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Lyla is a lifelong dancer and instructor with an unwavering passion for dance and musical theater. With a career spanning teaching, performing, producing, and choreographing, she's left an indelible mark on the stage.Her extensive repertoire includes popular musicals like Footloose, Grease, Pippin, Aladdin Jr, Peter Pan, Lion King Jr, Beauty and the Beast, It’s a Wonderful Life, and The Music Man, along with numerous original works. Lyla has collaborated with local schools, the City of Clearwater, Eight O’Clock Theater, the Gulf Coast Dance Theater, and the St. Petersburg College Theater Department.
In 2018, she was crowned Best Dancer in Creative Loafing’s Best of the Bay Contest. Beyond the spotlight, Lyla actively supports the arts, offering free online classes and performing street shows during stay-at-home orders. She also spearheaded a successful fundraiser, raising $5000 to support the arts community.
While Lyla is involved in various projects, her heart beats for swing dance. Her show "It Don’t Mean a Thing, A Tribute to Swing" drew 1000 attendees in 2021, showcasing her dedication to this art form. Lyla's commitment to learning is unwavering; she recently completed teacher training in two dance forms and is an apprentice teacher at national West Coast Swing events.
She is also ITAPONLINE Level 2 certified, endorsed by renowned tap dancer Hillary Marie. In 2023, she was recognized as Tampa Bay’s Best Choreographer. Lyla firmly believes in the unifying power of live entertainment, striving to create an inclusive stage where everyone is welcome. Through her exceptional productions, educational initiatives, and outstanding performances, she empowers individuals to achieve their dance dreams and lead happier lives.
Cape Coral is excited to welcome Lyla and her cool and groovy workshop to help you find “YOUR GROOVE” in West Coast Swing.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Rhythm In Motion, 912 Del Prado Blvd S,Cape Coral,FL,United States
