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| About
the Director |
Ms.
Donna Tucci originally from Detroit,
Michigan, took her first ballet
class at the age of 7. She studied with
Ms. Grace Thomas, a former professional
dancer, who was primarily trained in
the Cecchetti and Russian forms of ballet.
Donna continued her study of ballet,
pointe, tap, jazz and spanish dancing
with Ms. Thomas through her high school
years and performed at many local and
state functions.
At
age 11, Donna was accepted as an apprentice
with the Detroit City Ballet Company
and performed with them locally and
state wide. At age 18, Ms. Tucci competed
in the Miss Roseville (Michigan) Pageant
and won the title along with the talent
award. She went on to compete in the
Miss Michigan Pageant (Miss America
affiliate), Muskegon, Michigan.
Upon
her graduation from high school, Donna
went to New York to study with the American
Ballet Theatre and Richard Thomas (John-Boy
Walton's dad). She also, auditioned
for the Radio City Music Hall Rockettes
and was chosen as a summer replacement.
On
her return from the Big Apple, Ms. Tucci
continued her dance training at Mary
Grove College with Iacob Lascu, Dance
Detroit. She was also a student at the
Mannequin Modeling School and performed
with the Detroit Producers Association.
Ms. Tucci has also furthered her education
in the field of Physical Therapy. She
has obtained an Associates Degree from
Macomb Community College, Clinton Township,
Michigan in Applied Science as a Physical
Therapist Assistant and is licensed
in the state of Florida. She is a Certified
Pilates Instructor by the Professional
Health & Fitness Institute. She
has attended several continuing education
courses including, "Performing
Arts in Physical Therapy" seminar
in San Francisco, CA and "Developmental
Dance: A Treatment Approach for Children
with Developmental Delays and Neurological
Impairment" in West Palm Beach.
In June 1995, Ms. Tucci was also the
recipient of the Child Enrichment Award
presented to her by the Mayor of Royal
Palm Beach, Tony Masilotti.
Ms.
Tucci began teaching dance at age 14
and has taught at several dance studios
in the Detroit area. As an instructor,
Donna uses the formal approach by utilizing
classroom discipline and a strict dress
code. She feels it is important the
students learn quality technique, proper
posture and body alignment, in order
to prevent injuries and develop proper
placement skills. Her goal of the studio
is to create an atmosphere that is professional
yet full of fun, smiles and love of
dancers of all ages. She hopes you choose
to be a part of her "Dance Family"
So...Come on... Let's Dance!!!
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| Julia
Sanchez-Masi |
Julia
Sanchez-Masi grew up in Nebraska and
South America.
She began dancing at the age of four.
She attended Oklahoma City University,
where she studied all forms of dance,
musical theatre, and acting. Julia graduated
with a Bachelor's Degree in Dance performance.
Professionally, Julia has been fortunate
to work in many great venues.
She
has performed several Musicals in Regional
Theatres, toured nationally and internationally
to places like Singapore, Hong Kong,
and Malaysia. She has performed professionally
on the stages of New York, as well as
modeling and t.v. work. Julia has also
had the opportunity to travel the world
as a Dancer for Holland America Cruise
Line. Her teaching experiences include;
touring as an instructor for Universal
Dance Association, choreographing and
teaching for Columbia University's Academy,
Oklahoma City University's Academy,
and other studios in New York, Nebraska,
and Oklahoma.
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Laurie Romeo-Mabey
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Laurie Romeo-Mabey has received a BFA degree in dance from
Montclair State University where she was recipient of the
prestigious choreography scholarship award. She has danced
for many well know choreographers as well as touring with
various dance companies and musicals. Her choreography has
been seen in off-broadway shows, Lincoln Center outdoor concerts
series, Make a Wish Foundation shows, colleges and universities.
Laurie has been teaching dance for over 12 years to children of
all ages and adults.
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Brittany Tobasco
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Brittany Tobasco was born in Howell, NJ. At a young age she discovered
her passion for dance and began taking class.
By the age of six, Brittany began competing in national competitions
with an elite troupe based out of The Dance Stop in Parlin, NJ. At
just 13 years of age, Miss Tobasco had received numerous awards and
titles such as Elite Dancer of the Year, Starbound Top Soloist, and
Starbound Grand Champion. Miss Tobasco also became a student of the
Freehold Regional High School District Fine Performing Arts Academy
in 2005.
After relocating to Florida in 2006, Brittany began training at
Donna Tucci School of Dance. She competed in numerous competitions
and won various awards such as Florida Match Play Teen Soloist
Champion and American Open Dance Championship National Champion.
She graduated from nationally recognized Alexander Dreyfoos School
of the Arts in 2009. Brittany adores instructing children of all
ages in all techniques of dance.
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Whitney Earnhardt
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Greg Gilman
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