Michelle is a New Jersey-based dancer and choreographer with an affinity for simple, soothing movement that brings joy to dancers and audience members alike. Michelle is a graduate of Rider University with a Bachelor of Arts in Dance and a minor in event planning. She currently collaborates with ReFrame Dance Theatre, performing and presenting choreography throughout the tri-state area. Her work has been featured in the Rochester Fringe Festival, International Human Rights Arts Festival, and at Dixon Place, Triskelion Arts, The Tank, and Arts on Site. Previously, Michelle has worked with choreographers Heather Favretto, Lisa Grimes, Marissa Aucoin, Loretta Fois, Dr. Kim Vaccaro and John Comix Barrella. Michelle is a fitness instructor at Pure Barre and has taught modern dance at West Jersey Youth Ballet. She is an avid nature enthusiast and you can often find her pulling inspiration from a simple walk in the woods. Michelle is eager to join the staff at Gateway and continue to help students develop their artistic voices through collaboration and individual exploration.