Spring Workshop - April 12, 2026

Amelia Tsecaris is a 22 year old dancer from Manchester, New Hampshire. She started her dance career at age two, growing up and training at the New Hampshire School of Ballet before graduating high school in 2021. She was also on the school's competitive dance team from 7-18 years old. Amelia is a versatile dancer trained in various dance styles such as ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical, musical theatre contemporary, modern, hip-hop, and pointe. She was a member of the University of Rhode Island's dance team, the Ramettes, from 2022-2023, where she attended UDA camp and performed at basketball and football games. From 2023-2025, she was a member of a professional dance crew called "Liv3lihood" in Providence, Rhode Island. Through Liv3lihood, she trained under respected, talented, and well-known dancers and choreographers across the U.S. In rehearsals, she dedicated her attention to and trained in various styles of hip-hop and contemporary fusion. She performed and competed with this crew at showcases and competitions such as Prelude, World of Dance and Monsters. Amelia graduated from the University of Rhode Island in 2025 and currently works as a senior registered behavior technician and dance teacher/choreographer. She has choreographed solos, duo/trios, and group dances for competitive competitions, pageants, talent shows, and showcases. Along with her studies and work, Amelia continues to dedicate her time to growing and learning as a dancer and choreographer. She hopes to inspire those she works with while sharing her passion for dance.

Hannah Ranco is a New England based dancer, choreographer, and educator. Hannah earned her BFA in dance studies from Dean College in 2021. After graduating, Hannah danced as a professional NBA dancer with the Boston Celtics. Hannah has also danced in several music videos and live performances with artists such as DJ Kool, Montell Jordan, Sydney the Singer, and Spose (dancer & choreographer). Hannah has also worked in the concert dance world with choreographers such as Ilya Vidrin, Jessi Stegall, and Kelsie Steil. Hannah performed in Jessi Stegall's Theremin Vignettes at the Institute of Contemporary Art in Boston this March, and performed as a guest artist in Edge of Aquarius by The Click–A Boston based dance company. Hannah’s work has been featured at the Dance Complex’s Starlight Theatre, Salem Arts Festival, and Acadia Dance Festival. Hannah has also choreographed for numerous college and high school dance programs. These programs include Thornton Academy, Casco Bay High School PATHS program, Dean College, and Endicott College

Kristina Simopoulos began her dance training at Paula Terenzi’s Dance Complex for over 30 years. She started as an assistant and then became a member of the faculty. She has had the pleasure of teaching primary, intermediate, and advanced levels which all help to make her a better teacher.

Her students have competed both regionally and nationally where they have won numerous gold medals, high scores, and special awards. Kristina has been recognized and awarded for her choreography on the regional and national level. She is also a member of Dance Masters of America as well as Dance Teachers Club of Boston.

Kristina’s dedication to dance has earned her many high score titles along with special judges awards over the years. Kristina has danced with the United States Wrestling Federation and has appeared as a dancer in The First Murder in Malden video by the Converse Shoe family. She also has performed for many benefits, gala events, at Disney World Florida, The Grand Ole Opry in Nashville TN, and on 42nd street with the Radio City Rockettes. Over the years she has had the pleasure of working with world famous choreographers

such as Mia Michaels, Mandy Moore, Denise Wall, Ray Leeper and Sam Fiorello to name a few.

At an early age, Kristina knew dance would be a part of her life forever. As a dancer, teacher and choreographer Kristina strives her best to stay up to date with current dance trends and skills, to give her students the opportunities to learn and grow from all over. Kristina strives to help students pursue their dreams and to fall in love with dance how she has. She hopes her zest and love of dance carries on to the next generation!

 Olivia Taylor is a professional dancer, teacher and choreographer born and raised in Maine. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from the Conservatory at Point Park University, earning her Bachelor of Arts in Dance with a concentration in Ballet, and a minor in Business Management. While at Point Park University, Olivia had the opportunity to train with Susan Stowe, Matthew Powell, Kiesha Lalama, Jill Lazzini and Jason McDole. Olivia is currently a dancer with Disney Cruise Line and has most recently completed her fourth contract with the company opening the Disney Destiny. In between contracts, Olivia shares her love of dance with students across the state teaching Ballet, Pointe, Jazz and Contemporary.