Teachers

Kerry White has been a part of the Spring Lake Community House family since joining workshop in 1995. She has worked as a Director, Choreographer, Dance and Theatre Workshop teacher since 2010 and has grown to become the Director of Children’s Programs for SLTDA. Kerry graduated with a BA from Rowan University. She double majored in Performing Arts, with a concentration in Directing, and Education. Kerry also studied acting in London, England for a semester.

During her college years, Kerry was nominated for an Irene Ryan Award twice and competed both times at the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival, making it to the finals both times. Since coming home to SLCH, Kerry has directed many main stage shows including Cats, Scrooge, Anything Goes, Peter Pan, Crazy For You, Seussical, Music Man, Bye Bye Birdie, 42nd Street, Legally Blonde, Matilda, the All-Female 1776, The Pirates of Penzance, Mary Poppins, Anastasia and most recently Annie. One of Kerry’s greatest joys in life is teaching such kind, talented, hard working artists at SLTDA. To all of her students: “Dream. Try. Do good.” 

Danielle brings a versatile background across the styles of ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, musical theater, and hip-hop to her education experience over the last two decades. She earned her B.F.A. in Dance from Temple University in 2012 and went on to perform professionally with Philadelphia-based modern company SomaticMovers, while continuing to train and teach throughout the country.

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With a passion for arts education, Danielle has spent her career working with dancers of all ages and abilities. Under the mentorship of Dr. Teresa Benzwie, she developed movement experiences for young children with and without disabilities that encourage creativity, confidence, and self-expression. Since 2019, she has served as an adjunct professor of dance at Stockton University and has taught classes and workshops nationally.

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Danielle also brings extensive experience in dance administration and the competitive dance industry, having worked with New York City Dance Alliance and Onstage New York. Her professional experience includes performing in Capezio ACE Award-winning choreography by Al Blackstone and assisting renowned educators and choreographers including Tim Craskey and Lauren Adams. She has also performed internationally as a solo artist with the nonprofit organization Dancers Responding to AIDS.

As an educator, Danielle is passionate about creating an environment where dancers feel challenged, supported, and inspired to take risks. She believes dance education should develop not only strong and versatile performers, but also confident, creative individuals who discover something new about themselves through movement.

Christine Baglivio knew she had a passion for the arts when she played a card in Alice In Wonderland for SLTDA in first grade. After pursuing a BA in Musical Theatre from DeSales University, she was very fortunate to be able to travel the country performing before returning back home to start a new adventure. She has been choreographing for SLTC since 2016 and joined the SLTDA faculty in 2020. She is so grateful to be working in a space that has provided her with a lifetime of meaningful relationships, memories, and experiences!

Hannah Gammond is a proud SLTDA alumna who grew up dancing at Spring Lake Theatre & Dance Academy. After more than 25 years of dancing, she is thrilled to be back at her second home, doing what she loves most -- teaching and inspiring the next generation of dancers. Hannah first returned to SLTDA to help with the outdoor recital in 2020, and after graduating from Fordham University in 2021, she officially joined the staff full-time. She has been here ever since, surrounded by an incredible community of students, teachers, and families.

A competitive dancer for five years with SLTDA’s Company, Hannah continued her training in college as a member of Fordham Flava, Fordham University’s hip-hop dance team. During her time on the team, she trained and choreographed under industry professionals and was elected President her senior year. Today at SLTDA, Hannah teaches hip-hop, jazz, and contemporary/lyrical, bringing her experience, passion, and love of dance full circle.

Erin Bonczek holds a BFA in Dance Education from The University of the Arts and brings 30 years of experience as a dance educator, choreographer, and program director. She served as Coordinator of Dance at Georgian Court University from 2004–2024 and as Director of the Dance Program from 2024–2026. Erin was also the owner and director of Shore Performing Arts Center for over five years. Throughout her career, she has trained and mentored countless dancers, many of whom have gone on to successful professional careers. Erin is passionate about developing strong technique, artistry, confidence, and a lifelong love of dance in her students.

Claudia Noto is thrilled to be teaching all of the wonderful students that walk into this incredible building. She’s had a passion for theatre, dance, and performing since she was four years old. Claudia has a BA in Musical Theatre from Fairleigh Dickinson University. She started performing with the SLT in 2016 and you may have spot her in some of our main stage productions throughout the last several years. She started teaching workshop and dance in 2023. She gets so much joy watching the students follow their dreams, while cheering them on along the way.

Andrew Ferrie has been involved with Spring Lake Community House since 2011 when he made his SLTC debut as Friedrich Von Trapp in “The Sound of Music”. Andrew received his B.S. in Music Education, as well as, his B.A. in Music Performance - with a concentration in voice from Lebanon Valley College. While at LVC Andrew competed in numerous NATS vocal competitions, was a recipient of the Charlotte McCabe Scholarship, and winner of the 2013 Concerto-Aria Competition. In 2014 Andrew made his SLTC Directorial Debut with “Little Shop of Horrors”. Since then Andrew has operated as Director, Music Director, and Performer for countless SLTC productions. He serves as the Music Director for the Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe. A Guest Director at Music Mountain Theatre (‘26 Mountie Award Winner for Best Director and ‘25 BWW Winner for Best Director of a Musical) He gives masterclasses and private lessons throughout NJ, PA, and NY. Andrew has worked with Concord Theatricals on numerous pilot productions for their Theatre for Young Audiences. Currently, he works in Music Licensing for ASCAP in NYC. Andrew is ecstatic to be at the SLCH passing on his passion and love for performing! 

Jade Gordon has been a performer and stage manager at the Spring Lake Theatre since 2017 and a dance teacher for the Theatre Workshop program since 2019. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Education in 2014 from The College of New Jersey and is passionate about working with children and helping them reach their full potential. Jade has experience directing and choreographing with multiple school districts across the state, including creating a theatre program at our very own Spring Lake Heights Elementary School. When not at the theatre, she works for Lead U, a positive group of teaching artists who creatively engage, educate and empower learners of all ages to find the leaders within themselves. She is so lucky to see so many of our SLTDA students at their schools and help them continue to grow in other ways. In August of 2026, she made her playwright debut with "The Language of Loss", premiering at Manasquan High School in cooperation with the ECHO initiative. Miss Jade is so excited to share her passion for performing with her students!

Beth Moore musically directs and teaches workshop at the Spring Lake Community House. Highlights include Pirates of Penzance, Jekyll and Hyde, Wedding Singer, Little Mermaid, HMS Pinafore, Sweeney Todd, and Anastasia. She teaches in Central Regional High School and The Wesminster Conservatory.  She has worked in the education department of McCarter Theater and prepared singers for performances in Carnegie Hall, The White House, David Geffen Hall, and The Metropolitan Opera. She was selected as a quarterfinalist for a Grammy Educator Award.
She has an M.M. In Music from Westminster Choir College and a B.M. In Music from Mason Gross at Rutgers University with additional studies at Aspen Music Festival.

Carolee Wagner has been dancing for over 20 years. In her early years of training, Carolee focused on foundational studies in ballet, tap, and jazz. In 2010, she joined the SLTDA family and quickly became enamored by the light, passion, and magic of the theatre. During her time at SLTDA, Carolee studied a variety of dance styles, joined the competition team, and performed in both workshop and mainstage productions. She also attended the Joffrey Ballet School Summer Intensive and performed with the Dance Company at Red Bank Catholic High School. Carolee attended Elon University, graduating in 2021 with a dual degree in Elementary and Special Education and a minor in Dance. During college, she joined, choreographed for, and eventually became president of the student-run hip hop team, Elon’s Finest. In 2022, Carolee completed her 200-hour yoga certification and returned to SLTDA, both on and off the stage. Since then, she has been inspired each day by the students and staff who make the studio such a special place. When she is not at the theatre, Carolee can be found teaching fourth grade, working hard at pilates, or relaxing with a good book. Miss Carolee is looking forward to another exciting year filled with growth, creativity, and lots of laughter!

Miss Caroline began dancing at the age of seven. As a member of her studio’s competition team, Miss Caroline served as team captain for two years. Miss Caroline attended Fordham University in the Bronx where she was a member of Fordham Flava, the university’s hip hop team. She served on Fordham Flava’s Executive Board for three years, acting as the Public Relations Manager, the Vice President, and the President. Miss Caroline is entering her 7th year as a dance teacher. She has helped lead dancers to Regional and National Titles, as well as to the World Dance Championships. Most recently, she received a national choreography award and one of her routines placed first overall at Nationals. Currently, Miss Caroline works as a school social worker. With a passion for both dancing and teaching, Miss Caroline is eager and excited to begin her second year with the studio.

Mary Jodry is thrilled to be joining the Spring Lake Theatre and Dance Academy as a Theatre Workshop Instructor! She has been a longtime member of the SLT community, spending several semesters as a dance student at the academy and performing in over 10 SLT Mainstage productions. Mary recently graduated from Monmouth University with a Bachelor of Arts in Music, with a concentration in Music Industry, as well as a minor in Communication Sciences and Disorders.

Mary loves exploring all the many layers of music and theatre, including performing, music theory, acting through song, audition preparation, “book” building, vocal coaching, vocal health and longevity, choral music, and all that jazz! She is so excited to return to SLTDA in a new role and looks forward to helping students shine both on and off stage!