Owner & Creative Director
ALLISON GLADNEY
OWNER / ARTISTIC DIRECTOR / CHOREOGRAPHER
Allison Gladney began dancing at the age of three. Having grown up with parents in the music industry‚ she quickly found her passion for dance and the performing arts.
Technical Director & Instructor
RICHARD ELSZY
BALLET / JAZZ / LYRICAL / CONTEMPORARY / TECHNIQUE
Richard Elszy is dedicated to training the next generation of dancers through his technical expertise and inspiring them with inventive and picturesque choreography.
Instructors
ELYSSA BROWN
TINY TOTS / ACRO / JAZZ / TURNS / JUMPS
Elyssa Brown began competitively dancing at the age of 5 years old. At age 12, Elyssa joined the Adage Dance Center company, where she trained under the direction, of Allison Gladney and Richard Elszy.
EDDIE GARCIA
COMMERCIAL JAZZ / JAZZ FUNK
Eddie Garcia’s groundbreaking music video, television, live appearances, and tour credits include Janet Jackson, principal performer for three world tours with Michael Jackson, as well as appearances with Jennifer Lopez, Sheryl Crow, and Paula Abdul, among many others
LEXI SALAZAR
TAP
Lexi Salazar has enjoyed being part of the dance world since the age of 3 years old. She found a passion working with kids at the age of 14 when she got the opportunity to assist and sub dance classes at Studio Elite
Brandon Porter
Acro
Brandon Porter is a gymnast turned performer with over 10 years of coaching experience who has performed as a Marvel stunt artist on Disney Cruise Line and at major theme parks including Walt Disney World and Universal Studios. He continues to expand his stunt work training with aspirations in the Hollywood entertainment industry.
Wynesha Groce
Speciality
Wynesha Garner-Groce is a distinguished alumna of Cal State University of San Bernardino, where she pursued a double major in Business Administration with a focus on marketing and Kinesiology with an emphasis on pedagogy.
Monique “Mo” Crooks
TAP
Miss Mo’s dance journey commenced at the age of 12, igniting a lifelong passion for the art form. Her formative years were shaped by dedicated training under the mentorship of Richard and Allison, who nurtured her talents and laid the foundation for her dance career.
Marco Mejia
Marco Mejia is a multifaceted artist who utilizes the power of dance to inspire, educate, and empower individuals of all ages and backgrounds. With a remarkable journey that began in his hometown of Los Angeles, Marco has emerged as a prominent figure in the world of dance, leaving an indelible mark through his talent, dedication, and artistic vision.
Grace Farrell
Ballet & Contemporary
Grace Farrell is a Northern California native who began teaching ballet, jazz, and contemporary at age 15 and later trained in The Space’s Launch program while signed with Go2 Talent Agency. She has performed in Las Vegas with Frankie Moreno, at Industry Dance Awards, and assisted renowned teachers while pursuing her professional dance career in LA.
Giselle Nevaeh Martene Edwards
Hip Hop
Dancer. Performer. Creator. Full-time student chasing big dreams on and off the stage
Studio Manager
Stacy Clement
Meet Stacy, an exceptional professional with over 30 years of distinguished business experience and a solid educational background. Armed with a college degree and a rich history in the corporate world, Stacy brings a wealth of knowledge and insights to her role at Adage.