In Step with Dance Lab New York

Founder and Artistic Director of The Black Iris Project, Jeremy McQueen is an award-winning emerging choreographer. A 2013 recipient of the Joffrey Ballet of Chicago’s Choreographers of Color Award and two-time finalist of the Capezio Award for Choreographic Excellence, McQueen’s works have appeared at festivals and theaters across the country. Although Jeremy's passion for traditional musical theatre began early in his life, he has found a new strength and conviction in using his art form to tell personal stories and to be a beacon for young people who's experience mirrors his own.

A graduate of The Juilliard School, Lorin Latarro has appeared as a performer in 14 Broadway shows including Swing, Fosse and Movin Out. Now she's the one making up the steps - and with the hit Broadway musical Waitress under her belt, it seems she's doing something right. But Lorin has a vision to reach beyond the stage, as she uses her art to create real change in the world at large.

A graduate of The Juilliard School, Lorin Latarro has appeared as a performer in 14 Broadway shows including Swing, Fosse and Movin Out. Now she's the one making up the steps - and with the hit Broadway musical Waitress under her belt, it seems she's doing something right. But Lorin has a vision to reach beyond the stage, as she uses her art to create real change in the world at large.

A New York City based director, choreographer, and educator, Al Blackstone is the recipient of the 2011 Capezio A.C.E. Award for Choreographic Excellence. His work has been called “sweet, silly, sly... infectious.” by Dance Magazine, and while he has worked mostly in musical theatre, Al's passion for contemporary and jazz dance have enriched his unique approach to storytelling.

A New York City based director, choreographer, and educator, Al Blackstone is the recipient of the 2011 Capezio A.C.E. Award for Choreographic Excellence. His work has been called “sweet, silly, sly... infectious.” by Dance Magazine, and while he has worked mostly in musical theatre, Al's passion for contemporary and jazz dance have enriched his unique approach to storytelling.

JoAnn M. Hunter began her career as a successful Broadway dancer with over 12 Broadway shows to her credit. She has had the privilege of working with some of the most creative directors and choreographers in the industry. I spoke with JoAnn about her early memories of dancing for legends like Jerome Robbins, the process of building a show from start to finish, and the importance of a maintaining an open, collaborative rehearsal environment.

JoAnn M. Hunter began her career as a successful Broadway dancer with over 12 Broadway shows to her credit. She has had the privilege of working with some of the most creative directors and choreographers in the industry. I spoke with JoAnn about her early memories of dancing for legends like Jerome Robbins, the process of building a show from start to finish, and the importance of a maintaining an open, collaborative rehearsal environment.

Born in Switzerland, Karen Sieber's career has crossed continents and genres, as she has worked successfully in theatre, television and film. Here she discusses the role of being an associate, how she navigates her creative process, and role she believes women can play in shaping today's art.

Born in Switzerland, Karen Sieber's career has crossed continents and genres, as she has worked successfully in theatre, television and film. Here she discusses the role of being an associate, how she navigates her creative process, and role she believes women can play in shaping today's art.

Ron Todorowski's career has taken him through the world's of concert dance and musical theatre, where he has performed in eight Broadway shows including the current revival of CATS. Having danced for and assisted legends like Mia Michaels and Twyla Tharp, Ron brings a unique viewpoint to his life and work.