Faculty

Lesley Benham  BA, BEd, RAD Diploma
Lesley Benham brings 29 years of choreographic and teaching experience and is now celebrating her 23rd year as director and owner of Deas Island Dance.Lesley has a thorough knowledge of a variety of dance styles and their technical aspects including ballet, modern, jazz, character and national dance (ISTD), musical theatre and flamenco.  Lesley completed her Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) Teachers Certification with Distinction and her RAD Teaching Diploma with Anatomy and Child Psychology.  Lesley also holds Bachelor degrees in Liberal Arts and Education from the University of British Columbia.

Lesley has acted as a supervisor to new teachers enrolled in Royal Academy of Dance CBTS teachers program and has mentored many young aspiring dancers and dance teachers.  She continues her own professional development with international programs and workshops on dance technique, mime, musicality, anatomy and injury prevention.  Lesley returns in the summertime to The Ailey School in New York to continue studies in the Horton Pedagogy Program under the direction of Anna-Marie Forsyth, co-founder of the Ailey Fordam BFA.

Lesley has traveled extensively abroad which has influenced both her choreography and her strong sense of community.  Her participation in wilderness expeditions, in the Himalayas and at home, have helped develop a strong sense of determination which she passes on to her students.  Lesley teaches her classes with kindness and professionalism, attentive to both the physical and emotional well being of her students, and motivating her students to strive for their best of their ability.

Janet Gittens RAD Diploma
Janet Gittens is a highly experienced dance instructor. She has been teaching for over twenty five years and holds The Royal Academy of Dance Teaching Diploma with Anatomy and Child Psychology and Development and the Advanced Diploma in Benesh Movement Notation.Janet taught ballet at the Benesh Institute and Ballet Rambert (London, England) and also owned and operated her dance studio for 17 years in Trinidad and Tobago.

Janet continues to assist her students to reach their ultimate goals through her coaching and encouraging. She has been involved with preparations for the Solo Seal examinations of the Royal Academy of Dance, The Genee International Competition (London, England), Prix de Lausanne (Switzerland), the award of scholarships, and placement in international dance schools and companies.

Katie Parks RAD Diploma
Katie Parks is an enthusiastic, fun-loving teacher with extensive experience in the dance world.   She danced semi-professionally with the Toronto Regional Ballet Company performing  throughout Northeastern USA and Canada. While enjoying performing with the company, she  also attended multiple summer schools, workshops and intensives at The School at Jacobs  Pillow, Massachusetts, The NY Academy of Dance, Poughkeepsie NY, the National Ballet of  Canada, Toronto and Les Grands Ballets Canadiens de Montreal.

Miss Katie has studied dance pedagogy programs at both Ryerson University in Toronto and McEwan University in Edmonton. She has owned and operated dance studios in both Jasper Alberta and South Delta, (Tsawwassen) BC. Katie is a registered teacher of the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) and received distinction on her Teaching Certificate Examination.  She also has her Dance Diploma in Anatomy, Dance History and Child Psychology and Development.

She enjoys exploring the world of teaching by attending inspiring courses which include the National Ballet of Canada’s Teacher’s Summer Seminars, Modern Intensives with renowned dancer/choreographer Peggy Baker,  Rhee Gold conferences, USA and the Royal Academy of Dance continued professional development courses.   She has choreographed for local dance festivals where her students have experienced wonderful success.

Miss Katie is a certified PBT (Progressing Ballet Technique)  instructor and enjoys sharing the syllabus with her students.  She also attends Child Development seminars, workshops and conferences with the Neufeld Institute to better understand and assist in the emotional development and wellness of her students.

Miss Katie is a retired Education Assistant who worked at the preschool, elementary and high school level with the Delta School District.  She holds a Certificate in Autism Training from POPARD.  (Provincial Outreach Program for Autism and Related Disorders).  She has broad experience teaching dance to children with exceptionalities and has choreographed for dance troupes involved in both the BC Special Olympics and the Canadian Down Syndrome Society Conferences. Katie’s goal is to empower young dancers to believe in their abilities, not just in dance, but in life too.  Katie brings a sense of humour to class which is enjoyed by all.

Tania Broissoit
Ms. Brossoit (formerly Tania Foster) was born in England and is a graduate of the Royal Academy of Dancing Teacher Training Program. There, she gained extensive training in Ballet, ISTD Modern, National, Jazz, and Character Dance alongside dance anatomy, dance history, child psychology and classical repertoire. Tania had the good fortune to be taught and gained her extensive knowledge of the classical repertoire from many wonderful dancers of the Royal Ballet and many of the RAD top examiners. Ms. Brossoit came to Canada in 1985 and she owned and operated a highly successful dance studio on Vancouver Island from 1991 through the year 2000. She has spent the last thirteen years in Vancouver, teaching at the Richmond Academy of Dance, training dancers of all ages, including those in the professional division training program. Known for her love and passion for dance and for her exceptional work with young dancers, Tania produces a high standard of training and exam results. She is also an avid dance science researcher, and has studied at length, the physiology and biomechanics of the body and strongly applies these principles to her teaching.  Many of her students have gone on to dance in major Companies and Theatre Productions or have continued their training at some of the most respected institutes around the world. She has been sought after for many years as guest teacher and adjudicator around BC and has instructed in various summer schools within the province. Choreography is also a passion for Tania, and her choreography is often  recognized for its diversity and annually receives honorable awards. Tania has had the good fortune to work with some of the world’s leading dance experts and feels blessed to be able to share this wealth of knowledge with all the young dancers she has the good fortune to teach.
Calina Chan
Calina grew up dancing from the age of three, and has not stopped since! She trained in the professional division including an intensive half-day program throughout high school, training in ballet, jazz, lyrical, musical theatre, tap, modern, contemporary, hip hop, acting, voice and pilates. During her training, she earned a Distinction in the Advanced II Royal Academy of Dance examination certificate.After high school, Calina trained with the Source Dance Company, and has performed in two productions including What Happens in Vegas and Conversations at a Station, and has also been part of KTL Co, working with industry leading individuals. Alongside dancing, she is also completing a bachelor’s in psychology, with a minor in creative writing. She is excited to be working with her students, and is looking forward to the season!
Bianca Corea
Bianca Corea, is a graduate of Deas Island Dance and we are so pleased to see her carrying on with her teaching career.  Bianca has a natural gift for teaching and lights up the classroom with her bright and positive energy.Bianca began her teacher training as a teaching assistant at D.I.D and continued as a dance instructor for Delta Parks & Recreation.  Over the years she has become a favorite amongst the junior students at both D.I.D., Delta Gymnastics and Delta Parks & Recreation.Bianca has studied Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Lyrical, Contemporary, Tap, Musical Theatre and Hip Hop. Bianca has completed R.A.D ballet examinations from Primary to Grade 8 with final marks of Distinction and has received many festival awards over the years of her training.

Currently,  Bianca is continuing her education after graduating from Kwantlen Polytechnic University with her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and is pursuing her dream of becoming an elementary school teacher through the Bachelors of Education program at the University of British Columbia.

Bianca considers Deas Island Dance her second home and the dancers and staff her second family.  She is delighted to be teaching on Saturday mornings.

Kayla Malanfant
Kayla is a Deas Island Dance alumni and a versatile dancer and performer. She has extensive training in RAD ballet, contemporary, jazz, musical theatre and hiphop. Throughout her adolescence she received numerous awards and scholarships, competed provincially and internationally, and spent her summers training at Royal Winnipeg Ballet, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre, Arts Umbrella and The School of Alberta Ballet. Kayla successfully completed all of her vocational and graded RAD examinations, and had the honour of performing the Solo Seal Award. After graduation, she furthered her training with Lamondance Company and The Source Dance Company, and has most recently worked with Disneyland Tokyo as a dancer and performer.
Karly McMaster
Karly McMaster has grown up dancing in Delta since the age of four and focused her training in RAD ballet, jazz, lyrical, and contemporary. During this time she competed in numerous award-winning numbers while working as an assistant teacher and mentor to younger dancers.After graduating highschool, Karly continued her education by studying medical biochemistry at UBCO and most recently completed her Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine. Dance has always played a big role in her life and throughout her schooling she participated in the UBCO Urban Dance Club on the executive committee as well as a teacher. She also continued to teach both recreational and competitive level dancers at studios in Delta and Kelowna. Her students have won countless high-score and choreography awards. Karly is

well known for creating a positive environment for dancers to strive to be the best versions of themselves and enjoys seeing dancers accomplish their goals both inside the studio and out!

Karly loves being able to incorporate her medical training in anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics of the body into her teaching. She instils the importance of sustainable dance training in young dancers by focusing on technique and injury prevention.

Karly is thrilled to be a part of the Deas Island Dance faculty this year and to be sharing her love for dance with the next generation of dancers!

Morgan McQueen
Morgan is a talented individual who has been emerged within the dance world since the young age of three. Through her training, she has excelled in styles such as Tap, Jazz , Ballet, Hip Hop, Musical Theatre and Lyrical. Morgan has achieved a variety of dance accomplishments throughout her life. A highlighted few include the popular teen comedy, “John Tucker Must Die”, dancing with the BC Lions as a Felion (3 years), performing aboard Carnival Cruise Lines, a member of Vancouver’s Hip Hop crew, Make your mark and she is the co-founder/ main choreographer for the Hip Hop crew Stylistix.Aside from the many dance opportunities Morgan has been involved in, she was asked to be a part of the 2005 Canadian National Tap Team which competed at the World Tap Championships in Reisa, Germany. Morgan was extremely successful in her endeavors at the competition, placing seventh overall in the Women’s solo tap category and second place in the group category.Currently Morgan is the co-ordinator for the Vancouver Giants Dance team, where she has a selected group of girls that perform during the Giants Home games and attend promotional events outside the rink. Morgan was a dancer for the team for 2 years when she was then asked to take over as co-ordinator and has been doing so for the past 9 years; She has taken the team from 5 members to 22.On top of Morgan’s evolving dance career, she takes time to stay true to her love of dance by teaching at various dance studios. She has had the opportunity to train at elite dance establishments in areas such as Los Angeles, New York City, Las Vegas and Vancouver.  Morgan’s passion for dancing is evident in her many successes as a dancer and as a teacher. She looks forward to working with the students at Deas Island Dance!
Jamie Montgomery
Jamie has been dancing since she was 3 years old and has training in ballet, jazz, lyrical, modern, hip hop, and tap. After graduating from Deas Island Dance, Jamie continued her dance studies at Calgary’s Decidedly Jazz Danceworks in Alberta, The Edge in L.A., Harbour Dance Centre in Vancouver.Jamie also spent two years studying and performing with the Source Dance Company in Vancouver.In 2017, Jamie returned to school to earn her Education Assistant Certificate and received training in child development, autism spectrum disorders, behaviour management, basic healthcare and other topics related to education. She also received certification in CPI and first aid as well as from POPARD (Provincial Outreach Program for Autism and Related Disorders and POPFASD (Provincial Outreach Program for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder).

Jamie is excited to be entering her 20th year of teaching Jazz, Lyrical Jazz, Tap and Hip Hop with Deas Island Dance and feels so lucky that she and her kids get to be part of such a great dance family.

Davi Rodrigues

Originally from Brazil, Lamondance Artistic Director Davi Rodrigues is proud to be a Canadian Citizen. Prior to joining Lamondance, Davi distinguished himself both as a dancer for many years, and as a visionary young choreographer for nearly a decade. He brings high energy and optimism to his work, having made a name for himself on the basis of an audacious, immersive dance approach, unique choreography, and daring hard work.

While in Brazil, Davi studied Physical Education at the Universidade Católica de Brasília (UCB), and was a dancer for six years with the Aplauso Cia de Dança, under the direction of Junior O’Hara, in Taguatinga, DF. Davi also studied classical ballet with the Ballet Theatre Guaira’s principal dancer, Heloisa Almeida.

Davi’s gift for creating innovative experiences had its inception in Brazil, where he danced and choreographed for many companies. He has choreographed eight original full-length dance shows for Cia Criatividança, where he worked as both director and dancer for 15 years. With Cia Criatividança, Davi toured Brazil and received many awards as an outstanding dancer and choreographer. His works are known around the globe.

Davi moved to Vancouver in 2008 to work as a dancer and guest choreographer for Lamondance Company and has since risen to the position of Artistic Director and Resident Choreographer. In 2019, Davi was instrumental in getting Lamondance incorporated as Lamondance Arts Society, a charitable organization registered under the laws of the Province of British Columbia.

Davi’s unmistakable passion and drive have helped establish Lamondance Company as one of Vancouver’s premiere training programs for emerging dancers. Based on creative and ambitious choreographic work, combined with a strong focus on technical and artistic development, Lamondance Company is a formidable launching point for the careers of young artists.

Through the program, Davi connects his dancers with many artists from Canada and abroad, creating a significant network present in our community. Davi’s most recent works for Lamondance are Ubuntu – I am because we are, Garden of Lights, Kauã, WE, Marbled, IELE (a collaboration with the Emmy-nominated music composer Hall Beckett), How It Ends, and lastly, VIVA, which premiered in June 2019, in celebration of the company’s 10th anniversary.

Davi’s works as a choreographer have also been performed by many prominent dance schools in Vancouver since his arrival in Canada, including Arts Umbrella, Pacific DanceArts, Kirkwood Academy of Performance and Arts, and RNB Dance & Theatre. His choreography has received several awards from prestigious festivals in Vancouver, as well as in the United States.

Furthering his commitment to community impact, Davi created the Lamondance and Friends Gala. Now in its eighth edition, the gala celebrates the local dance community by uniting schools, training programs and companies from the all over the Lower Mainland, and engaging in a conversation about dance.

Davi showed promising leadership skills from a very early age. Outside of Lamondance Company, Davi continues to work in leadership positions worldwide. Working as a Mentor, Judge, and Choreographer, Davi is one of the most highly regarded faculty members of the International Dance Seminar in Brasília, Brazil – a momentous event that celebrates, educates and gives opportunities to dancers around the world. Davi also worked for many years as a member of the artistic committee for Vancouver’s Royal City Youth Ballet.

Davi has found success with his unique style, his infallible optimism, and his generous heart. As a passionate mentor, Davi enthusiastically contributes to dance communities by supporting, educating and challenging artists to take risks. He continues to pursue artistic excellence, creation, production and performance, with an ongoing commitment to share his breadth of experience with performers, choreographers, and arts educators in the community at large.

Krista Hassen  RAD RTS, B.Sc. (Hon) FNH, PBT Cert.
Born in BC, Krista trained both locally and nationally. She began at the South Delta Studio of Dance, under Katie Parks and Lesley Benham, and went on to train in the Professional Programs of The Richmond Academy of Dance, National Ballet School of Canada, Royal Winnipeg Ballet School, Banff Centre for the Arts, and Montreal’s L’Ecole Superieure de Danse du Quebec. While living in Montreal, she worked with company members of Les Grands Ballet Canadiens, and studied daily with the esteemed Alexandra Wells, former principal dancer of Boston Ballet and faculty member of the Juilliard School, New York.Krista danced many classical and contemporary roles, completed all RAD Vocational Examinations, and won numerous awards and scholarships, including one to train at London Studio Centre, England. After injuries put a stop to her performance career, Krista obtained a Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Food, Nutrition, and Health, from The University of British Columbia. With a special interest in wellness and injury prevention, she has conducted nutrition seminars for dancers. For over 20 years, Krista has taught at multiple schools in BC and Alberta. She holds her Teaching Certificate and Registered Teacher Status with the Royal Academy of Dance, and is also certified in Progressing Ballet Technique, a revolutionary conditioning program taught globally. From 2009 through 2021, Krista was Head of Ballet at RNB Dance & Theatre Arts, North Vancouver. During her time leading the program, she encouraged each student to rise to their personal potential – mentoring them through examinations, solo and group performances, and, most importantly, challenging them to find joy and pride, not only in the public successes and recognition, but in the daily process of class.

For the 2021/2022 season, Krista joins the faculties of Tri-City Dance Centre, and Deas Island Dance, where she looks forward to working with the Trainee and Ballet Intensive students, as well as those in the younger grades of study. She is also on Faculty at Lamondance, a pre-professional training company, and has been Resident Teacher with Ballet BC. Krista teaches company class with passion, and an eye for detail.

Krista continues to guest teach and choreograph at different schools throughout Western Canada, coaching dancers of all ages in open work (Vaganova and RAD influenced), RAD Exam Syllabus, classical repertoire, strength/stretch/PBT, and solo and group choreography. Her students are consistently recognized for strong exam results, awards and festival placings. They continue to be chosen as representatives to the BC Provincial Festival, are accepted to prestigious international training institutions, and have gone on to dance professionally. Krista has a genuine passion for ballet, and loves sharing this with the next generation of dancers!

Ashley Sweett
Ashley is a versatile performing artist trained in various forms of dance and theatre. Her ventures have steered her towards working professionally in live performances, dance theatre film/television, and dance education both internationally and locally in Vancouver, BC.Her passion for the performing arts and entertainment industry started as a child. She received countless awards and scholarships at a provincial level performer during and beyond her adolescent years. After graduating high school as a dance major from The Langley Fine Arts school, she became a member of The Source Dance Company under direction of Joanne Pesusich. She then became a member of the contemporary dance company Modus Operandi where she trained exclusively with David Raymond and Tiffany Tregarthen.In 2013, Ashley founded Sweett Moves which has since led her to create sold out events such as “Bated Breath” and “Sweett Moves Summer Jam”. Since 2012 she has collaborated with many artists as both a choreographer and a performer for Vanessa Young’s company The Lovers Cabaret which has produced a variety of sold out events such as ‘Lovers of Marley’ and ‘Lovers of Queen’ in 2014 and ‘Six Word Stories’ in 2015.

Ashley has directed and choreographed for Canadian recording artists Little India and Hey Ocean, Cirque du Soliel’s One Drop charity, the 2010 Olympic Winter Games and more.

Ashley’s work has been seen at The Vancouver Club, Roundhouse Performance Theatre, Vogue Theatre, The Dance Centre, The Waterfront Theatre, Surrey Arts Centre, Massey Theatre, The Rickshaw Theatre, The Fox Cabaret, Electric Owl and more.

She is an award–winning teacher and choreographer for many local training programs such as Affinity Dance Inc. and Deas Island Dance. She also travels regularly for contracts as a recognized adjudicator and guest teacher. She enjoys working with recreational, emerging and professional artists of all ages through her Sweett Moves events, classes, choreography and mentorship.

Ashley has recently returned from a working holiday abroad in Australia and its surrounding countries. Ashley is filled with Love and Gratitude

Sarah Tse
Guided by dedication and passion, Sarah Tse has spent the past years expanding her knowledge of dance. Growing up in Langley, B.C., Sarah began her dance training at Morningstar Dance Academy then continued her studies at Deas Island Dance where she excelled in completing Royal Academy of Dance Graded examinations up to the Grade 8 award with Distinction as well as Vocational exams. She had the honour of performing the Solo Seal Award, which is the R.A.D highest level of vocational examinations. Sarah is a graduate of the Certificate of Ballet Teaching Studies and is now a registered teacher with the R.A.D.Alongside her extensive ballet training, she is currently excelling in contemporary ballet. She has been training and performing with the contemporary dance company, Lamondance, under the guidance of Davi Rodrigues for two seasons. She recently performed with Lamondance at the annual International Dance Seminar in Brazil this past summer.

In addition to performing, Sarah has continuously been perfecting her contemporary technique. She has trained with an array of international world renowned teachers and choreographers during her acceptance in Arts Umbrella’s International Summer Dance Intensive such as Doug Letheren (L-E-V), Amy Douglas (Dutch National Ballet), Marc Boivin, and Fernando Hernandez (Netherland Dans Theatre).

Sarah now looks forward to discovering new endeavours as a freelance dance artist in contemporary dance.

Lindsay White
Lindsay White is a highly experienced dance and certified yoga instructor.  She has been teaching and choreographing for 20 years in a variety of dance genres.  Lindsay is trained in multiple disciplines and continually attends conventions and various courses to learn new techniques to share with her students.  She is passionate about dance and her students.Lindsay has grown up performing in the lower mainland competitive scene.  Her love of dance has transpired into a rewarding career. Lindsay teaches both at the recreational and competitive level with her students winning numerous high score and  choreography awards.

Her love of dance is most apparent in her commitment and dedication to train her students focusing on developing their technique as well as inspiring a love of performance.  Lindsay is encouraging, positive, and invested in nurturing her dancers through their dance journey.

Lindsay desires to share her love of dance with her students and aspiring teachers.  She proudly has numerous dancers who post graduation continue to dance professionally or teach, sharing their passion with the next generation.  Lindsay brings both energy and enthusiasm to her classes and enjoys watching her students succeed.

Ryan Williams
Ryan Williams will be teaching Hip Hop on Thursdays this upcoming year.We are excited to welcome him back to Deas Island Dance. Ryan’s most recent training has been with the Souldiers Dance Company directed by Kim Sato. This semi-professional company focuses on training and performances in foundational Hip Hop, Breaking, House, Locking, Popping, and social dances. He has previously trained in intensive commercial Hip Hop with Harbour Dance Centre’s Kill The Lights, as well as Make Your Mark. Ryan hopes to create an environment for students where they will explore their creativity all while being physically active.
Jocelyn Wozencroft
After having the honor of dancing professionally in Europe and Canada; Jocelyn Wozencroft’s passion turned to the teaching and mentorship of future dancers. Jocelyn holds four accreditation’s: ARAD, BA(hons), RAD RTS, PBT and looks forward to completing her Masters. She has won numerous teaching awards in ballet and contemporary ballet including ‘Best teacher’ and ‘Best Choreographer’ at various international competitions. As a professional dancer Jocelyn had the honour of working with such choreographers as Wen Wei Wang, Crystal Pite, Shawn Hounsell, Joe Laughlin, Cathy Marston and Antonio Castilla to name a few. As a trainee, she completed all of the Royal Academy of Dance exams up to and including the Solo Seal and was a finalist at the Adeline Genee Awards in London England. Jocelyn had the privileged to train on scholarship at The National Ballet School, Royal Winnipeg Ballet School, Banff Festival of the Arts and Boston Ballet School. Jocelyn has trained extensively in Modern dance focusing on the Graham, Limon and Cunningham techniques. Jocelyn is a mentor, educator, adjudicator and teacher and finds passing on the art of dance to younger generations a very rewarding and prestigious opportunity.
Guest Teachers and Past Instructors/Choreographers
Justine Fraser
Justine Fraser is a professional performer, choreographer, and dance educator. Originally from Vancouver BC, she began her professional training at Pacific Dance Arts, under the direction of Beijing Dance Academy’s: Li YamingHere, Justine trained in all styles of dance, with a pre-professional focus on both classical ballet and contemporary dance styles.

As a student, Justine spent her summers training at a variety of ballet schools on scholarship. Some of these included Boston Ballet School, Royal Winnipeg Ballet, Alonzo King Lines, and the Banff Centre for Performing Arts.

In 2009, Justine represented Canada as a finalist dancer in both the Youth America Grand Prix (NYC), and as a semi-finalist soloist in the 2008 Beijing Invitational Ballet Competition.

Upon graduation, Justine received a scholarship to begin her B.F.A. at the Alonzo King Lines Dance Centre, in San Francisco, CA. Here, her training broadened to include Modern Dance Technique, Commercial Jazz, Percussion, Gyrokinesis work, Choreographic Process, and Neo-classical Ballet. As an emerging artist, she has had the pleasure of performing contemporary dance works, originally created on dancers of Alonzo King Lines, Toronto Dance Theatre, Dawson Dance, MOVE: the company, and Ballet X, to name a few. Since completing her studies, Justine has gone on to perform with multiple contemporary and classical ballet companies, throughout North America. In 2012, she became a soloist dancer with Ballet Jörgen Canada and has had the pleasure of performing soloist roles on both international and national stages.

Currently, Justine has found a passion for both choreography and dance education. She is an accredited ballet teacher, with the American Academy of Ballet, and has been a full-time Ballet and Contemporary dance instructor for the past 8 years. In addition to teaching, she is also a reputable dance adjudicator. As a member of the Professional Adjudicator’s Alliance, Justine enjoys sitting on panels for both dance organizations and festivals throughout Western Canada.

As a commissioned choreographer, she has had her work performed on professional stages throughout North America. Most recently, she had the pleasure of setting original choreography for the dancers of both Coastal City Ballet (BC) and Ballet Concierto Cancún (Mexico).

In 2016, Justine founded Reforming Art Productions – a Contemporary Dance company that provides innovative training, networking, scholarship, and performance opportunities, to Canadian dance students. Justine has had a wonderful year working with Deas Island Dance students and looks forward to sharing her passions for ballet and contemporary dance with this year’s summer dance intensive students.

Kate Nickel
Katherine has been dancing since she was two years old. She has trained across the lower mainland in ballet, completing her RAD exams up to and including Advanced 2, jazz, modern, lyrical, contemporary, and musical theatre.After graduation Katherine continued dancing, teaching, and attending university to work towards her bachelors degree. In 2019 Katherine accepted a contract with Disney Cruise Line’s entertainment department performing alongside some of our favourite Disney characters. Now that she’s home, she looks forward to rejoining her Deas Island Dance family and sharing her passion for the arts.

 

 

 

 

 

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