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David and Elyse Roxander … Originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, husband and wife, David and Elyse Roxander, have been teaching dance, directing and choreographing for over 20 years. They have trained and worked with children of all ages and abilities - from those seeking and attaining a professional career to those simply enjoying the process and the pride one feels from working on an art form and achieving their goals.

With a grand opening on September 9, 2009, this state of the art dance and movement arts academy is dedicated to the memory of Mr. Roxanders mother, Jody White. Before her passing a promise was made that she would never be forgotten and that all of the children who came through the doors of Studio Roxander would know her. A dance teacher herself of over 55 years, she was and, through the Roxanders, will continue to inspire and educate thousands of children. It is our greatest wish that our studio environment will aid in instilling in

Presila Quinby... trained at the Pennsylvania School of Ballet, with Maggie Black in New York City and graduated from the North Carolina School of the Arts. After completing his total theater training program, MUDRA (in Belgium), she joined Maurice Bejart's prestigious Ballet of the Twentieth Century. Now, after sixteen years in New York performing on Broadway and regionally Presila is thrilled to be located in the Rogue Valley where she continues to pursue excellence as a dancer, singer, and actress and teacher.

in our students a great respect and love for all art forms. With a strong background in classical ballet and performing arts, both David and Elyse bring a tangible joy and love for the theatre into the classroom.

For a complete bio of David Roxander click here.

For a complete bio of Elyse Roxander click here.

Katelyn Rodgers... began her dance training in earnest at age 9. She was invited to audition for All That Jazz's children's performance group, Kid's Company, when she was only 10. Through her preteen and teen years, as a part of Intermediate and Advanced Production, Katelyn has competed, performed and trained across the Western States, New York, Florida and Europe. She has trained in studio and at conventions with Brian Friedman, Tyce Diorio, Gregg Russell, Wes Veldink, and other professionals too numerous to list. Katelyn has a great contemporary style in both tap and hip hop, and is known for her upbeat personality in class and out.

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