Guest Teaching Artists

Leon Glover is a strong Black & Queer teaching artist, theatrical storyteller and creative, originally from the sunny beaches of Miami Florida. Leon is proud to call himself an alum of the Theater Division of New World School of the Arts, a member of the Actor’s Equity Association and Friend of Dorothy.

Having worked with youth of all ages at French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts and Long Lake Camp for the Arts, he caught the teaching bug and has continued working with varying companies around New York and the country ever since. Companies such as Brooklyn Acting Lab, Applause NY, AfterWork Theater and Broadway Arts Education (formerly Broadway’s Babies) just to name a few. Recently he has continued his work with Gotham Chorus, whose previous collaboration with him has earned top awards at competitions internationally.

Leon can often be found on both sides of the artistic table, collaborating, challenging and spreading joy to as many people as he can. Select theatrical credits include: Hair, Young Frankenstein, Newsies, A Chorus Line, Dance Out: Neverland, Mean Girls and Songs for a New World.

Leon is thrilled to have his little place in the Dance Molinari family, a place that he can hang his hat and happily call home.

Leon Glover

Micki Hardenberg (they/she) is an actor, dancer, singer, and music teacher originally from New Jerseystationed in NYC. They traveled the country with the First National Tour of Bandstand (Ens., u/s Jimmy & Johnny) and performed in regional productions of Singin’ in the Rain, 42nd Street, and A Chorus Line. Most recently, Micki self-produced, directed, and performed B-Sides Now, a musical tribute to the great singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell. As an educator, Micki has over a decade of experience working with students of all ages and helping them grow as performers. For every class, Micki aims to help them not only do their best work, but have the best time while doing it!

Micki Hardenberg

Travis Ward-Osborne is a graduate of the University of Michigan where he received his BFA in Musical Theatre. He is a singer, dancer, and actor with 15 years of professional experience, with credits ranging from regional theatre productions, to national tours, to Broadway. Touring credits include Pretty Woman, Funny Girl, and Moulin Rouge!. Select Broadway credits include Disney’s Aladdin, Miss Saigon, Moulin Rouge!, and Chess. Travis is also a coach for dancing, and acting through song. You can find him on Instagram @TDubbyO and online at traviswo.com

Travis Ward-Osborne

Cassie Silva is from Los Angeles, California., where she began her professional career at the age of 5.

Currently playing Lucy in the Broadway Production of &Juliet, she also understudies both female principles, Anne Hathaway and Angelique. Previously, she helped mount SIX the Musical, performing with everyone company in America, most recently the US Tour as Anne Boleyn.

She is recognized as Brenda from the musical movie Hairspray as well as the hit TV show and cult classic, Legally Blonde: The Search for the Next Elle Woods. Broadway Credits include Matilda the Musical (Bway & 1st Nat’l), and Rock of Ages.

Teacher being another passion, Cassie was the Artistic Director of Studio Collective for the Performing Arts in Los Angeles, 2017-2022 before moving back to NYC where she continues to teach, coach and speak with up and coming performers.

Cassie fell in love and started her journey with the DMO family over the pandemic and loves and supports everything they stand for!

Get in the Attitude Of Gratitude everyday @CassieMSilva

Cassie Silva

Alex Hartman is a New York based performer and choreographer. Broadway: Death Becomes Her (Swing). National Tours: Funny Girl (Vera/Dance Captain). Regional: 42nd Street at Riverside Theatre; Rock of Ages, Guys and Dolls, and Jesus Christ Superstar at ACT of CT (Swing/ Ensemble/ Dance Captain), A Chorus Line (Swing, Associate Choreographer (Broadway World Best Choreography 2019); Holiday Spectacular (Associate Choreographer/ Ensemble) at Transcendence Theatre Company, Funny Girl, Mary Poppins, Crazy for You, Beauty and the Beast, Mamma Mia!, Oklahoma! (Ensemble/Dance Captain), and Footloose (Associate Choreographer) at The Arrow Rock Lyceum. NYC credits include Popstar! (Ensemble/ Assistant Choreographer); Vox Lumiere’s Phantom of the Opera; and The Magician (featuring Dan White). Recent choreography credits include: Arrow Rock Lyceum’s Frozen, ACT of CT’s Waitress (Associate Director/Choreographer), Arrow Rock Lyceum’s Addams Family, Transcendence Theatre’s Hooray for Hollywood (Broadway World Winner - Best Choreography 2022); “Dancin’” Emily Bear music video, “Born to Dance;” Princess Cruise Line (Assistant Choreographer); Boston Lyrics Opera’s La Bohème (Assistant Director), and Celebrate Cedar Point Spectacular (Assistant Choreographer).

Alex Hartman

Broadway: Just In Time, BOOP! The Musical (OBC), Bad Cinderella (OBC). Off Broadway & National Tour: Jersey Boys (Lorraine). Regional: Frozen (Elsa/Maltz Jupiter), Anne of Green Gables (Goodspeed), The MUNY, Alliance Theatre, MT Wichita. Queens, NY native! @tristenjadee

Tristen Buettel

Bella is a professional dancer, educator, and performer who most recently completed her seventh season dancing in the Ensemble of the Radio City Christmas Spectacular, serving as the female swing. Additional favorite performing credits include the National Tour of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Ensemble, u/s Veruca Salt).

Bella began her dance training at the Patel Conservatory at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts in Tampa, Florida, studying ballet, pointe, modern, and jazz. She trained extensively in both the Royal Academy of Dance and Balanchine styles, completing all RAD graded and vocational examinations with distinction. During her summers, she furthered her training with prestigious programs including Houston Ballet, Alonzo King LINES Ballet, Orlando Ballet, Paul Taylor Dance Company, Joffrey Ballet, and Broadway Dance Center.

She earned a Bachelor of Science in Ballet with a concentration in Arts Management from Indiana University.

Regional theater credits include Cinderella, Matilda, and The Prince of Egypt (Ensemble/Swing) at Tuacahn Center for the Arts, and Oklahoma! (Ensemble, Dream Laurey) at North Shore Music Theatre. Additional performance credits include Step One Dance Company for RWS Entertainment aboard Holland America Line, the NBC Upfronts at Radio City Music Hall, and Broadway Bares.

As an educator, Bella teaches dance to students of all ages and experience levels. She has also served as a dance adjudicator for competitions across North America, providing constructive feedback and mentorship to emerging dancers. Passionate about fostering confidence, artistry, and a lifelong love of movement, Bella is thrilled to share her experience and enthusiasm with the future generation.

Bella Calafiura

Dee Tomasetta is a Massachusetts native and graduate of the University of Michigan, where she earned her BFA in Dance from the School of Music, Theatre & Dance. She was honored with the SMTD Emerging Artist Alumni Award and was named Dancer of the Decade by BroadwayWorld.

Dee is currently serving as Swing and Assistant Dance Captain on the First National Tour of The Great Gatsby. She also works as an Associate Choreographer for the Tony-nominated Broadway revival of The Who’s Tommy. Additional Broadway/New York credits include The Who’s Tommy, Heart of Rock and Roll, SIX the Musical, the Radio City Christmas Spectacular, and the New York Spring Spectacular. She previously served as Associate Choreographer and Swing for The Who’s Tommy at the Goodman Theatre, where the production received nine Jeff Awards including Best Production and Best Choreography. She was also Assistant Choreographer for the original Broadway production of Heart of Rock and Roll, U.S. Associate Choreographer for the eight-time Tony-nominated SIX the Musical, and Associate Choreographer for the First National Tour of Finding Neverland, where she also performed the role of Peter Pan. Additional theater credits include Broadway labs of Heart of Rock and Roll, Mrs. Doubtfire, and Bliss.

Dee was a Top 15 finalist on Season 10 of So You Think You Can Dance, where she began working with Emmy Award-winning choreographer Mia Michaels. She later assisted Michaels on multiple projects including So You Think You Can Dance, Joffrey Ballet projects, and Mia Michaels LIVE, and performed her work at the Geffen Playhouse honoring Lin-Manuel Miranda, Dick Van Dyke, and Diane Keaton.

Her film, television, and live performance credits include the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, the 77th Annual Tony Awards, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (Seasons 3–5), The Gilded Age (Seasons 1–2), the 2021 MET Gala, Saturday Night Live, Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Good Morning America, America’s Got Talent, the NBC Upfronts, New Year’s Eve Live with Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen, and performances with Grammy nominee Aloe Blacc. Film credits include The SpongeBob Movie and Disney’s Freaky Friday movie musical. ds

In the commercial and fashion world, Dee has worked with MAC Cosmetics, Reebok, Gillette Venus, Beachbody, Openfit, Capezio, Enbrel, Hasbro, and New York Fashion Week.

In addition to performing, Dee is a passionate educator and serves on faculty at the Joffrey Ballet School, the Institute for American Musical Theatre, and AMDA in New York City. She continues to teach master classes, conventions, and intensives nationwide and is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of artists. Instagram: @deetomasetta

Dee Tomasetta

Micah is a New York native with a passion for all things rhythm. Growing up playing drums, Micah went on to study music education at NYU-Steinhardt before studying musical theatre and dance at AMDA. Since then, he’s been fortunate enough to travel the world acting in musicals and drumming in various rock bands. Favorite theatre credits include Rock of Ages, Shrek the Musical, Monty Python’s Spamalot, Footloose, and Bayside the Musical. Current band/producing projects include @nightwithoutcars, @theduderanch, and @thealicevalentine. When not performing, Micah teaches percussion and tap dance at Dance Molinari while also managing his entertainment company, Imperial Entertainment NYC. You can find him currently on the national tour of STOMP! @micah.cowher

Micah Cowher

Dylis Croman, a Dallas native, started her professional career at the early age of seventeen dancing with the Feld Ballet/NY. After a couple of years of intense company dancing in New York City, she discovered a new love… musical theater. Between Broadway shows and national tours, she has appeared in nine shows… most recently playing the role of Roxie Hart in the musical Chicago on Broadway. Other credits include… Bob Fosse’s Dancin’, Nine, A Chorus Line, Movin' Out, Sweet Charity, Oklahoma, Thoroughly Modern Millie, Applause, Thou Shalt Not and Fosse. Her TV credits include "Guiding Light" as Andrew Daniels, "Great Performances: Dance in America" on PBS, "Smash" on NBC, as well as the upcoming movie musical “Kiss of the Spider Woman”. Dylis is also a respected Bob Fosse aficionado and legacy keeper, teaching the Fosse style when she finds time away from her professional career.

Dylis Croman

Tamii Sakurai is a tap dancer based in New York. She is an Artist in Residence at the American Tap Dance Foundation (ATDF). Her close affiliation with ATDF started as a founding member, then the dance captain, and one of the rehearsal director of Tap City Youth Ensemble, a performing youth tap ensemble of ATDF. Tamii has also had the privilege of working with numerous leading tap companies such as Brenda Bufalino’s “New”American Tap Dance Orchestra, Michelle Dorrance’s Dorrance Dance and Caleb Teicher’s Caleb Teicher and Company. She studied Mathematics and Dance at Hunter College, where she has developed her style of teaching tap dance incorporating numbers and visuals. In 2016, she has made her debut on Off Broadway on STOMP. After the closure of the New York City production of STOMP in 2023, she has joined the International Tour, and has performed in Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Denmark, Monaco, Switzerland, Japan, Taiwan and more! Her recent solo tap works has been premiered at Rhythm in Motion as part of Tap City, New York City Tap Festival. She enjoys sharing the love for the art form through teaching and participating at local jam sessions. For Tamii’s new works and teaching/ performing schedule, please visit tamiisakurai.com

Tamii Sakurai

Elizabeth is an experienced teacher whose passion project is Project Oak Dance. She has studied with the Boston Ballet, Washington Ballet, Ballet Theatre Pennsylvania, The Paul Taylor Studio. She performed with Opus1 Modern Dance Company and the The Brandywine Ballet Company prior to pursuing musical theater. BFA: NYU's Tisch School of the Arts (CAP21, ETW, and The Classical Studio). Elizabeth most recently was seen performing in the cast of Broadway's Some Like it Hot Broadway: Hello, Dolly!, Something Rotten National Tours: Mary Poppins (1st & 2nd National tours), Whistle Down the Wind Regional Highlights: Ragtime at The Kennedy Center, Evita at Sacramento Music Circus, Mary Poppins at The Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival (Mary Poppins), A Chorus Line at The Maltz Jupiter Theatre (Cassie), Ragtime at The Milwaukee Repertory Theatre, Beauty & the Beast at Las Vegas' Planet Hollywood Casino, Mary Poppins at Forestburgh Playhouse (Mary Poppins), A Chorus Line at Merry-Go-Round Playhouse (Cassie).

Elizabeth Earley

JR’s work has been seen across the US and overseas. He just finished a 7 year run at The Book of Mormon Broadway, First National Tour and Second National Tour. He started the show as Elder Michaels and eventually graduated up to Dance Captain. He has, also, performed on Broadway in West Side Story directed by the legendary Arthur Laurents. He has had the pleasure of working with Hunter Bell and Jeff Bowen on the first regional production of their creation: "[title of show]". Other music theatre credits include 24th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Into the Woods, Hairspray, and Andrew Lloyd Webber's Phantom of the Opera. He was also seen as Master Moves Mickey's break-dancing friend for Fisher-Price. His most recent directorial project is Mamma Mia at Ivoryton Playhouse. His other Choreographic and Directorial credits include Off-Broadway's Above Hell's Kitchen, Little Shop of Horrors, Hairspray, and the Denmark Premiere of Avenue Q. He received a Broadway World Nomination for his Choreography of The Producers, and Avenue Q was nominated for a Reumert (the Danish Tony Award). He has danced with Cincinnati Ballet and San Francisco Ballet. He has taught Musical Theatre Masterclasses at several colleges and universities all over the US and in Europe. His students have performed in Broadway/National Tours of over 25 different productions, including the current running Disney's Frozen, King Kong, and The Lion King. Students of his have also appeared in countless commercials and TV shows including SNL, Nurse Jackie and Unbreakable Kimmy Schmitt. Right now, you can tune in to see JR hosting "Cooking With Comedians" by NewdieMag on Youtube.

JR Bruno

Joe was part of the original Broadway cast of A Bronx Tale - The Musical, as well as its world premiere at the Paper Mill Playhouse, and the first national tour. Most recently he was nominated for a Connecticut Critics Circle Award for best lead actor in a musical for his portrayal of “Sonny” at Seven Angels Theatre - a show he co-directed with the uber-talented Janine Molinari. He made his Broadway debut in the Jeff Calhoun/Tommy Tune revival of Grease! as Danny Zuko. Other credits: Des McAnuff’s original production of Jersey Boys (Vegas), The Wanderer, (world premiere), Rock & Roll Man, (New World Stages). Off Broadway: Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding, Nunsense. Regional: Guys and Dolls, Beauty and the Beast. TV: “Another World” (created the role of Joe Carlino, series regular); “All My Children,” (Paolo Caselli), “Law & Order,” “Blue Bloods.” Film: Soon to be released Jersey Boys Live! with Nick Jonas. Joe’s the voice of “Ray Boccino” in Grand Theft Auto IV. Film producer: Migraine, (short), 2012 Tribeca Film Festival, and the upcoming Little Maestro which he also wrote.

Joe Barbara

Annie Tinnirello is an experienced and versatile fitness instructor with a wealth of skills and expertise. She has a passion for working with people of all ages to help them achieve a healthy mind and body. Her proficiency in kickboxing, Zumba, dance, strength and conditioning, coupled with her experience as a licensed Massage Therapist and Esthetician, showcases her well-rounded approach to fitness and wellness. Annie created a unique program, Groove Sculpt, which offers a comprehensive fitness fusion approach to tone, shape and condition the body while moving and grooving to amazing music! Beyond her fitness endeavors, Annie's support for her daughter Violet's career as a professional actor, singer, and dancer demonstrates her commitment to the well-being of young performers. Annie recognizes the importance of fitness and conditioning for performing artists and how it impacts their ability to excel at their craft. Annie’s extensive experience, diverse skill set, and dedication make her a valuable asset in the world of fitness and wellness. Her ability to tailor her approach to different age groups and her passion for helping others achieve their best selves make her a standout in her field.

Annie Tinnirello

Allie Jordan Butcher is a New York City based professional actor, dancer, singer, and choreographer most recently seen in the hit musical “Hamilton: An American Musical.”

Allie Jordan Butcher

Annelise Baker (she/her) has taught dance for over six years at various studios including Brooklyn Ballet and New Canaan Dance Academy. Annelise was in the original cast of Jagged Little Pill on Broadway. She did three workshops and the out of town production of The Outsiders at La Jolla Playhouse. Other credits include, Opera : The Merry Widow (The Metropolitan Opera and The Lyric Opera of Chicago). Regional Credits : Chess (The Muny), Cabaret (Asolo Rep Theater), Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (Merry Go Round Theater Company), Chicago (Riverside Theater), Nice Work If You Can Get It (Theater at the Center), Oklahoma (Paramount Theater), and West Side Story (Drury Lane Theater), 39 Steps (Jean’s Playhouse). Annelise has a BA from Northwestern University.

Annelise Baker

Kathy Calahan is a Broadway performer, teacher, choreographer, and songwriter— and is happiest when her skills help to inspire future generations. She has taught voice at the Music Theatre of Connecticut’s School of Performing Arts, LaGuardia Community College, The Broadway Artists Intensive, and The Broadway Arts Lab. She has been teaching private voice, tap, and theatre dance lessons for several years, with students ranging from absolute beginners to professionals on Broadway. Kathy enjoyed a five- year run in Broadway’s Mary Poppins, where she performed as a swing, covering over 10 parts, including Bird Woman, Mrs. Corry, and Miss Lark. She toured nationally in the original production of Ragtime, shared the stage with Tony Curtis in Some Like It Hot, and danced in Randy Skinner’s pre-Broadway production of White Christmas. She has also performed all around the U.S. in regional theaters. Favorite credits include Dolly in Annie Get Your Gun, Josie in George M!, Polly in Crazy For You, and Woman 2 in And the World Goes ‘Round. As a choreographer, Kathy’s credits include White Christmas, Cole!, The Fantasticks, How to Succeed..., The Melody Lingers On, and Broadway’s Easter Bonnet Competition. Kathy received her BFA from The Boston Conservatory, and was trained classically in voice and piano at The Eastman School of Music. She will always be grateful for her amazing teachers and mentors: Bob Audy (tap), Luigi (jazz), and Rita Shane (voice). Passionate about early- childhood education, Kathy created a CD called Brighten Up! that is available on CDbaby. For more information please visit

Kathy Calahan

Michael Thatcher is a New York City based actor currently in Wicked on Broadway as Witch’s Father/Ozian Official, where he also understudies The Wizard and Dr. Dillamond. Michael is also known for the role of Robert in The Play That Goes Wrong for the Broadway, First and Second National Tour, Off-Broadway, and Chicago Productions. Michael holds an MFA in acting and is excited to use his knowledge and experience to coach actors!

Michael Thatcher

Lauren Soto is a professional dancer, singer and actress based in New York City. Originally from South Florida, she has been dancing since she was three! She has a BFA in Commercial Dance from Pace University. Most recently, she was on tour with Jesus Christ Superstar as the Dance Captain and swing. Other credits include: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (national tour), West Side Story (international tour), Grease (The Rev).

Lauren Soto

Sir Brock is a multidisciplinary artist whose passion for creation knows no bounds. He has most recently appeared on Broadway in musicals such as Paradise Square and Ain’t too Proud: The Life & Times of the Temptations. He has toured with the First National Tours of TINA: The Tina Turner Musical and Summer: The Donna Summer Musical and has performed in two seasons of Encores! at City Center in Jelly’s Last Jam and Oliver! Other performance credits include The Harder They Come: The Public Off Bway; Four seasons with the Radio City Christmas Spectacular; Dundu Dole Urban African Ballet; and In The Heights: Warner Bros Movie; Sir Brock stands as a transformative mentor, fervently dedicated to empowering the next generation. You can catch him on Broadway this fall in the new musical Death Becomes Her starting October 23rd. Sir Brock holds a MBA, MS and BFA and is currently represented by Clear Talent Group.

Sir Brock Warren

Kelly MacMillan is beyond thrilled to be teaching with Dance Moliniari! Theatre credits include thePre-Broadway tryout of The Karate Kid the Musical, Nickie in Sweet Charity (Gulfshore TheatreCompany), Linda in The Wedding Singer (Gateway Playhouse), Footloose! (The Muny), Associate Choreographer/Dance Captain of Pretty Woman (regional premiere at Gateway Playhouse), Rock of
Ages and Addams Family (Gateway Playhouse), and upcoming production of The Full Monty (Gateway
Playhouse), LuLu/Dance Captain in Cabaret (Phoenix Theatre Company), DeLee in Smokey Joe’s Cafe
(ACT of CT), Transcendence Theatre Company and more throughout the country. TV Credits: Principal
Dancer on Apple TV’s ROAR (choreographed by Marguerite Derricks). She has also traveled the world as
a dancer on Holland America Line and choreographed at Kings Island/Kings Dominion. She is
represented by Hudson Artists Agency/ IG: xoxo_kellymac

Kelly MacMillan

Tony d’Alelio is a Dance & Theatre Educator based in Brooklyn, New York. He works extensively with the Verdon-Fosse Legacy as a teacher & has performed work by Mr. Fosse at the Dance Hall of Fame in Los Angeles, Asbury Park Dance Festival, Hudson Valley Dance Festival, & Liza at 80! at Carnegie Hall. Tony has been seen on Broadway in Gypsy starring Audra McDonald, Bob Fosse’s Dancin’, A Chorus Line: 50th Anniversary, and Broadway Bares. He has toured the U.S. with Hamilton, Cats, Kinky Boots, Matilda, & Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. @tonydalelio

Tony d'Alelio

Fernell Hogan is a Houston native and proud graduate of the High School for the Performing and Visual Arts. He is currently starring as Leaf Coneybear in the Off-Broadway production of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.

Select credits include Broadway: Kimberly Akimbo (Original Broadway Cast), The Prom (Original Broadway Cast); National Tour: Mean Girls; Off-Broadway: Saturday Church, Kimberly Akimbo; TV/Film: Law & Order: SVU and Mean Girls (2024).

Fernell loves helping young artists build confidence, develop their craft, and have fun in the process. He is excited to share his passion for theater with the next generation of performers.

Fernell Hogan

Ava Schmidt is a singer, dancer, actress, teacher, and Spanish speaker based in NYC. Hailing from St. Louis, MO, Ava spent her childhood performing at The Muny and training at COCA, a nationally recognized fine arts institution. After receiving her degrees in Spanish, Musical Theatre, and Dance and a Master’s in Hispanic Studies from Western Michigan University, Ava moved to NYC. Her favorite credits include the Italian National Tour of Hairspray (Vicki), 42nd Street (Gladys), Smokey Joe’s Café, All Shook Up (Sandra), and Urinetown (Little Becky Two Shoes). Ava is also an associate choreographer and dance captain, having worked on Bright Star, Spring Awakening, and A Swingin’ Christmas: The Music of Tony Bennett. When she isn’t onstage, Ava loves teaching the next generation of artists at DMO and teaching ESL classes at Zoni Language Centers.

Ava Schmidt

Anthony Patellis -- Actor, Director, Writer, Producer.

His international stage work includes The American premier of Arthur Miller’s screenplay, THE HOOK, (stage adaptation by Ron Hutchinson) with Brave New World Repertory Theater, and Lt. Shrank in WEST SIDE STORY, at La Scala Opera, and in 17 countries on 3 continents. He has appeared at the Kennedy Center and the Globe Playhouse among other major venues, and was lead singer in the '80's punk-polka band, ROTONDI, recording two albums on ROM Records, touring the USA, opening for Red Hot Chili Peppers, and playing for David Byrnes’(TALKING HEADS) wedding.

He is a screen actor who has worked extensively in feature films and television, where he appears in his recurring role as Judger Dukakis, in LAW & ORDER SVU, as well as roles in TULSA KING, on Paramount+, and THE SOPRANOS, GOTHAM, LAW & ORDER, NEW YORK-UNDERCOVER, CRIME STORY and THE GUIDING LIGHT. He voiced the leading role of Jimmy Pegorino, in GRAND THEFT AUTO IV. His upcoming Netflix film, written and directed by Lena Dunham, playing opposite, Natalie Portman, will be released later this summer.

Anthony Patellis, is an LA Dramalogue Award winner for Best Actor, and has studied acting with legends LEE STRASBERG, STELLA ADLER, HAROLD CLURMAN and CHERYL CRAWFORD, in NY and LA.

Anthony Patellis

Anna Hiran is an NYC-based artist whose work spans the commercial and musical theatre industries. Favorite theatre credits include the post-Broadway regional premiere of The Cher Show and A Chorus Line. She can be seen in the TV series Étoile on Amazon Prime and was featured in Dance Spirit Magazine sharing her journey as a bicoastal artist. Anna is an award-winning aerialist and works frequently alongside Broadway choreographers Michèle Assaf, JoAnn M. Hunter, and Josh Prince.

Born and raised in Houston, Anna holds a BBA from The University of Texas at Austin. Before pursuing performing professionally, she worked on Wall Street, and her journey can be seen featured by Good Morning America and ABC News. Instagram: @Anna.Hiran

Anna Hiran

On stage, Caitlin Abraham premiered An American in Paris (Dir/Chor. Christopher Wheeldon) both in PARIS and on Broadway. Favorite credits: La Cage (Broadway), starring as CASSIE in A Chorus Line, Chicago (Nat’l Tour), Little Dancer (Dir/Chor. Susan Stroman, starring Tiler Peck) and Sound of Movie Musicals (BBC). Ms. Abraham was a Soloist at Carolina Ballet (Dir. Robert Weiss; NYCB), performing principal roles by Balanchine, Robbins, Límon and more.
Ms. Abraham has coached Academy Award winner Ariana DeBose and Grammy Award winner Lauryn Hill, has served as Asst. Dance Capt. (La Cage; Broadway) and as Asst. Chor.
(Broadway Bares; BCEFA). Ms. Abraham is a frequent Guest Artist at NYU Tisch and her choreography has been seen at NYU, Marymount Manhattan and more!
www.caitlinabraham.com @caitlin.abraham

Caitlin Abraham

Jenny Mollet is a multi-hyphenate artist and fitness instructor who is originally from Switzerland and is based in New York City. She has performed regionally and internationally in workshops/readings, television, music videos, and more! She is currently in the Tony award winning revival of Ragtime. Broadway: SIX The Musical, The Color Purple, and currently in the revival of Ragtime at Lincoln Center Theater. Off-Broadway: Cats: The Jellicle Ball, National Tour: 50th Anniversary Tour of Jesus Christ Superstar Additional Credits: Associate choreographer and featured dancer in Tituss Burgess’ music video “45”, commercial for Google Pixel, and Season 3 of Girls5eva. Jenny is a graduate of the University of Cincinnati: College Conservatory of Music (CCM) with a B.F.A. in Musical Theater and a minor in psychology. For more information, please visit jennymollet.com or follow @Jenny.Mollet on Instagram.

Jenny Mollet

Patrick is a New York City-based performer, choreographer and educator. He most recently appeared in
the Angelica Tour of HAMILTON: An American Musical as Samuel Seabury and in Mean Girls on
Broadway as a swing. He holds a BA in Theatre, Musical Theatre Certificate, and a minor in Dance from
the University of Kentucky.
Selected professional performance credits include: Hello, Dolly!, White Christmas, Hairspray, 42nd
Street, Fiddler on the Roof (Broadway Music Circus), Jerome Robbins Broadway, Fiddler on the
Roof (The MUNY), Mary Poppins (The Lexington Theatre Company), Hello, Dolly!, Billy Elliot, and Big
Fish (Music Theatre Wichita).
Additional choreographic credits include: Disney’s Newsies at The MUNY (Associate Choreographer),
New York City Ballet for the Ashley Bouder Project (Assistant Choreographer), The Addams Family,
It’s A Grand Night for Singing (UK Opera Theatre), Thoroughly Modern Millie, Chicago, and Pippin
(Choreographer).
Patrick is currently on faculty at Broadway Dance Center in New York and has served as a faculty
member with the University of Kentucky Department of Theatre and Dance, Groove National Dance
Competition, Varsity All Star Dance Competition, Peridance, Broadway Workshop, Broadway Up Close,
Broadway Classroom, and Man In Motion NYC.
Learn more at PatrickGarr.com or @mrpatrickg.

Patrick Garr

Sean is originally from Scranton, Pennsylvania, trained in Washington, DC and has been living in New York ever since. Recent credits include Barnaby Tucker in the Hello Dolly 1st National tour, Joe Pesci/Frankie Valli u.s in the Jersey Boys National Tour, and Michael Darling in the Peter Pan 360 National Tour. Some favorite regional credits include Jersey Boys (Ogunquit Playhouse), Titanic (Signature Theatre), Elmer Gantry (Signature Theatre), and a production of Footloose Directed and Choreographed by Janine Molinari, herself! Currently Sean is playing in the National Tour of "Wicked". Sean truly enjoys his time teaching. Nothing feels better than seeing students succeed after coaching, class, and private lessons.

Sean Burns

Mallory Davis is a performer/choreographer/educator based in NYC! She was on the National Tour of 42nd Street, and has performed at many of the top regional houses across the country, including Goodspeed, Riverside, Ogunquit, NSMT, and The Fulton. She is a CT Critics’ Circle Best Choreography Award nominee for her production of White Christmas at Music Theatre of Connecticut this past winter. Mallory is currently teaching tap at both Steps and BDC, as well as through her passion project, TAP AND DRINK, which creates a safe, affordable space to explore tap dance and foster community.

Mallory Davis

Jelani Remy: is currently starring as Goldie Wilson/ Marvin Berry in Back To The Future at The Winter Garden Theater! He is a New Jersey native and Montclair State University alumni. Past Broadway shows : Disneys The Lion King (Simba) and Eddie Kendricks in Ain’t Too Proud The Life and Times of the Temptations. Off Broadway and regional credits include Smokey Joes Cafe, Cabaret, Oscar Micheaux Suite, In the Trenches, Love Around The Block, The Apple Boys and stage productions of Disneys High School Musical 1 & 2! Jelani is a Papermill Playhouse Rising Star and Chita Rivera award recipient.

Jelani Remy

Joshua Turchin is a singer, actor, dancer, musician, composer, music director, accompanist, and writer. Select theater/TV credits: The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (Amazon), Forbidden Broadway: The Next Generation (Original Off-Broadway Cast), two Broadway National Tours, Flounder in The Little Mermaid Live-To-Film at The Hollywood Bowl, 13: The Musical (Netflix), Schmigadoon (Apple TV). Joshua regularly music directs (since 11 years old) in NYC at Green Room 42, 54 Below, Chelsea Table and Stage, and other venues throughout NYC. Musician/Composer credits include a viral new musical based on the golden age of piracy, as well as The Perfect Fit (book/music/lyrics), which won awards including Best Book of a Musical at NYC's Rave Theater Festival when Joshua was 12 years old, and was live-streamed from New World Stages the following year. The EP was released on Broadway Records. Original Film Score: Leave on High, Sharing the Floor, and Spotlight (awards won for Best Original Score and Best Song). Other original music is available on all digital streaming platforms. Tiktok/Instagram/YouTube: Joshuaturchin.

Joshua Turchin

Gavin most recently appeared on Broadway in The SpongeBob Musical. He received a Tony Award nomination and won the Drama Desk Award for originating the role of Squidward Q. Tentacles. Before this, he played Thenadier in the Broadway revival of Les Miserables. He originated the role of Bert in the West End and Broadway productions of Disney’s Mary Poppins for which he was Olivier and Tony Award-nominated as well as winning a Drama Desk and Theatre World Award. He also recently appeared in the 25th Anniversary production of Disney’s Beauty And The Beast as Lumière. While in NYC Gavin has appeared at Carnegie Hall in Showboat, at Madison Square Garden as The Grinch in How The Grinch Stole Christmas and in the World Premiere of Holiday Inn at Goodspeed Opera House. On TV, he has guest-starred in Law and Order SUV, Little America, and The Good Wife. He was seen as a regular in the final season of White Collar. His London credits include leading roles in Top Hat, Crazy For You, Peggy Sue Got Married, A Saint She Ain’t. Also, Me and My Girl, Over My Shoulder, Oklahoma and Contact. His regional theatre credits include Singin’ In The Rain, Snoopy, Noel Coward’s Masterpieces, Of Thee I Sing, Saturday Night, Alan Ayckbourn’s Whenever, and Chicago. Gavin has recently been seen as a soloist in the Disney On Broadway Concert Series and has performed his solo cabaret in New York, Chicago, and on Disney Cruise Line.

Gavin Lee

Bradlee Laight is a native of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Growing up at his family’s dance studio, he won numerous regional and national dance competitions & scholarships! As a child, he performed with the famous Radio City Rockettes, Denise Austin’s fitness video and appeared on Good Morning America. He went on to study at the American Music and Dramatic Academy (AMDA) in New York City for musical theatre! His recent credits include National Tour: Elf the Musical, Disney’s Pj Masks (Catboy) Regional: 42nd Street. Brad teaches master classes and judges for various competitions. His recent accomplishment is onboard the Norwegian Prima for the show Noiseboys choreographed by the famous Dougie Mills from TapDogs!

Bradlee Laight

Krystal Mackie (Brooklyn, NY) attended LaGuardia High School of Performing Arts and received her BFA from the University of North Carolina School of the Arts. Krystal is currently in MJ the Musical on Broadway. Before then, she performed at the 76th annual Tony Awards (opening number), made her Broadway debut in the revival of Bob Fosse’s DANCIN’ (OBC), and was on the 1st National Tour of Hamilton the Musical. Off Broadway: This Ain’t No Disco (Atlantic Theater). Her regional credits include In the Heights (Engeman) & After Midnight (NCL). Krystal is represented by Lucille DiCampli Artist Representation. Follow her journey @krystalmackie

Krystal Mackie

Bernie is a performer, audition coach, and teaching artist fresh off the Broadway National Tour of The Book of Mormon. Other Broadway touring credits include Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Elf the Musical. A Boston-native, Bernie has taught dance and acting at North Shore Music Theatre, Greater Boston Stage Co., and Wellesley Theatre Project. He is currently an audition coach on staff with Noel Smith Voice Studio. Bernie has served as a guest teaching artist at conservatory and university BFA Musical Theatre programs across the country such as: University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM), Ithaca College, and University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. He is a proud alumni of Ithaca College with a BFA in Musical Theatre.

Bernie Baldassaro

KEEGAN SMITH is a professional musical theatre actor and musician, specializing in tenor saxophone. He has performed and taught saxophone to students ranging from elementary school to adults. While studying at Southern Connecticut State University, Keegan took classes in Jazz History and Music Theory, performing in Jazz Standards and Latin Jazz Ensembles. He played for high-profile events such as the university’s Annual President’s Staff Holiday Luncheon and its 125th Anniversary Gala, headlined by Leslie Odom Jr. As a professional musician, Keegan has performed in pit orchestras for productions like The Rocky Horror Show (Milton, DE) and had on-stage features in productions like A Bronx Tale (Waterbury, CT), the latter of which directed by Joe Barbara and Janine Molinari. Outside of theatre, Keegan was a member of Connecticut-based band JULAI & the Serotones, sharing bills with acts such as Ripe and the Red Hot Chili Peppers and releasing two studio albums. He has also been featured on records by Esor Rose and Internet Tears. Keegan is available for lessons, both in-person and virtual, and private events.

Keegan Smith

Mikael Pasini was born and raised in Italy. Trained at the prestigious Accademia Nazionale di Danza in Rome, Mikael has performed on stage, film, television and in commercials. As a concert dancer and triple threat, Mikael has regularly performed in the United States for major events internationally known such as TDF Gala Broadway Awards and New York Fashion Week for the clothing brand Studio 189. His television and films credits include “Wonderama” (American Talent Show produced by David Michaels), “Amici” (the most popular and longest running Talent Show on Italian Television), “House Party” (Directed by Giuliano Peparini) and “Un uomo e una voce” (Movie directed by Giuseppe Conti). Mikael’s commercial dance expertise brought him to dance with both popular and emerging music artists like internationally successful singers, Gad Elbaz (Israel) on his L’Chaim World Tour at the Kings Theater in Brooklyn, NY, and Laura Pausini (Italian singer-songwriter and Television Personality). Mikael can be seen in several music videos for artists like Mordechai Shapiro “Ashira” with more than 2 Millions of views, Simcha Leiner “Shuvi” and Brandon Jerrod’s “Overtime”, which won Best Music Video at the Hudson International Film Festival NYC. Mikael has also performed in world renowned performance venues such as the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in New York, NY with Peridance Contemporary Dance Company in Igal Perry’s Nutcracker, and Sony Music Hall with choreography by Miles Keeney. After one of the most competitive audition processes, Mikael caught the eye of Award-winning choreographer, Kristian Cellini, who invited him to perform alongside Carla Fracci, critically acclaimed prima ballerina, at the Theater Luca Ronconi. Mikael has performed works by the greatest Internationally Renowned Choreographers such as Igal Perry, Robert Battle, Jessica Lang, Johannes Wieland, Mike Tyus, Larry Keigwin and Julie Magneville among others.

Mikael Pasini

Match (a.k.a. Michael Wingate) is an NYC-based beatboxer delivering high-energy beatbox performances and pushing the boundaries of what the human voice is capable of. He holds a B.A. in Music with a concentration in Vocal Performance from Delaware State University; teaches beatbox lessons to students of all ages, vocal percussion workshops with high school and college students, and has taught beatbox classes at A Cappella festivals across the United States. In the past, Match completed a seven-month stint in the beatbox and tap dance-infused show, Noiseboys (from the creators of Choir of Man) onboard Norwegian Cruise Line’s ‘Prima’. Match was also a member of the Baltimore-based A Cappella ensemble, ember. With ember, Match took first place in the Mid-Atlantic Semifinal at the 2018 Varsity Vocals A Cappella Open, as well as Outstanding Vocal Percussion, and competed in The A Cappella Open finals at Carnegie Hall in NYC. No stranger to the competitive beatbox scene, Match recently placed top 8 in North America, has been top 16 in the USA and remains a top contender in the country as well as on the international stage, having picked up multiple top 4 placements among major international competitors including national champions from France, Canada, Austria, and more. As of late, Match has been focused on recording and releasing solo beatbox works, beatboxing with NYC-based a cappella group, BLACKOUT, and expanding the reach of his champion beatbox duo, Forest Fire.

Michael Wingate