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FEB 27 - MAR 1 INDIANAPOLIS, IN
Indianapolis showcases a highly experienced panel rooted in performance, choreography, and education, delivering clear, professional feedback with a strong emphasis on artistry and technique.
Tiffany Shontelle
Portland, OR
Tiffany Shontelle is a performer, choreographer, producer, and director with a career spanning stage, screen, commercial, and live entertainment. Classically trained at the award-winning Schell School of Dance, she works across multiple styles and continues her education through certifications and training. Her career includes national and international performances, multiple dance and pageant titles, and the honor of Miss Dance USA. Her credits include The Miss America Pageant, MTV, Portland Dance Project, Act One Talent, Academy One Model and Talent Agency, and Living Hope Productions. She performed as a Las Vegas showgirl and principal dancer in 40 Deuce, Beacher’s Madhouse, and major production shows. She also danced for Carnival Cruise Lines and served as lead dancer and choreographer for the band Flexor T. Tiffany has worked commercially with Nike, Nordstrom, Varsity Sportswear, and Handful. As a choreographer and director, she has led productions such as Grease, Chicago, Mary Poppins, Pippin, Bring It On, and Evita. She is the Principal Choreographer of Tiffany Shontelle and Company. She is the founder of Chasing Sunsets Dance Workshop and Convention and currently teaches for Dance Fusion Northwest and Vancouver City Ballet. Tiffany also judges and teaches for national competitions and continues to mentor dancers across the U.S. with a strong focus on artistry, leadership, and empowerment.
Tara Iacobucci
Cranston, RI
Beginning her studies at a young age in all genres of dance, Tara later transitioned into performing a variety of ballets with Ballet RI. Fast forward, Tara became the director of the award-winning dance companies at The Talent Factory in Rhode Island, where many of her students have gone on to accept prestigious scholarships at such places as Marymount Manhattan College, Montclair State University, Elon University, PACE University, as well as professional schooling and companies overseas. Her choreography has been chosen to be a part of the Boston Contemporary Dance Festival during its inaugural year, and she premiered work at the Joyce Theater in NYC. In 2019, Tara had the pleasure of visiting Joffrey Ballet’s Jazz & Contemporary Pre-Professional Training Program in New York City to hold her own audition and cast dancers for a piece she choreographed for their end of the year show. Tara was thrilled to get the opportunity to expand her knowledge when taking on, and participating in, a few film projects. From international costume companies, to promo videos, to the most recent film project with close friend and inspiration, Andy Pellick, that was graciously promoted by Dance Teacher Magazine. Tara strives to emphasize the importance of never feeling complacent and always remaining a student. She can be seen traveling throughout the country for various competitions and conventions, and is also on faculty at Dean College. Feel free to check out more about Tara at taramariechoreography.com
Christie Delaney
Buffalo, NY
Christie Delaney is a performer, choreographer, director, and instructor originally from Orchard Park, NY. She started dancing at the age of 2 at Mary Alice’s Dance Studio. She then continued her training at the University at Buffalo where she earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Dance. At UB, Christie was a member of Zodiaque Dance Company, Tap Teaching Assistant, Director of Dancer’s Workshop, recipient of the Amanda Occhino scholarship award, among many other credits. Upon graduation, Christie moved to Williamsburg, VA to be the Dance Supervisor at Busch Gardens Williamsburg. During her time at BGW she performed in numerous shows as the swing performer, mastering up to 20 tracks at one time, rehearsal technician, and assistant choreographer. In addition to performing in over 15 shows at BGW, her other performing credits include Six Flags, Spirit Productions, and Darien Lake Theme Park Resort. Christie has taught tap workshops and master classes up and down the East Coast, sharing her love of dancing. She has choreographed productions for Opera in Williamsburg and ShowStoppers. She travels across the country and adjudicates dance competitions at the regional and national level and is a member of the prescreened group of judges of Impact Dance Adjudicators. While in Virginia, Christie was the Assistant Artistic Director of SI Dance, LLC, where she instructed and choreographed for their company, SIDanCo. Her choreography has won top awards at competitions including Best Choreography, Critics Choice, Highest Scoring, and special judges awards. Christie is thrilled to be back home in Buffalo with her husband, Evan, four beautiful children, and their dog, Rosie. Currently, she is on faculty with Mary Alice’s Dance Studio and Steppin’ Out Dance Academy and is the choreographer for America’s Rock Illusionist: Leon Etienne. Christie is currently on the roster of judges with Impact Dance Adjudicators.
