Emily Jane is a graduate from East Carolina University, holding a BFA in Dance Education. She works as a dancer/singer/actor and shares her love for the arts through community outreach, teaching, and choreography.  

Most recently, Emily Jane has enjoyed teaching and choreographing for companies such as The North Street Playhouse, Temple Theatre, Theatre for Change (NC Theatre), and North Carolina Dance Institute.  

Previously, Emily Jane has performed with NYC-based urban contemporary company, Vissi Dance Theatre, in NYC and Japan, and NYC-based choreographer Vive for Love. Regional Theatre credits include Kiss Me, Kate! (Dance Capt.), Cats (Tantomile), Hairspray (Tammy), Oklahoma, and A Christmas Carol. 

She is currently freelancing, raising two daughters, and researching the history of tap and American History through the jazz tap lens. If you are interesting in learning more about my research and or want to chat history, I’d love to connect with you.