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
Dawn Glass -- Artistic Director
(Jazz, Lyrical, Hip-Hop, Tumbling)
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.
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.
Sarah Flynn
(Jazz, Lyrical, Hip-hop & Classical Ballet)
Sarah has a strong classical ballet background as well as a vast knowledge of today’s exciting new styles like those seen on “So You Think You Can Dance”. Sarah is so in tune with the latest styles, that her cutting edge choreography has caught the attention of talent scouts from SYTYCD. Sarah is the crew leader for the Enrage Hip Hop Crew--which performs throughout the region for NBA and NCAA events, among others. She also has stage choreography experience choreographing several musicals for high schools and Acts of Kindness Theatre Company. Sarah’s unique approach to choreography, her brilliant creativity and amazing dance skills motivate all that take her class. Sarah’s goal is to share her wonderful passion of dance with all of her students.
Sarah has a strong classical ballet background as well as a vast knowledge of today’s exciting new styles like those seen on “So You Think You Can Dance”. Sarah is so in tune with the latest styles, that her cutting edge choreography has caught the attention of talent scouts from SYTYCD. Sarah is the crew leader for the Enrage Hip Hop Crew--which performs throughout the region for NBA and NCAA events, among others. She also has stage choreography experience choreographing several musicals for high schools and Acts of Kindness Theatre Company. Sarah’s unique approach to choreography, her brilliant creativity and amazing dance skills motivate all that take her class. Sarah’s goal is to share her wonderful passion of dance with all of her students.
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.
Reggie Thompson
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(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. |
Taylor Dorsey
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(Ballet, Jazz, 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. |
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Carolyn Sanagursky
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(Ballet)
Carolyn began dancing at the age of 3 in Upstate New York at the Enid Knapp Botsford School of Dance. After moving to Maryland, she attended Ballet Royale Institute of Maryland where she studied the Vaganova syllabus, Horton technique, Jazz/ Hip Hop, Lyrical, Character, and Flamenco. Under the watchful tutelage of Donna Pidel, she was given the opportunity to be coached and taught by world renown Ballet Masters including- Slava Mesropov, Olga Tozyiakova, Tatiana Legat, Rafael Grigorian, Svetlana Kravtsova, and Vadim Pisarev. She participated in both the Youth America Grand Prix and American Dance Awards, and was awarded various honors and titles throughout her years competing. Carolyn attended Nutmeg Conservatory for the Arts where she continued the study of Vaganova syllabus and Graham technique. Again, she was fortunate to be coached and taught by prominent Ballet Masters including- Maria Youskevitch, Eleanor De’Antuono, Alexi Tchernichov, Victoria Mazzarelli, and Terese Capucilli. Additionally, she was accepted to the Joffrey Trainee Program in New York City under the direction of John Magnus. Now, as a teacher and coach, Carolyn strives to help each dancer reach their maximum potential, build a solid classical ballet foundation, and pass along her passion for dance. |
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 & Ballet)
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.
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.
Theresa Crawford
(Classical Ballet) -- Bonus: Interview with Theresa
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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.
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Courtney Thurston
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Maggie Kudirka
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Photos and Bios Coming Soon!!!
Paige Erdman -- Ballet, Jazz
Maddie Brinkley -- Hip Hop
Katie Kollars -- Musical Theatre, Hip Hop
Melissa Karlheim -- Tap
Guest Faculty
Angelica Stisken -- Joffrey Ballet School
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
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