In 1981 she attended Kutztown University where she was a member of their dance troupe.

She received her dance teaching certification in 1984 through Dance Educators of America where she studied with Alexander Filapov, Robert Blankshire, Charles Kelly, Gus Giordano, Al Gilbert, Luigi, and Karen Herbert.
She is continually furthering her training through the Broadway Dance Center’s teacher’s workshops, Dance Masters and Dance Educators.

She was born in Boston, MA and studied with Mae Block (American Ballet Theatre), Jan Veen (Modern), Bob Gilman (Jazz) and Ruth Sandholm Ambrose (Ballet) at Boston conservatory, also Harriet Hoctor, and E. Virginia Williams, founder of Boston Ballet Company. In New York City she studied with Leon Danielian, Mrs. Vilzak, and Maria Swaboda from the Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo.

She danced with the Royal Ballet of England; Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo, New York City; Miami Ballet and Dade Civic Ballet Co. in Florida. She was in the original cast of the Broadway productions “West Side Story” and “Flower Drum Song” and Cohasset Music Theatre’s productions of “Brigadoon” “Gypsy”, “South Pacific”, “Kiss Me Kate” and “Carousel”. Marjorie and her dance partner performed ballroom and Latin dance at many famous hotels on Miami Beach, and then on Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines ships for three years.

Marjorie has taught ballet at Boston Ballet Co., Dade Civic Ballet Co., R. Landers School of Ballet and developed her own dance program in the Pembroke Pines, Fl. Community, teaching Ballet and Liturgical dance. She has also taught character, ballroom and Latin dance at the Fountainbleau, Deauville and Versailles Hotels on Miami Beach.

Teaching dancers who have made the commitment, and decision to be professionals is quite different from teaching young people in the process of deciding what they want to become, not only for a career, but as a person. Everyday, in every class there is a challenge. Along with strong ballet technique, I try to teach and give my students, the passion and love of dance, the discipline, and the knowledge that they are all gifted in many different ways. Whether or not my students become dancers, I hope each one of them will develop a sense of beauty and culture through the art of dance. A passion to take with them throughout their lives.

At the age of six, Miss Greta’s dance training began at Encore and continued there for eleven years. Other training includes classes at Broadway Dance Center (New York), and dance seminars such as American Heritage Dance Convention and New York City Dance Alliance. In her years as a teacher’s assistant, the majority with Ballet Director Marjorie Dougherty, she learned to structure her own classes and how to “break down” steps for her students. Miss Greta has attended several teacher-specific seminars, among them the Robert Christopher Seminar (Lancaster, PA), International Teachers of Dance (New Jersey), and Little People’s Creative Workshop (North Carolina) where she was certified in the preschool dance. “I received a real passion for dance and excellent training from my own teachers here at Encore, and I feel blessed to have the opportunity to help pass both to the next generation of Encore dancers!

Alyson attended the Conestoga Valley School District where she helped to establish a dance troupe in their middle school. In high school, Alyson joined the majorette squad of the marching band. She was a majorette for four years and in her senior year was elected Guard Captain. She was a member of a local baton group called the Scotties where she began twirling at the age of three. She has competed with DMA and national competitions held in North Carolina at Gardner Webb University.

Alyson attended Kutztown University where she was a member of the University’s Dance Troupe and the KU Dance Team. At Kutztown, Alyson had the opportunity to study many different forms of dance, as well as take choreography classes by Dr. Netting.

Alyson performed with Encore in Walt Disney World, on Royal Caribbean’s Nordic Empress and Enchantment of the Sea’s, as well as, Hershey Park, Lititz July 4th Celebration, Harrisburg Christmas Craft Show, Outdoor World, Ephrata Cloister Fest and Donnelly.

Alyson is certified by The Little People’s Creative Dance Workshop and continues her dance education by attending Broadway Dance Center’s Teacher’s Workshops. Over the next four years Alyson plans on completing certification programs offered by Dance Masters of America.

Alyson’s love for dance is demonstrated through her creativity, energy, enthusiasm and beautiful smile.

Tanya attended Harrisburg Area Community College where she received a degree in Business Management. Tanya was an instructor for New Line Revue where she choreographed award winning routines for state and national competitions. She was a performer in the Florida Citrus Bowl’s half-time show in 1998.

Tanya is certified by the Little People’s Creative Dance Workshop and is continually furthering her dance education and training by attending workshops by American Dance Heritage, Manhattan Dance Project and New York City Dance Alliance. Over the next four years Tanya will be receiving her teaching certification from Dance Masters of America.

Her performance credits at De Sales include numerous faculty and student showcases, works by noted guest choreographers like Charles Moulton and David Parsons, and several regional festivals of the American College Dance Festival Association. Some highlights of her college dance training include presiding over De Sales chapter of the National Dance Honor Society, co-coordinating the school’s first Dance Team, participating in a pre-professional touring company and receiving the highest departmental award for dance performance at graduation.

Kristen finds great joy in teaching at Encore. It is an honor to share both her knowledge and passion for dance with young students in such a nurturing environment.

Jody studied ballet and modern at the University of Cincinnati’s Conservatory of Music from 1972-1977. She studied under James Truitt (a soloist with Alvin Ailey), and Lester Horton (modern technique) from 1973-1977. She was a member of Annelise Von Oettizers Ballet Company Cincinnati, Ohio and Eagle Bay New York 1975-1981.

Jody graduated with honors from Butler University in 1981 with a Bachelor of Arts in dance. While attending Butler she was a member of their ballet and jazz company. She performed with the Indianapolis Opera Company – “Carmen and Aieda” in 1979 and with the Cincinnati Opera Company in 1981. She was a member of the Sue Cobb and Dancers Jazz and Modern Company in Cincinnati, Ohio from 1981-1985.

From 1985 – 1989, Jody was a member of the Moving Feet Dance Company, Sarasota Springs, New York. She performed at Skidmoore College, Albany New Yorks Performing Arts Loft with Dancers Jazz and Modern Company.

Jody began teaching in 1975 at schools, studios and colleges in Ohio, Indiana and New York. She has taught ballet, tap, jazz, modern, creative movement, aerobics and exercise.

Jody’s positive, nurturing and encouraging approach to teaching makes her a true asset to Encore.