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Vicki Fischer-Jenkins is a graduate of the New School for Social Research where she studied psychology. Originally from New Jersey she has always been close to New York which allowed her to have trained under and be inspired by many of the top teachers of the craft. She has studied at schools such as Alvin Ailey and Steps on Broadway as well as her formal training at CCM in New Jersey under Joanne Staugaard –Jones.
Since 1997 she has been a member of the Jette Performance Company. She has danced in music
videos for the group Speedracer, which was broadcast on London MTV, and she has traveled performing in industrials for Becton
Dickenson Pharmaceuticals, Volvo and King Central. She has showcased her own choreography at Steps, Dance Space Inc., Riverside
Church, and a benefit for the Hope House in New Jersey. Her most recent choreography can be seen in Denise Austin’s
Fit Kids fitness video. A past SAG member she has appeared in television and films including: Educating Max
Bickford; Sex and the City; Kate and Leopold; Swimfan; Death of a Dynasty; and Mona Lisa Smiles.
Teaching Experience
Currently, you can find her teaching at Steps on Broadway,
and she has been on faculty for the Hawaii International Dance Festival and The American Academy of Ballet. She has taught
at many schools in the tri-state area as well as privately coaching many rising new stars. In addition, she continues to travel
as guest teacher, judge, and choreographer across the U.S., Canada and Malaysia where she taught and choreographed for a benefit
raising money for cancer.
As a teacher her dynamic and unique style enables
her to reach dancers of all ages and levels. Whether she is teaching jazz, modern, or tap her classes are structured to heighten
awareness of body movements. Her classes begin with a thorough warm up that has a strong emphasis on technique and control.
She believes in individual attention and gives corrections often. The warm-up is followed by an across the floor that consists
of a series of turns and jumps. The class concludes with a combination that can range in style from modern jazz to funk, focusing
on personal style and musicality.
Stepping Stones, a consulting company for aspiring artists, parents, and studio owners
Stepping Stones is a professional arts consulting service that is committed to developing a personalized path to aspiring artists and studio owners. Our experience and understanding of young performers and the competitive world of performing arts education guarantees competent individualized attention. You will receive a reasonable common sense approach that thoroughly nurtures talent and technique. We discuss topics that range from union affiliation, college choices, how to build a resume and many more topics that will provide you with the knowledge and skills to navigate your way through he entertainment industry. Stepping Stones shows you how to take the first step into the spotlight...AND STAY THERE!
Stepping Stones distinguishes itself by its willingness to tailor services to meet each artist's unique situation.
For more information or to set up an appointment please contact us at the number or email below.
Quotes from the "Path"
Stepping Stones Clients say:
"I have been given goals toward which to work and the ability to set goals for myself so that I can continue to excel in the world of dance."
Jessi Morgentern-Colon, author of Organizing from the Inside Out for Teens.
"I learned how to identify strengths in my dancers, explore different teaching methods, and most important, bring out the best in my students."
Shirena H., owner of Dancesteps, Malaysia.
Upcoming events
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Phone: 646-498-9858
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