FACULTY
Elaine Johns, Artistic Director, Instructor
Miss Elaine previously taught Ballet and Modern dance in St. Helena from 2010-2020, at Little Feet School of Dance, to students from preschool through adult. She strives to inspire a love of the arts in a positive, healthy environment where all who dream to dance are welcome!
Elaine earned a Minor in Dance from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, while completing a BA in Liberal Studies focusing on education. She continues her professional development through college courses and national associations. Her early training began at the age of 7 with Janet Sassoon, formerly of San Francisco Ballet, along with Camden Lloyd, and continued with Connie Dolan (among other dance teachers) through high school. Elaine trained at San Luis Obispo Civic Ballet where she was invited to an apprentice position in the company, and she has been invited to be a guest performer and teacher throughout Northern California.
Recent projects include co-directing the full-length Nutcracker ballet at Center Stage Studios, Middletown CA 2019-2023, where she also danced Sugar Plum and designed and crafted costumes, sets and props.
Her philosophy is to create a dance experience that challenges and encourages students to explore the artistry, expression, discipline, tradition and joy of dance. Her approach is holistic and seeks to bring out and showcase the individual best in each student. She highlights the many facets of dance education that not only develop a well-rounded dancer, but also a well-rounded person, with skills and attitudes that translate to the world beyond the dance floor.
Emily Bullaro, Instructor
Emily Bullaro has been dancing 15 years and is trained in multiple styles, including Jazz, Ballet, Lyrical and Musical Theatre, with a specialty in Jazz. She has performed in multiple productions of the Nutcracker ballet presented by Center Stage Studios, Middletown CA, in an assortment of corps and solo roles. She has also been a member of the Illusion dance team, attending various dance conventions and competitions. Emily is passionate about connecting with kids who are eager to learn about dance and performing! Her goal is to create a safe environment that encourages students to express themselves, while also instructing and training them with the elements of technique and joy of being a dancer.
