2024 Myrtle Beach Dance Convention: Full Schedule

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8:00am EST

Warm Up & Hip Hop - Jr/Sr

Sunday November 3, 2024 8:00am - 9:15am EST

HALL B
Step outside the box in Greg’s high-energy class that infuses the latest hip hop styles. Unleash your individual style and get ready to learn a fun and challenging routine!

Faculty

Greg Chapkis

Greg Chapkis is a dancer, choreographer, creative director, producer, and studio owner. Greg competed on SYTYCD, NBC’s World of Dance, and made it all the way to the semi-finals on America's Got Talent with his dance crew, Chapkis Dance Family. He has choreographed major productions... Read More →

Sunday November 3, 2024 8:00am - 9:15am EST
Hall B

JR/SR (ages 9+)

8:00am EST

Contemporary - JUNIOR

Sunday November 3, 2024 8:00am - 9:15am EST

Hall C

HALL C
You’ll learn a contemporary routine that emphasizes the emotional side of dance and strives to connect the mind and body through choreography and improvisation.

Faculty

Arielle Elonys

Arielle Elonys is a Choreographer, Dancer, Actress, Writer, and Singer. Elonys has a Bachelor of Art in Dance from the prestigious Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, California. Her work has been seen on the TV shows Nashville, Making Moves, and So you Think You Can Dance... Read More →

Sunday November 3, 2024 8:00am - 9:15am EST
Hall C

JUNIOR (ages 9-12)

8:00am EST

Jazz Funk - JUNIOR

Sunday November 3, 2024 8:00am - 9:15am EST

Ballroom E

BALLROOM E
We can’t help but feel like we all love jazz! It’s energetic, fun, and offers so much variety that it totally appeals to everyone! In this class you’ll improve on your skills while getting to dance to trendy music!

Faculty

Iliana Gravina

Iliana Gravina is a dancer, choreographer, and teacher. She graduated from the University of Cincinnati, Ohio with a bachelor's degree in communications and public relations. There she competed with the 10-time world champion and 7-time national title winning dance team achieving... Read More →

Sunday November 3, 2024 8:00am - 9:15am EST
Ballroom E

JUNIOR (ages 9-12)

8:00am EST

Warm Up & Contemporary - SENIOR

Sunday November 3, 2024 8:00am - 9:15am EST

Hall A

HALL A
You’ll learn a contemporary routine that emphasizes the emotional side of dance and strives to connect the mind and body through choreography and improvisation.

Faculty

Alexie Agdeppa

Alexie Agdeppa is a dancer, choreographer, and actress. She graduated from the University of California, Los Angeles with a bachelor’s degree in world arts and cultures: dance and choreography. Alexie danced her way to the Top 5 on Season 7 of SYTYCD. She has danced in music videos... Read More →

Sunday November 3, 2024 8:00am - 9:15am EST
Hall A

SENIOR (ages 13+)

8:15am EST

Warm Up & Jazz - TWEEN

Sunday November 3, 2024 8:15am - 9:05am EST

Grand Ballroom

GRAND BALLROOM
A vibrant jazz class that will keep you moving! Learn a jazz routine, improve your technique, and have a lot of fun!

Faculty

Mackenzi Bolyard-Pizaña

Mackenzi is a dancer, acrobat, singer, choreographer, dance educator, and speaker. She has worked with the industry’s top choreographers in IAF Jazz Project, Academy of Villains, and MusEffect and toured with Lucent Dossier Entertainment and Shade Productions. She can be seen in... Read More →

Sunday November 3, 2024 8:15am - 9:05am EST
Grand Ballroom

TWEEN (ages 6-8)

8:30am EST

Creative Music and Ideas For Your Preschoolers - TEACHER

Sunday November 3, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am EST

Room 101

ROOM 101
Join Taylor for a class on the best way to engage your little ones. From fun music choices to exciting choreography, you’ll leave this class with a fresh and exciting perspective on teaching your preschoolers.

Faculty

Taylor Quinn

Taylor Quinn is a dancer, choreographer, model, and yoga teacher. She is one of Showstopper’s all-time top-scoring soloists from the east coast. She danced in the company “FireWALL Dance Theatre”, run by Elisa Alaio. She has worked with several artists and bands, including Olivia... Read More →

Sunday November 3, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am EST
Room 101

TEACHER (ages 18+)

9:10am EST

Pom Pon - TWEEN

Sunday November 3, 2024 9:10am - 10:00am EST

Grand Ballroom

GRAND BALLROOM
For those dancers looking toward trying out for cheer and dance teams. This class focuses on sharp motions using pom-poms for visual effect.

Faculty

Taylor Arenz

Taylor Arenz has a Master’s of Science in Athletic Administration and a Bachelor’s of Science in Broadcast Journalism. She is an NFL Pro Bowl cheerleader and cheered for five seasons in the NFL for the Houston Texans and Arizona Cardinals. She performed at Super Bowl XLIX! Taylor... Read More →

Sunday November 3, 2024 9:10am - 10:00am EST
Grand Ballroom

TWEEN (ages 6-8)

9:25am EST

Freestyle - JR/SR

Sunday November 3, 2024 9:25am - 10:25am EST

Hall B

HALL B
Freestyle dance is a class overflowing with excitement and energy! Dance to trendy music, enhance your "freestyle" dance skills and gain confidence in our own creative movement. It's a great opportunity to experiment with movement and style in a fun way.

Faculty

Arielle Elonys

Sunday November 3, 2024 9:25am - 10:25am EST
Hall B

JR/SR (ages 9+)

9:25am EST

Jazz - JUNIOR

Sunday November 3, 2024 9:25am - 10:25am EST

Hall C

HALL C
A vibrant jazz class that will keep you moving! Learn a jazz routine, improve your technique, and have a lot of fun!

Faculty

Courtney Ortiz

Courtney Ortiz is a professional dancer, educator, adjudicator, and proud YoungARTS award winner. She has traveled the world collecting stage and screen credits including the Broadway National Tour of Finding Neverland, In The Heights, The Radio City Christmas Spectacular, the International... Read More →

Sunday November 3, 2024 9:25am - 10:25am EST
Hall C

JUNIOR (ages 9-12)

9:25am EST

Voice - JUNIOR

Sunday November 3, 2024 9:25am - 10:25am EST

Ballroom E

BALLROOM E
This class is an amazing opportunity to expand your performance repertoire! Join Emma for a fun-filled class of singing and vocal coaching.

Faculty

Emma Dahlin

Emma Dahlin grew up in a small town in Virginia where she developed her love of musical theater. Most recognized for her performances with Disney entertainment, Emma has appeared as Rapunzel in Tangled: The Musical, Ariel in Voyage of the Little Mermaid, and Anna in Frozen Singalong... Read More →

Sunday November 3, 2024 9:25am - 10:25am EST
Ballroom E

JUNIOR (ages 9-12)

9:25am EST

Hip Hop - SENIOR

Sunday November 3, 2024 9:25am - 10:25am EST

Hall A

HALL A
Hip hop has given the other types of dance a run for their money! We love popping, locking, and isolating (and trying to make it all look easy)! Don’t miss your chance to learn up-to-the-minute moves with Greg Chapkis.

Faculty

Greg Chapkis

Sunday November 3, 2024 9:25am - 10:25am EST
Hall A

SENIOR (ages 13+)

10:00am EST

Showstoppers' Approach to Choreographing Leadership & Developing Exceptional Experiences - TEACHERS

Sunday November 3, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am EST

Room 101

ROOM 101

Join us for *Mimosas and Muffins* as we discuss Showstoppers top keys to empowering your team with leadership excellence. Engage in strategies that will equip you with steps to reignite passion for your vision, propel your studio to the next level, strengthen your ability to foster the next generation of leaders, and show your purpose on purpose!

Faculty

Laura Button

Director of Operations and Showstopper Experiences

Sunday November 3, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am EST
Room 101

TEACHER (ages 18+)

10:05am EST

Lyrical - TWEEN

Sunday November 3, 2024 10:05am - 10:55am EST

Grand Ballroom

GRAND BALLROOM
You’ll learn a lyrical routine that emphasizes the emotional side of dance and strives to connect the mind and body through choreography and improvisation

Faculty

Alexie Agdeppa

Sunday November 3, 2024 10:05am - 10:55am EST
Grand Ballroom

TWEEN (ages 6-8)

10:35am EST

Ballet - Jr/Sr

Sunday November 3, 2024 10:35am - 11:35am EST

Hall B

HALL B
Slow it down and let’s bring it back to the basics of ballet with Sam! This talented and elegant ballerina will have you leaving with a sense of achievement and a big smile!

Faculty

Sam Shapiro

Sam Shapiro is a classically trained ballet dancer and teacher. As a young dancer, he started ballet under his mother’s teaching at Wake Forest University. At age 11, he trained at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts. Sam graduated with commendation from The Royal... Read More →

Sunday November 3, 2024 10:35am - 11:35am EST
Hall B

JR/SR (ages 9+)

10:35am EST

Hip Hop - JUNIORS

Sunday November 3, 2024 10:35am - 11:35am EST

Hall C

HALL C
Step outside the box in Sam's high-energy class that infuses the latest hip hop styles. Unleash your individual style and get ready to learn a fun and challenging routine!

Faculty

Sam Picart

Sam Picart is a dancer, performer, teacher, and choreographer. Sam started off by studying urban street styles and west coast funk styles, creating his own unique style of dance. He began his formal ballet training at the Joffrey Ballet School in New York City at age 18 and earned... Read More →

Sunday November 3, 2024 10:35am - 11:35am EST
Hall C

JUNIOR (ages 9-12)

10:35am EST

Belly Dance Fusion - SENIOR

Sunday November 3, 2024 10:35am - 11:35am EST

Hall A

HALL A
This is a one-of-a-kind class that Janelle offers to our Showstopper convention students. Belly Dance Fusion combines classic belly dance with jazz, hip hop, and contemporary influences. You won’t find it anywhere else so don’t miss out!

Faculty

Janelle Jalila Issis

Janelle Issis is a talented, fun loving, full blooded Palestinian-American born national touring belly dance artist, choreographer, performer, certified Yogini, nutritionist and CESD signed Model and Performer. She studied belly dancing as protégé to Aziza of Birmingham and earned... Read More →

Sunday November 3, 2024 10:35am - 11:35am EST
Hall A

SENIOR (ages 13+)

10:35am EST

Disney Audition - SENIOR

Sunday November 3, 2024 10:35am - 11:35am EST

Ballroom E

The dance world is incredibly competitive - which is half the fun! Learn the ins and outs of the audition process from our very own Disney Princess, Emma!

Faculty

Emma Dahlin

Sunday November 3, 2024 10:35am - 11:35am EST
Ballroom E

SENIOR (ages 13+)

11:00am EST

Ballet - TWEEN

Sunday November 3, 2024 11:00am - 11:40am EST

Grand Ballroom

GRAND BALLROOM
This is a modern approach to classical ballet. Focusing on style, technique and core strength. Be sure to take advantage of this unique opportunity!

Faculty

Taylor Quinn

Sunday November 3, 2024 11:00am - 11:40am EST
Grand Ballroom

TWEEN (ages 6-8)

11:35am EST

Lunch - JUNIORS

Sunday November 3, 2024 11:35am - 12:15pm EST

Hall C

Lunch on your own! We’ll see you back at 12:15pm!

Sunday November 3, 2024 11:35am - 12:15pm EST
Hall C

LUNCH

11:35am EST

Lunch! - SENIOR

Sunday November 3, 2024 11:35am - 12:15pm EST

Hall A

Lunch on your own! We’ll see you back at 12:15pm!

Sunday November 3, 2024 11:35am - 12:15pm EST
Hall A

LUNCH

11:40am EST

Lunch - TWEEN

Sunday November 3, 2024 11:40am - 12:30pm EST

Grand Ballroom

Lunch on your own! We'll see you back at 12:30pm!

Sunday November 3, 2024 11:40am - 12:30pm EST
Grand Ballroom

LUNCH

12:25pm EST

Acting - Jr/Sr

Sunday November 3, 2024 12:25pm - 1:35pm EST

Ballroom E

BALLROOM E
Come enjoy an acting class with our incredibly talented Emma! If you are interested in testing out your acting skills this is a must!

Faculty

Emma Dahlin

Sunday November 3, 2024 12:25pm - 1:35pm EST
Ballroom E

JR/SR (ages 9+)

12:25pm EST

Hip Hop - Jr/Sr

Sunday November 3, 2024 12:25pm - 1:35pm EST

Hall B

HALL B
Step outside the box in Matt’s high-energy class that infuses the latest hip hop styles. Unleash your individual style and get ready to learn a fun and challenging routine!

Faculty

Matt Tayao

Matt Tayao has performed nationally and internationally with superstars such as Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, P. Diddy, Kali Uchis, Charlie Puth, Kelly Rowland, Meghan Trainor, and Ke$ha. He has also appeared in various music videos and on popular shows like MTV Video Music Awards, MTV Movie... Read More →

Sunday November 3, 2024 12:25pm - 1:35pm EST
Hall B

JR/SR (ages 9+)

12:25pm EST

Tap - JUNIOR

Sunday November 3, 2024 12:25pm - 1:35pm EST

Hall C

HALL C
This class will focus on timing, rhythm, and agility while you learn a routine combining different tap styles.

Faculty

Evan Ruggiero

Evan Ruggiero began dancing at the age of 5, and by age 10, he was accepted into the New Jersey Tap Ensemble. During his sophomore year at Montclair State University, Evan was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma. Enduring nine surgeries in a six-month period in an effort to save the leg... Read More →

Sunday November 3, 2024 12:25pm - 1:35pm EST
Hall C

JUNIOR (ages 9-12)

12:25pm EST

Jazz - SENIOR

Sunday November 3, 2024 12:25pm - 1:35pm EST

Hall A

HALL A
A vibrant jazz class that will keep you moving! Learn a jazz routine, improve your technique, and have a lot of fun!

Faculty

Courtney Ortiz

Sunday November 3, 2024 12:25pm - 1:35pm EST
Hall A

SENIOR (ages 13+)

12:30pm EST

Arts & Crafts

Sunday November 3, 2024 12:30pm - 1:15pm EST

Grand Ballroom

Sunday November 3, 2024 12:30pm - 1:15pm EST
Grand Ballroom

TWEEN (ages 6-8)

1:25pm EST

Musical Theater - TWEEN

Sunday November 3, 2024 1:25pm - 2:15pm EST

Grand Ballroom

GRAND BALLROOM
Tweens . . . The spotlight is calling your name! Come join Glenna’s lively Musical Theater class. A fun class offering a great foundation to build upon!

Faculty

Glenna Wilson

Glenna Wilson is a teacher and choreographer. She attended UNC Charlotte, graduating with a degree in dance education for grades K-12. Now, Glenna travels across the country to give inspiration and ideas to teachers across the US for their preschool programs. She also taught with... Read More →

Sunday November 3, 2024 1:25pm - 2:15pm EST
Grand Ballroom

TWEEN (ages 6-8)

1:30pm EST

Studio Owner Collaborative Idea Forum & Best Business Tips - TEACHERS

Sunday November 3, 2024 1:30pm - 2:40pm EST

Room 101

ROOM 101

Studio Owner Collaborative Idea Forum & Best Business Tips

Faculty

Debbie Roberts

National Director and Founder of Showstopper

Debbie is the National Director and founder of Showstopper. She has made dance her life’s career as a dancer, teacher, business owner, author, mother and grandmother. In 1984, Debbie graced the cover of Dance Teacher Magazine and in 1986 she topped Glamour Magazine’s list of Outstanding... Read More →

Sunday November 3, 2024 1:30pm - 2:40pm EST
Room 101

TEACHER (ages 18+)

1:45pm EST

Across the Floor - Jr/Sr

Sunday November 3, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm EST

Hall B

HALL B
Jazz up your floor work! Practice taking up space, counting your strides, and being part of a group in this movement-heavy class.

Faculty

Courtney Ortiz

Sunday November 3, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm EST
Hall B

JR/SR (ages 9+)

1:45pm EST

Hip Hop - JUNIOR

Sunday November 3, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm EST

Hall C

HALL C
Step outside the box in Greg’s high-energy class that infuses the latest hip hop styles. Unleash your individual style and get ready to learn a fun and challenging routine!

Faculty

Greg Chapkis

Sunday November 3, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm EST
Hall C

JUNIOR (ages 9-12)

1:45pm EST

Leaps & Turns - JUNIOR

Sunday November 3, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm EST

Ballroom E

BALLROOM E
This class will focus on the skills necessary to improve a variety of leaps and turns.

Faculty

Mackenzi Bolyard-Pizaña

Sunday November 3, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm EST
Ballroom E

JUNIOR (ages 9-12)

1:45pm EST

Ballet - SENIOR

Sunday November 3, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm EST

Hall A

HALL A
Slow it down and let’s bring it back to the basics of ballet with Sam! This talented and elegant ballerina will have you leaving with a sense of achievement and a big smile!

Faculty

Sam Shapiro

Sunday November 3, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm EST
Hall A

SENIOR (ages 13+)

2:25pm EST

Voice With Movement - TWEEN

Sunday November 3, 2024 2:25pm - 3:15pm EST

Grand Ballroom

GRAND BALLROOM
This class is an amazing opportunity to expand your performance repertoire! Join Emma for a fun-filled class of singing and vocal coaching.

Faculty

Emma Dahlin

Sunday November 3, 2024 2:25pm - 3:15pm EST
Grand Ballroom

TWEEN (ages 6-8)

2:50pm EST

Studio Owner Giveaway - STUDIO OWNERS

Sunday November 3, 2024 2:50pm - 2:55pm EST

Hall A

Sunday November 3, 2024 2:50pm - 2:55pm EST
Hall A

TEACHER (ages 18+)

2:55pm EST

Hip Hop - Jr/Sr

Sunday November 3, 2024 2:55pm - 3:55pm EST

Hall B

HALL B
Step outside the box in Bryant’s high-energy class that infuses the latest hip hop styles. Unleash your individual style and get ready to learn a fun and challenging routine!

Faculty

Bryant Culler

Bryant is a professional dancer and hip hop instructor. He is Studio Director of Peace Love Hip Hop in Charleston, SC. He has appeared on Lifetime’s Dance Moms with Candy Apples Dance Center. Bryant was recruited by world-renowned choreographer Greg Chapkis to join the Chapkis Dance... Read More →

Sunday November 3, 2024 2:55pm - 3:55pm EST
Hall B

JR/SR (ages 9+)

2:55pm EST

Jazz - JUNIOR

Sunday November 3, 2024 2:55pm - 3:55pm EST

Hall C

HALL C
We can’t help but feel like we all love jazz! It’s energetic, fun, and offers so much variety that it totally appeals to everyone! In this class you’ll improve on your skills while getting to dance to trendy music!

Faculty

Taylor Quinn

Sunday November 3, 2024 2:55pm - 3:55pm EST
Hall C

JUNIOR (ages 9-12)

2:55pm EST

Pom Pon - SENIOR

Sunday November 3, 2024 2:55pm - 3:55pm EST

Hall A

HALL A
For those dancers looking toward trying out for cheer and dance teams. This class focuses on sharp motions using pom-poms for visual effect.

Faculty

Taylor Arenz

Sunday November 3, 2024 2:55pm - 3:55pm EST
Hall A

SENIOR (ages 13+)

3:25pm EST

Fun & Funky Farewell (Parents Invited!)

Sunday November 3, 2024 3:25pm - 4:15pm EST

Grand Ballroom

GRAND BALLROOM
Give a farewell goodbye to an amazing weekend with an amazing family class, hosted by none-other than Sam Picart!

Faculty

Sam Picart

Sunday November 3, 2024 3:25pm - 4:15pm EST
Grand Ballroom

TWEEN (ages 6-8)