Miss Anjelica

Favorite color: Cheetah
Favorite local restaurant: El Familiar
Favorite style of dance: Contemporary
Favorite dancer/choreographer: Liz Imperio & Sonya Tayeh
Favorite ice cream: Cookie Dough

Anjelica Roman most recent accomplishment is becoming the new Director of Denise Daniele Dance Center for the 2017-2018 season. She has been dancing for 23 years and has trained in countless styles of dance including world dances such as Flamenco and African. She has worked with numerous artists such as Mike Minery, Albert Blackstone, Germaine Salsberg, Micheal Leon Thomas and many more. Anjelica has been privileged to travel with Tremaine Dance Convention to perform and assist Laurie Johnson. She graduated from Long Island University and majored in Arts Management with a concentration in dance. She has been coaching/choreographing over hundreds of dancers for Statewide Pro USA for east coast dance teams, ages 8-18, like the Philadelphia Soulmates Junior Dance Team, Lakewood Blue Claws Dance Team and she has recently become a head coach for the Rutgers Junior Knights Dance Team. For the third year in a row Anjelica has been able to choreograph/teach for the Backstage Performing Arts team at Nationals. Not only is she a performer, but she also works as the awards coordinator for GROOVE Dance Competition and Convention. Being apart of the arts in all forms is a joy for Anjelica. Her main goal is to spread her love of the arts and inspire every person she encounters.

Ms. Dani

Favorite color: Black
Favorite local restaurant: Aroogas
Favorite style of dance: Contemporary Ballet
Favorite dancer/choreographer: Bob Fosse & Justin Peck & Keone and Mari Madrid
Favorite ice cream: Vanilla with Peanut Butter

Born a nerd with a love for computers, Dani never saw herself on a stage; however, after studying under the incredible teachers at ArtsYOUniversity and Ballet Technique, dance quickly became her passion. Soon after graduating from ArtsYOU, she continued her training in New York City through programs at Steps on Broadway, Complexions Contemporary Ballet, and Synthesis Dance Project. Dani is also a graduate of Broadway Dance Center’s Professional Semester.

Some of Dani's performing credits include Hasbro's national television commercial for Britney Spears' Twister Dance Rave, BC-EFA's Gypsy of the Year with the cast of Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark, American Airlines Flash Mob, Good Morning America "Wedding in a Flash", Children's Hospital of Philadelphia's "Monster Mash", and Romeo and Juliet the Musical (Dream Juliet). She has worked with choreographer Al Blackstone (So You Think You Can Dance, Capezio ACE Award-winner) dancing in Capezio's Fashion Show 2014 and assisting him for Capezio's Fashion Show 2015. As an associate choreographer, Dani has worked alongside Rachel Bress (Annie, 9 to 5, The Pirate Queen) on TD Bank's "WOW" Awards (2014, 2015). Her choreography credits include VEEVA's Opening Number, "AC", and "Black and Gold" for VIVA Dance Company.

Certifications:

• ABT® Teacher Training Intensive in Pre-Primary through Level Three of the ABT® National Training Curriculum

• Associated Dance Teachers of New Jersey

• Simonson Method of Teacher Training

• Acrobatic Arts

Mr. Scott

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Mr Scott began his dance training at age 7 studying multiple styles and being involved in community theater. He attended OCVTS Performing Arts Academy as a dance major to start his dance education. While in high school he was involved in the musicals and various dance clubs.

He continued his dance education at Georgian Court University under the direction of Silvana Cardell. While there he trained in Ballet, Modern, Jazz, and Choreography. He was cast in over 20 faculty and guest ensembles of various styles, and had the opportunity to attend ACDA. He was able to perform in NYC and Philadelphia, and had the opportunity to Study abroad in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Mr. Scott is excited to share his love and knowledge of dance with his students, and hopes to bring varying styles and teaching methods to his classes. He hopes to spark a life long passion for dance in his students so they can grow and create in their personal artistic journey.

Miss Eliza

Favorite color: Rainbow
Favorite local restaurant: Bahama Breeze
Favorite style of dance: Hip hop
Favorite dancer/choreographer: Parris Goebel
Favorite ice cream: Cookie Dough

Eliza Roman who resides in Barnegat, has graduated from Georgian Court University as a performance dance major. She is a graduate of OCVTS Performing Arts Academy in dance and studied acting, audio engineering and singing. She was president of her National Honors Society for Dance Arts chapter in high school and continues as a member of Dance New Jersey organization. For eighteen years, Eliza has trained, performed, and is currently teaching at Denise Daniele Dance Center, as well as other studios in the Ocean County area. She is most proud of opening her own production company in 2019 and continues through 2021 under the name Roman Artistry Studios. Eliza is a company member and teacher of the flamenco Alborada Dance Theater Company. Eliza also has commercial dance experience, performing with music artist Jayel. She was a dancer and assistant coach of the Rutgers Junior Knights Dance Team, and was coach of Storm Dance Team. She was a scholarship recipient for the Tremaine apprentice program since 2017, now she continues as an alumni.

Ms. Jess

Favorite color: Blue
Favorite local restaurant: ABG Mike’s
Favorite style of dance: Lyrical/Musical Theater
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Favorite ice cream: Mint Chocolate Chip

Ms. Lolly

Favorite color: Red and pink
Favorite local restaurant: Urban Coalhouse
Favorite style of dance: Jazz and Hip Hop
Favorite dancer/choreographer: Peta Murgatroyd
Favorite ice cream: Mint Chocolate Chip

Originally from Lakewood, New Jersey, Laurén “Lolly” Galarza is an alumna of The College of New Jersey and has been a dance instructor, choreographer, and performer throughout the tri-state area, as well as a middle school math and science teacher at Bay Head School. She began her dance career under the instruction of Denise Blackstone, Finus Jhung, Mike Minery, and Sheila Barker, studying ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, and hip hop. Miss Lolly has also choreographed and/or performed for Success America, the AFL Philadelphia Soulmates Dance Team, AIFL Trenton Titan Dance Team, Science Cheerleader, Dance the Magic on Broadway, and choreographed for Point Pleasant Beach High School's productions of "Guys and Dolls,” “Bring it On,” “Anything Goes,” and “Chicago.” 

At 15, she began teaching all levels and styles at Denise Danielle’s Dance Studio while participating in the company and touring as a scholarship recipient for various competitions. Lolly danced with the Barry University Dance team in 2004, became a Philadelphia Soulmate dancer in 2007, and then a Philadelphia All Pro Dancer in 2009 all the while performing in stadiums throughout the tri-state area. Miss Lolly joined Statewide Promotions as a Coach for the Philadelphia Junior Soulmates and Platinum All Stars Dance Team in 2007. In March 2010, Lolly coached and choreographed over 200 dancers for the Lakewood Blue Claws Dance Team, Trenton Thunder Dance Team and Somerset Patriots. In 2014, Lauren was named the Head Coach and Choreographer of the first ever, Rutgers Junior Knights Dance team, ages 8-18. Miss Lolly recently completed her Masters of Education in Special Education and is so excited to be back in the studio teaching boys hip-hop!

Ms. Joyce

Favorite color: Purple
Favorite local restaurant: Saltimbocca
Favorite style of dance: Ballet
Favorite dancer/choreographer: Margot Fonteyn
Favorite ice cream: Rocky Road

Prior to officially becoming part of the DDDC family, Ms. Joyce was a manager for Holiday Inn Hotels for over 25 years.  After leaving that position with the birth of her daughter, she was an accountant for Smartpools in Lakewood.  Ms. Joyce has been part of the DDDC family since her daughter was 3 years old, who was brought in for a “bring a friend” dance event with Mr. Richard and Ms. Denise.  Her daughter is now entering her 12th year with Denise Daniele.  For the past few years, Ms. Joyce has been a parent liaison with the studio before becoming the new office manager.  She has helped with ticket sales for the recital for the past 4 years, as well as finding venues for our events, fundraising and even organizing many parties and events that were held in Studio.  Ms. Joyce has been CPR/AED and First aid trained every year for the past 40 years!  She is also a Eucharistic Minister, a Religious Education Teacher, Vacation Bible School teacher and currently the Treasurer with the Ocean County Council PTA.  Ms. Joyce is looking forward to helping all families and teachers with anything needed to keep our dancers dancing!