Meet Our Instructors
At Vibe Performing Arts, the difference is in our staff, where you will have the opportunity to learn from multiple, specialized instructors—each with their own style and area of expertise—so you won’t be stuck being taught in every genre by the same, generalized instructor, but instead have the opportunity to learn from a true expert in their genre of dance. What really separates us from the others is that our instructors have real-world experience, are mentored by some of the best in the business, and provide endless networking opportunities for students through our master faculty. What's more, our staff has worked AND placed students in positions in the performing industry. We are the only studio in Gettysburg with professional New York and Los Angeles professional experience on staff. You have a choice as to where you want to take classes, we thank you for making informed decision and choosing Vibe!
We are always seeking new faculty talent!!! Email your resume to info@vibeperformingarts.net
We are always seeking new faculty talent!!! Email your resume to info@vibeperformingarts.net
Sarah Flynn -- Artistic Director
(Jazz, Lyrical, Hip-hop & Classical Ballet)
Sarah is the Artistic Director for Vibe, The Pulse Performing company and ENRAGE hip hop crew. She is a top award-winning dancer and choreographer. During her time as a dancer, Sarah was awarded numerous regional and national titles including Miss Senior All American Dance for several years, as well as being an elite member of The Pulse Performing Company and the lead dancer for ENRAGE hip hop crew. She has trained under Travis Wall, Christina Woodard, Sonyeh Tayeh, Twitch, Allison Holker, Mandy Moore, Mia Michaels, Laura Edwards, Angelica Stiskin, Victor Smalley, Angel Armas, Cyrus Spencer, Ricky Ubeda, and Alex Wong just to name a few. She was a lead dancer for years in many local broadway shows including Hairspray, Shrek, Tarzan, Cats and Beauty and the Beast. Sarah has a top-notch technical background focusing on strict ballet technique and placement, strong jazz and contemporary styles with edgy movement and choreography. Sarah helped to create and is the director for Vibe’s ENRAGE hip hop crew and is the brilliant mind behind its Award-winning dance pieces. Her hip hop choreography has graced the Stages of the Verizon Center for the Washington Wizards, The York Revolution, and Mt. Saint Mary’s college to name a few. Sarah is also the lead choreographer for the Acts Of Kindness theater company that performs every summer to raise money for charity and has recently done Beauty and the Beast and Newsies. Sarah choreographs shows for The Bellmont theater in York, PA, most recently including South Pacific and West Side Story. She is also the proud choreographer of Hanover High School’s musicals, and her works include Jekyll and Hide, Aida, Les Miserables and Hunchback. Vibe is VERY fortunate to have such a talent as Sarah as she is constantly sought after to work at the National and International level as both a dancer and a choreographer.
Sarah is the Artistic Director for Vibe, The Pulse Performing company and ENRAGE hip hop crew. She is a top award-winning dancer and choreographer. During her time as a dancer, Sarah was awarded numerous regional and national titles including Miss Senior All American Dance for several years, as well as being an elite member of The Pulse Performing Company and the lead dancer for ENRAGE hip hop crew. She has trained under Travis Wall, Christina Woodard, Sonyeh Tayeh, Twitch, Allison Holker, Mandy Moore, Mia Michaels, Laura Edwards, Angelica Stiskin, Victor Smalley, Angel Armas, Cyrus Spencer, Ricky Ubeda, and Alex Wong just to name a few. She was a lead dancer for years in many local broadway shows including Hairspray, Shrek, Tarzan, Cats and Beauty and the Beast. Sarah has a top-notch technical background focusing on strict ballet technique and placement, strong jazz and contemporary styles with edgy movement and choreography. Sarah helped to create and is the director for Vibe’s ENRAGE hip hop crew and is the brilliant mind behind its Award-winning dance pieces. Her hip hop choreography has graced the Stages of the Verizon Center for the Washington Wizards, The York Revolution, and Mt. Saint Mary’s college to name a few. Sarah is also the lead choreographer for the Acts Of Kindness theater company that performs every summer to raise money for charity and has recently done Beauty and the Beast and Newsies. Sarah choreographs shows for The Bellmont theater in York, PA, most recently including South Pacific and West Side Story. She is also the proud choreographer of Hanover High School’s musicals, and her works include Jekyll and Hide, Aida, Les Miserables and Hunchback. Vibe is VERY fortunate to have such a talent as Sarah as she is constantly sought after to work at the National and International level as both a dancer and a choreographer.
Dawn Glass
(Jazz, Lyrical, Hip-Hop)
Dawn has worked in the entertainment industry for over 25 years and is an accomplished dancer, choreographer singer and instructor. She has worked with artists such as Justin Timberlake, Gwen Stefani, Toni Braxton, Debra Cox and Foxy Brown, was the lead dancer/choreographer for the Broadway Show and tour of “Viva American” and the lead dancer in “Best of Broadway”. Dawn has performed in numerous music videos, films, commercials and musicals and is on faculty with Dance Olympus and Tam Jams International Tours. She is the Artistic Director for “The Pulse” Performance company and Vibe Performing Arts. Dawn has performed in numerous Broadway Dance Center Showcases and has been named All-American Choreographer consecutively for 9 years. Her students have worked in “The Radio City Rockette Christmas Spectacular”, lead roles in major motion pictures “Bring It On Again” “Austin Powers Goldmember”, “White Chicks” and “Step Up”; Janet Jackson National Tour and videos, NBA Allstar Show, American Girl on Broadway, International Touring Company of CATS, 42nd St, and a A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, The Academy Awards, MTV Music Awards, numerous Disney and Nickelodeon shows and commercials for Hannah Montana, Nike and Mattel. Dawn is very excited to bring her experience and passion for dance to her hometown of Gettysburg.
Dawn has worked in the entertainment industry for over 25 years and is an accomplished dancer, choreographer singer and instructor. She has worked with artists such as Justin Timberlake, Gwen Stefani, Toni Braxton, Debra Cox and Foxy Brown, was the lead dancer/choreographer for the Broadway Show and tour of “Viva American” and the lead dancer in “Best of Broadway”. Dawn has performed in numerous music videos, films, commercials and musicals and is on faculty with Dance Olympus and Tam Jams International Tours. She is the Artistic Director for “The Pulse” Performance company and Vibe Performing Arts. Dawn has performed in numerous Broadway Dance Center Showcases and has been named All-American Choreographer consecutively for 9 years. Her students have worked in “The Radio City Rockette Christmas Spectacular”, lead roles in major motion pictures “Bring It On Again” “Austin Powers Goldmember”, “White Chicks” and “Step Up”; Janet Jackson National Tour and videos, NBA Allstar Show, American Girl on Broadway, International Touring Company of CATS, 42nd St, and a A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, The Academy Awards, MTV Music Awards, numerous Disney and Nickelodeon shows and commercials for Hannah Montana, Nike and Mattel. Dawn is very excited to bring her experience and passion for dance to her hometown of Gettysburg.
Theresa Crawford
(Classical Ballet) -- Bonus: Interview with Theresa
Theresa has over 40 years experience instructing children and young adults in Classical Ballet in acclaimed ballet schools including, but not limited to, The Georgia Ballet, Orlando Ballet, and Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet (CPYB). She is the niece of world-renowned ballet master and founder of CPYB, Marcia Dale-Weary. Marcia saw something very special in Theresa and began to train her to teach at a very young age. Theresa has spent many years at CPYB, as well as other companies, training and fine-tuning the technical skills of serious ballet students (with over 20 going on to dance in professional ballet companies who have now retired)--as well as privately training 14 current professional ballet company members.
Hope (VonSas) Lawrence
(Youth Program Coordinator, Predance. Jazz, Lyrical, Hip-Hop & Classical Ballet Instructor)
Hope has trained in ballet, jazz and lyrical since the age of 5. She toured with the Children’s Performance Company from age 7-17 performing in England, Scotland, Wales, Republics of Czech and Slovakia, Austria, Hungary and The People’s Republic of China. She received a bachelors Degree in Dance from the University of the Arts in 2006 and has since trained with world-renowned choreographers. In 2012, Hope also earned Pilates mat certifications, and incorporates much of her fitness knowledge into her classes. With her training and experience she hopes to show students how to push and fuel the drive and passion into their craft.
Hope has trained in ballet, jazz and lyrical since the age of 5. She toured with the Children’s Performance Company from age 7-17 performing in England, Scotland, Wales, Republics of Czech and Slovakia, Austria, Hungary and The People’s Republic of China. She received a bachelors Degree in Dance from the University of the Arts in 2006 and has since trained with world-renowned choreographers. In 2012, Hope also earned Pilates mat certifications, and incorporates much of her fitness knowledge into her classes. With her training and experience she hopes to show students how to push and fuel the drive and passion into their craft.
Taylor Dorsey
(Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical, Tap, Improv)
Taylor Dorsey comes to Vibe with a wide array of dance training, teaching ability and professional experience. She has worked in film and television from America’s Got Talent to the Big Screen. Taylor has performed on stage with world-renowned choreographers as well as giving back to the community working with International Relief organization fundraisers such as The American Red Cross Hurricane Sandy Relief show choreographed by dance Superstar Adrienne Canterna. Taylor has captured many National Dance Titles as well as lead roles in major professional theater shows and has much to offer to Vibe students with her vast knowledge and experience. Her training, unique movement and style, impeccable technique and knowledge of the industry is truly an asset to our Vibe faculty and students.
Taylor Dorsey comes to Vibe with a wide array of dance training, teaching ability and professional experience. She has worked in film and television from America’s Got Talent to the Big Screen. Taylor has performed on stage with world-renowned choreographers as well as giving back to the community working with International Relief organization fundraisers such as The American Red Cross Hurricane Sandy Relief show choreographed by dance Superstar Adrienne Canterna. Taylor has captured many National Dance Titles as well as lead roles in major professional theater shows and has much to offer to Vibe students with her vast knowledge and experience. Her training, unique movement and style, impeccable technique and knowledge of the industry is truly an asset to our Vibe faculty and students.
Reggie Thompson
(Tumbling / Acro)
Reggie has spent many years in the tumbling/gymnastics world. His experiences include cheerleading for the Baltimore Ravens and Coppin State University (where he minored in dance), coaching tumbling for competitive cheer squads BOPPIES and Titanium Athletics in Baltimore and Shrewsbury, PA, respectively; and 9 years coaching tumbling for USA Gymnastics at the Hanover YMCA. Reggie is excited to further solidify Vibe’s tumbling/acro curriculum, and to add additional skill sets to the Enrage Hip Hop Crew.
Reggie has spent many years in the tumbling/gymnastics world. His experiences include cheerleading for the Baltimore Ravens and Coppin State University (where he minored in dance), coaching tumbling for competitive cheer squads BOPPIES and Titanium Athletics in Baltimore and Shrewsbury, PA, respectively; and 9 years coaching tumbling for USA Gymnastics at the Hanover YMCA. Reggie is excited to further solidify Vibe’s tumbling/acro curriculum, and to add additional skill sets to the Enrage Hip Hop Crew.
Ashley Betmarik
(Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical)
Ashley began her love of dance at the age of three. When she was 7, she began dancing competitvely. During her time spent competing, she has won numerous dance titles, and dance scholarships to Edge Performing Arts Center and Millenium Dance Complex in Los Angeles. Ashley has also trained at other renouned schools, such as CPYB and Broadway Dance Center. Ashley was a 4 year member of the dance team (serving as team captain for 3 years) at California University of Pennsylvania where she earned her BS in Nursing, while also minoring in dance. Ashley is excited to share her impressive knowledge, experience, and artistry with her students.
Ashley began her love of dance at the age of three. When she was 7, she began dancing competitvely. During her time spent competing, she has won numerous dance titles, and dance scholarships to Edge Performing Arts Center and Millenium Dance Complex in Los Angeles. Ashley has also trained at other renouned schools, such as CPYB and Broadway Dance Center. Ashley was a 4 year member of the dance team (serving as team captain for 3 years) at California University of Pennsylvania where she earned her BS in Nursing, while also minoring in dance. Ashley is excited to share her impressive knowledge, experience, and artistry with her students.
Brittney Geppi
(Hip Hop, Jazz)
Brittney has been dancing since the age of three and found early on that dance was a true passion for her. She has trained in classical ballet, jazz, lyrical, hip-hop and musical theater both locally and with world-renowned choreographers. Brittney specializes in hip-hop and brings a unique and cool "vibe" to every hip-hop class, combo and routine. She is very excited to be a part of the wonderful Vibe faculty and share her passion of dance with the Vibe students.
Brittney has been dancing since the age of three and found early on that dance was a true passion for her. She has trained in classical ballet, jazz, lyrical, hip-hop and musical theater both locally and with world-renowned choreographers. Brittney specializes in hip-hop and brings a unique and cool "vibe" to every hip-hop class, combo and routine. She is very excited to be a part of the wonderful Vibe faculty and share her passion of dance with the Vibe students.
Jordan Shrader
(Lyrical, Jazz)
Jordan began dancing at the young age of three and hasn’t stopped since. She has been awarded numerous National Dance Titles as well as receiving a full dance scholarship to the Prestigious Pennsylvania Governor’s School for the Arts. Jordan began teaching dance at the age of 17 and continued to do so throughout her college years as one of the top instructors at Bloomsburg University, where she earned her bachelor's degree. While at college she was also a member of the Bloomsburg University Dance Team while continuing to train with world-renowned choreographers throughout the country. Jordan is thrilled to be a part of the Vibe faculty and share her love for dance with others.
Jordan began dancing at the young age of three and hasn’t stopped since. She has been awarded numerous National Dance Titles as well as receiving a full dance scholarship to the Prestigious Pennsylvania Governor’s School for the Arts. Jordan began teaching dance at the age of 17 and continued to do so throughout her college years as one of the top instructors at Bloomsburg University, where she earned her bachelor's degree. While at college she was also a member of the Bloomsburg University Dance Team while continuing to train with world-renowned choreographers throughout the country. Jordan is thrilled to be a part of the Vibe faculty and share her love for dance with others.
Paige Erdman(Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical)
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Paige Erdman is an award-winning dancer and choreographer, capturing multiple dance titles including Miss Teen All American Dance 2015 and Miss Senior All American Dance 2016, as well as prestigious honors for her students. Paige was awarded National Student Choreographer of the year in 2018. Paige began teaching dance when she was 15, and has a special place in her heart for our youngest dancers. Many of her students have earned numerous titles and first place overall awards. As a dancer, Paige was an elite member of The Pulse Performing Company and District 1 member of ENRAGE hip hop crew. Paige has performed as a lead dancer in many local Broadway shows including Shrek, The Little Mermaid and Beauty and the Beast. She has performed for the York Revolution, The NBA Washington Wizards, the Harlem Wizards and on Royal Caribbean’s Explorer Of The Seas. Paige has studied at Broadway Dance Center in NYC, and was also accepted into the Joffrey Ballet summer training program. Paige also trained under and was an apprentice to Theresa Crawford, world renown Ballet Mistress. She has also trained under many top Dancers in the industry including Travis Wall, Christina Woodard, Mandy Moore, Mark Goodman, Laura Edwards, Angelica Stiskin,Wildabeast, Ellenore Scott, Amelia Lowe, Lauren Frodermen, and Casie Goshow to name a few. Paige has trained for 16 years in ballet, pointe, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, and hip hop and has trained in acro and voice for 4 years. Paige loves sharing her passion for the arts with all of Vibe’s students! Paige continues to teach private lessons for Vibe students while also attending Villanova University’s’ School of Business.
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Maddie Brinkley is an award-winning dancer and Choreographer, receiving many awards for her incredible style and quality of dance! She has received numerous top awards at local and regional competitions, including special judge’s awards. While at Vibe, she was an Elite member of The Pulse Performing Company and a lead dancer in District 1 of Enrage hip hop crew. Maddie has performed with the Moscow Ballet in the Nutcracker. She has performed as the opening act for the York Revolution, the NBA Washington Wizards, and the Harlem Wizards. She has earned scholarships from Titans of Dance, Excel In Motion and All American Talent while being recognized by the best in the industry. She has also trained under Travis Wall, Christina Woodard, Sonyeh Tayeh, Twitch, Allison Holker, Mandy Moore, Mia Michaels, Laura Edwards, Angelica Stiskin, and Wildabeast to name a few. Maddie also shared the stage and danced with several previous finalists from SYTYCD such as Ellenore Scott, Amelia Lowe, Lauren Frodermen, Casie Goshow. Maddie has trained for 15 years in ballet, pointe, jazz, jazz funk, lyrical, contemporary, and hip hop. Maddie loves to inspire all her students and fellow dancers at Vibe! Maddie continues to teach technique privates for Vibe Students while continuing her education at Penn State.
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Maddie Brinkley
(Hip Hop, Jazz, Lyrical)
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Master Faculty
Laura Edwards (Hip Hop)
Laura is a talented instructor/choreographer,who has amazing insight and connections in the industry. With all of her incredible success, Laura continues to be humble and very appreciative of her wonderful opportunities. She is a kind and caring soul and truly enjoys sharing her talents and knowledge with young dancers who love the art of dance as much as she does. Laura has spent many years performing in the industry with the likes of Britney Spears on both her tours and music videos, in movies such as Hairspray, Footloose, Step Up 1 & 2, and Alvin and the Chipmunks--and on television working with Beyonce' on the Billboard Music Awards, and Dancing with the Stars with Miley Cyrus and Justin Bieber. Laura also has an impressive background in choreography, working with Jennifer Lopez, on So You Think You Can Dance, and with the Justin Bieber Tour in 2016. Laura is also on Faculty at Monsters of Hip Hop, and top studios such as Millenium Dance Complex and Debbie Allen Dance Academy in LA.
Courtney Thurston
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Maggie Kudirka
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Photos and Bios Coming Soon!!!
Hanna Odegard
Trinity O'Neill
Guest Faculty
Angelica Stisken -- Joffrey Ballet School, Artistic Director
Angel Armas - Stars Dance Studio Miami
Victor Smalley - Stars Dance Studio Miami
Ricky Ubeda - 2014 Champion SYTYCD
Derek Piquette -- 2015 Top 14 SYTYCD
Nico Greetham -- 2013 Top 10 SYTYCD
Amelia Lowe -- 2012 Top 14 SYTYCD
Angel Armas - Stars Dance Studio Miami
Victor Smalley - Stars Dance Studio Miami
Ricky Ubeda - 2014 Champion SYTYCD
Derek Piquette -- 2015 Top 14 SYTYCD
Nico Greetham -- 2013 Top 10 SYTYCD
Amelia Lowe -- 2012 Top 14 SYTYCD