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World-Renowned Instructors

Train with the choreographers, performers, and creators shaping the global dance industry. Each instructor brings a distinct voice, perspective, and level of excellence to the Five World experience.

A Lineup Without Limits

Because it is not tied to a single tour or roster, this lineup represents a rare convergence of talent that would not typically share the same stage.

Each instructor is selected not only for their success, but for their ability to challenge, inspire, and move dancers forward.

Five World brings together instructors from across every circuit, style, and corner of the industry.

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THE ARTISTS OF FIVE WORLD

BLAKE MCGRATH

Choreographer for Madonna, Beyoncé, Britney Spears, and J.Lo

Blake McGrath rose to prominence on So You Think You Can Dance and has since performed in films including Chicago and Rent. He has choreographed for Dance Moms, DWTS, and MTV, and now mentors dancers worldwide through his mentorship program.

RANDI + HEFA

Choreographers for Janet Jackson, Beyoncé, J.Lo, and Usher

Randi and Hefa Tuita are a powerhouse duo whose work spans the Super Bowl, Grammys, and major global stages. Their choreography has been featured on So You Think You Can Dance and The Ellen Show, shaping dancers and performances worldwide.

KRISTA MILLER

Founder of The Brea Space and The Space TV

Krista Miller is a former LA Laker Girl and film and TV dancer, with credits including The Mask, the Oscars, and Saved by the Bell. She is known as one of the industry’s leading technique instructors, focused on building strong foundations over choreography.

GIANINA PAOLANTONIO

Broadway dancer and Atlantic Records recording artist

GiaNina Paolantonio is a Broadway-trained dancer known for Matilda and The Greatest Showman. Now a choreographer and recording artist, her viral routines have reached hundreds of millions, and she teaches and tours internationally.

LEX ISHIMOTO

SYTYCD winner and former Boston Ballet dancer

Lex Ishimoto is the winner of So You Think You Can Dance Season 14 and a former Boston Ballet dancer. He has worked with William Forsythe and Tiler Peck, with credits including Sia, Louis Vuitton, Ralph Lauren, Disney+, and the Oscars.

ELL HORAN

Best Dancer winner and multidisciplinary artist

Ella Horan is a multidisciplinary artist and Best Dancer winner at The Dance Awards. She has appeared on World of Dance, AGT, and SYTYCD, and danced for artists including Jack Harlow, Lorde, Madonna, and Selena Gomez.

PARIS CAV

Contemporary and commercial dancer and emerging artist

Paris Cav is a contemporary and commercial dancer known for her fluid movement and expressive performance quality. She has trained across multiple styles and continues to develop her voice as both a performer and creator.

AUTUMN MILLER

Professional dancer known for jazz and contemporary performance

Autumn Miller is a professional dancer known for her technique and standout performances. She trained at Mather Dance Company and gained early recognition through television appearances and viral videos, continuing to influence dancers worldwide.

SHANNON MATHER

Owner of Mather Dance Company and Choreographer for Dancing with the Stars, Derek Hough, Jason Derulo, and Alanis Morissette

Shannon Mather is an award-winning choreographer and owner of Mather Dance Company, known for leading MDC 3 to a Season 4 win on World of Dance and guiding the Ohio State Dance Team to two Jazz Division National Championships, with additional credits at the Bellagio Hotel & Casino.

WHITNEY BEZZANT

Choreographer for Prince, Taylor Swift, Cardi B, and Kanye West

Whitney Bezzant is a 15+ year industry professional with credits including High School Musical. She has choreographed for the Grammys, VMAs, and Super Bowl Saturday Night, and continues to train dancers nationwide with Velocity Dance Convention.

WHITNEY BEZZANT

Choreographer for Prince, Taylor Swift, Cardi B, and Kanye West

Whitney Bezzant is a 15+ year industry professional with credits including High School Musical. She has choreographed for the Grammys, VMAs, and Super Bowl Saturday Night, and continues to train dancers nationwide with Velocity Dance Convention.

SEAN LEW

Choreographer and performer for Justin Bieber, Sia, Meghan Trainor, and Jennifer Lopez

Sean Lew is an award-winning dancer and "So You Think You Can Dance: The Next Generation" finalist whose choreography has been featured on major awards shows, music videos, and global campaigns. With viral dance films drawing hundreds of millions of views, he teaches master classes at studios and conventions worldwide.

SEAN BANKHEAD

Choreographer for Lil Nas X, Cardi B, and Usher

Sean Bankhead is a renowned choreographer known for Tate McRae’s “Exes,” Lil Nas X’s “Industry Baby,” Normani’s “Motivation,” Cardi B’s “Up,” and Usher’s Super Bowl halftime performance.

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