FALL 2024 STUDENT SHOWCASE

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SET 1

RACHEL HJERPE @rachhaerial
Rachel is an aerial instructor at Body & Pole. She could not be prouder to share the stage with the incredible BP community of aerialists and pole dancers.

NICK SAINT X @NickSaintX
Nick Saint X is excited to present his latest piece, ‘Monument’, an expression of strength and musicality. In this performance, he focuses on movement and rhythm.
Coach: Alex The Pole Twink

AMANDA LASHENIC @alashenick
Inspired by a phoenix rising from the ashes, Amanda is excited to bring a fierce energy to the stage for her first pole performance.
Coach: Rommel

MELI DOLL @girl_unknownforever
Long time student whose whole personality is aerial, trying her hand at performing.
Coach: Rachel

MARGARET
My piece blends my style of contemporary and pole dance. The choreography aims to mirror the song’s theme portraying the ebb and flow of healing after a breakup.
Coach: Gina

MARAJ
MARAIYA /muh·ray·uh/ noun: A lawyer, music-lover and pole enthusiast who is excited for her debut performance tonight! MARAJ /mi·rage/ cooler noun: Definition coming to a stage near you…”
Coach: Alex The Pole Twink

MICHELLE @michellealyssa__
Michelle attended her first aerial hammock class while she was living in Tampa, Florida. The studio she began practicing in was a garage. Little did she know her passion would take her to greater heights when she relocated to New York. Michelle found body and pole and is grateful to be a part of such a supportive and inspirational community.
Coach: Rachel

SARAH JANE LAWES @sarahjlawes
Sarah has been doing pole for a year and is excited for her first performance. During her showcase, you can expect it to be short and sweet just like her.
Coach: Alex The Pole Twink

MADDIE MURRAY @maddiemurrmaid
This is Maddie and all you need to know is she likes her beats fast and her bass down low.
Coach: Rommel

KYLA RANNEY @ky_ranney

PIXIE DUST @fahmiplays
“Not all those who wander are lost.” Some of us are perpetually late. And some of us are always rushing. Join me on a trip where the destination doesn’t matter.
Coach: Adam

NATSUMI @na_tsu_mi_leo
I’ve always dreamed of learning aerial hoop, and now I’m performing solo tonight in front of you! I’m nervous but thrilled to share my journey with everyone!
Coach: Kyla

YAKI @weiryaki
This is Yaki’s third showcase after ~3 years of pole dancing. I’d like to thank Karla, Schuyler, Dasha, Billie, Rommel, and other friends/instructors and especially Anon for all their support.
Coach: Rommel

HANNAH JANE MCMURRAY @hannahjanemcmurray
Hannah Jane is a TV, film, and theater actor with an aerial hoop hobby she never imagined would be on display. She’s also a devoted cat mom with a certification in shark biology and is excited to check her first aerial performance off her bucket list!
Coach: Adam

ANYA KULIKOV
Anya ventured into the aerial arts a little under a year ago. Growing up dancing, she loves it as a creative outlet and is so excited to share perform tonight!
Coach: Adam

NOOSHI
This is my first time performing on pole and I am very excited to share this experience with all of you!
Coach: Gina

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Coach: Gina

JACKIE SCOTT @jackiescottmusic
Jackie has been practicing aerial hoop for 2.5 years. Her background as an entertainer includes one year of high school cheerleading 25 years ago. This football season she picks up her pom poms once again.
Coach: Adam

AVA ANDROMEDA & LYSANDER @aerialviv @aerial_fae_isles
‘Estranged siblings from Shanghai, Ava and Lysander reconnected over aerial lyra in New York. It’s their first performance together so give them your warmest welcome.’
Coach: Kyla

ROMMEL PIERRE O’CHOA @ochoamel
Is a proud Pole Daddy and loved coaching his showcase students. He enjoys baking bread, eating ice cream, and hoarding plants.

SET 2

ADAM TABELLIJA @adam.tabellija

LING GAO @Mochioniceplz
She is a Foodie, data scientist, most introverted extrovert. She has a mini Australian shepherd who can also pole dance. 
Coach: Rommel

DAN DELMONACO @delmonster_mash
When not cosplaying as Pink on lyra, silks, or pole, Dan is a librarian, yoga instructor, and feline stepparent.
Coach: Adam

MELLISA MAE KORS @melissamaekorscrawford
Grown in Louisiana and planted in NYC, Mae is a professional artist creating custom paintings. She started taking hoop classes 1 1/2 years ago for exercise and as a creative outlet.
Coach: Kyla

CICI ROMAN
Cici Roman is a professional dancer who discovered her new passion for pole dance last November. Tonight, she eagerly anticipates her pole debut, demonstrating her work this past year. Today she will be performing a piece called “Lucidly”, about letting go of inhibitions and surrendering to fate in order to find relief and inner peace. 
Coach: Rommel

BABY SARAH @babysarahrulz
Sarah is a Product Designer, cat rescue volunteer, and dessert entrepreneur. When she isn’t stuffing her face with croissants, she’s stuffing a pole between her legs. One clack at a time, she is determined to master the art of the “pleaser” (in more ways than one 😉.)
Coach: Alex The Pole Twink

GEORGIA VIOLET GRANT @georgiaviolett 
Originally from Long Island, Georgia is a spray painter and aerialist residing in NYC. Tonight, Georgia took a chance on her lyra, and herself, and had the time of her life.
Coach: Kyla

MIA KATHRYN WENGER @miaakathryn
Mia is a dancer, Pilates instructor, and overall movement enthusiast. Mia started her pole journey in 2021 after being inspired by a friend. Tonight is her first pole performance. 
Coach: Alex The Pole Twink

CAYTHA JENTIS @diary_of_an_old_aerialist
Can you teach an old dog new tricks? You be the judge. Caytha can’t even follow dance moves as basic as Cupid Shuffle. At 62, she’s making her aerial debut.
Coach: Adam

ANNA CAMERON @annacatcameron
This is Anna’s 4th time doing the student showcase but this time she got a little bit injured halfway through preparing so this is in many ways a Cinderella story.
Coach: Kyla

ALEX THE POLE TWINK @alexthepoletwink

ABBY DARLING @Adoherty_
Abby Darling proudly presents “Cherry,” a heartfelt and sensual tribute to her friends and boyfriend, who have enthusiastically supported her as she slays the house down, boots and all.
Coach: Gina

RACHAEL GASS @rachaelmaegan24
Rachael started aerial classes at Body & Pole in 2019. After a break, she returned to aerial in November 2023. This is her first showcase. Rachael works in wardrobe on Broadway.
Coach: Rachel

MARGARET ROSE TAORMINA @maggierosetao
Making her aerial debut, this Brooklyn native found a new movement haven in hammock after an injury. She couldn’t keep dancing, so she decided to learn to fly.
Coach: Rachel

CARA SHOUSTERMAN @petit_shoushou
Cara is a mom to two young and fabulous self-taught pole kids. She would like to thank all the strippers who have inspired her in performance and life.
Coach: Gina

YOUJIN KOO @youjiniee
Youjin is delighted to perform for the first time after years of loving to do pole and aerial. This piece is about Miss Havisham who was abandoned at the altar.
Coach: Rachel

LISA C @dancingcatlady
For everyone who was willing to wait for “if” I got better.
Coach: Gina

GINAL ALM @OMGinaaaaa
Gina is a multi-disciplinary artist, teacher & performer based in NYC. She is so excited for everyone tonight and feels lucky to be here!