THE NEXT STEP

Dancer / Choreographer / YouTube Star: From becoming a 2 time winner of MTV’s “America’s Best Dance Crew”, to a Champion on NBC’s “World of Dance” Season 2, this Emmy Award winning Choreographer and past Judge from Fox’s “So You Think You Can Dance”, still manage to build 5 Million followers across his social networks.

From Mainstream Media to Social Media, when it comes to creating, Dominic “D-trix” Sandoval will never stop pushing the boundaries on what a street dancer from Sacramento, California can become.

Kenya is a professional dancer and actress based in Los Angeles, California. Her dynamic career has included performing alongside major artists such as Nicki Minaj, Yung Bleu and many more as well as taking the stage in high-profile shows like live Vegas performances with pop artist Conrad Sewell.

Kenya has also shared her expertise on the road, touring and teaching for dance conventions and workshops and assisting some of the industrys top choreographers.

In the world of acting, Kenya has been featured on ABC's hit series Modern Family and appeared on AwesomenessTV's Foursome. She also worked alongside Gabrielle Union and Jessica Alba in FOX's acclaimed series LA's Finest.

With a wealth of industry experience, Kenya is passionate about inspiring the next generation of dancers. She is committed to helping young artists unlock their full potential and pursue greatness in every step of their journey.

Joey Pizzi is an award-winning choreographer with a celebrated career across Broadway, film, and television.

He’s choreographed for major films like Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Mary Poppins Returns, Burlesque, and Lucky Stiff. As associate choreographer, he’s contributed to iconic movie musicals including Chicago, Rock of Ages, Dreamgirls, Hairspray, Into the Woods, and Nine.

Joey began his Broadway journey as a teenager in CATS and went on to perform in over 12 Broadway shows before transitioning to associate choreographer and choreographer roles across Broadway, Off-Broadway, the West End, and major regional theaters.

TV credits include Dancing with the Stars, The Tony Awards, The Academy Awards, PBS Great Performances, and Gossip Girl. He also choreographed the legendary Rockettes on ABC’s Broadway Under the Stars.

A master educator and movement coach, Joey has trained and directed performances for artists like Beyoncé, Cher, Christina Aguilera, Jennifer Hudson, Kristen Bell, Halle Bailey, Melissa McCarthy, Hugh Jackman, Nicole Kidman, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Renee Zellweger, John Travolta, Queen Latifah, Zac Efron, and many more.

His recent collaborations include movement direction for Annie Leibovitz shoots and coaching performers from Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.

A dancer, choreographer, mentor, and educator- Jaimie’s career blends technical brilliance with emotional depth. Best known for her standout performances on So You Think You Can Dance, Jaimie first captivated audiences as a Top 10 finalist on Season 3 and later returned as an All-Star in multiple seasons, where her artistry and power made a lasting impact.

Her career has taken her from television sets to world tours, award shows, and music videos. Including credits like Glee, Mad Men, Dancing With The Stars, Ellen,, Rock of Ages The Movie and High School Musical 3. She’s had the honor of dancing at the Emmy Awards, Academy Awards, Billboard Music Awards, and American Music Awards. As well as performing alongside some of the music industry’s biggest names—including Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, Jennifer Lopez, Miley Cyrus, Kylie Minogue, Ariana Grande, John Legend, and Carrie Underwood. On stage, she’s toured nationally and internationally as a lead dancer with Shaping Sound, Bad Boys of Dance and SYTYCD LIVE.

In addition to performing, Jaimie’s choreography credits include, The Shaping Sound, Kylie Minogue, and Miley Cyrus world tours as well as ABC’s The Little Mermaid Live.

…But her legacy extends beyond the stage as she shares her knowledge and experience through teaching, choreographing, and mentoring dancers around the world.

After recovering from several severe injuries, Jaimie became a passionate advocate for injury prevention, recovery, and dancer wellness- which led to co-founding Relative Motion, a cutting-edge dance training and wellness program that features a line of innovative, color-block anatomy apparel that outlines the major muscle groups-blending thoughtful design with performance needs.

You can find her on tour teaching at Titans of Dance, Savage IDX, and The Next Step, as well as directing Showbiz National Talent and TNS events nationwide.

Eric – A Beloved Fixture in the Showbiz Talent Community: With over 30 years of experience in the dance competition industry, Eric has become a cornerstone of the Showbiz National Talent family. His extensive involvement and deep-rooted passion have earned him a reputation as one of the most respected and recognizable figures in the circuit.

Eric is known not only for his industry expertise but also for the warmth and humor he brings backstage. His positive energy creates a welcoming environment for dancers, teachers, and parents alike, making him a favorite across generations of dancers.

Eric’s legacy continues to inspire and uplift the community he has helped shape for decades.