| Ballet Syllabus Although ballet has become more International through the years and many instructors come from different ballet backgrounds, the main training structure of our ballet program follows the syllabus of the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD). |
| Tap From classic tap to the cutting edge rhythms of todays hoofer's, our tap courses will focus on percussion, improvisation, clarity, terminology, and tap history. |
| Jazz Dance courses will be a study of all the styles from the great classical jazz masters, Cole, Mattox, Luigi, Forella, Fosse, and more! |
| Ballroom Dance classes, will focus on the Latin and American Social. Traditional Fox Trot, Waltz, and Swing. Salsa classes will be specific to styles and rhythms from Guatemala. Offering: Salsa, Meringue, Samba, Rumba, Cha Cha, and the newest and hottest dance craze ... The Bachata. |
| Contemporary Dance and Modern dance classes are based on the classical and contemporary techniques of the individual instructors. See instructors resume below. |
| FENCING !!! Students who plan to train in the competitive level of fencing will need to become members of the USFA (United States Fencing Association). All pertaining paper work will handed out at registration. Or visit www.usfencing.org |
| HIP - HOP & More !!! NEW YORK STYLE The latest influences in the hip hop and Latin dance scene come together in Edwin's fun and energetic classes. You will be dancing to your favorite hip-hop, pop, and R & B radio hits. If you want to feel electrified. And now... BOLLYWOOD! Don't miss this chance to dance with Edwin! |
| Director - Michele Ribble Born and raised by showbiz parents, Michele is an award winning choreographer, Master instructor, producer, dancer, and coach who has spent a lifetime working in classical ballet, tap dance, musical theater, and jazz. She has choreographed for both stage and screen including: assistant choreographer for the film "Beetlejuice", several Off Broadway shows and has choreographed numerous “gag” acts for the Garden Brothers, Right Bros., Bentley Bros and Ringling Bros. Circuses. Other credits include workshops and performances for Jacob's Pillow, HBO, Miramax, Circuit Productions, Hanna-Barbera and MTV. As lead dancer and choreographer for the Tommy Sands Revue she has played every town from NY to WA and has had the privilege of sharing the stage with: Count Basie, James Brown, Charo, Sammy Davis, Jr., Savion Glover, Gregory Hines, Jack Jones, Shirley Maclaine, Fabian, Juliet Prowse, Red Skelton, Ben Vereen, Dianne Walker; just to mention a few. She recently performed in the star-studded performance of "From the Horse's Mouth" with Martine Van Hamel, Brenda Bufalino, Tina Croll, Edwin Fion and Jamie Cunningham. Michele has danced as a member of the NYC Company, Ronn Forella and the Second Century Dancers, as guest artist with the Kirov Ballet, is a featured soloist at Tap City, the NYC Tap Festival and is known as dance partner to Charles Goddertz and Harold Cromer. In demand worldwide for her choreography and unique teaching skills Michele is constantly on the move sharing her talents anywhere dancers are eager to learn. Students at CSA (Community School of the Arts) in Marion Indiana were delighted to host her Tap Workshop , where she taught the original Bill Bojangles Robinson Stair Dance. Her choreography has been enjoyed by audiences at the Rainbow Room in NYC, the Marco Polo in Miami, Harrah's Casino in Atlantic City, Reno/Tahoe, as well as London, Scotland , Prague and on such prestigious stages as the Joyce Theater, Symphony Space, and the Duke on 42nd Street Theater on Broadway, NYC. Michele was on the summer staff at Kaatsbaan International Dance Center as an instructor and choreographer for the Extreme Ballet Pre-professional Intensive Summer Ballet Program, the Director of The New York Dance Center, a Master Instructor for Omega Institute’s summer intensives, an adjudicator and adjunct professor of dance at S.U.N.Y. New Paltz College, a Master Instructor for NADAA (National Association of Dancers and Affiliated Arts), writer/director/choreographer and MC for Tap City, the New York City Tap Festival, and a judge for Starbound and Olympic Miss Dance Competitions and a columnist for the International Tap Association Newsletter. Former Director of The New York Dance Center in Manhattan she is currently a faculty member and education advisor to the American Tap Dance Foundation, a guest instructor for Steps on Broadway in NYC, Director of the Rhinebeck Dance Centre in Rhinebeck and Red Hook and Showbiz Dance Studio in Kingston, NY. Member of: the America Federation of Radio & Television Artists, Kaatsbaan International, Dance Theater Workshop, International Tap Association, American Ballet Theater, Ulster Performing Arts Center, American Tap Dance Foundation, Dutchess and Ulster County Arts Alliances, and the National Association of Dancers and Affiliated Arts. Michele has a 14 year affiliation with the American Academy of Ballet, an 22 year affiliation with the American Tap Dance Foundation, a lifelong affiliation with members of the Royal Academy of Ballet , and is the Founder of the Roya Curie Dance Scholarship Foundation, which has funded over $17,000 to dancers in need since 1998. Michele is locally know as the "Dance Diva of Dutchess County" Teaching Experience - 35 years |
RDC Teacher BIOS
Anne Brosché - has trained in Classical Ballet with Nolan Dingman of North Carolina School of the Arts, Melissa Hayden, Jacques D’Amboise
and Edward Villella of New York City Ballet, Robert Denvers of Bejart Ballet of Belgium and Eugene Loring. Her passion for dance was
recognized by Violet Verde who offered her a scholarship to the School of American Ballet, the official school for New York City Ballet, and she
has also studied extensively under the tutelage of Roya Curie, whom she attributes as being instrumental in her success as a dancer. Anne
has been in several Off-Broadway productions including The Public Theater, and the James Joyce Memorial Liquid Theatre. She has been a
member of the Poughkeepsie Civic Ballet Company, where she performed as lead dancer in Jose Coronado's Mujares, and was a featured
soloist with Poughkeepsie Ballet Theatre under the direction of Gilbert Reed. Miss Anne is thrilled to be on faculty at the Rhinebeck Dance
Centre and is looking forward to collaborating with such an esteemed professional staff, and in making RDC her new dance home. Miss Anne
is looking forward to meeting and working with RDC's talented caliber of students.
Erika Campbell This will be Erika's 4th year at RDC and we just love her!
She has yet to give us her bio.
Mon Ray Francois
Mon Ray Francois has been dancing forever! He has performed in numerous music videos, Broadway and Off Broadway productions and most
recently seen performing at the Rhinebeck Performing Arts Center's production of Rent. He wants participants to come to his class with one
thing in mind... conditioning the body. Mon Ray is very excited about joining the RDC dance family and to share his Muscle Confusion with a
broader and more diverse group of people. CLASS DESCRIPTION: Muscle Confusion is a full body workout that is designed to replenish your
mind, body and spirit. No weights are used. Mon Ray says "Don't think exercise... think DANCE"
Participants will enjoy dancing to Latin and African rhythms starting with a diversified warm-up, different styles of choreography, and a challenge
section for two groups. Mon Ray assures that with his stress releasing class and Muscle Confusion Techniques, that he can provide you with a
better physique in just a few classes. Let's "Pump that core & tale it low"
Marianna Hunnicutt Dance has served not only as an avid hobby and interest for Marianna, but has also been a means of purpose and direction
in her life in essence of personal discipline, service, respect and poise. At age three Marianna began Ballet, Tap, Hip-Hop and Jazz at the
Springfield School of Dance in Oregon under the direction of Margo Slaughter. In her pre-teen years she joined the Eugene Ballet Academy, in
association with the Eugene Ballet Company, as an assistant dancer in seasonal performances such as The Nutcracker. When Marianna
attended the University of Portland she joined the Pilots Dance Team—later becoming Captain and Coach. She continued her ballet studies at
the University while honing her Jazz, Contemporary, and Hip-Hop training with artists local to Portland, OR, including the Vega Dance Lab and
Northwest Dance Company. Public service via entertainment is a major priority and motivation for Marianna’s dance endeavors. She has
coordinated and participated in many charity performances associated with the American Cancer Society, Children’s Miracle Network, March of
Dimes, Miss America Scholarship Organization, and Human Rights groups. Marianna recently graduated with a B.S. degree in Civil and
Environmental Engineering. She will be attending Bard College this Fall to begin her graduate studies in Environmental Policy.
Jeannette Kravic - Miss Jeannette is pleased to join us and brings to us her extensive dance training and passion for the dance. She has
studied under the direction of Tom Adair and was a member of the Poughkeepsie Ballet Theater and the Dutchess Dance Theater performing
several principal roles and as a featured soloist in many a Nutcracker. She has performed at the Bardavon and UPAC Theaters in several
ensembles and has been cast in dozens of plays to include: Oliver, Taming of the Shrew, The Apple Tree, The Man Who Came to Dinner and
George M. Cohan to mention a few. She began her love for dance at the Pinewood Ballet Academy where she trained in Jazz and Tap from
1981-1989. She continued her dance studies at SUNY Albany, Union College and the Guilderland Dance Center. Jeannette settled down in Red
Hook NY to become a Mom of her three lovely children and now that her children are older, she has the time to return to her love of dance. She
has taught for the Poughkeepsie Civic Ballet Company and the Pinewood School in children’s ballet and combination classes. Jeannette is
excited to meet her new students and looks forward to a great year of dance... learning and sharing the FUNdamentals!
Todd Li - Todd Li - began his tap dance training at the Rhinebeck Dance Centre in the early 50's .... more precisely, HIS early 50's. He has
studied and trained for more than 8 years under the direction of Michele Ribble, and in Master classes with instructors including David Rider,
Brenda Bufalino, DeWitt Fleming, Susan Hebach, Eli Newsom, Charlene Barro, Jared Grimes, Max Pollak and Jason Samuel Smith. He has
choreographed and performed at the Ulster Performing Arts Center. In addition to his interest in tapping, he is a avid jazz fan and musician and
has performed on saxophone at area venues with the Big Blue Big Band, the Top Hatters, and Switch-in-Time, just to mention a few. Todd's
teaching philosophy combines the fundamentals and history of tap with his interest in jazz music, so that the students can learn to teach
themselves. Todd is honored to have this opportunity to share his love of tapping with others.
Risa Petrone An Award winning performer, Miss Risa comes to us with a wealthy background in theater, dance and theater arts. She has eight
years of formal dance training to include : classical ballet, classical jazz, lyrical, hip-hop, contemporary dance, and tap dance. She has won
many awards for her vocals including being one of Dutchess Counties Best Female vocalist 2007 & 2008. In addition to her studies in NYC
workshops and classes with Michele Ribble and David Rider, Miss Risa enjoys dancing at Steps on Broadway and Broadway Dance Center.
She has studied with wonderful artists like, Tyce Diorio, Sabra Johnson, Kameron Bink , and has attended the Pulse Dance Teacher
Workshops in NYC, with Mia Michaels, Wade Robson, Dave Scott, Shane Sparks, and Brian Friedman. musical theater students in local
elementary schools, has choreographed for the Poughkeepsie Children’s Community Theatre, coordinated and supervised dance captains for
KASP (Krieger After-School Program) in Poughkeepsie, NY, coordinated stage combat routine for Dutchess Community College performances,
and has done several plays and workshops at the Rhinebeck Performing Arts Center and Dutchess Community College where she worked
directly with Michele Ribble as her Dance Captain in their Production of "Once Upon a Mattress". Her theater backgound spans several stages
and elements to include professional hair and make-up theatrical design, sound, and light design. Other awards include: the prestigious
Regional Stars on the Rise Award, and a Four Year Drama Achievement Award from Arlington High School. She is a Dutchess Community
College, Graduate of Honors Liberal Arts Program, President’s List and Dean’s List honor student. Miss Risa Attended 3 years of the New York
State Theatre Education Association (NYSTEA) conference. She currently continues her dance training with Edwin Fion, Michele Ribble and
members of the American Tap Dance Foundation. She is an affiliate of the NAADA (National Association Of Dance and Affiliated Arts). Miss Risa
is very excited to be joining staff at both SDS & RDC.
Abby Puca Abby give us your BIO!
Jordan Stroly began dancing at the age of three at the Stissing Loft School of Dance in Pine Plains, NY, studying Tap and Ballet under the
direction of CarolAnn Frenzel. In 1997, Jordan relocated to the Rhinebeck Dance Centre where her love for dance truly came alive under the
direction of Michele Ribble. From 1997 through 2004, Jordan trained in various disciplines, including Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical, Pointe, Contemporary,
Tumbling, Tap, and Hip-Hop. Throughout her years at RDC, she was given many opportunities to perform. These include the American Stardom
competition, the Roya Curie Gala, the Dutchess County Fair, and the Performance Awards presented by the American Academy of Ballet, where
she earned Gold for her performances of Levels Four and Five. In 2001, she attended the American Academy of Ballet Summer School of
Excellence at Vassar College, directed by Mignon Furman, where she was hand-chosen by the director to dance in the final performance.
Jordan later attended Dream Studio in Rhinebeck, NY, training in Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Pointe, Hip-Hop, and Yoga under the direction of Lara
Ganz. In high school, Jordan pursued her love of musical theatre at TriArts Sharon Playhouse in Connecticut and with the Stissing Theatre
Guild. With the Guild, she earned the honorable title of Dance Captain, and throughout her experience was a featured dancer and also earned
roles such as "Graziella" in West Side Story and "Bet" and the "Rose Seller" in Oliver!. Jordan is thrilled to be back at the Rhinebeck Dance
Centre and knows that her passion for dance will continue to grow!
Guest Artists
Edwin Fion Edwin Fion Professional dancer, teacher, and choreographer is currently working as an exclusive talent for one of the Top NYC
Talent Agencies, the Clear Talent Group. Artistic Director and Teaching artist for NY Dance Residency where he teaches Hip-Hop and Latin-
American dance in Arts-In-Education programs throughout New York State. Originally from Guatemala Edwin holds a degree in Advertising. His
professional theater career spans from having the leading roles in plays such as: West Side Story, Grease, Godspell, Jesus Christ Super Star,
and other shows to include: the Tina Croll and Jamie Cunningham’s show “From the Horses Mouth” where he also shared the stage with
Martine Van Hammel, Michele Ribble, Brenda Bufalino, and famed Hip-Hop duo Kwik and Rokafella. His awards as dancer and choreographer
include: the prestigious Silver Medal Award at the World Championship of Performing Arts for dance E.E.U.U., and Coach of the Year Award for
La Copa de las Americas, Mexico. His performing and dance training background in Theater and Dance Arts are: Jazz &Tap dance, Hip-Hop,
Clogging, Modern, Ballet, World Dance, Latin, Swing, Musical Theater, and his own style of “BPT” (Body Percussion & Tap). His most recent
credits Include: appearance on the popular ABC network Soap Opera “One Life to Live”, guest choreographer for an Off-Broadway Production of
Arabia Nights directed by Amira More, performing with CWDT at the Alvin Ailey Theater in the production “Tapas”, choreographer for the T.V sport
"Mini baby bell cheese, appearance in the new Verizon campaign and Performing in the International Dance festival Jacob's Pillow.
Eric Soyka Returns to RDC this fall. Eric is the director and owner of the Phoenix Center in Poughkeepsie NY, and has been involved with the
sport of fencing since the age of ten. In addition to managing The Phoenix Center, he currently works as an Assistant Coach for the Vassar
College Men's and Women's Fencing teams. His students compete at the divisional, sectional, and national levels. Eric has also competed at
the divisional, sectional, and national levels and has two students currently on the National Points List. He has completed Level 1 Foil at
Coaches College and is SST certified for both children and adults. He is a nationally rated referee earning his level 6 referee in Foil and Epee,
and a level 9 in Saber, and is working towards certification as a Moniteur d'Escrime.
Eric is excited to meet and share her skills with her new RDC students.
Anne Brosché - has trained in Classical Ballet with Nolan Dingman of North Carolina School of the Arts, Melissa Hayden, Jacques D’Amboise
and Edward Villella of New York City Ballet, Robert Denvers of Bejart Ballet of Belgium and Eugene Loring. Her passion for dance was
recognized by Violet Verde who offered her a scholarship to the School of American Ballet, the official school for New York City Ballet, and she
has also studied extensively under the tutelage of Roya Curie, whom she attributes as being instrumental in her success as a dancer. Anne
has been in several Off-Broadway productions including The Public Theater, and the James Joyce Memorial Liquid Theatre. She has been a
member of the Poughkeepsie Civic Ballet Company, where she performed as lead dancer in Jose Coronado's Mujares, and was a featured
soloist with Poughkeepsie Ballet Theatre under the direction of Gilbert Reed. Miss Anne is thrilled to be on faculty at the Rhinebeck Dance
Centre and is looking forward to collaborating with such an esteemed professional staff, and in making RDC her new dance home. Miss Anne
is looking forward to meeting and working with RDC's talented caliber of students.
Erika Campbell This will be Erika's 4th year at RDC and we just love her!
She has yet to give us her bio.
Mon Ray Francois
Mon Ray Francois has been dancing forever! He has performed in numerous music videos, Broadway and Off Broadway productions and most
recently seen performing at the Rhinebeck Performing Arts Center's production of Rent. He wants participants to come to his class with one
thing in mind... conditioning the body. Mon Ray is very excited about joining the RDC dance family and to share his Muscle Confusion with a
broader and more diverse group of people. CLASS DESCRIPTION: Muscle Confusion is a full body workout that is designed to replenish your
mind, body and spirit. No weights are used. Mon Ray says "Don't think exercise... think DANCE"
Participants will enjoy dancing to Latin and African rhythms starting with a diversified warm-up, different styles of choreography, and a challenge
section for two groups. Mon Ray assures that with his stress releasing class and Muscle Confusion Techniques, that he can provide you with a
better physique in just a few classes. Let's "Pump that core & tale it low"
Marianna Hunnicutt Dance has served not only as an avid hobby and interest for Marianna, but has also been a means of purpose and direction
in her life in essence of personal discipline, service, respect and poise. At age three Marianna began Ballet, Tap, Hip-Hop and Jazz at the
Springfield School of Dance in Oregon under the direction of Margo Slaughter. In her pre-teen years she joined the Eugene Ballet Academy, in
association with the Eugene Ballet Company, as an assistant dancer in seasonal performances such as The Nutcracker. When Marianna
attended the University of Portland she joined the Pilots Dance Team—later becoming Captain and Coach. She continued her ballet studies at
the University while honing her Jazz, Contemporary, and Hip-Hop training with artists local to Portland, OR, including the Vega Dance Lab and
Northwest Dance Company. Public service via entertainment is a major priority and motivation for Marianna’s dance endeavors. She has
coordinated and participated in many charity performances associated with the American Cancer Society, Children’s Miracle Network, March of
Dimes, Miss America Scholarship Organization, and Human Rights groups. Marianna recently graduated with a B.S. degree in Civil and
Environmental Engineering. She will be attending Bard College this Fall to begin her graduate studies in Environmental Policy.
Jeannette Kravic - Miss Jeannette is pleased to join us and brings to us her extensive dance training and passion for the dance. She has
studied under the direction of Tom Adair and was a member of the Poughkeepsie Ballet Theater and the Dutchess Dance Theater performing
several principal roles and as a featured soloist in many a Nutcracker. She has performed at the Bardavon and UPAC Theaters in several
ensembles and has been cast in dozens of plays to include: Oliver, Taming of the Shrew, The Apple Tree, The Man Who Came to Dinner and
George M. Cohan to mention a few. She began her love for dance at the Pinewood Ballet Academy where she trained in Jazz and Tap from
1981-1989. She continued her dance studies at SUNY Albany, Union College and the Guilderland Dance Center. Jeannette settled down in Red
Hook NY to become a Mom of her three lovely children and now that her children are older, she has the time to return to her love of dance. She
has taught for the Poughkeepsie Civic Ballet Company and the Pinewood School in children’s ballet and combination classes. Jeannette is
excited to meet her new students and looks forward to a great year of dance... learning and sharing the FUNdamentals!
Todd Li - Todd Li - began his tap dance training at the Rhinebeck Dance Centre in the early 50's .... more precisely, HIS early 50's. He has
studied and trained for more than 8 years under the direction of Michele Ribble, and in Master classes with instructors including David Rider,
Brenda Bufalino, DeWitt Fleming, Susan Hebach, Eli Newsom, Charlene Barro, Jared Grimes, Max Pollak and Jason Samuel Smith. He has
choreographed and performed at the Ulster Performing Arts Center. In addition to his interest in tapping, he is a avid jazz fan and musician and
has performed on saxophone at area venues with the Big Blue Big Band, the Top Hatters, and Switch-in-Time, just to mention a few. Todd's
teaching philosophy combines the fundamentals and history of tap with his interest in jazz music, so that the students can learn to teach
themselves. Todd is honored to have this opportunity to share his love of tapping with others.
Risa Petrone An Award winning performer, Miss Risa comes to us with a wealthy background in theater, dance and theater arts. She has eight
years of formal dance training to include : classical ballet, classical jazz, lyrical, hip-hop, contemporary dance, and tap dance. She has won
many awards for her vocals including being one of Dutchess Counties Best Female vocalist 2007 & 2008. In addition to her studies in NYC
workshops and classes with Michele Ribble and David Rider, Miss Risa enjoys dancing at Steps on Broadway and Broadway Dance Center.
She has studied with wonderful artists like, Tyce Diorio, Sabra Johnson, Kameron Bink , and has attended the Pulse Dance Teacher
Workshops in NYC, with Mia Michaels, Wade Robson, Dave Scott, Shane Sparks, and Brian Friedman. musical theater students in local
elementary schools, has choreographed for the Poughkeepsie Children’s Community Theatre, coordinated and supervised dance captains for
KASP (Krieger After-School Program) in Poughkeepsie, NY, coordinated stage combat routine for Dutchess Community College performances,
and has done several plays and workshops at the Rhinebeck Performing Arts Center and Dutchess Community College where she worked
directly with Michele Ribble as her Dance Captain in their Production of "Once Upon a Mattress". Her theater backgound spans several stages
and elements to include professional hair and make-up theatrical design, sound, and light design. Other awards include: the prestigious
Regional Stars on the Rise Award, and a Four Year Drama Achievement Award from Arlington High School. She is a Dutchess Community
College, Graduate of Honors Liberal Arts Program, President’s List and Dean’s List honor student. Miss Risa Attended 3 years of the New York
State Theatre Education Association (NYSTEA) conference. She currently continues her dance training with Edwin Fion, Michele Ribble and
members of the American Tap Dance Foundation. She is an affiliate of the NAADA (National Association Of Dance and Affiliated Arts). Miss Risa
is very excited to be joining staff at both SDS & RDC.
Abby Puca Abby give us your BIO!
Jordan Stroly began dancing at the age of three at the Stissing Loft School of Dance in Pine Plains, NY, studying Tap and Ballet under the
direction of CarolAnn Frenzel. In 1997, Jordan relocated to the Rhinebeck Dance Centre where her love for dance truly came alive under the
direction of Michele Ribble. From 1997 through 2004, Jordan trained in various disciplines, including Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical, Pointe, Contemporary,
Tumbling, Tap, and Hip-Hop. Throughout her years at RDC, she was given many opportunities to perform. These include the American Stardom
competition, the Roya Curie Gala, the Dutchess County Fair, and the Performance Awards presented by the American Academy of Ballet, where
she earned Gold for her performances of Levels Four and Five. In 2001, she attended the American Academy of Ballet Summer School of
Excellence at Vassar College, directed by Mignon Furman, where she was hand-chosen by the director to dance in the final performance.
Jordan later attended Dream Studio in Rhinebeck, NY, training in Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Pointe, Hip-Hop, and Yoga under the direction of Lara
Ganz. In high school, Jordan pursued her love of musical theatre at TriArts Sharon Playhouse in Connecticut and with the Stissing Theatre
Guild. With the Guild, she earned the honorable title of Dance Captain, and throughout her experience was a featured dancer and also earned
roles such as "Graziella" in West Side Story and "Bet" and the "Rose Seller" in Oliver!. Jordan is thrilled to be back at the Rhinebeck Dance
Centre and knows that her passion for dance will continue to grow!
Guest Artists
Edwin Fion Edwin Fion Professional dancer, teacher, and choreographer is currently working as an exclusive talent for one of the Top NYC
Talent Agencies, the Clear Talent Group. Artistic Director and Teaching artist for NY Dance Residency where he teaches Hip-Hop and Latin-
American dance in Arts-In-Education programs throughout New York State. Originally from Guatemala Edwin holds a degree in Advertising. His
professional theater career spans from having the leading roles in plays such as: West Side Story, Grease, Godspell, Jesus Christ Super Star,
and other shows to include: the Tina Croll and Jamie Cunningham’s show “From the Horses Mouth” where he also shared the stage with
Martine Van Hammel, Michele Ribble, Brenda Bufalino, and famed Hip-Hop duo Kwik and Rokafella. His awards as dancer and choreographer
include: the prestigious Silver Medal Award at the World Championship of Performing Arts for dance E.E.U.U., and Coach of the Year Award for
La Copa de las Americas, Mexico. His performing and dance training background in Theater and Dance Arts are: Jazz &Tap dance, Hip-Hop,
Clogging, Modern, Ballet, World Dance, Latin, Swing, Musical Theater, and his own style of “BPT” (Body Percussion & Tap). His most recent
credits Include: appearance on the popular ABC network Soap Opera “One Life to Live”, guest choreographer for an Off-Broadway Production of
Arabia Nights directed by Amira More, performing with CWDT at the Alvin Ailey Theater in the production “Tapas”, choreographer for the T.V sport
"Mini baby bell cheese, appearance in the new Verizon campaign and Performing in the International Dance festival Jacob's Pillow.
Eric Soyka Returns to RDC this fall. Eric is the director and owner of the Phoenix Center in Poughkeepsie NY, and has been involved with the
sport of fencing since the age of ten. In addition to managing The Phoenix Center, he currently works as an Assistant Coach for the Vassar
College Men's and Women's Fencing teams. His students compete at the divisional, sectional, and national levels. Eric has also competed at
the divisional, sectional, and national levels and has two students currently on the National Points List. He has completed Level 1 Foil at
Coaches College and is SST certified for both children and adults. He is a nationally rated referee earning his level 6 referee in Foil and Epee,
and a level 9 in Saber, and is working towards certification as a Moniteur d'Escrime.
Eric is excited to meet and share her skills with her new RDC students.
| RDC Faculty 2011 |
| Ms Jeannette Miss Jordan Miss Risa Miss Erika |
| Musical Theater Class will be based on Theatrical Songs, choreographies and production numbers from many wonderful Broadway Shows such as, Oliver, Annie, Peter Pan, My Fair Lady, Gypsy and on and on... |
| Michele Ribble Artistic/Executive Director Choreographer Teacher |
Eric Edwin Miss Marianna Miss Abby
Muscle ConFusion with MonRay Francois |
DANCE STUDIOS AVAILABLE FOR RENT CALL 845-876-3303 |
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| Private Instruction available in all disciplines provided at our school as well as Professional Choreography for: Pagents, competitions, body builders, clowns, color guard, cheer leaders, choral groups, bands, vocal groups, magic acts and for all ages, all levels. |
| NEW!! Burlesque, or ‘Burly Q’ is wonderful for anyone who wants to move in a sexy, girly, pretty and confident way. Mistakenly associated with erotic dance styles, it's not "how to do burlesque performing and take off your clothes," rather, burlesque-INSPIRED choreography. Burlesque dancing is a style which incorporates old fashioned burlesque cabaret and Fosse-era jazz with a modern-day twist. It's very sassy and alluring with fewer technical skills such as leaps and turns. Class focuses on basic technique and improves flexibility; thus, overall fitness. |
Miss Ann Mister Todd
| Award winning Beauty Pageant Coach and Choreographer |