2024 Faculty

Faculty is subject to change without notice.

CHARLEIGH FRANCE

Charleigh was introduced to dance at the age of three. Two years later, she began competing which fostered her desire to pursue a career as a professional dancer. In high school, Ms. France joined the San Jose Ballet School. Later, she attended San Diego State School of Music and Dance earning a place in their dance department. As a member, Charleigh had the opportunity to take advantage of national and international instruction, such as: traveling to Poland for the World Dance Festival, a summer intensive at Tisch School of the Arts in New York City, and master classes at Julliard. After relocating to Las Vegas, she was hired for a role with Cirque du Soleil and as a cast member of "Jubilee." Charleigh has choreographed for and performed with Barcelo Resorts and CoCo Bongo in Mexico. During this time, she was recognized by recording artists Ciara, Christina Aguilera, and Busta Rhymes. She has performed in music videos for recording artist LaMont Wheat and as a principle dancer with Twisted Movement Dance Co. Ms. France works with numerous programs across the USA teaching choreography and technique to enhance routines. She has been an adjudicator for numerous event producers including DX Events, USASF Dance Worlds, and has had the opportunity to work with Team Australia. Charleigh's career brought her back to California, where she is currently performing, choreographing, directing, teaching and the proud new owner of Freedom Blvd. Dance Co. She has continued to share her love for dance with dancers of all ages in San Diego and Northern California, where her choreography has won multiple awards. Charleigh has been involved with the 3D Convention since its inception and is the featured choreographer for the 3D Xtreme Team. She has also choreographed the DX Nationals “Parade of Stars” opening number. Charleigh’s expertise is in lyrical, contemporary, jazz, modern, pom, and musical theatre genres. She also excels in technique training, cleaning routines and teaching dancing in heels. Ms. France will be the Head Judge at all DX regional and national competitions this season. Her love of working with students is evident when she works with the dancers at conventions.

JENSEN FREEDMAN

Jensen, an LA native, is well versed in all styles of dance. Her West Coast training and House dancing has heavily impacted her dance journey specifically in the art of tap. Her favorite classes to teach include feel-good dancing and conversations on how to create a better future for all dancers. As a young dancer, Jensen was a recipient of scholarships, been featured in two LA based dance companies; Tap Sounds Underground and Rithem Dance Co., and traveled to the Congreso de Danze in Mexico for teaching and judging. For fifteen years, Ms. Freedman has worked with Tap INto the Network/ TITN Intensive, and trained under Gregg Russell, Angela Carter and Ryan Lohoff. In addition to her training, Jensen is an experienced performer in Tap and House, and shared the quality of performance comes from enjoying the music. She has been featured on Dunkin’ Donuts and Kikkoman Soy Sauce commercials. We are excited to have her join our DX - 3D Convention faculty.

NICHOLE BEEKS

Nichole Beeks was born in raised in Long Beach CA. She has been singing dancing and acting since age 4. She is a graduate of the Los Angles County High School for the Arts where she studied, dance, musical theatre and film and served as the senior class president. She later went back to teach ballet to their Musical Theatre dual majors focusing on technique and picking up choreography quickly. She graduated summa cum laude as part of the inaugural class of the Alonzo King Lines Ballet BFA program at Dominican University majoring in dance and minoring in psychology.  She is a certified GYROTONIC® instructor and has been teaching for 11years. This includes creating classes specifically designed for young dancers to condition them to prevent injuries as well as heal from them. Her most recent contract was with the Los Angeles Opera in their world premiere of Eurydice as the dance swing working with Broadway choreographer Denis Jones. She also performed alongside Joey McIntyre of New Kids on The Block as Frenchie in Cabaret in Anchorage Alaska. Other credits include The Producers (Moonlight Amphitheatre), Young Frankenstein (San Diego Musical Theatre & 3D Theatricals), The Music Man (5 Star Theatricals & Musical Theatre West) and Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (Musical Theatre West).  She has guested with various ballet schools including Lilac Fairy and Snow Queen with Encinitas Ballet and Sugarplum fairy with the Pacific Dance Center. Nichole loves performing, educating and helping others and is very excited to be a part of DX.

REGGIE MACK

Reggie Mack is a highly accomplished and renowned choreographer with a remarkable 25-year track record in the competitive dance industry. As the esteemed founder of Reggie Mack Productions, he has continuously demonstrated his expertise and passion for dance. Reggie's outstanding achievements include being a former NDA All American and an exceptional seven-time national champion. His extensive experience has taken him across 42 states within the United States, as well as to Mexico, Canada, and Australia, where he has served as a judge, choreographer, and instructor at various prestigious events and clinics. With an impressive collection of over 200 national titles in dance and numerous World Titles to his credit, Reggie is recognized as a true luminary in the field. Through his company, Reggie Mack Productions, he offers a comprehensive range of services, including tailor-made mixes, choreography, specialized clinics, and consultancy for dance programs throughout the year. Reggie Mack's unwavering dedication, unparalleled expertise, and artistic vision have solidified his position as a respected leader and sought-after professional in the dance industry. Reggie is looking forward to sharing his expertise with the dancers at DX Conventions this fall.

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