Staff

Marissa Peterson graduated from Western Michigan University in April 2018 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Dance and a certificate in Dance Studio Management. During her time at WMU, she had the opportunity to perform Paul Taylor's work, Esplanade. She also performed in faculty pieces choreographed by David Curwen, Jeremy Blair, and Monique Haley, along with many student choreographed pieces. Marissa has had many of her works showcased in performances at WMU such as Orchesis, the Martha Hearron memorial, and Graduating Presentations. She has also had her work presented at the American College Dance Association. 

Marissa attended many intensives throughout high school and college, one of which offered the opportunity to perform in two music videos. Marissa loves that she is back where she danced in high school, at WMDC! She loves teaching and choreographing, and is so excited for the future of West Michigan Dance Center!

Sydney Osinski, born and raised in Kalamazoo, began dancing at the age of 2. Her passion for dance grew very quickly, leading her to join the competitive team. The dance studio was Sydney’s second home. She spent countless hours after school undergoing intensive training in all dance styles. Competing in both regional and national competitions across the country, Sydney won scholarships to train and perform with top choreographers in the industry in states including New York and California. She had the honor to attend company classes at Broadway Dance Center in New York to learn from choreographers including Al Blackstone, Martha Nichols and Ashlé Dawson. She also attended dance intensives in California where she performed pieces by Lex Ishimoto and Andrew Winghart. Sydney will be attending the Lee Honors College at Western Michigan University in the fall to pursue a degree in Business. She is excited to join the West Michigan Dance family to share her passion for dance with others.

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