Olivia Bell

Olivia joins us from New York City, though she originally hails from rural Georgia. She began her dance training at The Dance Academy in McDonough, Georgia, where she studied ballet, tap, jazz, and lyrical dance. Olivia later earned a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre with a minor in Dance and a Certificate in Musical Theatre from the University of Georgia. During her time at UGA, she was a member of the UGA Red Hotz competitive dance team, competing at the national collegiate level.Following her undergraduate studies, Olivia pursued a Master of Fine Arts in Performing Arts at the Savannah College of Art & Design (SCAD). Throughout her career, she has had the opportunity to train with renowned professionals, including former Rockette Barbara Powers, as well as taking master classes with celebrated choreographers such as Mia Michaels. Olivia also completed the prestigious Steps on Broadway Summer Study program, specializing in Theater Jazz under the guidance of Sarah Meahl and Adriene Lee, among many other esteemed instructors.With a strong passion for dance education, Olivia is dedicated to fostering a positive, supportive classroom environment where students are encouraged to push themselves through hard work and dedication. She looks forward to watching her students’ efforts come to life on stage.