentration in tap dance. Studio owner, Andrea LaMaina started the SoFlo Tap Festival in 2014. This festival gave her the necessary exposure and the opportunity to learn first hand from iconic/legendary tap dancers from around the world, including Michele Dorrance, Anthony Morigerato, Melinda Sullivan, Nicholas Van Young, Dianne Walker, Brenda Buffalino, Barbara Duffy, Acia Gray, Ayodele Casel and many more. Tati was also chosen to be a part of a select group of dancers to join the Soflo Youth Tap Ensemble and was given the opportunity to act as the Dance Captain/Ensemble while rehearsing works by Aaron Tolson and Christopher Broughton. She also trained at the Joffrey Ballet School and Alvin Ailey  summer intensive with a full scholarship and trained at Ballet Hispánico with a merit scholarship. Tatiana was also selected to study and further her training at The School at Jacob’s Pillow Contemporary Program,Bounce! Summer Intensive, Pre-Professional Dancer Institute, NYCDA Winter Intensive,Dorrance Dance Winter Intensive, So Flo Tap Festival, The Jared Grimes Workshop, and Tisch Summer Residency with Gibney, Evidence Dance, Alvin Ailey, and David Dorfman Dance Company. Tati received her B.F.A. in Dance from NYU Tisch School of the Arts. During her time at NYU, Tati assisted choreographers Camille A. Brown and Jason Samuels Smith for Thoroughly Modern Millie Encores!, she was a featured pointe dancer in Ally Bank’s TV Commercial entitled Anthem which aired nationwide, and made her Joyce Theater debut performing work by Grace Buckley. Tati worked closely with artist Diana Shpungin and was a part of her art exhibition at Smack Mellon; where she co-choreographed a solo performance-art piece en pointe entitled Day For Night. On International Women’s Day 2022, her film supercodex 05 premiered at the Queens Theatre for their Turning in Place II – Women’s Choreographer and Dance Film Festival. Tati was given the opportunity to work as an understudy for Dormeshia and Jason Samuels Smith’s Tap Fam Reunion Production at the Joyce Theater and understudy for Dormeshia’s show at Little Island “Rhythm in Motion” which later debuted at the Joyce Theater summer 2022. Tati performed at Battery Dance (2021) and The Future Dance Festival (2022) for choreographer Brian Golden. She also had the great pleasure to work with Torya Beard, Ayodele Casel, and Anthony Morigerato in Pre-Production for Funny Girl on Broadway. Tati became Social Media/ Marketing Coordinator for BalletCollective and worked for the company from 2022-2024! Summer 2022, Tati signed with CESD Talent Agency and is proudly represented by Sofia Morrow-Schap and Rebecca Lampiasi. She also officially signed with CESD Models/Print NY and is proudly represented by Catherine Marshall for PARTS modeling. She made her NYC choreographic debut at Battery Dance Festival (2022), debuting her work Touch- Returned; she performed works by Ray Mercer (Lion King on Broadway) at the Orpheum Theater for O-PA’s Voices Amplified - Finale, and was a guest artist with Deeply Rooted Dance Theater performing “Church of Nations” at Little Island NYC. Nuñez joined Calpulli Mexican Dance Company, as a guest artist and the lead soloist “Catrina” for their show Dia De Los Muertos - working closely with Emmy award winning and Tony Nominated choreographerJoshua Bergasse. She also joined as a dancer for DLNY Tap Dance Project with choreographers Demi Remick, Dario Natarelli, and Naomi Funaki! Her work Touch-Returned was selected to perform at the Steps on Broadway Beyond Foundation Fall Choreographic Showcase with Nicholas LaMaina, and her dance film shrouds was one of 9 selected to premiere at the Garet & Co. Film Festival. Tati finished out the year performing with Calpulli for their holiday production, Navidad as a principal dancer. She started the new year joining the BalletCollective cast as Sirenette/Sufferer for the World Premiere of The Night Falls!  Tati has been involved in the promotional efforts and Pre-Production of His Story The Musical, directed by 2 Time Tony-Nominated director/choreographer Jeff Calhoun and choreographed by Eamon Foley and Pre-Production for A Wonderful World - Louis Armstrong Musical choreographed by Rickey Tripp and DeWitt Fleming Jr. She also had the opportunity to perform as a swing dancer for choreographer/director Joshua Bergasse at Jazz at Lincoln Center Appel Room. Tati performed work by Reed Luplau for the Dance Against Cancer Benefit at Lincoln Center and performed with Savion Glover and Marshall Davis Jr. in Miami, FL for their collaborative production - Revelations in Rhythm. Summer 2023, Tati made her MUNY debut in their production of West Side Story as Consuela, directed by Rob Ruggerio & original choreography reproduced by Parker Esse! Fall 2023, Tati debuted the role of Arabesque Cookie for the world premiere of Sugar Hill: The Ellington and Strayhorn Nutcracker with choreography by Joshua Bergasse, Caleb Teicher, Jon Boogz and Omar Nieves. Tati started the new year joining Dominique Kelley for Pre-Production for After Midnight at the Paper Mill Playhouse. She also had the opportunity to perform an excerpt of Caleb Teicher’s Bzzz for the Joyce Theater APAP showcase! She was a dancer for The Metropolitan Opera Ballet and made her Met Opera debut performing in La Rondine! Tati made her Broadway debut in Disney’s The Lion King on Broadway and is currently performing 8 shows a week as a female ensemble dancer! She is the Social Media Director for Kanyok Arts Initiative (KAI), and guest choreographer/teacher at That’s Dancing. - tatiananunez.com @tatinunez143

Ekko Greenbaum is an artist currently based in Boston, Massachusetts and studies dance at The Boston Conservatory. Ekko grew up in Lake Worth, Florida, and is an alumni of Dreyfoos School of the Arts. She has performed in work by notable choreographers, including Jennifer Archibald, Murray Lewis, Paul Taylor, George Balanchine, Bob Fosse, and Solomon Dumas. Ekko has received additional training from institutions like Next Generation Ballet, The Philadelphia Ballet, the Limón Dance Company, and SpringBoard Danse Montreal’s SpringboardX with Ami Shulman and Alexandra Wells. Ekko has profound experience in ballet techniques, pointe, contemporary, Graham, Limón, Horton, jazz, and composition. As a choreographer, she received the New Century Dance Project undergraduate choreography award in 2022. Ekko continues to produce work at the Boston Conservatory and has previously been invited to create for MainStage productions. Additionally, she works as a teacher and choreographer for various studios in South Florida. Ekko is also an avid writer, painter, photographer, and musician.

Destinee Jimenez began her dance education in Miami, Florida, at Ballet Etudes of South Florida, where she studied ballet for 10 years. In 2017, she continued her dance training at New World School of the Arts, learning other disciplinary skills. While creating an extensive career as a dancer, Jimenez has taught at Ballet Etudes of South Florida and Pilares Dance. She loves teaching younger kids the magic of dance as creative and expressive means. Upon graduation, she became a student of The Juilliard School, where she is currently studying at. Between Juilliard’s and New World School of the Arts, she danced for choreographers such as Camille A. Brown, Sidra Bell, Robert Battle, Jessica Lang, Caili Quan, Tony Sands. Jimenez has had the opportunities to attend summer programs such as, Miami City Ballet (2015), Peridance Capezio Center (2018), The Juilliard School (2019), and Ballet Plus (2020).

Kailey Worontsoff was born in Long Island, New York, originally from South Florida, and is currently based in New York City.  She is attending The Juilliard School, class of 2026, under the direction of Alicia Graf Mack and Mario Alberto Zambrano.  Kailey has experience in ballet, pointe, Horton, Graham, Limon, contemporary styles, jazz, musical theatre, ballroom, tap, and hip hop.  Kailey will attend Ballet BC 44 for its inaugural summer intensive and Arts Umbrella this summer.  She has also participated in prestigious dance programs, including The Juilliard Summer Dance Intensive, Complexions Pre-Professional Program, and Alonzo King Lines Pre-Professional Adv. Program, Laguna Dance Festival, and The Protégé Movement.  In 2020, Kailey was awarded Finalist in Modern/Contemporary Dance from The National YoungArts Foundation as a sophomore and named U.S. Presidential Scholar in 2022.  Kailey is currently New York City Dance Alliance National Senior Outstanding Dancer.  She graduated from Dreyfoos School of the Arts High School in 2022.

Ryan Jaffe was born and raised in South Florida. He had the opportunity to attend Bak Middle School of the Arts and A.W. Dreyfoos High School of the Arts. He trained in many styles during middle and high school, including Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Contemporary, and Hip Hop. Throughout his career thus far Ryan has been able to perform the works of choreographers such as Jennifer Archibald, Joy Bollinger, Silas Farley, Adam Houghland, Darrell Grand Moultrie, and Matthew Neenan. He has spent many summer and winter breaks training at institutions such as: the school at Jacob's Pillow, The Martha Graham School, BalletX and Bruce Wood Dance. As a choreographer Ryan has received multiple choreography awards at dance competitions in the South Florida area as well as an honorable mention for NDEO's Artistic Merit, Leadership, and Academic Achievement Award. Ryan is currently continuing his studies at Southern Methodist University where he is majoring in Dance performance and Applied Physiology and Health management.

Amanda Servidio is a dance artist based in New York City. Born in West Palm Beach, Florida, Amanda received dance training at Dance Universe under the head direction of Traci-Ann Pierce Skinner and competed as a Company member for 9 years. She is a current BFA candidate at Florida State University where she trains in concert dance with an education on creative process, dance conditioning and teaching methods. Amanda works for Intrigue Dance Convention under Kevin Aubin as guest faculty for welcome shows, staff member and was an assistant in 2019 traveling around the U.S., Canada, and Costa Rica. With graduation approaching, Amanda is a part of the Arts in NYC Program doing her last semester of school as a personal assistant and intern to Holly Ryder. Amanda has been chosen for guest choreography by Christopher Huggins, Troy Powell, Solomon Dumas, Peter Stark, Anjali Austin and has assisted Kenichi Kasamatsu, Deana Brickley, Brodie Rachelle, and more. She is an aspiring choreographer and submitted and performed works at FSU “Days of Dance” concert and has taught and choreographed at a variety of competitive studios in Florida.

Melody Kline, originally from Staten Island, New York and now residing in South Florida, is an accomplished tap dancer who started dancing at age three. Beginning at Chickie’s Dance Studio, her mother’s school, Melody found the love of dance that stayed with her studying Ballet, Tap, Jazz, and Acro. She continued her training through high school while attending the famous High School of Performing Arts in NYC. When she relocated to PA., in 1976 she started her own dance school, Melody’s Dance Studio, in the beautiful Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania which she ran for 37 years. While directing the studio, teaching and raising a family, Melody continued her dance studies in  NYC at both Steps and Broadway Dance Center studying with some of the best in the dance  world, including Paul Draper, Bob Audy, Frank Hatchett, Charles Kelly, Shiela Barker, Don Farnsworth,  and Germaine  Salsberg.  In Pennsylvania she studied with Nicole Hockenberry and Shelley Oliver, and became a member of the company T.A.P. -Teach All People, where she performed for many tap venues and festivals, the Third Coast Rhythm Project in San Antonio, TX. as well as the first of many T.A.P. concerts, where she shared the stage with master tap dancers, LaVaughn Robinson, and Dr. James  “ Buster”  Brown. She was also a founding member of Tap Ties, performing choreography from Nicole Hoceknberry and Shelley Oliver and Germaine Salsberg to name a few. For the last six years, Melody has held adult tap classes of her own and has subbed at various studios in all forms of dance in the South Florida area.  

Melissa Ruiz was born and raised in Miami, FL, where she began dancing at the age of 4 and continued her training in Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, and Modern throughout her school years. In 2002, she moved to Orlando, FL, which brought her many opportunities in the dance industry, performing with many recording artists, Nickelodeon Studios, MTV, McDonald's, and Miller Beer, to name a few. She has choreographed for NBA’s Orlando Magic Dancers, Orlando Predators, FSU's Golden Girls, and UCF Knight Moves along with countless dance studios and dance teams throughout the country. Additionally, she created her own dance convention called Underground Dance Xperience (UDX) and toured 3 seasons with KAR conventions teaching Hip Hop. She has been a dance educator in the competitive world for the past 23 years choreographing mostly in Jazz & Hip Hop. Thirteen of those years were spent raising a generation of dancers as Director/Choreographer of five Hip-Hop competitive companies in Central Florida. Melissa currently teaches and choreographs in multiple styles throughout the country along with being the owner & creator of Underground Movement in Orlando, FL.

Emma Mulé was born and raised in Lake Worth, FL, where she began training at That’s Dancing in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Modern, Contemporary, and Jazz. Currently, Emma studies African and African Diasporic dance and journalism at the University of Florida. Emma is also a current choreographer for Central Florida Choreographers Collaboration, which has allowed her to begin her journey as a choreographer. Her most recent work, entitled “Entanglement,” had the opportunity to be performed at the Dalí Museum in St. Petersburg, FL. Emma enjoys finding ways to blend the art of filmmaking with dance. Emma has one film entitled “Somewhere Only We Know,” and one upcoming film entitled “I Don’t.” Emma is looking forward to sharing the many layers of dance with all age ranges, especially the younger generation. She is excited to be spending her Summer back in South Florida teaching and choreographing.

Hannah Seitner was born and raised in South Florida and began dancing at the age of 2 years old. She spent 15 years of dance training with her home studio; focusing on ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, hip hop, musical theater, and Latin ballroom. Simultaneously, she attended Somerset Arts Conservatory in Pembroke Pines, FL, for grades 6-12; with a concentration in dance. Hannah has done stage and television work, such as Premios Latin music awards where she danced with musical artists J Balvin and Marc Anthony as well as multiple music videos. 
Hannah was an Intrigue Senior Assistant 2019-2020, and Neovate’s first “Best Director” in 2020. She currently teaches and choreographs for her home studio in Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary fusion, and Tap. Hannah is diligent about continuing her dance training and adapting other creative outlets!  

A 2023 That’s Dancing and Fusion Force Dance Company alumni and Dreyfoos graduate, Jordan Albright currently attends the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She is a BFA student who aspires to dance on numerous tours and choreograph for big stages. She’s had the privilege of working with many choreographers ranging from John Manzari (Funny Girl) to Yannick Lebrun (Ailey) and has been involved in music videos like “Qué Pasó” By Gawvi and “Dopamine Dream” by Cain Culto.

Amelia Dole is a Central Florida native who trained at Xtreme Dance Studio and now attends Pace University in their BFA Commercial Dance program. In her training she has performed works by Crystal Pite, Sharon Eyal, Corey Snide, Lauren Gaul, and more. Much of her inspiration is drawn from art and the world around her and she is excited to share!

Amanda Roberts has been dancing for 20 years. She grew up dancing at That’s Dancing where she was trained in ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, lyrical, and hip hop. She was also a member of Fusion Force Dance Company from 2012-2018. After graduating high school, she continued her dance career at UCF as a dance minor, graduating in May 2022. Amanda was also a part of the 2019-2020 UCF Dance Team. Amanda has performed professionally for Universal Orlando Resort, SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment, Insomniac Entertainers, and Hardrive Productions.

Julian Sanchez was born and raised in Miami, Florida and began his dance training at Dance Town at the age of 9 under the direction of Manuel and Lory Castro. He graduated from New World School of the Arts in 2016, and received his BFA from the Juilliard School in 2024. During his time there, he has performed works by Bobbi Jene Smith and Or Schraiber, Ohad Naharin, Hofesh Shechter, Trisha Brown, Omar Roman de Jesus, Jamar Roberts, Rena Butler and Tiler Peck, amongst others. He attended summer programs with Ballet BC, GagaLab, Jacob’s Pillow and B12 Dance Festival. Often contributing to Student Choreographic Workshops, Julian’s work was selected for Choreographic Honors in 2023 and 2024. He most recently premiered a new work at Juilliard’s Senior Production in April.

A native of Lake Worth, Florida, Clarissa Castañeda began dancing on and off at the age of five but did not start ballet until the age of 13 at Boca Ballet Theater under the direction of Dan Guin and Jane Tyree. While at Boca Ballet Theater, she performed many roles and ballets such as Lilac Fairy in The Sleeping Beauty, The Sacrifice in Dan Guin’s The Rite of Spring, George Balanchine’s Serenade, George Balanchine’s Valse Fantisie, and Arabian Lead in The Nutcracker. After graduating in 2015, she went on to attend The Juilliard School. While at The Juilliard School, Castañeda has performed new works by Helen Simoneau, Katarzyna Skarpetowska, Roy Assaf, Stefanie Batten Bland, and Madison Hicks. She has also performed repertoire such as Crystal Pite’s Grace Engine, Richard Alston’s Sheer Bravado, Alejandro Cerrudo’s Little mortal jump, and Peter Chu’s Smile Masking (solo excerpt). Castañeda has also furthered her training at summer programs such as Alonzo King LINES Ballet (full merit scholarship) and Springboard Danse Montréal where she performed William Forsythe’s WorkWithinWork (duet excerpt) and a new work by Jasmine Ellis. After receiving her BFA in Dance from The Juilliard School in 2019, Castañeda moved back home to establish herself as a teacher and choreographer in the South Florida region.