Joyce earned her B.A. in dance from SUNY at Buffalo. She also holds an M.A. in dance education from the Ohio State University. She was a recipient of a Creative and Performing Arts Scholarship while at SUNY, and is a former member of the Zodiaque Dance Company. In addition to teaching courses at both the Elementary and Secondary school levels, Ms. Lichtenberger has taught dance at Erie Community College, the Ohio State University and SUNY at Buffalo, where she recently retired after 30+ years on faculty in the Department of Theatre and Dance.   While at the University of Buffalo, Joyce served as both Director and Associate Director of the Zodiaque Studio Dance Ensemble for over 10 years.  She also served as Director of Emerging Choreographer’s Showcase and is a recipient of a Distinguished Alumni Award.  Joyce has been actively teaching dance and choreographing for over 40 years. Dancentral is the product of her expertise.

Gabby is currently attending the University at Buffalo pursuing a degree in criminology.  She has danced with Dancentral for 10 wonderful years and was able to spend 8 of those years dancing at a competitive level.  In preparation for teaching, Gabby additionally worked closely with her teachers as a class assistant.  She is now able to continue her love for dance through teaching!

Karen holds a B.A. in dance from the State University of New york at Buffalo and is also a graduate of Dance Masters of America (DMA) Teacher’s Training School. Karen has been certified to teach dance by DMA and has choreographed for the Zodiaque Studio Dance Ensemble at SUNY at Buffalo.

Jennifer received an M.S. in Elementary Education and a B.S. in Special Education from the State College at Buffalo. She has been teaching dance for over 25 years and has been an adjunct faculty member at SUNY at Buffalo.

Sophia began her dance career at Dancentral in 2016 where she developed a love for all styles of dance. She danced competitively with DCS and has received numerous awards for her performances. She is currently pursuing a BFA in dance from SUNY at Buffalo where she is a member of the Zodiaque Dance Company. Sophia aims to create a fun and safe learning space for students to grow their passion and technical abilities. 

Juliana is currently pursuing a BFA degree in Dance and a BA in Communications at the University at Buffalo where she is a member of the Zodiaque Dance Company.  While at UB, Juliana has presented choreography for Choreolab and Dancers Workshop.  Her newest work will be presented in the fall for Emerging Choreographers Showcase.  Juliana strives to teach with passion and precision, inspiring students to excel and express themselves through movement.

A graduate of Erie Community College was a competitive gymnast for 12 years. She is currently on faculty with the Stumpf’s Gymnastic Center and has been teaching acrobatics/gymnastics at various WNY locations over the past 13 years.

Annie is a Physician Assistant who specializes in pediatric, adolescent and psychiatric medicine at Orchard Park Pediatrics and Young Adult Medicine.  She received her degrees from D’Youville and Canisius University and continues to work academically teaching and training PA students.  She has been teaching dance for over 25 years and is happy to share her love of dancing, singing and acting with all of the students she encounters.

Jodi graduated from the State University of New York at Buffalo with a B.A. in dance. While at SUNY she was a member of the Zodiaque Dance Company. She returned to Buffalo after a three year tour with Sesame Street Live. Since her return she has taught at numerous dance studios as well as the University of Buffalo. She has choreographed for the Zodiaque Studio Dance Ensemble at SUNY and continues to teach and choreograph locally.

Leah is from Erie, Pennsylvania and is currently pursuing a BA in Dance at the State University of New York at Buffalo. She has been studying dance since the age of 4 and has been teaching for the past 6 years. While in Erie, she was the co-captain and co-creator of a local dance team.  While she loves all styles of dance, her favorite dance style is Hip Hop!  Leah continues to perform and has been seen in shows in Erie, PA, at UB and musicals at the Lockport Palace Theatre.  Leah aims to provide a fun and safe learning environment for her students to learn and truly enjoy dance!

Jenna is attending the University at Buffalo pursuing degrees in Nursing and Dance. She has been dancing for 12 years and has been dancing competitively with Dancentral for 9 of those years. She was also an admired class assistant for 4 years. Jenna also enjoys singing and acting. She has performed lead roles in middle school and high school musicals and credits her dance training for a part of that success. 

Danielle is currently pursuing a degree in biomedical engineering at the State University of New York at Buffalo. Danielle is no stranger to Dancentral having studied here for 14 years! Danielle spent 5 of those years dancing competitively. She also worked closely with her teachers as a valued class assistant for 4 years. Danielle now continues her to express her love for dance with her students as both a teacher and choreographer.