Judges

ALIDA MICHAL is thrilled to be back as a judge with Nexstar, helping to support and foster the next generation of dancers. She is has been fortunate to have performed in shows such as Wicked, Chicago, American In Paris, Wonderful Town, Oklahoma, Anastasia, West Side Story, Victor/Victoria, Guys and Dolls, White Christmas, and TV’s Heart of Dixie. B.A. UCLA-TFT. Www.alidamichal.com. @bulletproofbette.

Jarin began dancing at the age of three. She danced competitively through various genres around the Midwest. While earning her Education Degree, she danced with a collegiate company, as well as the Fever Inferno hip hop squad for the WNBA for five seasons.

Continuing on with sports entertainment, she danced another five seasons with the Indiana Pacemates NBA dance team. Not only did the opportunity allow her to dance with individuals from around the world, it gave her the chance to represent the team at Pro Camps and across the globe in China.

Jarin is grateful and honored to be back in studios teaching jazz, ballet, tap, hip hop and technique. She enjoys working with competitive teams and looks forward to another season of judging to share her education with those that hit the stage.

Rebecca Reese – For the past 26 years, Becky has been shaping the lives of children and adults through her love and passion for dance. A native of Altoona, Pennsylvania, she trained at Allegheny Ballet Company, the Pittsburgh Ballet Theater, and Point Park College in her youth. She decided to further her education at Slippery Rock University where she earned a BA in Dance with a concentration in teaching. While in college, she had the opportunity to dance with the Dance Alloy of Pittsburgh under the direction of Mark Taylor. She is a member of Dance Educators of America, Dance Masters of America, the Pennsylvania Association of Dance Teachers, and the National Dance Education Organization. She received the 2012 Slippery Rock University Young Alumni Award for her contribution to her art and community. Becky owns and operates her dance school in Central Pennsylvania celebrating over 20 years in business. Through her school, she has molded many students into professional careers and collegiate dance programs. In her spare time, Becky enjoys cooking, traveling, and spending time with her family Charlie (husband), Landon (12 years old), & Ava (10 years old). Becky has been judging for NexStar for 21 years and is proud to be a part of this amazing family and organization.