Every season, FOX's So You Think You Can Dance helps its contestants transition into professional dancers. For all the fans who wonder where their favorite SYTYCD Stars are today, this page is for you! Over the years, MSA has built a strong relationship with both 19 Entertainment and Dick Clark Productions, and is proud to represent the following dancers...Season 4 | Season 5
Artem Chigvintsev - After making it to the top 4 males on Season 1, Artem danced on popular TV shows such as Dancing with the Stars (with both Ashlee Simpson and Usher) and America's Got Talent. Most recently, Artem was added to the cast of Burn the Floor, one of Broadway's hottest new shows. To learn more about Burn the Floor, check out MSA News.
Ryan Conferido - Since the show, Ryan performed on various programs such as Ellen, American Idol, and LIVE with Regis and Kelly. Ryan's team Quest Crew won season 3 of MTV's hit-show America's Best Dance Crew. Also, Ryan recently performed on the Teen Choice Awards with Sean Kingston. Ryan says that "MSA was there for me right after the season ended, and I was able to learn valuable lessons and receive important tools to make sure I made proper decisions toward realistic goals in the dance industry."
Melody Lacayanga - Since being the top female (and runner-up) on Season 1, Melody has traveled the world as a performer and Guest Artist, and has danced in several of Sonya Tayeh's shows. She has also performed on Ellen, the TV Guide Channel, American Idol Finale, and the Emmy Awards. Currently, Melody teaches all over the nation as a full time faculty member of SHOCK the Intensive.
Nick Lazzarinni - Nick was the first winner of SYTYCD. Nick is a staff member on the popular dance convention JUMP. Since the win, he has performed on TV shows such as Dancing with the Stars, and the 82nd Academy Awards.
Jamile McGee - After being voted into the top 4 on Season 1, Jamile contiues to work professionally. He has been working with Wayne Brady in Las Vegas at The Venetian, and has also been busy with his European tour.
Destini Rogers - Destini has been busy since STYCD, appearing on LIVE! With Regis and Kelly, and dancing on tour with artist Rain, directed by MSA client Jamie King. Destini currently directs and choreographs her own company called Dare to Be Soul Dance Company. She also started a dance clothing line, Destro Retro Movement Apparel, launching in February 2010. Destini teaches for Platinum Dance Experience, Beyond Dance Convention, and Breathe Summer Dance Intensive.Season 2
Allison Holker - After completing the SYTYCD Season 2 tour, Allison danced in High School Musical and High School Musical 2, directed by Kenny Ortega and co-choreographed by Chucky Klapow and Bonnie Story. She has also been busy teaching at dance conventions and workshops around the country. You can see Allison on tour in Ballroom With a Twist, choreographed by Louie Van Amstel.
Heidi Groskeurtz Burns - After placing 4th in Season 2, Heidi was employed by ABC as a talent scout to find new dance talent. Currently, Heidi lives in London and travels the world performing Latin Dance with her husband Mr. Donnie Burns. She is also the star of E TV's World Superdance, a TV series that airs in South Africa.
Ivan Koumaev - Ivan is teaching around the world on various conventions, and has been dancing for some of the world's best choreographers. He is in the upcoming Step Up 3D, which features choreography by Dave Scott. Ivan also recently danced in a promo for the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards, choreographed by Wade Robson.
Joy Spears - Since the show, Joy has booked numerous projects, including American Idol Print Ads, Britney Spears' Piece of Me music video, and several industrials including Macy's Passport. Most recently, Joy danced on Spike TV's Guys Choice Awards, with musical artist Asher Roth. Joy is currently studying Dance and Broadcasting at the University of Alabama.
Travis Wall - Travis recently booked a feature titled Going the Distance, to be released in 2010. Travis also recently signed with MSA for choreography representation. Travis' choreography was a huge crowd favorite during Season 5 and 6 of SYTYCD, and since then, he was the Assistant Choreographer on the Academy Awards, and choreographed for Dancing with the Stars. 
Jason Williams - Jason has made his mark in feature films, such as High School Musical 3, directed by Kenny Ortega and co-choreographed by Chucky Klapow and Bonnie Story. He can also be seen in the 2009 remake of FAME, choreographed by Marguerite Derricks. You can also catch him in FAME: The Workout DVD. Also Jason danced on Vh1 Diva's Live in September 2009, hosted by Paula Abdul. Season 3
Anya Garnis and Pasha Kovalev - Dance partners Anya and Pasha were recently added to the cast of Burn the Floor, one of Broadway's hottest new shows! To learn more about Burn the Floor, check out MSA News.
Lauren Gottlieb - Lauren has returned to SYTYCD to work with the contestants during the choreography round of auditions. She also performed on both America's Got Talent and the Teen Choice Awards with Sean Kingston this past August. Lauren continues to work on various projects, including her recent appearance in an AT&T commercial.
Ashlee Langas - Ashlee was a dancer in Bette Midler's The Showgirl Must Go On in Las Vegas, choreographed by Toni Basil. She is also appearing in a new vaudeville inspired show, Divine Caberet-Rouge, that is now open in Las Vegas and Los Angeles. She has also appeared on shows such as Ellen, as well as several corporate events.
Ricky Palomino - Ricky, coming from NYC, has danced with Cedar Lake Dance, and was also on scholarship at both Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre and Broadway Dance Center. He is an experienced teacher for West Coast Dance Explosion, and continues to teach around the US and Canada through MSA's Teaching Department. He also helped in the development of Believe, Criss Angel's Vegas Spectacular, choreographed by Emmy winner Wade Robson. When he's not dancing, Ricky is singing! He has recorded two albums that are current available on iTunes, Hyperactive Involvement and Amateurely Honest.
Faina Savich - Since the show, Faina has graduated from college and has been guest teaching all across the United States.
Danny Tidwell - Danny, the Season 3 Runner-Up, will be taking his talents to Broadway, in the production of Memphis, set to open this fall.
Sara VonGillern - Sara was a top 8 finalist on Season 3, and has danced in many productions, such as Avril Lavigne's Best Damn Tour 2008. Sara performed on the 2008 American Idol Finale and Ellen. Recently, she choreographed a promo for Comedy Central, featuring several MSA B-Girls. Sara is also a member of the Fast Break Crew for the upcoming LA Clippers NBA Season, as well as The Syrenz, an all-female hip-hop crew based in Los Angeles.Season 4
Comfort Fedoke - Since her SYTYCD experience, Comfort has traveled the world teaching through MSA's Teaching Department. She has appeared on TV programs, such as the popular show Glee and The Jump Arounds. Comfort has also modeled for Capezio and Galpin Ford, and has worked internationally with music sensation Ava.
Jessica King - Not only has Jessica been teaching workshops and master classes across the US, but she recently joined the cast of Le Reve in Las Vegas, as a lead performer. MSA Client Brian Burke is the Artistic Director for the Vegas spectacle. Jessica also appeared on an episode of The Cleaner with Benjamin Bratt, where she got her first line of dialogue.
Mark Kanemura - Mark performed on America's Got Talent this past August, and has also booked several music videos (including artist Sun), commercials (including Rock Band), and teaching gigs. Mark is currently on tour with Lady Gaga, and recently danced at the 61st Annual Emmy Awards, choreographed by Tabitha and Napoleon.
Kourtni Lind - Kourtni has been busy performing for various dance companies around Los Angeles, as well as teaching around the world through MSA's Teaching Department. She was in an independent music video in London, and has been teaching classes at one of LA's hottest studios.
Gev Manoukian - Since being a contestant in the top 10 on SYTYCD, Gev has been teaching dance internationally through MSA's Teaching Department. Gev was a principal dancer in High School Musical 2, and the feature film American Mall, choreographed by Bonnie Story. He also danced on an episode of The Jump Arounds.
Katee Shean - After being voted the top female dancer in season 4, Katee appeared in television shows such as Hannah Montana, the Jump Arounds, and Paris By Night, choreographed by Shanda Sawyer. She can be seen in upcoming feature films Leading Ladies and Step Up 3D, choreographed by Dave Scott. Also, Katee is the 2009 spokesperson and model for Capezio Dancewear, and just released her own make-up line with Cliché cosmetics. She is currently enrolled at Chapman University, studying both Leadership and Organizational Studies and Dance.
tWitch - Before he was the runner-up in Season 4, tWitch performed on reality competition shows such as The Wade Robson Project (created by Wade Robson) and Star Search. He also choreographed for Cheetah Girls, as well as the Korean pop star Se7en. Earlier this year, he teamed with Paramount and Funnyordie.com to film several viral videos for Dance Flick, choreographed by Dave Scott. You can see tWitch in the upcoming Step Up 3D Movie, also choreographed by Dave Scott.MSA Choreographers featured on
So You Think You Can Dance?
Toni Basil (Guest Judge) • Nakul Dev Mahajan
Jason Gilkison • Tony Meredith and Melanie LaPatin
