Alicia began dancing at the age of 2 at The Dancer’s Studio in North Haven, CT. Her early training comes from Sharon DiCrosta, and she now continues her studies in NYC with teachers such as Andrew J. Nemr and Derek Grant. Cited for her talents at the age of 9 by Gregory Hines, his words of praise and encouragement continue to motivate Alicia even today. A former Petite Miss Dance of America, she has been recognized for her performances, as well as her choreography on the national and international levels. As a member of the World Tap Dance Champion Team in 96 and 97, she placed 3rd highest among female soloists and captured the bronze medal in the couples division with her partner Stacy Eastman.
Alicia, along with an amazing cast, performed ‘Tap into Peace’ created by Sarah Savelli and Ayodele Casel and she was also a member of Cats Paying Dues, a tap dance company under the direction of Andrew J. Nemr. Her choreography was featured in NYC's 2010 Dumbo Dance Festival and most recently, she directed and choreographed the 1st annual production of 'TAPOGRAPHY.....A Tap Dancer's Journey, One Step At A Time.' In addition to performing, Alicia is currently on the faculty for American Dance Awards & Generation IV Dance and she continues to travel throughout the country as a master teacher and choreographer.
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