ABOUT
Community, Discipline
and Passion
Our mission is to grow the confidence of young dancers so that they can do what they love and succeed doing it. We have created a space so that these individuals can forge a path towards their goals of becoming professionals in the dance world. We value each dancer individually by meeting them exactly where they are in that journey to best support them in where they want to go.
We are shaping the future of dance, and supporting the dream of dancers through expert advice, esteemed events, and applicable resources. And we’re making sure to have so much fun with it too. We are making the difference. WE ARE THE COLLECTIVE.
Our dream is that the art of dance can be pursued with hard work and guidance from the right people, in the right places.
Founders
“The Collective is here to bring dancers closer to their goals and dreams as professionals in the industry. When starting this experience for dancers, we wanted to bring true value to help dancers succeed. We don't want to just send you home with a trophy that just sits on your shelf. We are here to help push your dancers to grow, meet influential people in this industry, and give them tools to start standing out from the crowd.”
Meet our faculty
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Chris Jarosz has been teaching and dancing professionally for over a decade. He has been part of conventions that have taken him all across the US, to Canada, India, and more - he continues to inspire students all over the world. Most recently he guest taught and judged at Jump dance convention, and he’s judged many times with Break The Floor. Chris lives in New York, where he teaches weekly classes at both Broadway Dance Center and Steps On Broadway. At Steps, his class is often featured as the Spotlight class of the week. His popularity as a teacher continues to grow, allowing him to travel to many different studios and conventions for master classes and choreography.
Chris competed as one of the top 20 dancers on the fourth season of the hit reality TV show So You Think You Can Dance. After the show, Chris returned to Southern Methodist University where he graduated with a BFA in dance.
Immediately after graduation, he became an original cast member of Cirque Du Soleil's Viva ELVIS! in Las Vegas. Chris represented Cirque Du Soleil on many television shows, such as So You Think You Can Dance, Dancing With the Stars, The Bachelor, and The Emmy’s.
His work in TV/Film continued in LA with features on Glee, Fuller House, Toyota 2015, LA LA Land (Choreographer Mandy Moore) and Behind the Candelabra (choreographer Marguerite Derricks). In the music world, he was paired with JLO on her "Dance Again" single album cover, and performed alongside Taylor Swift in her VMA’s “Shake It Off” performance. In 2016, he moved to NYC to be an original cast member of Radio City’s summer show, The New York Spectacular. The following year, he booked the National Tour of the hit Broadway show WICKED.
Chris continues to work commercially, both in New York and across the US. You can find him on shows such as The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Halston, SNL, The Today Show, and Good Morning America. He also performed with Panic At The Disco at the 2022 VMAs, and in music videos with artists such as JLO, Halsey and Carley Rae Jepson. He was lucky enough to play one of Jlo’s backup dancers in her recent movie Marry Me, and was featured in In The Heights. This past year, he became part of the cast of the musical adaptation of The Devil Wears Prada. He also served as one of the show’s associate choreographers and became the swing/dance captain during their run in Chicago.
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Fred Odgaard is originally form the small town of Moreno Valley, CA. He launched his career when he first appeared on television in the Nickelodeon show All That!. He has been fortunate enough to have danced for artists like, Paula Abdul, Tina Turner, Cher, and Celine Dion.
You can also see him dancing on shows like Dancing With The Stars, Glee, Dance Flick, and was even in Shrek. Or you might have seen him on tv dancing in commercials like Orbit Gum, Gap, Sketchers, Reebok, Nike, Adidas, Wella Hair Products, Disney Theme Parks, Holland America Cruise Lines and SEGA.
Fredric moved to Japan to dance for Tokyo Disney in their acclaimed show ENCORE! and Soon After Fred joined the company of Celine Dions show in Las Vegas A New Day... Fredric spent the next two years dancing for what would be the most sought after dance show of all time.
He has danced around the world and was a cast member first Arena tour of the Radio City Christmas Spectacular in 2008. Soon after the holiday season came to a close He would then join the Cirque Due Soliel production of VIVA Elvis back in Las Vegas.
Moving to NYC in 2011 he soon went over seas to Germany to perform as Snow Boy in the international company of West Side Story. NYC credits include: First national tour of We Will Rock You. Broadway: Finding Neverland, Kinky Boots and now you can see him in Moulin Rouge the Musical!
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Susie Carroll is a Broadway and TV; dancer, singer, and actress. She has been seen on Broadway and Tour with both, The Prom, and Tina Fey’s, Mean Girls.
Susie recently was seen dancing as, Megan The Doll on The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon. Other credits include,The Kelly Clarkson Show, Saturday Night Live, Last Week Tonight With John Oliver, The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and The Met Gala.
Most of all, she loves teaching and spreading joy to students around the country!
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Brian Martin is a multi-talented performer, teaching artist, and creative based in New York City. His passion and joy for Musical Theatre shine through in every aspect of his work. Originally hailing from Grand Rapids, MI, Brian honed his skills and love for the stage, earning a BFA in Music Theatre Performance from Western Michigan University and studying Shakespeare at the prestigious Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts in London.
Recently, Brian has graced the Broadway stage in the Tony Award Winning Musical Some Like It Hotand the heartwarming production of Mrs. Doubtfire.
Brian has been fortunate to have travelled and performed across the country with numerous shows: Disney’s Frozen, Bullets Over Broadway (u/s Cheech), Beauty and the Beast(u/s Lumiere), Elf, and Guys and Dolls. Also regionally at Fulton Playhouse, Paper Mill Playhouse, Ogunquit Playhouse and Wagon Wheel Theatre.
Beyond his love for performing, Brian is deeply passionate about teaching and nurturing the next generation of artists. He actively collaborates with the Open Jar Institute, allowing him to share his expertise and inspire young talent at universities, high schools, and arts programs throughout North America.
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Alyx Andrushuk is a professional Dancer, Choreographer and Educator. She's trained in numerous styles of dance and feels lucky to call it her career and passion! She believes expressing joy through movement is one of our greatest gifts!
She has performed alongside: Selena Gomez, Gwen Stefani, Backstreet Boys, Ricky Martin, Camila Cabello, Florida Georgia Line, Carly Rae Jepsen, Jason Derulo, Pitbull, Leona Lewis, Chayanne, Smashing Pumpkins, Empire of the Sun, and many more!
Featured on TV shows such as: The Masked Singer, Dancing with the Stars, SYTYCD, American Idol, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Billboard Music Awards, Gilmore Girls, AMA’s, Good Morning America, MTV Movie Awards, Radio Disney, The Late Late show with James Corden and more!
Alyx is currently choreographing on Fox’s #1 reality show The Masked Singer and has choreographed for The Magicians on Netflix. She's taught at numerous dance studios all across North America and has also been a movement coach for many artists!
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One of the most sought-after dancers in Los Angeles. Her credits include, Taylor Swift, Beyonce, Cardi B, The Weeknd,Gwen Stefani, Ricky Martin, Jennifer Hudson, Pitbull, Tyga, Backstreet Boys, Empire of the Sun,Bad Bunny, J Balvin and more. Tori has worked under famed choreographers such as Mandy Moore, Jamie King, Luther Brown, HiHat, Charm, Frank Gatson, Jeri Slaughter, Jennifer Hamilton, Lindsey and Craig, Zach Woodlee, Bonnie Story, Tricia Miranda, and Chase Benz.
Are you interested in hosting a workshop, interning at our event or collaborate with our vision?
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Greg Chapkis is a world-renowned dancer/choreographer/director who has choreographed some of the most famous and in some cases award-winning videos in the world. His work has been with varying artists, including: Daddy Yankee, Ozuna, Nicky Jam, Karol G, J Balvin, Tyga, Anuel AA and many more. When he is not traveling the country or the world to teach or choreograph, he is teaching and mentoring students at his world-renowned and respected dance studio in Northern California, Chapkis Dance.
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Tyrese has travelled the world performing and choreographing. Some of his many credits include: Cirque du Soleil, SYTYCD, Ballroom Fever , Senior Artistic Advisor for Mad Apple, and many more.
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Emilie has captivated audiences in national and international tours (Sondheim's COMPANY, R&H's Cinderella, Disney's Beauty and the Beast), as well as many regional productions (CHESS, Joseph and the Amazing..., Mary Poppins, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, etc), and stages in New York City (Dear World). Her choreography has crossed borders, showcasing her unique artistic vision from St. Louis to Australia (Sonheim's COMPANY 1st Nat'l Tour, R&H's Cinderella Nat'l and Australian Tour, The Cher Show Nat'l Tour, The Addams Family Nat'l Tour, The MUNY, etc).
Dedicated to inspiring the next generation of dancers, Emilie is thrilled to share her joy of movement and creativity with her students, encouraging them to find their own voices through dance. Website: EmilieRenier.com
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A celebrated dancer and choreographer, Marquis has performed on stages worldwide (SYTYCD Season 4, Cirque du Soleil) and is known for her dynamic style and infectious energy. With a background in both commercial and concert dance, he brings a wealth of knowledge to his classes, inspiring students to find their unique voice.
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For over 12 years, she performed with Cirque du Soleil and has danced for artists like Jennifer Lopez, Rihanna, Usher, and Pitbull. As a choreographer and director, she won an Emmy Award as associate choreographer for the series "Blindspotting." Her credits include appearances on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" and "The David Letterman Show," and she was part of the Las Vegas residency of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s "Freestyle Love Supreme."
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Currently, Sarah is performing in the new Broadway musical Death Becomes Her. She has performed on Broadway, Off-Broadway, for the silver screen, in commercials and in dozens of Regional Productions. She has performed on The Today Show, The Tony Awards, & The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. She has even performed with Cirque du Soleil, & in an underground Burlesque show in Manhattan.
Sarah is on faculty at Steps on Broadway, Broadway Dance Center, The Joffrey School, Beacon Performing Arts Center, and serves as Dance Director for Broadway Artist's Alliance.
