James Alonzo WhiteĀ is a North Carolina native, who received his Master of Arts in Dance Education at New York University. With a strong background in Street Jazz, Hip-Hop, Modern, Contemporary and Commercial Dance,Ā JamesĀ is one of theĀ most acclaimed choreographers and danceĀ teachers in today’s industry. Ā Currently, he is a teachingĀ faculty member at world renowned Broadway Dance Center, Brickhouse NYC and Peridance Capezio Center.
Jamesā choreography credits include:Ā Mad Apple – Cirque Du Soleil, Disney Cruise line, Norwegian Cruises, MSC Cruises, Footloose – The Rev Theater, Dream Girls, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, and the Knicks City Dancers.
He currently works with rising artists such as:Ā Chloe Flower, Alex Mali, Saint Ahmad, and Miss Madeline as their lead choreographer.Ā Choreographing several of their musical videos and live performances.
In 2020, during the global pandemic James released a visual entitledĀ “Brand New Day”Ā featuring NYC’s finest dancers, inspired by the iconic film,Ā The Wiz. With a pure intention to spread joy during uncertain times,Ā Brand New DayĀ took on a life of its own by quickly becoming a viral success garnering attention from acclaimed artists like Diana Ross, Evan Ross, Jennifer Garner, Octavia Spencer, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Todrick Hall, Billy Porter and Deborah Cox.