Bios

LAURA LEE
As a dancer, choreographer, writer, producer, and dance educator Laura’s career in the Performing Arts is a reflection of versatility and experience spanning 28 years! Early training with outstanding educators laid the foundation for Laura’s work in Musical Theater, Las Vegas production shows, industrials and TV. As co-founder and artistic director of Diversity Dance and Theater, Laura is best known for her work with youth and creating educational arts programs, which combine the dynamics of dance, music, and drama to inspire personal growth and positive social change.

SHERRYL 'JUSTICE' BEITZEL
Justice began breakdancing in 4th grade at age nine, and won her first competition the following year. She attended The Art Institute of Seattle, studying Audio Engineering and Video Production. In 1995, Justice began dancing, managing and directing for Diversity Dance Workshop, a non-profit organization based out of Seattle, Washington. In addition she has been the director and artistic director for two dance workshops that she started in 1996-1997, one in Abidjan, Ivory Coast West Africa, and one in San Jose, Costa Rica. She has also traveled to the Philippines, Germany, and all over the United States artistically assisting other performing arts troupes.