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Nikki Smith

Nikki began dancing 22 years ago at The Dance Co. The foundation she received at The Dance Co. led her to go on and train with such masters as Gregg Russell, Dee Caspary, Mandy Moore, Andre Fuentes, Brian Friedman and Misha Garbial, as well as many others. To expand her horizons, she also has studied acting and scene study under the direction of Carolyne Barry, Joshua Biton and Amy Van Horne. She has many TV, film and video credits to her name, including Buffy the Vampire Slayer, HBO’s Six Feet Under, Lizzy McGuire, Scrubs, Just Jordan, Zombie Prom 2006, and various music videos. Her stage credits include dancing for the opening acts for Britney Spears and a national and world tour with Aaron Carter. Nikki also has received many awards for her choreography. In addition to her many works here at the Dance Co., Nikki has also served as the assistant choreographer (and dancer, as well) for the National Breast Cancer Benefit in Los Angeles and she has choreographed numerous shows in and around the Los Angeles area.