Kaitlyn is so excited to be a part of the creative process at Dance Lab! Broadway: Funny Girl, My Fair Lady. Off Broadway/NYC: We Are The Tigers (Annleigh), Joyce Theatre, Duke on 42nd, NY City Center. National Tour: Newsies, White Christmas, Funny Girl, My Fair Lady. Regional: White Christmas (Judy) Bucks County Playhouse, MUNY, Goodspeed. TV/Film: The Gilded Age, Blue Bloods, Newsies. Emerson College grad. Thanks to Josh, Ayodele, Torya, Jason and DGRW! @kaitlyn_frank16

Josh is a young man on a mission to inspire and delight audiences - both young and old. His story of persistence, hard work and positivity brings smiles, tears, and joy to audiences all over the world. Inspirational Keynote Speaker published writer and Tap Dance Artist. ​Josh Johnson is a Harlem native, who tapped danced on the trains of New York City to pay for Penn State Tuition. After graduating from University Josh has been keeping in the tradition of the African American tap masters, tap dancing in Jazz clubs, teaching and performing globally.

Hadar Landan is an NYC based dancer and choreographer. Some of her fondest artistic experiences include performing with the late and great Gregg Russell’s Tap Sounds Underground; earning a grant toward putting on her own show through DM Arts Fest; and curating the NYC Studio Series, a community arts initiative aiming to provide affordable classes and opportunities for artists. Most recently, Hadar has premiered work at Dixon Place's Festival of Queer Artists and travels across the country as an educator.

I have always had a passion for the process of learning and personal growth. Dance has given me the opportunity to relentlessly pursue these passions. The best part is the amazing people and talent that I get to do this with along the way. I am constantly inspired by the artists around me and want nothing more than to continue on this wonderful journey I have been so blessed to be a part of.

Wyatt Oswald, is a renowned dancer and choreographer with a string of national titles to his name. Specializing in tap, he began his journey under the mentorship of top tap dancers, honing his skills to perfection. Wyatt’s talent has graced the Broadway National Tour of A Christmas Story for three consecutive years, where he showcased his versatility by portraying multiple characters and delivering standout tap solos. Currently based in NYC, he continues to pursue his passion while sharing his expertise as a teacher and assistant at Revel Dance Convention events nationwide.

Jessee Leigh Robinson is a New York City-based tap dancer from Los Angeles, CA. She is currently working with Anthony Morigerato’s production company “AM Dance Productions”. Jessee has most recently been a part of the Jelly’s Last Jam NYCC Encores (Pre-Production Dance Crew) choreographed by Dormeshia and Edgar Godineaux. Her performance credits include The School Of Jacob’s Pillow on the Henry J. Leir Stage, Arts on Site, Alvin Ailey, Dixon Place, and Steps Beyond Foundation.

Makayla Ryan, originally from Grand Rapids, Michigan, is a graduate of Pace University (BFA in Commercial Dance). Credits include Bzzz at The Joyce Theater NYC (chor./dir. Caleb Teicher), An American in Paris (Cape Playhouse, chor./dir. Al Blackstone), and concert works by Mandy Moore, Billy Bell, Lauren Gaul, Jess Hendricks, Shannon Lewis, Anthony Morigerato, and Jared Alexander. Workshops: DLNY Tap Cycle 2021. Short Films coming soon: To: Everything I Love (Asst. Choreo.), Echo (Co-writer, Asst. Dir.).

Funmi Sofola is an NYC-based dancer from Seattle, WA. She is an alum of Pace University (BFA Commercial Dance), Jacob's Pillow, YoungArts, and Dance Lab New York. Recent performances include "Jelly's Last Jam" (Encores!) and "BZZZ" (The Joyce Theater). In addition to performing, Funmi has a love for teaching and choreography. She has presented work at YCF Dance, choreographed for Pace FTVC, and is guest faculty at Steps on Broadway. Funmi is inspired by all that brings her joy.