Dawn Smith-Theodore - Dawn Smith-Theodore Dawn has owned and operated A Step in Time School of Dance for the past 18 years. She was raised in Cincinnati where her mother operated her own studio for 55 years. Dawn has performed in Japan, Mexico, the Virgin Islands and throughout the United States. Dawn has appeared on television, commercials, and has performed with different theater groups. Dawn has most recently performed with her students at the Sydney 2000 Olympics, Fox Studios, Sydney, Sydney Wonderland, Carnegie Hall in New York City, and The Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship "Sovereign of the Seas." Dawn taught in NYC before moving to Los Angeles as well as guest teaching throughout the USA. Dawn graduated from Miami University in Ohio with a B.A. degree in psychology and sociology and from Antioch University Los Angeles with a M.A. in Clinical Psychology. In addition to dancing, Dawn works as a therapist at an eating disorder residential treatment center in Malibu.

Becky Masseth - Becky graduated from Pointe Park College with a B.A. in Dance. Becky has performed for choreographer, Debbie Allen, of Fame as well as a soloist for the DonLavy Dance Company. Becky was featured as a dancer in Shaqutacular at Universal Studios. She is currently performing on The Queen Mary.  Becky teaches Hip Hop, Lyrical, Ballet, and Jazz, but is trained in Tap. She is an added asset to the studio. You will love her choreography.

Shaun Curtin Shaun is a faculty member of A Step in Time and is thrilled to be a part of the team. Shaun most recently appeared in The Radio City Christmas Show as well as a featured dancer on Celebrity Cruises, Disney World, and Busch Gardens. He danced in Salt Lake City for the Opening Ceremonies of The Olympics. He graduated from The University Of Massachusetts with a B.F.A. in Dance. His extensive dance training includes both The Boston & Joffrey Ballet.  Shaun was featured in "Shag With A Twist" at The LA Theatre. He also performed at Disneyland in Snow White and recently returned from Tokyo Disneyland.

Raul Mochorro - Raul graduated from the High School for Performing Arts in Houston. He received a full scholarship to the University of Arizona to study dance. He trained with The Houston Ballet, The Houston Metropolitan Dance Co., Julliard, and The Rock School of The Pennsylvania Ballet. He has performed at Jacobs Pillow in “Jazz Path to Broadway” as well as The Houston Ballet, The LA Opera. He has also appeared in American Dreams and danced for Wade Robson. He was most recently seen in “Shag With A Twist” in LA.

Danielle Van Aulen- Danielle graduated from Pointe Park College with a BFA in Dance. She was in The Don Levy Dance Company and was most recently in “Magic Redefined” touring Southern California. Danielle specializes in teaching Ballet, Jazz, and Acrobatics and sharing her love of dance with students.

Samantha Lee - Samantha graduated from Oklahoma City University with a B.A. in Performing Arts.  She has performed for the American Music Awards, Up Close and Personal Tour for Brian McKnight, as well as Beyonce Dancer for the NBA All Star Game.  She danced in Snow White at Disneyland and has appeared in many commercials.  Samantha teaches ballet, Jazz, and Hip Hop.  We are pleased to have her as an addition to A Step In Time. 

Nonny Price - Nonny Dawn Price has been studying dance since the age of 3, and dancing professionaly since the age of 14. Nonny obtained a B.A. in dance from Point Park University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She has worked for the summer stock theatre company, the Kenley Players of Ohio and has choreographed two world tours for pop sensation, Aaron Carter as well as two full albums of videos for thee pop sensation. She has toured as a dancer with Cher and Lou Bega as well. Nonny has appeared on the Grammy and Latin Grammy Awards with Shakira, as well as several music videos for various pop, country and rock stars. She has been seen in commercials for Taco Bell, Gap and American Express as well as her ownn interview on the TYRA show. Other credits include: Jay Leno, David Letterman, Ellen, and The Rosie O'Donnel Show.

Jenny Mullaney - Jennifer was fortunate enough to meet the love of her life very early when she started dancing at 4 in San Diego.  She trained in hip hop, tap, ballet, jazz, and lyrical.  As a teen she started competing, winning top honors at regional and national competitions.  She was also involved as a choreographer for her high school dance program.  She went on to UC Berkeley while dancing for Culture Shock Oakland and furthering her modern and contemporary repertoire through the UC Berkeley dance department and local studios.  Happy to return to southern california and pursue a commercial dance career as well as acting, Jennifer trains with top teachers in the industry at EDGE PAC.  She feels honored to have had the opportunity to work with AKON, Emminem, Unwritten Law, and Nikkole.  Her most recent role is a "bikini assassin" the film Samurai Avenger.  She is thrilled to be teaching at A Step in Time and hopes her own passion for dance inspires her students to keep dancing towards their dreams.

Desiree Duarte- Desiree recently moved back to Los Angeles after appearing on Broadway in Swing. She also was in the National Tour of Saturday Night Fever. She has been featured on The NFL Super Bowl XXIX and The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Desiree graduated from Santa Clara University with a B.A. in Theatre and Dance.