Kaitlynn Edgar grew up training in all styles of dance. Upon graduation Kaitlynn went on an international tour with a contemporary ballet company, Rock the Ballet as a principal dancer. After touring she moved to Los Angeles where she has danced for Shaping Sound, Nicki Minaj, David Guetta, Camilla Cabelo, and many other artists. She has been featured on many television shows such as The American Music Awards, the Late Late Show, SNL, Fosse/Verdon, and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. She was a featured dancer in the film “In the Heights” , JLO film “Marry Me” , “Spirited” & “IF”! When not on stage or screen she teaches all over the country sharing her talents with the next generation of amazing dancers! Kaitlynn is super excited to watch all of your talent shine!

Ginger is on faculty at Broadway Dance Center, Pace University and Sacred Heart University. She holds a MS in Kinesiology, a BFA in Dance from Temple University, and is certified by the National Academy of Sports Medicine as a Corrective Exercise Specialist. She’s taught master classes in Europe, Mexico, Japan, Danse Encore festival Quebec, the Joffrey Contemporary Ballet, and studios and dance conventions throughout the U.S. As a choreographer, Ginger’s work is described as ‘absorbing and inventive, with amusing creativity,’ by the Jazz Dance E-news, and Bob Boross quotes, “the greatest exploration of the choreographic voice within jazz dance was seen in the work of Ginger Cox.” She’s choreographed for Nike, the NJ Nets Dancers, recording artist Lijie, Hanayashiki Show in Japan, the Élan Awards, honoring Mr. Lar Lubavich, Dancing Wheels Company, Earl Mosley Institute, the Brooklyn Dance Festival, Wise Fruit, Giving Tree Series, NY Jazz Choreography Project, Choreographer's Canvas, Wax Works, DRA, Independent films, industrials, and the NuDance Festival, where the NY Times quoted “the selection of choreographers was unusually good.” Ginger is the founder of the Dancing Anatomy Workshop and has presented anatomy/movement-based seminars at the Dance Science and Somatics Conference, the Bill Evans Somatic Conference, and the Dance Educators Training Institute. Ginger was featured in Dance Informa for her integration of anatomy in dance training, and in Dancetrain Magazine for her teaching methods and dynamic style. She’s contributed to articles in Dance Teacher Magazine, Dance Spirit, is on the Faculty Advisory Board at BDC and the Young Choreographers Dance Festival and developed curriculum for BDC’s ISVP program and the Dance Educator Development (DTW). Some of her many performance highlights include Saturday Night Live with Molly Shannon and Jimmy Falon, artist Lou Bega, industrials and dance concerts.

Michael Cusumano began dancing at the age of 6. At the age of 14, he won the Bronze Medal at the International Ballet Competition in Varna, Bulgaria, the youngest male dancer to medal in the competition's history at the time. That same year he went on to win the special Jury Prize at the Prix de Paris 1994. Michael then joined the American Ballet Theatre at the age of 15, the youngest male dancer in the Company's history. After ABT, Michael danced as a principal with Alabama Ballet, then as a soloist with the Boston Ballet. He went on to perform in the original cast of All Shook Up on Broadway, then most recently starred as "the jury" in the smash hit, Chicago The Musical on Broadway. Michael competed and won the title of "Mr. Broadway" in the Broadway Beauty Pageant in 2011. Other credits include The Most Happy Fella at New York State Theater, On The Town at Encores, Live with Regis and Kelly, The Today Show, ABT Now for PBS, Le Corsaire for PBS, and the feature film Center State. Michael is currently on faculty at Pace University and so excited to be working with the talented dancers at ADP!

Reed Tankersley, from Northern California, earned his BFA from the Juilliard School in 2014. Shortly after, Reed joined Twyla Tharp’s 50th Anniversary Tour and has continued to perform with the company in numerous Tharp works including In the Upper Room, Nine Sinatra Songs, How Long Blues, The Fugue, Brahms Paganini, Ocean’s Motion, and Eight Jelly Rolls. He has also worked as a repetiteur for Tharp’s Baker’s Dozen. In 2019, Reed ran away to the circus and toured the country as the lead performer in Cirque Du Soleil’s Volta. He has been seen on the Dolce and Gabbanna runway, and with artists such as CharliXCX, Dorian Electra, and Kimbra.Reed is a YoungArts Winner and one of Dance Magazine’s “25 to Watch.”

Katie is a professional dancer, choreographer, and educator based in New York City. She recently finished her year long run at the Wintergarden Theatre playing Linda Mcfly in Back to the Future on Broadway. She’s traveled the country serving as Dance Captain/Swing on the National Tour of Saturday Night Fever. Some of her other professional credits include: A Chorus Line, West Side Story, Mamma Mia, Singin in the Rain, Gypsy, The Addams Family, Smokey Joe’s Cafe, and Beehive the 60’s Musical. Katie is certified with the Youth Protection Advocates in Dance and is committed to creating a healthy environment for the next generation of artists. She uses her platform on social media to showcase her choreography and teaching style while advocating for the emotional safety and well being of young dancers during their training.

Kolton Krouse, originally from Gilbert, Arizona, began their training at the age of 9 at Tempe Dance Academy. While attending their 2nd Year at The Juilliard School, they were simultaneously performing in the Broadway Revival of CATS the Musical every night as Tumblebrutus. Most recently seen in the Broadway’s, Bob Fosse’s Dancin’, Kolton was also in the film Adaptation of CATS the Musical, Freddie Falls In Love as Madame K, Fosse/Verdon as the Kit Kat Dancer, Westworld, Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, and The Late Late Show with James Corden . An alumni of Juilliard, Kolton was named Dance Magazine‘s Top 25 to Watch in 2018 and is the only person to win all 4 National Titles at New York City Dance Alliance.

Scott Weber has been a principal dancer and acrobat at The Metropolitan Opera for more than a decade, most recently featured in Die Frau Ohne Schatten. His work extends across stage and screen: he will appear in the forthcoming film Kiss of the Spiderwoman with Jennifer Lopez, and his additional credits include The Greatest Showman (film), Broadway productions of King Kong and M. Butterfly, and Cirque du Soleil’s Paramour. Beyond the Met, he has performed as a principal with Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo and danced with Boston Ballet, reflecting the breadth of his artistic career. Weber received his training at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris, the University of California, Irvine, Southland Ballet Academy, and the Jimmie DeFore Dance Center, where he developed the classical foundation that underpins his dynamic stage presence. Before embarking on his professional dance career, he was a three-time Junior Olympic Gymnastics National Champion on floor exercise, earning national medals on vault and competing internationally, including training at Beijing’s National Training Center. Recruited by top collegiate gymnastics programs such as Ohio State, Penn State, Michigan State, the University of Nebraska, Stanford, and West Point Military Academy, he ultimately chose dance — forging a path that unites the rigor of elite athletics with the artistry of ballet, Broadway, and film.

Naomi Bowen (she/her) is a young aspiring artist that using her work ethic to make an impact not only for herself, but for her community! Originally from Brampton, Ontario, Naomi currently fuels her dance journey by living in New York City pursuing a degree in Commercial Dance at Pace University. Prior to that Naomi grew up training at Joanne Chapman School of Dance where she was a competitive dancer for 10+ years training in multiple styles such as : ballet, jazz, tap, acro, contemporary, hip hop, and musical theatre. Naomi is always willing to put her best foot forward in any room she walks into, making it a positive atmosphere and ensuring it it filled with nothing but joy and laughter! Naomi has had a glimpse of the industry working with Toronto artists such as Linda Garneau, Mitch Jacks, Tatiana Parker; and US based artists like Derek Piquette, Al Blackstone, Corey Snide, Suzi Taylor, Miles Keeny and many more. Naomi had just been in a short film for Toronto film-maker Alicia K. Harris where she is featured as an ensemble dancer on pointe for the film entitled “On a Sunday at 11”. When she is not dancing she loves to sing (Alto), cook, or teach dance to the future generation. Naomi may be small, but she is indeed a mighty force that everyone will want to work with! Naomi is very grateful for the support system she has internationally and values every opportunity to be constantly growing and learning. Her motivation stems from her mom and a quote by Tim Notke that states “Hard work beats talent, when talent doesn’t work hard. ” In her future she sees herself being bi-costal and internationally hopefully touring with an artists, company works, and broadway! Naomi is a very determined force that will never stop believing in what she wants to accomplish; with hopes of inspiring a new generation of dance!

Mel Guerra (she/her) is thrilled to join the Artistry Dance Project faculty this year. A recent Magna Cum Laude graduate of Marymount Manhattan College, Mel earned her BFA in Dance with a concentration in Choreography. During her time at Marymount, she had the privilege of performing works by renowned choreographers like Sekou McMiller, Cameron McKinney, Nathan Trice, and Zvi Gotheiner. Most recently, Mel was a dancer in the Musical Theatre Performance Ensemble at Jacob's Pillow in Becket, MA. There, she worked closely with Karla Puno Garcia, Luis Salgado and Sekou McMiller to perform their works on the Henry J. Leir Stage. As a teacher, Mel always brings her warm personality, versatile movement style, and deep commitment to encouraging her students. She is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where students can freely express their creativity and experience the love and joy that dance brings. Lastly, having grown up as a student here at ADP, Mel is especially excited to return to the place that helped shape her artistic journey. It feels like a full-circle moment, and she couldn't be happier to contribute to the ADP family once again!

Jordan Casanova discovered her passion for dance at a young age. She has trained in all styles with the industries top choreographers. In 2009, she was awarded the prestigious Music Center Spotlight Award. She was also a top 8 finalist on the hit show “So You Think You Can Dance,” in Season Eight. Jordan was a performer on the nationwide tour of “SYTYCD” and “Ballroom With A Twist”. She has performed with a variety of artists including, Paula Abdul, Sky Blu and Tony Lucca. She has assisted numerous choreographers including Kenny Ortega, Tyce Diorio, and Kat Burns. Jordan has also been involved with top television networks including Oxygen and MTV. She just finished touring with the world-renowned Broadway hit show ”Wicked The Musical”. Jordan is certified in Classical Pilates.

Emi is a freelance dance artist and Pilates instructor currently based in Brooklyn. Originally from Valhalla, she is a proud ADP alumna. Beginning her dance journey at the age of 3, she continued her training during their inaugural year and later graduated in 2017. Emi went on to graduate from Muhlenberg College magna cum laude where she received her Bachelor’s in Dance and Business Administration, with concentrations in Choreography, Performance, & Arts Nonprofit Management. She is currently a member of the Taylor Outreach Ensemble (TOE), and scholarship student at the Paul Taylor school, both directed by Carolyn Adams. Most recently, she has been in process with Hope Boykin developing “The Other Side” for the Kennedy Center and “Beauty Size and Color” for PBS All Arts. She performed with HopeBoykin Dance at the Chelsea Factory in “MOMENTS by Hope,” an evening which was inspired by Boykin’s self-published book MOMENTS. Emi is excited to be returning home to ADP!

Emma DeCaprio is a movement and performance artist based in New York and Philadelphia. Emma began their dance training at Artistry Dance Project, where they studied under the direction of Kristina Leitenberger and Lori Lynch. At ADP, Emma performed in works by Tommy Scrivens, Christopher Ralph, and Sean Rozanski among others. Emma continued their dance training at the University of the Arts (UArts) in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where they recently graduated with a BFA in Dance and a minor in Film. At UArts they had to opportunity to participate in works by: Katie Swords Thurman, Paul Matteson, Merce Cunningham, Wayne St. David and Jordan Lloyd. Since graduating Emma has worked with Buglisi Dance Theater and Wendy Jehlen. Emma is interested in site specific exhibition, and their most recent work, "The Ineffible Fixation on the Melodromatic Experience" ,was presented on Duke's campus, and explored themes of melodrama, conflict, and performer as spectacle.

Rachel Ambrose (she/her) is a professional dance artist and teacher, born and raised in New Jersey. She began dancing at Gotta Dance New Jersey at the age of three, and hasn’t stopped since! She attended Montclair State University, where she graduated summa cum laude with a BFA in Dance and minor in Musical Theatre. She has had the honor of performing works by a variety of choreographers, including TweetBoogie, Stefanie Batten Bland, Frederick Earl Mosley, Tiffany Rae-Fisher, Larry Keigwin, Brianna Mercado, and Amy Mitchell. Since graduating, Rachel has been working as a professional dancer, teacher, model, and musician. She prides herself on versatility- and this past year has performed at Lincoln Center as a back up dancer, as well as a swing at Legoland New York Resort! She loves to perform and is eternally grateful to spread her passion for dance. Also, she has taught at many studios throughout the tri-state area and is excited to be sharing her passion for dance with the students at Artistry Dance Project. Rachel strives to cultivate dance communities that are driven by creativity, curiosity, and authenticity.

Manatsu Aminaga began her dance training in 2003 at Yoshimura Dance Center in Japan. During her studies, she participated in a short-term program at the Berlin State Ballet School. She later attended the Gailene Stock Memorial Award Summer Intensive, directed by Royal Ballet Principal Dancer Yasmine Naghdi. In 2021, Aminaga was awarded First Prize in the Contemporary Division of the Japan International Ballet Competition. That same year, she received a scholarship to study at Peridance Center in New York. After graduating, she performed as a guest artist with Westchester Ballet Company, collaborating with FJK Dance. Since 2025, she has worked as a dancer for NYC Water Cruises and appeared in the musical “The Little Mermaid,” presented by 92NY. In addition to her performance career, Aminaga has expanded her work into choreography and dance education.