About Expanding Artists
Dedicated to providing a transformative dance experience that goes beyond technical training, EA has created a safe and inclusive environment where dancers can unleash their creativity, embrace their individuality, and cultivate a strong sense of community. We strive to nurture individuals who not only excel on stage but also become the best versions of themselves in all aspects of their lives.
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EA facilitates opportunities for collaboration, teamwork, and mentorship, enabling dancers to learn from industry experts and each other. We cultivate an environment where individuals feel valued, inspired, and supported. Driven by a passion for dance and a belief in its transformative power, we are committed to fostering a community where artistic exploration, personal growth, and the pursuit of excellence intersect.
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Through our comprehensive curriculum, we provide dancers with the knowledge, skills, and versatility required to thrive in the ever-evolving world of dance. Our program will allow dancers to gain valuable life skills such as discipline, resilience, self-confidence, and effective communication. Embrace your uniqueness, step outside your comfort zone and join us on this extraordinary journey!
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Stefanie Santiago
Choreographer | Creative | Educator
Director of Expanding Artists
Stefanie’s artistic journey began in a small town outside of Boston as an exploration of movement and self-expression. Her fascination with rhythm and story telling led her to the world of dance. After graduating from Dean College, she booked her first professional dance gig with Exhale Dance Tribe and from there moved to Los Angeles, CA to continue pursuing her dreams. Since living in LA, Stefanie has been fortunate enough to work with some incredible artists such as Justin Timberlake, Beyonce, will.i.am, and Ludacris and has been featured on America’s Got Talent, The BET Awards, and the American Music Awards. She’s had the privilege of working with with some of the most sought out choreographers in the industry as Associate/Assistant Choreographer for various projects such as the MTV EVMA’s with Madison Beer, VEVO Live with Tinashe, Monsters of Hip Hop, and CLI Studios. These experiences have allowed her to thrive in the vibrant and competitive landscape of the dance industry and her dynamic work can be seen on stage, in film and Concert dance. With a focus on Commercial, Experimental and Street styles, Stefanie shares her experiences teaching and mentoring students around the globe and is the the Founder/Owner of Expanding Artists where she develops dancers into creative professionals. She’s taught classes at some of the top dance studios in LA like Millennium Dance Complex LA/OC, Movement Lifestyle, Debbie Reynolds Dance Studios and BASE Studios in London as well as Conventions such as REVEL, Encore, Heat, Dupree Dance, Embody, DEViATE and Reach. She is also on faculty at AMDA College and Conservatory of the Performing Arts in Los Angeles, CA as a Lead Instructor, Choreographer and Outreach Rep. Throughout her career, she’s immersed herself in the dance world, honing her skills and cultivating a deep understanding of various dance forms. With a profound love for the art form, she continues to learn and grow testing boundaries and contributing to the evolution of dance.