838 Main St, Monroe, CT 06468

(203) 268-1200

(203) 268-1200

  • Home
  • About
    • About MDA
    • Faculty
    • FAQs
    • Dress Code
    • Employment
    • Rental Space
  • Programs
    • 2025-2026 Dance Season
    • Me & My Mini Me • Age 1-3
    • Monroe Dance Company
  • Parties
  • Media
    • Photo Gallery
  • Register
  • Contact Us
  • Parent Portal
  • More
    • Home
    • About
      • About MDA
      • Faculty
      • FAQs
      • Dress Code
      • Employment
      • Rental Space
    • Programs
      • 2025-2026 Dance Season
      • Me & My Mini Me • Age 1-3
      • Monroe Dance Company
    • Parties
    • Media
      • Photo Gallery
    • Register
    • Contact Us
    • Parent Portal
  • Home
  • About
    • About MDA
    • Faculty
    • FAQs
    • Dress Code
    • Employment
    • Rental Space
  • Programs
    • 2025-2026 Dance Season
    • Me & My Mini Me • Age 1-3
    • Monroe Dance Company
  • Parties
  • Media
    • Photo Gallery
  • Register
  • Contact Us
  • Parent Portal

Monroe Dance Academy

Monroe Dance AcademyMonroe Dance AcademyMonroe Dance Academy

More than just dance

More than just danceMore than just dance

Faculty & Staff

Jayme Wappel

Birthday

May 5th - I'm a Cinco de Mayo baby!

Dance Background

Jayme Wappel trained at CC & Company Dance Complex in Raleigh, NC and graduated from Point Park University with a B.A. in Dance. Favorite Credits: Finding Neverland (1st National Tour, Swing/Dance Captain); West Side Story (Paper Mill); Guys & Dolls (Goodspeed); Mary Poppins, Starlight Express (Tuacahn Amphitheater); Yo, Vikings! (Pittsburgh Playhouse); Royal Caribbean (aerialist).

MDA Role

Owner and Director

Artistic Director of MDC

Dance Instructor

When I was 10 years old, I was pretty sure I'd grow up to be...

a dolphin trainer!

When not at MDA dancing...

I'm working out, traveling, learning American Sign Language, or spending time with my husband, baby, and our goldendoodle, Teddy!

Eileen Boyle

Birthday

June 10

Dance Background

Eileen began her training in Virginia, where she learned various styles of dance at a plethora of studios. Upon graduating high school, Eileen moved to NYC to study at Joffrey Ballet School as a Jazz and Contemporary Trainee. In 2018 she also completed Broadway Dance Center’s Professional Semester, and has since enjoyed working as a dance and fitness instructor and as an extra on several t.v. shows and music videos.

MDA Role

Artistic Manager

Dance Instructor

When I was 10 years old, I was pretty sure I'd grow up to be...

a marine biologist!

When not at MDA dancing...

you can find me walking a dog through the streets of NYC, taking a dance class with my friends, trying new foods or shopping for the perfect new plant! 

Noreen Wilpiszeski

Dance Background

Noreen has over a decade of experience teaching ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical and acrobatics in a recreational setting. Additionally, she is an award winning choreographer who has been recognized on the regional level for her work with competitive jazz dancers and acrobats!

MDA Role

Dance Instructor

Wingman Program Director

When I was 10 years old, I was pretty sure I'd grow up to be...

a Radio City Rockette!

When not at MDA dancing...

I work for the town of Trumbull in the Department of Parks & Recreation!

Giuliana Dello-Russo

Dance Background

Giuliana has been dancing for 15+ years and has danced competitively for 8 years. She has worked alongside industry-leading choreographers and has received amazing opportunities such as a spot in Chloe Arnold’s tap piece in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. She is currently a member of the United States of America Tap Team and is excited to compete a trio, small group, and formation in the IDO world tap dance championships in Riesa, Germany in the fall! Giuliana is continuing her dance education at Sacred Heart University where she received both a performance and presidential scholarship. 

MDA Role

Dance Instructor

When I was 10 years old, I was pretty sure I'd grow up to be...

a Radio City Rockette!

When not at MDA dancing...

I’m studying, dancing, and hanging out with friends at Sacred Heart University. 

Hannah Folan

Birthday

September 19th

Dance Background

Hannah began her ballet training in Connecticut where she trained at various schools before going to the Nutmeg Conservatory for the Arts (Torrington, CT) to begin her high school training. She completed her high school training at Bossov Ballet Theatre at Maine Central Institute (Pittsfield, ME), where she spent 3 years studying the Vaganova style of ballet. She completed her training in college where she obtained a BS in Communication Studies and a BFA in Ballet at the University of Utah.

MDA Role

Dance Instructor

When I was 10 years old, I was pretty sure I'd grow up to be...

a journalist!

When not at MDA dancing...

I'm either reading or swimming! 

Hannah Delamonico

Birthday

October 12th

Dance Background

Hannah grew up in New York where she trained for 15+ year in various styles including contemporary, jazz, lyrical, ballet, tap, and hip hop while also dancing competitively for 12 years. Each year, Hannah has participated in many performances including recitals, the Nutcracker, etc. Hannah is currently a student at Sacred Heart University where in addition to her Business management major, she is also minoring in dance and an active member of the SHU Dance Company. 

MDA Role

Dance Instructor

When I was 10 years old, I was pretty sure I'd grow up to be...

performing on Broadway!

When not at MDA dancing...

I'm spending time with my family, studying, or dancing at Sacred Heart University!

olivia cline

Birthday

December 27th

Dance Background

Olivia grew up in New Hampshire, where she trained for over 15 years in a variety of styles, including ballet, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, modern, hip hop, and tap. At age 16, she became an apprentice with Ballet Misha, performing in several professional productions such as The Nutcracker and A Midsummer Night's Dream, and participating in artistic opportunities throughout the state. Following high school, Olivia continued her academic and dance education at Sacred Heart University, where she is pursuing a degree in Social Work and is a member of the SHU Dance Company. Throughout her time in the SHU Dance Program, she has remained an active member and has taken on multiple leadership roles within the program.

MDA Role

Dance Instructor

When I was 10 years old, I was pretty sure I'd grow up to be...

a ballerina!

When not at MDA dancing...

I can be found studying for my Bachelor’s degree in Social Work and spending time with my friends at Sacred Heart University!

maura walters

Birthday

December 29

Dance Background

Maura began dancing at a young age at Techniques Dance Center in Wantagh, NY. Where she trained and competed. 


She continued her training at Sacred Heart University (SHU), where she studied diverse styles and performed with the dance company, SHU Mo(ve)ment and Inception Dance Crew.


As a choreographer, Maura was selected for SHU’s Company Choreography Fellowship Program (CCFP), where she created Some Nights with Kelsey Jacobsen—a piece chosen for the 2025 Young Choreographers Festival in New York City.


She also traveled with the SHU Dance Company to Italy for World Dance Movement, training with professionals and presenting her choreography internationally.

MDA Role

Dance Instructor

When I was 10 years old, I was pretty sure I'd grow up to be...

a Radio City Rockette!!

When not at MDA dancing...

I can be found studying at Sacred Heart University for my masters in Elementary Education!

Guest Teachers

tyler duboys

Birthday

May 9th

Dance Background

Tyler is a Connecticut native and received his BFA in Dance from New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts where he also completed an independent study of Pedagogy and Musical Collaboration within the Graduate Dance Department. He is the Founder and Artistic Director of the ArtsGarden, a grassroots collaborative arts organization, and is a cohort of the Jacob’s Pillow Curriculum-in-Motion® Institute. He is a five year veteran of the STREB Extreme Action Company, and teaches a wide variety of dance and aerial arts classes all around the tristate area. 

MDA Role

Dance Instructor

When I was 10 years old, I was pretty sure I'd grow up to be...

a wizard. (It hasn’t happened…..YET!)

When not at MDA dancing...

looking for the best sushi restaurant!

Erika Citrin

Birthday

September 4th

Dance Background

Erika began dancing at the age of 13, before that she was all about basketball and learning karate which she had done since she was 6. Erika attended Joffrey Ballet School instead of college for 2 years. While working with several ballet and modern dance companies, Erika joined Dynamic Rockers as a BGirl, which led to her being signed to MSA and working many commercial dance jobs to this day.

MDA Role

Dance Instructor

When I was 10 years old, I was pretty sure I'd grow up to be...

A knee surgeon!

When not at MDA dancing...

... you'll find me training a client with a high intensity 10 minute (yup 10 minute!) workout or cuddling my cats!

Joey Socci

Dance Background

Joey recently graduated with a BFA in Commercial Dance from Pace University. At Pace, he has trained under Rhonda Miller, Scott Jovovich, and Jess Hendricks, among others, and also performed in works including Paul Taylor’s “Company B”. Joey has worked at several theme parks with RWS Entertainment Group including HersheyPark! 

MDA Role

Dance Instructor

When I was 10 years old, I was pretty sure I'd grow up to be...

A Disney Imagineer!

When not at MDA dancing...

I'm watching Disney movies and baking!

Monroe Dance Academy

838 Main St, Monroe, Connecticut 06468, United States

2032681200

Copyright © 2025 Monroe Dance Academy - All Rights Reserved.

Powered by