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8:00am EST

Warm Up & Contemporary - JUNIOR
Sunday November 10, 2024 8:00am - 9:00am EST
HEROES
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
avatar for Alexie Agdeppa

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 10, 2024 8:00am - 9:00am EST
Heroes

8:00am EST

Warm Up & Ballet - Seniors
Sunday November 10, 2024 8:00am - 9:00am EST
LEGENDS
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
avatar for Sam Shapiro

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 10, 2024 8:00am - 9:00am EST
Legends

8:00am EST

Warm Up & Pom Pon - SENIOR
Sunday November 10, 2024 8:00am - 9:00am EST
LEGACY SOUTH
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
avatar for Taylor Arenz

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 10, 2024 8:00am - 9:00am EST
Legacy South

8:15am EST

Warm Up & Funky Jazz - TWEENS
Sunday November 10, 2024 8:15am - 9:05am EST
LEGACY NORTH
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
avatar for Mackenzi Bolyard-Pizaña

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 10, 2024 8:15am - 9:05am EST
Legacy North

9:10am EST

Jazz - TWEEN
Sunday November 10, 2024 9:10am - 10:00am EST
LEGACY NORTH
Tweens . . . The spotlight is calling your name! Come join Alexie’s lively jazz class. A fun class offering a great foundation to build upon!
Faculty
avatar for Alexie Agdeppa

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 10, 2024 9:10am - 10:00am EST
Legacy North

9:10am EST

Belly Dance Fusion - JUNIOR
Sunday November 10, 2024 9:10am - 10:10am EST
LEGACY SOUTH
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
avatar for Janelle Jalila Issis

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 10, 2024 9:10am - 10:10am EST
Legacy South

9:10am EST

Jazz - JUNIOR
Sunday November 10, 2024 9:10am - 10:10am EST
HEROES
A vibrant jazz class that will keep you moving! Learn a jazz routine, improve your technique, and have a lot of fun!
Faculty
avatar for Taylor Quinn

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 10, 2024 9:10am - 10:10am EST
Heroes

9:10am EST

Hip Hop - SENIOR
Sunday November 10, 2024 9:10am - 10:10am EST
LEGENDS
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 Matt!
Faculty
avatar for Matt Tayao

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 10, 2024 9:10am - 10:10am EST
Legends

10:00am EST

Showstoppers' Approach to Choreographing Leadership & Developing Exceptional Experiences - TEACHERS
Sunday November 10, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am EST
FORUM WEST 1-3
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
avatar for Laura Button

Laura Button

Director of Operations and Showstopper Experiences
Sunday November 10, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am EST
Forum West 1-2

10:05am EST

Pom Pon - TWEEN
Sunday November 10, 2024 10:05am - 10:55am EST
LEGACY NORTH
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
avatar for Taylor Arenz

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 10, 2024 10:05am - 10:55am EST
Legacy North

10:20am EST

Ballet - JUNIOR
Sunday November 10, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am EST
HEROES
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
avatar for Sam Shapiro

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 10, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am EST
Heroes

10:20am EST

Freestyle - JUNIOR
Sunday November 10, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am EST
LEGACY SOUTH
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
avatar for Arielle Elonys

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 10, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am EST
Legacy South

10:20am EST

Lyrical - SENIOR
Sunday November 10, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am EST
LEGENDS
This class will combine technical skills with strength and emotion. You’ll learn an expressive routine that allows you to tell a story through dance.
Faculty
avatar for Alexie Agdeppa

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 10, 2024 10:20am - 11:20am EST
Legends

11:00am EST

Across The Floor - TWEENS
Sunday November 10, 2024 11:00am - 11:40am EST
LEGACY NORTH
Jazz up your floor work! Practice taking up space, counting your strides, and being part of a group in this movement-heavy class.
Faculty
avatar for Mackenzi Bolyard-Pizaña

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 10, 2024 11:00am - 11:40am EST
Legacy North

11:20am EST

Lunch! - JUNIOR
Sunday November 10, 2024 11:20am - 11:50am EST
Lunch is on your own! We'll see you back at 11:50am!
Sunday November 10, 2024 11:20am - 11:50am EST
Heroes

11:20am EST

Lunch! - SENIOR
Sunday November 10, 2024 11:20am - 11:50am EST
Lunch is on your own! We'll see you back at 11:50am!
Sunday November 10, 2024 11:20am - 11:50am EST
Legends

11:40am EST

Lunch - TWEEN
Sunday November 10, 2024 11:40am - 12:30pm EST
Lunch is on your own! We'll see you back at 11:40am

Sunday November 10, 2024 11:40am - 12:30pm EST
Legacy North

11:50am EST

Hip Hop - JUNIOR
Sunday November 10, 2024 11:50am - 12:50pm EST
HEROES
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
avatar for Matt Tayao

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 10, 2024 11:50am - 12:50pm EST
Heroes

11:50am EST

Ballet - SENIOR
Sunday November 10, 2024 11:50am - 12:50pm EST
LEGACY SOUTH
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
avatar for Sam Shapiro

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 10, 2024 11:50am - 12:50pm EST
Legacy South

11:50am EST

Jazz - SENIOR
Sunday November 10, 2024 11:50am - 12:50pm EST
LEGENDS
A vibrant jazz class that will keep you moving! Learn a jazz routine, improve your technique, and have a lot of fun!
Faculty
avatar for Taylor Quinn

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 10, 2024 11:50am - 12:50pm EST
Legends

12:00pm EST

Studio Owner Collaborative Idea Forum & Best Business Tips
Sunday November 10, 2024 12:00pm - 1:15pm EST
FORUM WEST 1-3
Studio Owner Collaborative Idea Forum & Best Business Tips
Faculty
avatar for Debbie Roberts

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 10, 2024 12:00pm - 1:15pm EST
Forum West 1-2

12:30pm EST

Arts & Crafts - TWEENS
Sunday November 10, 2024 12:30pm - 1:15pm EST
Sunday November 10, 2024 12:30pm - 1:15pm EST
Legacy North

1:00pm EST

Across the Floor - JUNIORS
Sunday November 10, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
LEGACY SOUTH
Jazz up your floor work! Practice taking up space, counting your strides, and being part of a group in this movement-heavy class.
Faculty
avatar for Sydney Alie

Sydney Alie

Sydney Alie was raised in Denver, Colorado and began dancing at the age of 3. Sydney is currently enrolled in the Steps on Broadway Professional Conservatory Program. You can see her dancing in the newest season of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel as well as in Steps On Broadway’s newest... Read More →
Sunday November 10, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Legacy South

1:00pm EST

Pom Pon - JUNIOR
Sunday November 10, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
HEROES
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
avatar for Taylor Arenz

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 10, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Heroes

1:00pm EST

Hip Hop - SENIOR
Sunday November 10, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
LEGENDS
In this class Sam will bring his West Coast flare to this fun high energy class. You’ll learn an awesome combination; smiling and giggling the entire time with Sam!
Faculty
avatar for Sam Picart

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 10, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Legends

1:25pm EST

Acting - TWEEN
Sunday November 10, 2024 1:25pm - 2:15pm EST
LEGACY NORTH
Come enjoy an acting class with our incredibly talented Alexie! If you are interested in testing out your acting skills this is a must!
Faculty
avatar for Alexie Agdeppa

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 10, 2024 1:25pm - 2:15pm EST
Legacy North

2:00pm EST

Studio Owner Giveaway - STUDIO OWNERS
Sunday November 10, 2024 2:00pm - 2:05pm EST
Sunday November 10, 2024 2:00pm - 2:05pm EST
Legends

2:05pm EST

Hip Hop - JUNIOR
Sunday November 10, 2024 2:05pm - 3:05pm EST
HEROES
In this class Sam will bring his West Coast flare to this fun high energy class. You’ll learn an awesome combination; smiling and giggling the entire time with Sam!

Faculty
avatar for Sam Picart

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 10, 2024 2:05pm - 3:05pm EST
Heroes

2:05pm EST

Across the Floor - SENIOR
Sunday November 10, 2024 2:05pm - 3:05pm EST
LEGENDS
Jazz up your floor work! Practice taking up space, counting your strides, and being part of a group in this movement-heavy class.





Faculty
avatar for Sydney Alie

Sydney Alie

Sydney Alie was raised in Denver, Colorado and began dancing at the age of 3. Sydney is currently enrolled in the Steps on Broadway Professional Conservatory Program. You can see her dancing in the newest season of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel as well as in Steps On Broadway’s newest... Read More →
Sunday November 10, 2024 2:05pm - 3:05pm EST
Legends

2:05pm EST

Freestyle - SENIOR
Sunday November 10, 2024 2:05pm - 3:05pm EST
LEGACY SOUTH
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
avatar for Arielle Elonys

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 10, 2024 2:05pm - 3:05pm EST
Legacy South

2:25pm EST

Belly Dance Fusion - TWEEN
Sunday November 10, 2024 2:25pm - 3:15pm EST
LEGACY NORTH
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
avatar for Janelle Jalila Issis

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 10, 2024 2:25pm - 3:15pm EST
Legacy North

3:10pm EST

Hip Hop - ALL DANCERS
Sunday November 10, 2024 3:10pm - 4:00pm EST
LEGENDS
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
avatar for Bryant Culler

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 10, 2024 3:10pm - 4:00pm EST
Legends

3:10pm EST

Leaps & Turns - Jr/Sr
Sunday November 10, 2024 3:10pm - 4:00pm EST
HEROES
This class will focus on the skills necessary to improve a variety of leaps and turns.
Faculty
avatar for Mackenzi Bolyard-Pizaña

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 10, 2024 3:10pm - 4:00pm EST
Heroes

3:25pm EST

Fun & Funky Farewell (Parents Invited!)- TWEEN
Sunday November 10, 2024 3:25pm - 4:15pm EST
LEGACY NORTH
Give a farewell goodbye to an amazing weekend with an amazing family class, hosted by none-other than Sam Picart!
Faculty
avatar for Sam Picart

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 10, 2024 3:25pm - 4:15pm EST
Legacy North
 
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