Marlowe Inglis Owner & Director
Marlowe began dancing at the age of 3 and continued her dance training studying all styles at All American Dance Factory until graduation from High School. Marlowe danced with the Tampa Bay Repertory Ballet under the direction of Andre Ustinov and Elena Martinesen. As a dancer & teacher, she has won many competitions on Regional and Nationals level and she has been recognized for her award winning choreography. Her students have gone on to be successful working professionals in New York in the Radio City Christmas Spectacular and NY Knicks City Dancers; in Ballet companies-Complexions; companies abroad-Rock the Ballet; off-Broadway shows and on several different cruise lines. She has studied under many renowned and notable master teachers and brings to her classes an intense, diverse strong technical style making her a versatile teacher. Marlowe was the National Director for Masquerade Dance Competition for 6 years where she also co-choreographed the opening number and taught master classes at nationals as well. She received her Bachelor's degree in Marketing from the University of South Florida. She has been a part of AADF since it's inception in 1996 and has been a student, teacher, choreographer, parent of a dancer, office manager, competition team director and has been the director of the studio for the past several years. She is excited to take this next step in her dance journey as Studio Owner!
Marlowe began dancing at the age of 3 and continued her dance training studying all styles at All American Dance Factory until graduation from High School. Marlowe danced with the Tampa Bay Repertory Ballet under the direction of Andre Ustinov and Elena Martinesen. As a dancer & teacher, she has won many competitions on Regional and Nationals level and she has been recognized for her award winning choreography. Her students have gone on to be successful working professionals in New York in the Radio City Christmas Spectacular and NY Knicks City Dancers; in Ballet companies-Complexions; companies abroad-Rock the Ballet; off-Broadway shows and on several different cruise lines. She has studied under many renowned and notable master teachers and brings to her classes an intense, diverse strong technical style making her a versatile teacher. Marlowe was the National Director for Masquerade Dance Competition for 6 years where she also co-choreographed the opening number and taught master classes at nationals as well. She received her Bachelor's degree in Marketing from the University of South Florida. She has been a part of AADF since it's inception in 1996 and has been a student, teacher, choreographer, parent of a dancer, office manager, competition team director and has been the director of the studio for the past several years. She is excited to take this next step in her dance journey as Studio Owner!
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Ashlyn Bolton
Ashlyn has been trained in all genres of dance and theater but her true love is Tap. She has performed in and choreographed for music videos, concerts, and benefits. Her Tap Company, Rhythm and Sole Tap Ensemble, has numerous performances each season and has performed at Walt Disney World, The Big Apple Tap Festival at Alvin Ailey Theater, Tap City in NYC, Opening for Friends of Music concerts at Ruth Eckerd Hall and has opened for Chris Daughtry and Counting Crows Band. Ashlyn is also the Festival Director of Tampa Bay Tap Festival which this year featured tap dance extraordinaires Derick Grant and Aaron Tolson. Besides her love and expertise in the genre of Tap, Ashlyn has also trained in Classical Ballet with Next Generation Ballet and several other intensives and programs including the Rockettes Summer Intensive in New York City. She also was a theater apprentice at the Patel Conservatory Triple Threat program. Ashlyn has been teaching tap, ballet, jazz and musical theater classes at the Patel Conservatory for several years. |
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Jane Russell Geddings Tiny Dance Director
Jane Russell Geddings, a native of Charlotte, NC, is a movement specialist trained in multiple dance disciplines, hatha yoga, and musical theatre. “Miss Jane” has been a fixture in the Tampa dance and theatre community for decades. Her association with Dance Tree International from 1986-2001 set the standard for movement and dance education not only in the studio, but in establishing outreach programs in private and day schools. When Dance Tree left Florida in 2001, Ms. Geddings founded Miss Jane’s Class Inc, which provided dance and gymnastics in private and day schools; and joined the faculty of All American Dance Factory, where she established the dance program for pre-schoolers and was Pre-school Director. In 2013, she was invited to join the faculty of Patel Conservatory at the Straz Center, teaching in the dance and theatre departments. Her work in their Outreach program included directing the dance program for Metropolitan Ministries. She also served as an adjudicator for Broadway Stars of the Future, a Straz Center initiative. In 2017, she joined Live Oak Theatre in Brooksville, FL, as Resident Choreographer, and was named the Dance Director of Live Oak Conservatory in 2018, serving in both capacities through May, 2021. “Miss Jane” helped to launch the ART MARK program for the Hernando County Fine Arts Council Summer Outreach in July, 2021, as the dance instructor, now in it’s third year; and presently serves as coordinator for the Children’s Experience Stage entertainment for the Arts Council’s annual Art in the Park event. She is on the dance faculty at Stir Up the Gift, a Talent agency in Hernando County; and also teaches dance for Above Reproach Academy in Brooksville, FL. During her 40 year career, Ms. Geddings has had the opportunity to choreograph over 60 musicals in theaters across the West Coast of Florida; write and produce original works; travel nationally as teacher and artist; and work with students, colleagues, and peers, from age 2 to 92. Known as a “teacher’s teacher”, she continues to mentor young artists in technique, choreography, performance, and teaching skills. Her passion for movement extends to teaching senior citizens, dancers with different abilities, and autistic students. “We GET to do this!” |
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Kristine Holden
Kristine grew up at AADF dancing and competing in all genres of dance for 10 years. While pursuing her degree in Public Management at Florida Atlantic University, Kristine taught acrobatics for AADF Alum Lindsey Koch Smith’s studio for 3 years. Kristine works for the American Gastroenterological Association during the day but her favorite job is teaching the kids. Kristine's choreography received many awards at competitions this past season. She married her husband Josh in 2022 and when she's not working or teaching dance, she enjoys hanging out with her dogs Remington and Jameson. Kristine is so excited to work with the AADF kids this dance season! |
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Terri Howell
Terri grew up in the Carrollwood area attending Carrollwood Elementary, Adams Jr High and graduating from Chamberlain High School. She studied dance and worked as an assistant teacher at local dance studios including Rosemary's School of Dance, her mother's studio. She received her acrobatic training from Anna Marie Sagi, an Olympic Bronze Medalist and Circus Acrobat. She continued her ballet studies at the University of South Florida and took Master classes with such notables as Luigi, Charles Kelly, Bob Audi, Joe Tremaine, Robert Joffery and Melissa Hayden. Miss Terri has over 30 years of professional experience as a dance instructor and over 20 years experience as a dance studio owner. She has choreographed many award winning competition routines at the regional and national level. Many of Miss Terri's students have become professional dancers, dance instructors, physical therapist and NFL Cheerleaders as well as dance studio owners. She travels to New York and attends Dance Conventions several times each year to stay current with her dance training. Terri traveled as an adjudicator for regional and national dance competitions and served on the advisory board in 2008-2009 for the Federation of Dance Competitions. |
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Hannah Keding
Hannah grew up dancing at AADF/AACBS before truly finding her passion in teaching. She trained in all areas of dance and was a member of the AADF Competition Team competing in Regional and National dance competitions winning numerous awards along the way. She has trained under many notable master teachers including Andy Pellick and Suzi Taylor. She spent several years as an assistant and teacher in training working closely with our Tiny Dance Director, Jane Geddings, and owner, Marlowe Inglis. She is very excited to be teaching at her home studio and sharing her love for dance with her students. |
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Roxana Sanchez
While born in Puerto Rico, Roxana has lived in and served the children of Tampa Bay for over 40 years. She attended Villa Madonna and Tampa Catholic, and went on to earn degrees in Psychology and Communications from the University of Florida, a Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction and Ed.S. in School Psychology from the University of South Florida, and another Master’s in Educational Leadership from the American College of Education. She worked as a School Psychologist in Pasco County for 18 years and is currently the Dean of Students/Psychologist at her alma mater, Villa Madonna School, where she has been for 3 years. Roxana grew up training in all styles at Jackie’s Dance studio, under the tutelage of Ms. Jackie Loto. She was fortunate enough to not only train in Luigi style jazz, but also take classes directly from Luigi himself. In college, she was a member of the Gainesville Growlers dance/cheer team. She choreographed their jazz and hip-hop routines, field routines, and also choreographed for Miami Elite. Upon moving back to Tampa, she became a teacher at Jackie’s Dance studio, where she taught hip-hop, cheer, acrobatics, co-directed the competition team, and choreographed for parades and other events. She was a judge for a competition, On Tour America, and has judged at several dance/cheer events throughout Tampa. Roxana went on to co-own a studio, Xtreme Dance Company of Tampa. For 9 years, she not only taught (hip-hop, jazz, lyrical, musical theatre, acrobatics, and technique) to all ages, but also directed their successful competition team, and oversaw the creative portion of studio life. She stays current by not only teaching and choreographing, but also continuing her role as a student, herself. Currently, she has been guest-teaching at local studios, assists with local dance team tryouts, choreographs competitive routines, solos, duets, and trios, and dances for special events. When not working or dancing, Roxana enjoys the beach and spending time with her daughter Mia and husband EJ. |
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Cloe Thelemann
Cloe Thelemann was born and raised in Minneapolis, Minnesota where she developed her passion for dance at the age of three. She has spent many years extensively training in various styles under the direction of Cassie Norgren and Callie Solis. She is well versed in Jazz, Lyrical, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Jazz Funk, Ballet and Tap, and has learned from notable instructors and choreographers such as Brian Friedman, Mia Michaels, Laurieann Gibson, Chris Judd and more. Cloe has choreographed numerous competition pieces, and has received several choreography awards, national top scores and title winners at various competitions and conventions. Cloe has certifications from Youth Protection Association for Dance (YPAD), Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT), and McGovern Method Technique. She has extensive knowledge and experience as a certified personal trainer, and has curated strength and conditioning programs for dancers of various ages and abilities. With 16 years of teaching and choreographing experience, Cloe has always strived to instill confidence, self-motivation, authenticity, individuality and good sportsmanship in her students! |
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Mallory Swanick
Mallory is originally from Florida, where she received the basis of her dance training at All American Dance Factory & Classical Ballet School. Upon graduating with her Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences, Mallory moved to San Francisco, California where she spent two years pursuing contemporary ballet as a trainee with Alonzo King LINES Ballet. Mallory has spent summers dancing with Complexions Contemporary Ballet in addition to LINES Ballet. She has had the privilege of learning from artists such as LeeWei Chao, Arturo Fernandez, Shirin Keyani-Rose, Alonzo King, Jon Ole Olstad and has performed works by Sidra Bell, David Harvey, Maurya Kerr, Carmen Rozestraten, amongst others. Mallory returned to the Tampa Bay Area and earned her Master of Science in Entrepreneurship, became certified in Progressing Ballet Technique, and has continued to teach and choreograph for competitive studios throughout the years. She currently tours with Groove Dance Competition where she works as a judge and convention teacher, and has also been the choreographer for Groove’s opening number at their national events. Mallory involves herself in the dance community to push herself and others to delve deeper into unknown territory, with the intention of paying inspiration forward. |
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Susan Obregon-Administrative Director |
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Dominique Toresco
Dominique grew up in Boyton Beach, Florida, dancing at a local studio and attending two performing arts schools. She attended Bak Middle School of the Arts, and continued her education at Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts, majoring in dance. Here is where she was casted to work with choreographers such as Peter Stark, Laurie Jones, Elyse Borne of the Balanchine Trust, Solomon Dumas and Troy Powell from Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre. She is classically trained following the American Ballet Theatre curriculum, and has concentration in modern techniques such as Horton, Graham, and Limon. She is trained in various styles of dance such as tap, where she was casted in two works by John Manzari, of the Manzari Brothers. She then continued her training at the University of South Florida working with Stephanie Martinez, Bliss Kohlmeyer, Michael Foley, Jeanne Travers, and Paula Nunez. She was a part of the Dance Education Organization Board, where she held the position of Community Outreach/Social Media Chair. She graduated in May 2024, joining Tampa City Ballet for their 2024 season. In addition to her dance training, she teaches Barre and Pilates classes. |
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Ava Woolverton
Ava is originally from Colorado but made the move to Florida at the age of 16. Her passion for dance began at 3 years old and she started competing a couple of years later. Over the years, she's been fortunate to train under some incredilble mentors including Heather Webb Jasso and Rachel Bloch at Summit Dance Academy, which laid the foundation for her journey in dance. She currently trains and continues to refine her skills at AADF/AACBS, where she is surrounded by an amazing group of faculty who inspire her every day. Ava has had the opportunity to take classes from many notable teachers such as Blake McGrath, Andy Pellick, Suzi Taylor, and Angelica Stiskin to name a few. Each experience has shaped her artistry and fueled her dedication to this craft. As she continues her journey in dance, she is not only excited to keep growing as a performer but also to share her knowledge with the next generation of dancers. Teaching and inspiring kids on their own dance journey has become one of her greatest joys! |
Andy Pellick Guest Choreographer
Guest Teacher Andy originally hails from Pittsburgh, PA, but New York City has been his home for quite some time. Andy danced in the original Broadway casts of "Wicked”, "Tarzan”, "La Cage aux Folles” (first revival), and "Dance of the Vampires”. He's also performed Off-Broadway in "De La Guarda” & "Fuerzabruta". He was featured in the films "The Polar Express" and "Show Business”. He has appeared on “The David Letterman Show”, the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, the “VH1 Vogue Fashion Award”, “Broadway: The Golden Age”, and”The Tony Awards”. Before moving to New York, Andy's first job was to be the understudy for Tommy Tune in “EFX” at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, where he was also a featured dancer. When not performing, Andy fills his time teaching and choreographing across the country and is on faculty at New York City Dance Alliance. He feels blessed to work with the upcoming generation of dancers, and loves being a part of such an incredible community.
Guest Teacher Andy originally hails from Pittsburgh, PA, but New York City has been his home for quite some time. Andy danced in the original Broadway casts of "Wicked”, "Tarzan”, "La Cage aux Folles” (first revival), and "Dance of the Vampires”. He's also performed Off-Broadway in "De La Guarda” & "Fuerzabruta". He was featured in the films "The Polar Express" and "Show Business”. He has appeared on “The David Letterman Show”, the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, the “VH1 Vogue Fashion Award”, “Broadway: The Golden Age”, and”The Tony Awards”. Before moving to New York, Andy's first job was to be the understudy for Tommy Tune in “EFX” at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, where he was also a featured dancer. When not performing, Andy fills his time teaching and choreographing across the country and is on faculty at New York City Dance Alliance. He feels blessed to work with the upcoming generation of dancers, and loves being a part of such an incredible community.