Elise Klinger, a graduate of the High School of Performing Arts in New York City, has received training from Joffrey Ballet, Luigi, Phil Black, Martha Graham School of Contemporary, and The Alvin Ailey School. She has performed at venues such as Jacob’s Pillow, New York City Center, and Snug Harbor Cultural Center. She has owned a lucrative dance school for thirty years and has been rewarded with the success of her students, some of which received scholarships to Julliard, Martha Graham, and Alvin Ailey. Elise Klinger has also held the top ten percent of students accepted to The High School of Performing Arts in New York City., She has choreographed numerous musicals as well; some of her favorites are Godspell, Evita, and Carousel. Several students have worked on Broadway as well as on Regional Tours. Her latest piece was seen at the Welmont Theatre in Montclair, New Jersey with the band Foreigner. Elise enjoys teaching a variety of students and style; she currently works with competitive gymnastic teams, aspiring actors, singers, and dancers. Elise is ecstatic to be part of such an esteemed community.