Starlight Dance Academy, located on Route 910 in Cheswick, Pennsylvania (PA) serves the areas near Fox Chapel, Oakmont and Harmar
north east of Pittsburgh. The studio offers dance classes in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, Modern, Hip Hop, Pointe, Tumbling, Fitness and Zumba
for children and adults. Dance classes are offered for pre-school children as young as age two as well as for school age children, teens and
adults. We aim to provide excellent dance instruction in a caring and supportive environment. Our positive, nurturing atmosphere allows every
child to shine.
north east of Pittsburgh. The studio offers dance classes in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, Modern, Hip Hop, Pointe, Tumbling, Fitness and Zumba
for children and adults. Dance classes are offered for pre-school children as young as age two as well as for school age children, teens and
adults. We aim to provide excellent dance instruction in a caring and supportive environment. Our positive, nurturing atmosphere allows every
child to shine.
| Our faculty is committed to offering the highest quality dance education. Our professionally-trained teachers create exciting lessons which expose students to various styles within each discipline as well as different genres of music. Each teacher is experienced in instructing dance classes which focus on proper technique and injury prevention. All teachers have Act 33 and 34 clearances, and are professional adult artists with college and/or professional training and performing experience. Our faculty continues to refine their craft through ongoing training at professional workshops and teaching seminars. |
Kathy Beiber, Artistic Director
Starlight Dance Academy, Inc. was opened in 1997 and is directed by Mrs. Kathy Beiber. Mrs.
Beiber received her Bachelor of Science Degree from Duquesne University. She has trained for
over twenty-five years in Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Hip Hop, Gymnastics and
Acrobatics. Mrs. Beiber has studied with many well-known dancers and choreographers
throughout the North America, including New York, Las Vegas, Canada and the Caribbean. Her
professional dance training includes Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, STEPS in New York City,
Broadway Dance Center, Pittsburgh Civic Light Opera, Dance Educators of America (DEA),
MusicWorks Unlimited, Dance Makers Inc., New York City Dance Alliance, and Al Gilbert
Dance Seminars.
“Ms. Kathy” began teaching dance in 1989. Besides teaching at Starlight Dance Academy and
other private dance schools, she has instructed dance workshops for local school districts,
churches, the YMCA, the Girl Scouts of America, preschools, daycares and private summer day
camps. In addition to numerous recital performances and charity shows, Ms. Kathy has
choreographed productions of The Nutcracker, Cinderella and Fame. She also teaches Musical
Movement at Adat Shalom Pre-School.
Under Ms. Kathy’s direction, Starlight Dance Academy students have had the opportunity to
study with many famous teachers and choreographers. Ms. Kathy continues to work to provide
Starlight students with positive learning experiences, and to make Starlight Dance Academy a
place for all children to learn, grow and shine. Ms. Kathy teaches Tiny Tutus, First 4, Tap, Jazz,
Ballet, Pointe, Lyrical, Hip Hop and Tumbling.
Starlight Dance Academy, Inc. was opened in 1997 and is directed by Mrs. Kathy Beiber. Mrs.
Beiber received her Bachelor of Science Degree from Duquesne University. She has trained for
over twenty-five years in Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Hip Hop, Gymnastics and
Acrobatics. Mrs. Beiber has studied with many well-known dancers and choreographers
throughout the North America, including New York, Las Vegas, Canada and the Caribbean. Her
professional dance training includes Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, STEPS in New York City,
Broadway Dance Center, Pittsburgh Civic Light Opera, Dance Educators of America (DEA),
MusicWorks Unlimited, Dance Makers Inc., New York City Dance Alliance, and Al Gilbert
Dance Seminars.
“Ms. Kathy” began teaching dance in 1989. Besides teaching at Starlight Dance Academy and
other private dance schools, she has instructed dance workshops for local school districts,
churches, the YMCA, the Girl Scouts of America, preschools, daycares and private summer day
camps. In addition to numerous recital performances and charity shows, Ms. Kathy has
choreographed productions of The Nutcracker, Cinderella and Fame. She also teaches Musical
Movement at Adat Shalom Pre-School.
Under Ms. Kathy’s direction, Starlight Dance Academy students have had the opportunity to
study with many famous teachers and choreographers. Ms. Kathy continues to work to provide
Starlight students with positive learning experiences, and to make Starlight Dance Academy a
place for all children to learn, grow and shine. Ms. Kathy teaches Tiny Tutus, First 4, Tap, Jazz,
Ballet, Pointe, Lyrical, Hip Hop and Tumbling.
April Belback, Teacher
Mrs. April Belback joined the Starlight Dance Academy teaching staff in 1998. Mrs. Belback
received both her Bachelor of Arts and her Masters Degree in Secondary Education from
Duquesne University. Her professional dance training includes STEPS on Broadway, Dance
Educators of America, Dance Makers Inc., MusicWorks Unlimited and the Yough River Ballet
Academy. Her dance career has included training, performing, teaching, choreographing and
directing.
“Ms. April” has extensive experience in theater as well as dance. She was president of the
Duquesne University Red Masquers theatre group, as well as the director of both the Elizabeth
Forward High School Youtheater and the Robert Morris College Colonial Theater. Ms. April has
also worked with the Sherwood Forest Theater. April was the original choreographer for a new
musical “The Homeless” produced by The Summer Company. She has taught children’s musical
theater and choreography at The Grand Theater in Elizabeth, Pennsylvania.
Mrs. Belback has been both the high school dance team director at Belle Vernon High School and
Shaler Area High School. Ms. April has received choreography awards from “NCA Superstars”
and “Festivals of Music.” She also organized and directed regional dance competitions through
NCA Danz Association and Eastern Dance Association. Ms. April teaches Tiny Tutus, First 4,
Jazz, Tap, Ballet, Lyrical and Pointe.
Mrs. April Belback joined the Starlight Dance Academy teaching staff in 1998. Mrs. Belback
received both her Bachelor of Arts and her Masters Degree in Secondary Education from
Duquesne University. Her professional dance training includes STEPS on Broadway, Dance
Educators of America, Dance Makers Inc., MusicWorks Unlimited and the Yough River Ballet
Academy. Her dance career has included training, performing, teaching, choreographing and
directing.
“Ms. April” has extensive experience in theater as well as dance. She was president of the
Duquesne University Red Masquers theatre group, as well as the director of both the Elizabeth
Forward High School Youtheater and the Robert Morris College Colonial Theater. Ms. April has
also worked with the Sherwood Forest Theater. April was the original choreographer for a new
musical “The Homeless” produced by The Summer Company. She has taught children’s musical
theater and choreography at The Grand Theater in Elizabeth, Pennsylvania.
Mrs. Belback has been both the high school dance team director at Belle Vernon High School and
Shaler Area High School. Ms. April has received choreography awards from “NCA Superstars”
and “Festivals of Music.” She also organized and directed regional dance competitions through
NCA Danz Association and Eastern Dance Association. Ms. April teaches Tiny Tutus, First 4,
Jazz, Tap, Ballet, Lyrical and Pointe.
Jamie Campbell, Teacher
Mrs. Jamie Campbell joined our teaching staff in 2002. Mrs. Campbell trained as a performer at
Hollins University in Roanoke, Virginia. Locally, she has trained with the Pittsburgh Civic Light
Opera. Jamie has also studied nationally with the American College Dance Festival at the
University of New Mexico, and the National High School Dance Festival in Long Beach,
California.
“Ms. Jamie” has danced professionally with a number of companies including the Pittsburgh
Civic Light Opera, the Mary Miller Company and The Slava. She performed as a soloist at
LABCO’s Black Box Series, and has also danced professionally with Siren Dance Company.
Jamie is the co-founder of 5:20 Productions which produced Soul of Hip Hop and Hip Hop
Showcase. She also produced The End Is Now, a Pittsburgh-based tour which gives young Hip
Hop musicians and dancers a professional venue for their performances.
Mrs. Campbell has been teaching dance for nine years. In addition to teaching at Starlight Dance
Academy, she has instructed classes for the Franklin Regional Discovery Program, the University
of Pittsburgh, the Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf, the Pittsburgh city schools
Community Outreach Program, and other dance schools and organizations. Ms. Jamie teaches
First 4, Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Modern, and Lyrical.
Mrs. Jamie Campbell joined our teaching staff in 2002. Mrs. Campbell trained as a performer at
Hollins University in Roanoke, Virginia. Locally, she has trained with the Pittsburgh Civic Light
Opera. Jamie has also studied nationally with the American College Dance Festival at the
University of New Mexico, and the National High School Dance Festival in Long Beach,
California.
“Ms. Jamie” has danced professionally with a number of companies including the Pittsburgh
Civic Light Opera, the Mary Miller Company and The Slava. She performed as a soloist at
LABCO’s Black Box Series, and has also danced professionally with Siren Dance Company.
Jamie is the co-founder of 5:20 Productions which produced Soul of Hip Hop and Hip Hop
Showcase. She also produced The End Is Now, a Pittsburgh-based tour which gives young Hip
Hop musicians and dancers a professional venue for their performances.
Mrs. Campbell has been teaching dance for nine years. In addition to teaching at Starlight Dance
Academy, she has instructed classes for the Franklin Regional Discovery Program, the University
of Pittsburgh, the Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf, the Pittsburgh city schools
Community Outreach Program, and other dance schools and organizations. Ms. Jamie teaches
First 4, Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Modern, and Lyrical.
Janine Adams, Teacher
Mrs. Janine Adams joined the Starlight Dance Academy teaching staff in 2004. Mrs. Adams
received her bachelor’s degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Her professional dance
training includes Point Park College, David Howard Dance Intensive, Al Gilbert Dance
Workshops, Cicci’s Dance Workshops, MusicWorks Unlimited and Dance Makers Inc.
“Ms. Janine” has over twenty years of dance training in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, Hip Hop,
Modern and Ballroom. In college she performed with IUP’s Concert Dance Company. She has
also performed Ballroom routines for Arthur Murray.
Janine has been teaching dance for over ten years. She has taught dance and musical theater
locally in Cranberry and the North Hills. Janine has choreographed for dance recitals, college
performances, musicals, talent shows and competitions. She has choreographed local
performances of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Honk and Seussical. Janine
has also coached and choreographed for Ballroom competitions and talent shows. Ms. Janine
teaches Tiny Tutus, First 4, Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical and Hip Hop.
Mrs. Janine Adams joined the Starlight Dance Academy teaching staff in 2004. Mrs. Adams
received her bachelor’s degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Her professional dance
training includes Point Park College, David Howard Dance Intensive, Al Gilbert Dance
Workshops, Cicci’s Dance Workshops, MusicWorks Unlimited and Dance Makers Inc.
“Ms. Janine” has over twenty years of dance training in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, Hip Hop,
Modern and Ballroom. In college she performed with IUP’s Concert Dance Company. She has
also performed Ballroom routines for Arthur Murray.
Janine has been teaching dance for over ten years. She has taught dance and musical theater
locally in Cranberry and the North Hills. Janine has choreographed for dance recitals, college
performances, musicals, talent shows and competitions. She has choreographed local
performances of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Honk and Seussical. Janine
has also coached and choreographed for Ballroom competitions and talent shows. Ms. Janine
teaches Tiny Tutus, First 4, Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical and Hip Hop.
Amanda Newton, Teacher
Ms. Amanda Newton joined the teaching staff of Starlight Dance Academy in 2007. Ms.
Newton received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Youngstown State University. Her
professional dance training includes Dance Alloy Theater, Point Park University, Youngstown
State University, Moscow Ballet, Dance Masters of Ohio, Music Works Unlimited, Dancers Inc.,
The American College Dance Festival and numerous workshops and master classes.
“Ms. Amanda” has performed professionally at many benefits, festivals and fund-raisers
including dArt Movement’s Décollage Summer Dance Project, dArt Movement’s Brillobox
Fundraiser, Phipps Conservatory, and Squonk Opera’s “Pittsburgh: The Opera.” Amanda has
also participated in National Ballroom Dance Week, DC Tap Festival, Tapology Dance Festival,
Cleveland Tap Intensive, Fingerlakes Tap, Columbus Taps!, Steel City Blues Festival, and
National Tap Dance Day. She has also competed in Swing Dance.
Amanda was the former educational director at the Pittsburgh Dance Alloy Theater. Her teaching
experience includes high school dance programs, other dance schools in Ohio and Pennsylvania,
and many community organizations. She has choreographed dance and musicals for dance
schools, high schools, colleges, local events, weddings, and private organizations. Ms. Amanda
teaches Tap, Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Ballroom and Swing.
Ms. Amanda Newton joined the teaching staff of Starlight Dance Academy in 2007. Ms.
Newton received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Youngstown State University. Her
professional dance training includes Dance Alloy Theater, Point Park University, Youngstown
State University, Moscow Ballet, Dance Masters of Ohio, Music Works Unlimited, Dancers Inc.,
The American College Dance Festival and numerous workshops and master classes.
“Ms. Amanda” has performed professionally at many benefits, festivals and fund-raisers
including dArt Movement’s Décollage Summer Dance Project, dArt Movement’s Brillobox
Fundraiser, Phipps Conservatory, and Squonk Opera’s “Pittsburgh: The Opera.” Amanda has
also participated in National Ballroom Dance Week, DC Tap Festival, Tapology Dance Festival,
Cleveland Tap Intensive, Fingerlakes Tap, Columbus Taps!, Steel City Blues Festival, and
National Tap Dance Day. She has also competed in Swing Dance.
Amanda was the former educational director at the Pittsburgh Dance Alloy Theater. Her teaching
experience includes high school dance programs, other dance schools in Ohio and Pennsylvania,
and many community organizations. She has choreographed dance and musicals for dance
schools, high schools, colleges, local events, weddings, and private organizations. Ms. Amanda
teaches Tap, Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Ballroom and Swing.
Our Staff
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Katie Haberman, Teacher
Ms. Katie Haberman joined the Starlight Dance Academy teaching staff in 2008. Ms. Haberman
has a Bachelors of Science degree in elementary education from Duquesne University.
“Ms. Katie” has over sixteen years of dance training in Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, and Lyrical. Katie
was a former Starlight Dance Academy student, and has been trained as a dance teacher by Mrs.
Kathy Beiber, Starlight’s Artistic Director.
In college, Ms. Haberman performed with the Duquesne University Dance Company in Ballet,
Jazz and Lyrical. Katie has extensive competition experience regionally in Pennsylvania and
Ohio. She has also given charity performances for local nursing homes and community events.
Katie has been a teacher for four years. She teaches Tiny Tutus, First 4, Ballet, Pointe, Tap,
Jazz and Lyrical.
Ms. Katie Haberman joined the Starlight Dance Academy teaching staff in 2008. Ms. Haberman
has a Bachelors of Science degree in elementary education from Duquesne University.
“Ms. Katie” has over sixteen years of dance training in Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, and Lyrical. Katie
was a former Starlight Dance Academy student, and has been trained as a dance teacher by Mrs.
Kathy Beiber, Starlight’s Artistic Director.
In college, Ms. Haberman performed with the Duquesne University Dance Company in Ballet,
Jazz and Lyrical. Katie has extensive competition experience regionally in Pennsylvania and
Ohio. She has also given charity performances for local nursing homes and community events.
Katie has been a teacher for four years. She teaches Tiny Tutus, First 4, Ballet, Pointe, Tap,
Jazz and Lyrical.
Juliann Motosicky, Teacher
Ms. Juliann Motosicky joined the Starlight Dance Academy teaching staff in 2008. She has a
strong Gymnastic, Cheerleading Musical Theater and Dance background.
“Ms. Juliann” has competitive Cheerleading and Gymnastic training. She also has dance training
in Ballet, Tap and Jazz. Juliann is currently a student at Penn State New Kensington where she
was a cheerleader. Juliann has also performed in Penn State’s musical productions.
Ms. Motosicky taught Gymnastics and Cheerleading mini camps, and has been a substitute
teacher at a competitive gym. Juliann has choreographed routines for cheer and gymnastic
shows and events. She is skilled in implementing safe techniques and is able to spot students of
all ability levels. Juliann teaches Tumbling and Musical Theater.
Ms. Juliann Motosicky joined the Starlight Dance Academy teaching staff in 2008. She has a
strong Gymnastic, Cheerleading Musical Theater and Dance background.
“Ms. Juliann” has competitive Cheerleading and Gymnastic training. She also has dance training
in Ballet, Tap and Jazz. Juliann is currently a student at Penn State New Kensington where she
was a cheerleader. Juliann has also performed in Penn State’s musical productions.
Ms. Motosicky taught Gymnastics and Cheerleading mini camps, and has been a substitute
teacher at a competitive gym. Juliann has choreographed routines for cheer and gymnastic
shows and events. She is skilled in implementing safe techniques and is able to spot students of
all ability levels. Juliann teaches Tumbling and Musical Theater.
Lauren King, Teacher
Ms. Lauren King joined the Starlight Dance Academy teaching staff as a substitute teacher in
2005. Ms. King is has a bachelor’s degree from Duquesne University.
“Ms. Lauren” has over 18 years of dance training in Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Lyrical, Tap and
Gymnastics. Lauren was a former Starlight Dance Academy student, and was an assistant to
Mrs. Kathy Beiber, Starlight’s Artistic Director, for many years.
Ms. King has performed in numerous recitals and community shows. Lauren has extensive
competition experience regionally in Pennsylvania and Ohio. She has studied with master
teachers from around the country. Lauren teaches Tiny Tutus, First 4, Ballet, Pointe, Tap, Jazz,
Modern and Lyrical.
Ms. Lauren King joined the Starlight Dance Academy teaching staff as a substitute teacher in
2005. Ms. King is has a bachelor’s degree from Duquesne University.
“Ms. Lauren” has over 18 years of dance training in Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Lyrical, Tap and
Gymnastics. Lauren was a former Starlight Dance Academy student, and was an assistant to
Mrs. Kathy Beiber, Starlight’s Artistic Director, for many years.
Ms. King has performed in numerous recitals and community shows. Lauren has extensive
competition experience regionally in Pennsylvania and Ohio. She has studied with master
teachers from around the country. Lauren teaches Tiny Tutus, First 4, Ballet, Pointe, Tap, Jazz,
Modern and Lyrical.
Rachel Renock, Teacher
Ms. Rachel Renock joined the Starlight Dance Academy teaching staff in 2008. Ms. Renock
received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Dance from Slippery Rock University. Her professional
dance training includes Pittsburgh’s LABCO.
“Ms. Rachel” has over 16 years of dance training in Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Modern, Tap and
Bharata Natyam. She received a dance scholarship to Slippery Rock University. In college,
Rachel performed with the Dance Theater Program. She also performed at the American College
Dance Festival and the Florida Citrus Bowl.
Ms. Renock has performed, taught and choreographed around the world. She taught American
Dance forms to students in Chennai, India, and performed in India’s International Dance Alliance
Concert. Rachel received an award for Outstanding Choreographer from Slippery Rock
University in 2007. Rachel is a certified Zumba instructor. She teaches First 4, Ballet, Pointe,
Tap, Jazz, Modern, Lyrical, Hip Hop and Zumba.
Ms. Rachel Renock joined the Starlight Dance Academy teaching staff in 2008. Ms. Renock
received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Dance from Slippery Rock University. Her professional
dance training includes Pittsburgh’s LABCO.
“Ms. Rachel” has over 16 years of dance training in Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Modern, Tap and
Bharata Natyam. She received a dance scholarship to Slippery Rock University. In college,
Rachel performed with the Dance Theater Program. She also performed at the American College
Dance Festival and the Florida Citrus Bowl.
Ms. Renock has performed, taught and choreographed around the world. She taught American
Dance forms to students in Chennai, India, and performed in India’s International Dance Alliance
Concert. Rachel received an award for Outstanding Choreographer from Slippery Rock
University in 2007. Rachel is a certified Zumba instructor. She teaches First 4, Ballet, Pointe,
Tap, Jazz, Modern, Lyrical, Hip Hop and Zumba.
Brianna Figueroa, Teacher
Ms. Brianna Figueroa joined the Starlight Dance Academy teaching staff in 2008. Ms. Figueroa
received her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Dance from the University of Wyoming.
“Ms. Brianna” has over 18 years of dance training in Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Modern, Tap, Lyrical
and Hip Hop. As a dance major in college, she performed in many contemporary pieces as well
as full-length ballets. Brianna has also placed in many dance competitions at the regional and
national level.
Ms. Figueroa has studied dance and performed in many places around the world. She studied
dance at the Pineapple Dance Studios in London. Brianna has performed in the Turks and Caicos
Islands and New York City. She teaches Ballet, Pointe, Tap, Jazz, and Lyrical.
Ms. Brianna Figueroa joined the Starlight Dance Academy teaching staff in 2008. Ms. Figueroa
received her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Dance from the University of Wyoming.
“Ms. Brianna” has over 18 years of dance training in Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Modern, Tap, Lyrical
and Hip Hop. As a dance major in college, she performed in many contemporary pieces as well
as full-length ballets. Brianna has also placed in many dance competitions at the regional and
national level.
Ms. Figueroa has studied dance and performed in many places around the world. She studied
dance at the Pineapple Dance Studios in London. Brianna has performed in the Turks and Caicos
Islands and New York City. She teaches Ballet, Pointe, Tap, Jazz, and Lyrical.
Caroline Meier, Teacher
Ms. Caroline Meier joined the Starlight Dance Academy teaching staff in 2008. Ms. Meier is a
competitive ballroom dancer with a strong dance background. She is currently finishing her
Bachelor’s degree at the University of Pittsburgh.
“Ms. Caroline” has over 15 years of dance training in Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Tap, Tumbling and
Acrobatics. She has performed in many dance shows and has competed at the regional level.
Caroline began her Ballroom Dance training as an adult, and recently began competing.
Ms. Meier has been teaching for the past two years. She teachers First 4, Ballet, Pointe, Jazz,
Tap, Tumbling, Swing and Ballroom.
Ms. Caroline Meier joined the Starlight Dance Academy teaching staff in 2008. Ms. Meier is a
competitive ballroom dancer with a strong dance background. She is currently finishing her
Bachelor’s degree at the University of Pittsburgh.
“Ms. Caroline” has over 15 years of dance training in Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Tap, Tumbling and
Acrobatics. She has performed in many dance shows and has competed at the regional level.
Caroline began her Ballroom Dance training as an adult, and recently began competing.
Ms. Meier has been teaching for the past two years. She teachers First 4, Ballet, Pointe, Jazz,
Tap, Tumbling, Swing and Ballroom.
Natalie Lohler, Teacher
Ms. Natalie Lohler joined the Starlight Dance Academy teaching staff in 2008. Ms. Lohler is
currently pursuing her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Dance from Point Park University.
“Ms. Natalie” has over 18 years of dance training in Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Modern, Tap, Lyrical,
Hip Hop, Tumbling and Baton Twirling. Natalie has performed in many plays, musicals and
dance shows. She has attended many dance and twirling competitions at both the regional and
national level.
Ms. Lohler continues to study dance and perform. She has trained with the Radio City Rockettes
Intensive Program and recently auditioned in Chicago. She teaches First 4, Ballet, Pointe, Tap,
Jazz, Hip Hop, Modern and Lyrical.
Ms. Natalie Lohler joined the Starlight Dance Academy teaching staff in 2008. Ms. Lohler is
currently pursuing her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Dance from Point Park University.
“Ms. Natalie” has over 18 years of dance training in Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Modern, Tap, Lyrical,
Hip Hop, Tumbling and Baton Twirling. Natalie has performed in many plays, musicals and
dance shows. She has attended many dance and twirling competitions at both the regional and
national level.
Ms. Lohler continues to study dance and perform. She has trained with the Radio City Rockettes
Intensive Program and recently auditioned in Chicago. She teaches First 4, Ballet, Pointe, Tap,
Jazz, Hip Hop, Modern and Lyrical.
| Substitute Teachers |
| Guest Teachers |
| Jill Powell |
| Melissa Fagan |
| Allie Greene |
| Heather Ferri |
| Kristin Mazzulli |
| Chris Suchan |
| Kristen Wenrick |
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Laura Greif, Teacher
Ms. Laura Greif joined the Starlight Dance Academy teaching staff in 2009. Ms. Greif has a
Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Slippery Rock University where she
was also a Dance major.
“Ms. Laura” has over 12 years of dance training in Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Modern, Tap, Lyrical, Hip
Hop and Tumbling. In additional to annual dance recitals, Laura has performed at many
hospitals, nursing homes and fairs. She was a member of a competitive dance team for four
years, and placed in many regional and national competitions.
Laura teaches First 4, Ballet, Tap and Jazz.
Ms. Laura Greif joined the Starlight Dance Academy teaching staff in 2009. Ms. Greif has a
Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Slippery Rock University where she
was also a Dance major.
“Ms. Laura” has over 12 years of dance training in Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Modern, Tap, Lyrical, Hip
Hop and Tumbling. In additional to annual dance recitals, Laura has performed at many
hospitals, nursing homes and fairs. She was a member of a competitive dance team for four
years, and placed in many regional and national competitions.
Laura teaches First 4, Ballet, Tap and Jazz.
Sarah Belsito, Teacher
Ms. Sarah Belsito joined the Starlight Dance Academy teaching staff in 2009. Ms. Belsito has a
Bachelor’s degree from West Virginia University. She is a certified Yoga Instructor with Yogfit,
and received her Personal Training Certification through the National Academy of Sports
Medicine.
Sarah has taught Yoga, Pilates and stretching at both West Virginia and Chatham Universities.
She has also worked at BodyTech as a Yoga instructor and trainer. Sarah has done in-home
personal training for Fitness Beyond Strength. She has designed goal-oriented fitness programs
and provided nutrition counseling for numerous clients.
Sarah will be teaching our Wednesday evening Adult Fitness Class. She is excited to bring her
energy and motivational skills to our school.
Ms. Sarah Belsito joined the Starlight Dance Academy teaching staff in 2009. Ms. Belsito has a
Bachelor’s degree from West Virginia University. She is a certified Yoga Instructor with Yogfit,
and received her Personal Training Certification through the National Academy of Sports
Medicine.
Sarah has taught Yoga, Pilates and stretching at both West Virginia and Chatham Universities.
She has also worked at BodyTech as a Yoga instructor and trainer. Sarah has done in-home
personal training for Fitness Beyond Strength. She has designed goal-oriented fitness programs
and provided nutrition counseling for numerous clients.
Sarah will be teaching our Wednesday evening Adult Fitness Class. She is excited to bring her
energy and motivational skills to our school.
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