Our Ambassadors & Influencers are comprised of world-class performers, dedicated educators, and the next generation of rising talent. Our dancers are more than just faces of the brand—they are the heartbeat of our community. Representing top-tier companies and prestigious conservatories globally, these artists choose Stage Center for our unwavering commitment to technical excellence and artistic innovation. Whether on the world stage or in the studio, they embody the precision and passion that define our mission.
2026 Stage Center Ambassadors
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Johan ManceboJohan Mancebo was born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. In 2006, he started his dance training as he became part of the first generation of male dancers graduated from the National School of Ballet of Dominican Republic on 2015. During his training from 2013 to 2015, he secured an apprentice position at the Dominican National Ballet. In November 2014 he was invited by CODA21 in Puerto Rico to perform Septime Weber's "Alice in Wonderland." From January 2015 he joined The Washington Ballet Studio Company, directed by Septime Weber. Later on that year, he moved to Spain where he joined Ballet de Cámara de Madrid and obtained a Degree in Pedagogy of Classical Dance: Cuban Method and won the Interpretation Award of his generation at Instituto Universitario de Danza Alicia Alonso, King Juan Carlos University, Spain. In 2019, he joined the Sibiu Ballet Theater in Romania as a company member. Since 2023 Johan has been a company artist with Cleveland Ballet, performing many principal roles.
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Maggie HollingsworthMaggie Hollingsworth began her ballet training at the age of 14 in Tucson, Arizona, where she quickly fell in love with the artistry and discipline of classical dance. Her passion and dedication led her to train at prestigious summer intensives with Los Angeles Ballet, BalletMet, and American Repertory Ballet. These experiences opened the door to a trainee position with American Repertory Ballet, where she had the opportunity to train under renowned artists including Ethan Stiefel, Gillian Murphy, Ayadmara Cabrera, and others. In 2023, Maggie accepted a contract with Ballet Legato, where she is now in her third season. She continues to grow as an artist and performer, embracing every opportunity to refine her craft. Maggie is grateful for the strong support system around her, including Stage Center, her go-to dance store for reliable and high-quality dancewear that keeps her performance-ready throughout the season Instagram: @maggiephb |
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Simeon SchmittSimeon Schmitt is a singer, actor, dancer, and marketer from Wadsworth, Ohio. He has been shopping with Stage Center since 2007. Simeon has been dancing for nearly 20 years and has worked professionally as a performing artist in Northeast Ohio since 2023. He also works in marketing and has collaborated with producing teams on several productions in the Cleveland area. Simeon is a senior at Baldwin Wallace University and will graduate in May 2026. He is very grateful to Stage Center for providing him with all the dance-related items to help him succeed in his career. Instagram: @simeonschmitt |
2026 Stage Center Influencers
Anna GraconState Street BalletInstagram: @anna.gracon |
Ashley SchroerSlippery Rock UniversityInstagram: @ash_schroer |
Audrey SmithAshland Regional BalletInstagram: @aaudrey_smithh |
Callahan ConleyCanton BalletInstagram: @cal_conley |
Elena GomezBallet Theater AshtabulaInstagram: @elena.dances.9728 |
Elise ThomasCleveland Ballet TraineesInstagram: @tutu_twins2 |
Paige ThomasCleveland Ballet TraineesInstagram: @tutu_twins2 |
Jordyn FreyCleveland Ballet TraineesInstagram: @tutu_twins2 |
Kayla DiesCenter StageInstagram: @kayladies_ |
Kinsley MacFarlaneAbove the BarreInstagram: @KinsleyCheyenne5678 |
Larry WhiteFreelanceInstagram: @larrsbear |
Megan MurphyCharlotte Ballet TraineeInstagram: @megan_ballet05 |
Naomi SanfordBallet Theater AshtabulaInstagram: @naomi.dance12 |
Quin PradoButler University Instagram: @quin_prado_ |
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