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Adrian Hoffman is a dancer, choreographer, and clown based in Los Angeles. With a career spanning stage, film, television, and ad campaigns, they’ve worked with over 100 choreographers. Adrian has performed with companies like Whim W’Him, and as a guest artist with Mark Morris, Alvin Ailey, and BODYTRAFFIC. Their credits include international tours with Andrea Bocelli, music videos for artists such as Blink-182, Alessia Cara, and Justin Bieber, and campaigns for brands like Tinder, Lexus, Ralph Lauren, and Meta. Adrian was also a featured dancer in Greta Gerwig’s Little Women.

Alex Little is a passionate dance educator and choreographer who has taught dancers across the U.S. and internationally. Her credits include faculty at AMDA, and The Edge PAC, among others. Alex’s choreography and performance work spans major brands like Nike, Audi, and Genentech, and she has contributed to Dancing with the Stars, America’s Got Talent, and Wipeout. A Capezio ACE Awards finalist and World Dance Award nominee, Alex is also the founder of ESCAPE ARTISTS, a LA-based dance collective known for its acclaimed work. She proudly serves on the board of Breaking The Chains Foundation, using dance as a tool for healing and empowerment.

Britt Cherry is an Emmy-winning producer, dancer, choreographer, and educator whose career spans television, stage, and screen. She’s appeared on hit shows like Dancing with the Stars, So You Think You Can Dance, and World of Dance, and performed with stars including Jennifer Lopez, Taylor Swift, Pitbull, and Meghan Trainor. Britt starred in Ed Sheeran’s Thinking Out Loud music video, which has over 3.4 billion views. Passionate about both performance and mentorship, she continues to inspire dancers with her deep knowledge of technique and artistry.

David Moore is a dynamic choreographer and director known for creating powerful, joyful, and expressive movement. He has performed on major stages including the VMAs, The Oscars, and the Super Bowl, and his choreography has been featured in films, TV shows, and commercials. David’s viral content has amassed over 100 million views across YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook. With over a decade of experience on the convention circuit, he is passionate about inspiring dancers to elevate their craft and unlock their full potential.

Estefania moved to Los Angeles at 18 to dance on Glee and later toured with 5th Harmony and Natalie La Rose. She has starred in national commercials for brands like Hyundai, Wells Fargo, and Old Navy. A principal dancer in Michael Jackson ONE by Cirque Du Soleil, she has also worked with Janet Jackson, Justin Bieber, and Mariah Carey. She was part of Beyoncé’s BLACK IS KING and has collaborated with Tabria Majors and Versace. Estefania also acts, appearing in Netflix projects and currently touring with We Are Family Sister Sledge. Recently, she starred in Selena Gomez’s “Love On” video and an Olay x Barbie commercial on HBO Max.

Kaiden Currie is a nine-time IDO world tap champion and winner of over 30 national titles. Currently studying Film, Media, and Dance at Columbia University, he has performed at the Chita Rivera Awards, the Joyce Theatre, and the MLB All-Star Game. A mentee of top industry names, Kaiden teaches for leading organizations like the American Tap Company, Chloe and Maud Foundation, and Debbie Allen Dance Academy. Originally from Northeast Massachusetts, he continues to inspire dancers and audiences worldwide.

Kalani Hilliker is a professional dancer, choreographer, and educator best known for her time on Dance Moms and her positive, inspiring approach to dance education. She specializes in Lyrical, Contemporary, Jazz, and Technique. Kalani has earned multiple prestigious honors, including the Industry Dance Award for Favorite Dancer (17 & Under), Teen Choice Award for Choice Dancer, and back-to-back Teen Female Best Dancer titles at The Dance Awards.

Kelly Allen is a professional dancer and associate choreographer with over 18 years of experience in TV, film, and live performance. She has worked on over 50 productions, including Physical (Apple TV), The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel(Amazon), Lucifer (Netflix), Miss USA, and Interior Chinatown (Hulu). Her performance credits include The Academy Awards, G.L.O.W. (Netflix), Westworld (HBO), Glee (FOX), and live shows with Katy Perry. She has also worked on commercials for Meta Quest, NIKE, and Lexus. Kelly continues to choreograph and mentor the next generation of dancers while sharing her expertise across the industry.

Mark Villaver has toured globally three times with Taylor Swift on her Red, 1989, and Reputation tours, showcasing his dynamic performance skills on some of the world’s biggest stages. He gained national recognition as a Top 7 finalist on Season 14 of FOX’s So You Think You Can Dance. Today, Mark is dedicated to teaching and mentoring dancers, sharing his passion and experience to help them grow. Known for his fresh, funky choreography style, he strives to inspire the next generation of artists while giving back to his community through dance.

Michael McCrary is a New York-based creative whose digital videos have collectively garnered millions of views. He’s collaborated with Todrick Hall, RuPaul’s Drag Race stars, and Omar Jose Cardona, and choreographed for major brands including CW, TD Bank, Mary Kay, and Macy’s. In 2022, he launched Michael McCrary VIBE, producing custom content and events globally. He also leads a thriving dance education program in Greenville, SC, and teaches at Broadway Dance Center, NYC.

Nikki was born and raised in Los Angeles and discovered her passion for dance at a young age and trained extensively while growing up. She competed throughout her youth before signing with Bloc Talent Agency, launching her professional career in the industry. Her impressive credits include work with Tiffany & Co., UGG, Reebok, American Idol, the Emmy Awards, BET Awards, America’s Got Talent, Apple Music, AT&T, Lana Del Rey, T-Pain, Steve Aoki, and more!

Slawomir “Slawek” Jr. was born into a ballet family and began his training on scholarship at the State School of Ballet in Warsaw, Poland. A national award-winner, he represented Poland at the International Ballet Competition in Japan before earning a full scholarship to The School of American Ballet in NYC. Since joining Ballet Arizona in 2008, Slawek has performed notable soloist roles in works by Balanchine, Andersen, Petipa, and Tharp, with appearances at The Kennedy Center, The Joyce Theatre, and The Chicago Dancing Festival.