Chi Lopes, has been pro-dancing for over 20 years and choreographing for 15+ years in Los Angeles & Nashville. Credits include Justin Timberlake, Pitbull, Ne-Yo, Mike Meyers, Jake Owen, Kenny Chesney, Lenny Kravitz, Natalie Grant, Tom Jones, Heather Locklear, Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, Vanessa Hudgens, Blake Shelton, Kid Rock, and four tours with Paul McCartney. Chi has also performed on and represented: Grammy’s, Emmy’s, VMA’s, CMA’s, CMT Awards, America’s Got Talent, CSI, Nickelodeon, Fruit of the Loom, Haagen Daz, Dom Perignon, Nike, GMC, Maybelline, Redken and more. She was even named one of the TOP TEN Commercial Dancers in L.A. by Dance Track Magazine. She most recently finished working on the film “Megalopolis” directed by Francis Ford-Coppola.
Chi's choreography credits include: Lauren Daigle’s World Tour, ACM Awards with Carrie Underwood & CeCe Winans, Marin Rylee, Juliana Hale, Jake Owen on Real Country, Styled By William Commercial, Ringling Bros Barnum&Bailey Circus, Danny Gokey, Dollar General, Ally Bank, Bellissimo Dance Boutique, Krystal Meyers on the Revolve Tour, Harrah’s Casino, Alanna "17" Music Video, and Wyndham Bahamas Resort. Chi has authored her book, “Touring with a Beatle”, where she describes her journey to LA, the thrill of being hired by Paul McCartney, and all the excitement of touring the world with one of the most famous musicians of all time! You can find Chi on her youtube channel at “Shy Dance Productions” giving career adice to dancers all over the world. |
Charity Baroni-Litzenberg was born and raised in Nashville, Tennessee. She moved to Los Angeles in 2008, hustled hard, built relationships, and thrived in the entertainment industry as a professional background dancer for almost a decade! She performed and toured with artists such as Selena Gomez and Taylor Swift all over the world, and also performed with artists such as Beyoncé in music videos, live performances with Flo Rida, danced on the Grammys with Katy Perry, and more. She performed on multiple live shows and awards shows, Billboard music awards, MTV movie awards, X Factor, CMT Awards, Radio Disney Awards, Cowboys Thanksgiving halftime show, SYTYCD Australia, and Buzzfeed to name a few.
She learned and experienced a tremendous amount during her time-based in LA and journeyed back home to Nashville to share her professional experiences in her choreography, teaching and mentoring other dancers, as well as performance coaching artists. Her choreography credits include working with Maren Morris, Ryan Hurd, Sara Evans, Mitchell Tenpenny, Zayn, and more. She has also worked with and taught the USA women’s gymnastics national and Olympic teams as their dance teacher at national team camps and has choreographed several of the gymnast’s floor routines. Now that she is back in Nashville, she pursued mental health and education, received her BA in Counseling, and is a licensed and certified counselor, choreographer, teacher, and new mom. Through her experiences, she has learned how to hold onto truth, boldness, light, and fun and reminds people pursuing arts and entertainment to focus on the importance of mental and emotional health. She does this especially when sharing her passion for dance and life in the entertainment industry with others! |
Nick Bass, though originally from Nashville, Tennessee, Nick Bass has spent most of his working career in Los Angeles, CA. Nick has worked with Michael Jackson, Usher, Justin Timberlake, Janet Jackson, NeYo, Beyonce, Ciara, Christina Aguilera, Britney Spears, Chris Brown, Prince, Madonna and many others. Nick has performed at multiple events including the Grammy's, the Superbowl, Saturday Night Live, Will & Grace, TRL, The View, Good Morning America, Jay Leno, Jimmy Kimmel, Jimmy Fallon, Ellen, The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show, X-Factor, American Idol, and So You Think You Dance. He has been a part of world tours like Justin Timberlake's "Future, Sex, Love Show" and Janet Jackson's "Rock Witch U", in which he was an additional choreographer. Also in his long list of accolades are rehearsals with Michael Jackson for his sold out 50 show production "This Is It". Nick can be seen in the "This Is It" documentary that hit theatres in 2009. |
Jordan Grace was born and raised in Nashville, TN. She began dancing at the age of 14 at DC Dance Factory. After graduating high school, Jordan moved to Atlanta to follow her dreams of pursuing a career as a Professional Dancer. She has since choreographed for Walmart, Sherwin Williams, Harrahs Resort & Casino Residency Shows as well as danced behind major recording artists such as Justin Bieber, Blake Shelton, Dan & Shay, Pitbull, Paramore, etc. She has appeared in multiple nationwide commercials and films for Disney, Coca Cola, Cartoon Network and live musical performance in Tyler Perry’s “You Don’t Know Me” and more. Jordan now lives and operates her company, AREA 54, in Franklin, TN alongside her husband, Luis, and daughter, Ari. |
Jasmine Harper was born in Rochester, New York. She began dancing at the age of 3 at a local studio, where she studied the styles of tap, jazz, ballet, lyrical, musical theater, and contemporary. At the age of 13, Jasmine moved to Charlotte, North Carolina where she attended North Carolina Dance Theater to further her training in ballet. After graduating high school in 2011, she signed to Xcel Talent Agency. Jasmine relocated to Atlanta, Ga to begin her career as a professional dancer. While training in Atlanta under some of Atlanta's most well known choreographers, Jasmine's career took off. She began dancing as a background dancer for artist, Ciara. Soon after she competed on the reality dance show So You Think You Can Dance Season 10. The show was a great platform for Jasmine. Since then she has worked with recording artists such as Usher, Taylor Swift, Jennifer Lopez, Ne-yo and Jasmine has completed two major tours with Beyoncé. She continues to perfect her craft and expand her knowledge and skill as a dancer, while living out her dream. |
Joy Denver Spears started her professional career in 2006, as one of the top 10 female dancers on season 2 of So You Think You Can Dance. After a successful commercial dance career in Los Angeles, Joy now resides in Nashville where she started her professional choreography career. She served as the Choreographer on the final season of the ABC/CMT TV show, “Nashville” and is now one of the most sought-after dancers and choreographers in Music City. Some artists on her roster include; Thomas Rhett, Walker Hayes, Kelsea Ballerini, Maddie & Tae, RaeLynn, Luke Bryan, Jon Pardi, Florida Georgia Line, Blake Shelton, RaeLynn, Kassi Ashton, Danielle Bradbery, Kelleigh Bannen, Brad Paisley, Kenny Chesney, LoCash, Blanco Brown, Brantley Gilbert, Reba McEntire, Dierks Bentley(as well as Hot Country Knights), Madeline Edwards, Tenille Arts, Lauren Alaina, Chris Lane, Lee Brice, Little Big Town, Lucie Silvas, Tyler Hubbard, Leslie Jordan and many more including “Mister Worldwide”, Pitbull. As a performer, Joy has also danced alongside artists such as Lady Gaga, Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, Pink, Paula Abdul, Pharrell, Pitbull, Will.i.am, Fall Out Boy, Kat Graham, Priyanka Chopra, and DJ Havana Brown. . She teaches weekly at Millennium Dance Complex Nashville, as well as several other studios local and nationwide. |
William Harris III was born and raised in Nashville, TN where he attended Nashville School of the Arts and after graduating he was hand picked by Debbie Allen to attend the Debbie Allen Dance Academy. He has worked with artists such as Chaka Chan, Queen Latifah, CeCe Winans, Tichina Arnold, and Herby Hancock. Several of his assistant credits include FOX’s hit show “So You Think You Can Dance” working with choreographers Tessandra Chavez and Tyce Diorio. Film credits include Chinese 3D movie Gone With The Bullets, choreographed by Keith Young and Netflix’s film “A Week Away”. Tour credits include, GLEE’S first national tour as a Vocal Adrenaline dancer. William also spent 4 years dancing and touring Japan with JPOP megastars. He eventually went on to choreograph for several of international gigs. William has shared the stage with Broadway legend Jennifer Holiday in a production of Sophisticated Ladies. He also performed in a production of Singin’ In The Rain. William has had the opportunity to work with companies such as Cabi, Harley Davidson, Reebok, and Toyota. He’s appeared on TV shows like The Late Late Show w/James Corden’s Primetime Special, USA’s Real Country, and “A Black Lady Sketch Show” on HBO. He can also be heard in NPT’s documentary Solider & Citizen, doing voiceover work. He has appeared in commercials with Kathie Lee Gifford for TAKL, Noelle Hotel by Marriott, and Criket Wireless. Television credits include, CMT Awards with Walker Hayes and ABC’s CMA Country Christmas, and Dancing with Neil Patrick Harris at the Oscars.
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Originally from Boston, Rachael is a Pro-Dancer, Actress, Educator & Choreographer with over 20yrs of experience working throughout Los Angeles, NYC and Atlanta. Knowing the importance of becoming a hybrid artist, Rachael continues to enjoy a versatile career working in many aspects of the Dance & Entertainment Industry. From Film, TV and Commercials, to World Tours, Music Videos, Award Shows and Print Campaigns. She is also a Faculty member on NRG DANCE PROJECT Convention, is a Guest teacher for CLI CONSERVATORY, and teaches across the country and internationally. Rachael brings this level of experience to her classes, empowering dancers to strive to reach their fullest expression as an artist. Rachael has toured and/or danced for RIHANNA, KATY PERRY, BEYONCE, PINK, CHER, JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE, KELLY CLARKSON, KANYE WEST, PANIC AT THE DISCO, CHAYANNE, THE PUSSYCAT DOLLS and more. She’s done 3 world tours with RIHANNA, KATY PERRY and CHAYANNE, has been featured in Music Videos like DARK HORSE and CALIFORNIA GURLS, and has performed on some of the biggest Award Show stages including THE GRAMMYS, AMAs, MTV MOVIE & MUSIC AWARDS, BILLBOARD AWARDS, etc. Rachael also had the honor of dancing at two Super Bowl Halftime Shows for both KATY PERRY and BEYONCE, and performed at the Kid’s Inaugural Ball during BARACK OBAMA’s Presidency. She has been in over 100 Films, TV Shows & Commercials, some including TOP GUN: MAVERICK, ALL AMERICAN, MAGNUM PI, SWEET MAGNOLIAS, CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD, THE MORNING SHOW, TALES OF THE WALKING DEAD, GLEE, RUSH HOUR 3, TRUE BLOOD, ON A WING AND A PRAYER, GILMORE GIRLS: REVIVAL, HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER, FIRST WIVES CLUB, THE MS. PAT SHOW, DESCENDANTS: THE RISE OF RED, QUEENS, DR. KEN, H&M CAMPAIGNS, TARGET, AFLAC INSURANCE, NIKE, ADIDAS, REEBOK and many more.Rachael brings a unique quality to the table as a well-rounded Artist, and is passionate about supporting young creatives on their journey. She continues to give back to her artistic community as an Educator & Mentor. Her Industry Workshops are a favorite amongst dancers and studios, giving them tools and insight to step into the professional dance world with clarity and confidence.
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Jessi Peralta-Thompson is fiercely passionate about teaching dancers to appreciate creativity, diversity, music and technique. As a result, she founded the WRK. PLC. for dancers in 2017. Jessi has established herself as one of the most experienced female professional dancers in the region and a highly requested choreographer in Nashville. Film, TV/commercials and live shows credits include: Anchor Man 2, Love Simon, Million Dollar Arm, MTV Video Music Awards, American Music Awards, CMT Awards, Country Music Awards, HBO's Def Comedy Jam, Pussycat Dolls, Blake Shelton, Luke Bryan, Christina Aguilera, Jake Owen, Pitbull, Rooms to Go, AT&T, State Farm, Pepsi, The Super Bowl, Sports Illustrated, Vampire Diaries, The Originals, The Detour, Tennessee Titans Cheerleading, Odyssey Dance Theatre and SYTYCD. She's privileged to share her passion and experience with like-minded, young artists. |
Marissa Milele born and raised in Nashville, Tennessee, has trained competitively in all genres of dance, along with power tumbling and trampoline. Marissa was on the hit TV show, So You Think You Can Dance, Season 12 and landed in the top 5 girls on Travis Wall’s, “Team Stage.” After the show Marissa was invited to tour on the seventy-city tour with So You Think You Can Dance in 2015. Immediately after SYTYCD, Marissa moved to LA and booked the “All In” Vegas Residency with Ricky Martin. In 2014 and 2015 Marissa participated as an NFL Professional Cheerleader for the Tennessee Titans and became the exclusive choreographer 2019-2021. Throughout her last ten years as a professional dancer, she has danced in award shows such as, CMA “Country Christmas”, American Music Awards, CMT, CMA Awards, and has danced for Demi Lovato on Good Morning America, VMA’s, and Billboard events. She has danced on “The Voice” with Charlie Puth and danced for artists such as Kanye West, Dan and Shay, Blake Shelton, Cam Country, Kenney Chesney, Demi Lovato, Caanan Cox, Jerrod Neimann, Alex Aiona, Janelle Monae, and Jennifer Nettles. Marissa has been in movies and TV shows such as the hit TV show Nashville, Netflix’s Insatiables, Alvin and the Chipmunks 4, Disney Marvel, Hawkeye and the recent Dolly Parton movie, “Mountain Magic Christmas”. Not only is Marissa an active, working professional dancer but she is the co-founder of Milele Academy, L.L.C. where she trains young dancers to dance on a professional or collegiate level. In addition to choreographing for her Milele Academy students, she also choreographs for studios all over the United States and recently started choreographing for music videos and television. Recently, Marissa was the assistant choreographer on the Fox TV show “I Can See Your Voice”. Marissa has also been on faculty for conventions such as Revel Dance Convention for over six years and Streetz. She truly loves mentoring and sharing her passion of dance with dancers all around the country while continuing to work professionally.
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Karynn Wright-Hough, originally from Buffalo, NY, Hough is the owner/agent of Fresh Talent Group. Fresh as it is commonly referred to, is a boutique agency that represents dancers, choreographers, actors, singers, and numerous specialty talents under the same brand. A graduate of Buffalo State College with a degree in journalism and an extensive background in marketing, graphic design, and publishing; Hough incorporated her knowledge of marketing and talent management to launch FTG in 2016.
As an agent, she works behind-the-scenes in the entertainment industry. "We are a boutique agency that is very hands-on from managing projects to negotiating gigs our primary goal is to create opportunities for our talent." Hough feels her chief responsibility is to guide her talent's career path, in the areas of development, booking, networking, tax prep, and oftentimes just being a good friend. She feels this is what makes "Fresh" different. "For us, it is not only about booking the job but cultivating longevity and guidance in the entertainment business." Fresh Talent Group has made huge accomplishments in only 7years. To date, we have worked with some of the largest brands including Netflix, HBO, ABC, CBS, Comedy Central, ESPN, Nickelodeon, Chevrolet, Ford, SuperBowl, Adidas, Infiniti, Dove Awards, CMA, CMT, Boost Mobile, Harley Davison, Cabi, NFL, TN Lottery, Red Kap, Crown Royal and numerous companies as well as Christian and country artists. |
Karen Keeley - Casting Director for TV and Video, Voice Actor, Singer/Songwriter, Model, and Co-Creator of The Kaz & Mo Show (currently in pre-production.) But most importantly a follower of Jesus! Karen is the owner of Karen Keeley Casting. She is an accomplished and versatile creative with extensive experience in TV/Video production, casting, modeling, music, and radio, originally from London, England. Her 35-year career in the entertainment industry has given her the opportunity to work on both sides of the camera…and microphone, resulting in exceptional insight and a unique perspective to recognize and cast talent. Karen has the ability to see through the eyes of a director, think like a producer, and speak the language of an actor. She loves what she does and is dedicated to creating outstanding content that will entertain, inform, and inspire…all for the glory of God! |
Elliott Lopes, the IT photographer in Nashville TN, has been a creative from the start. Moving to Nashville he attended MTSU where he trained in Music Education as a percussionist. Shortly after joining college he was offered a touring gig which lead to many more music gigs thereafter. Elliott also became a music engineer and was working on many local albums during this time. During his music career he also joined forces with a production company where he works as a social media manager, sound engineer, editor and producer for legendary Country music artists on the variety TV show called "Larry’s Country Diner." Seven years ago Elliott rekindled his love for photography and also dove into videography. Now, Elliott is an established Nashville photographer shooting many artists, brands, portraits and street photography. He most recently has shot for MEOW WOLF art exhibit and the SAKS 5th Ave X Dior "Carousel of Lights" in NYC. Married to the creator of HDI, Chi Lopes, Elliott has had a pivotal role in the development and creative vision of Hollywood Dance Intensive. 👏🏼
(Elliott has been shooting dancers from all over as well as our HDI photoshoots the past 6 years and is one of the dancers favorite parts of the HDI experience 📸 💯) |