Our Team

Lisa opened Bravo! with over 25 years of dance training, studying with some of the premier dance instructors and choreographers in the country. She began her journey at the Donna Miceli Dance Center under the guidance of Donna Miceli and Jeannine Martin. Lisa continued her dance training and earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Dance from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, where she learned from renowned choreographer Jan Van Dyke.

Her dance abilities, combined with her education, enabled her to perform professionally with Dance Prism, directed by Mary Demaso. Lisa's impressive performance credits include roles in popular dance performances such as The Nutcracker, Alice in Wonderland, and Cinderella. She also had the honor of performing as a guest soloist with Arts United in Washington, D.C.—a modern dance company that the Washington Post praised as "a company with obvious potential and something new to offer." Currently, Lisa is the choreographer for Dracut High School's Theatre Arts Program, where she works with the talented DHS students on various productions, including Oklahoma, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, and The Old Man & the Old Moon.

Lisa began her teaching career in 1992 and has been dedicated to improving her dance education skills ever since, teaching a diverse blend of classes at various studios throughout New England. To provide her students with the most current dance techniques, she continuously enhances her dance training by participating in master classes and attending dance conventions each year. Lisa's passion and love for dance are evident in her daily interactions with students, and it is her hope that these same feelings inspire every student she and her staff have the privilege to teach.

Ms. Kate began her dance training at Dance Productions in Woburn, MA, at age 2. By age 9, she joined Dance Production's Competitive Team and participated in dance performances across New England. This journey continued through high school and into college. At Bridgewater State University, she earned her bachelor's degree in Communication Studies with a focus on Dance Education. As an active member of the BSU Dance Team, BSU Dance Company, and BSU Dance Ensemble, she also served as the founding President of the National Dance Education Organization Student Chapter at the university. Following college, Ms. Kate completed the Disney College Program and now teaches 6th Grade Science in Woburn. Currently, she shares her passion for dance as the Dance Team Coach at Woburn Memorial High School, choreographs for the Woburn High Stage Company, and educates students at local studios. Ms. Kate is eager to continue instilling her love of dance in her students at Bravo! School of Dance!

Ryleigh is a graduate of Merrimack College with a degree in Early Childhood Education. She has danced at Bravo! School of Dance since the age of seven and continues to pursue her passion as both a dance instructor and a participant in the Adult class. Throughout her dance training, she studied Ballet & Pointe, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Modern, and Contemporary, and was actively involved in our Performing Groups, showcasing her talents in various dance performances. Ryleigh began her teaching career as a classroom assistant while in high school, and her experiences with young students influenced her decision to study education in college. She brings a joyful energy to her classes and is excited to continue her journey as a teacher at Bravo!.

Nicole began her journey in dance training at the age of 3 at the Donna Miceli Dance Center, where she participated in the Kidsdance Company and Youth Dance Company. She later attended the University of Massachusetts at Amherst and earned a B.F.A. in Dance. During her time there, she was part of the University Dancers, the UMass Dance Team, and the Funk Club, also choreographing for both the Student Dance Concert and the Alive With Dance Concert, showcasing her talents in various dance performances. Nicole continued her education by obtaining a Masters in Education from the University of Massachusetts in Lowell and has been a dedicated teacher in Tewksbury, MA for over ten years, where she serves as the choreographer for the Bulldogs on Broadway Drama Club. Since joining our staff in 2013, she has infused the classroom with incredible energy, style, and passion, inspiring students to deepen their knowledge of dance. Although Ms. Nicole is currently on a leave of absence, she will be visiting Bravo! throughout the season as a substitute faculty member and remains a beloved part of our backstage Recital crew.