JEFF LAPES is a highly energized and dynamic dancer and choreographer. He is on staff at Joffrey ballet School NYC, Steps on Broadway, and many touring conventions. He has taught for WCDE, NYCDA, ADA, DMA, CLI conservatory, and more! He also has his own dance company for the past ten years called DIGI Crew based out of NJ.
From the age of 12 Jeff performed in Broadway promos, toured with and choreographed for Radio Disney stars, and traveled around the country assisting top choreographers. As he got older, his passion for dance led to work on VH1, CBS, and MTV with artists such as Ne-Yo, Nelly Furtado, Timbaland, Lil Mama, Patti Labelle, Taylor Dayne, Deborah Cox, just to name a few. You may also recognize him from being a member of the crew “Iconic” from “America’s Best Dance Crew ” on MTV. Jeff then traveled to Holland where he choreographed for the artist Labrinth with judge Dan Karaty on the hit show “The Ultimate Dance Battle”. While in Holland, he also helped Dan choreograph a musical based on the book entitled “Lover of Loser”. Finally, Jeff opened “CAJJA Productions”, an entertainment and dance production company featuring promotional films, videos, and dance performances. Including Talia Favia’s original stage show”The Difference Between Sinking and Drowning “. A short film with Teddy Forance’s “Shaping Sounds”, and collaborated with the Joffrey ballet school. Where they produced an immersive jazz show entitled “Blame It On my Youth” !
Fun,and Full of energy is how people describe Jeff’s class’s. He brings his fresh yet old school vibe everywhere he goes . Incorporating musical theatre and jazz into his commercial pop dance style! Your heart will be racing, and full of love as Jeff inspires positivity and a willingness to be open, and explore the world of art through dance.