JULIA LEPORE

JAZZ, HIP HOP, POM, & TEAM PERFORMANCE

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Julia Lepore is a junior at the University of Michigan balancing her passion for dance with an ambitious academic path. As a third-year member of the University of Michigan Dance Team, Julia has honed in on both artistry and athleticism while pursuing a dual degree in Dance and Psychology, alongside a minor in Entrepreneurship. Throughout her time in the esteemed Michigan Dance Department, Julia has had the opportunity to perform in numerous BFA Thesis showcases, First Year Dance Company performances, Power Center Performances choreographed by renowned choreographers, as well as training under the creators of Vim & Vigor Dance Company. Alongside the University’s performance opportunities, Julia continuously gains exponential education and exposure from attending dance conventions and events including the Royal Flux Dance Intensive where she was able to learn from Brian Friedman, Shannon Mather, Danny Lawn, Blake McGrath, and many other industry leaders. Julia’s commitment to dance extends further, as she is also an active member of Dance 2XS Michigan, an Ann Arbor based hip-hop club that  performs student choreography at various campus events.

Originally from Shelby Township, MI, Julia's dance journey began at Suzette's Masters of Dance, where she trained in various styles, earning solo title honors and multiple perfect scores. She further enriched her experience as a three-year member of The Works Performing Arts Company where she gained experience performing in commercials for Rise Above Apparel, and works including “5am,” “Santa’s Workshop,” “Without Fear,” and “Soprano.” During her high school years, Julia was also a three-year member of the Eisenhower Varsity Dance Team, serving as captain in her senior year and securing a total of three UDA National Championships.

Beyond competitive commercial and concert dance, Julia shares her passion through teaching and choreography, crafting pieces for numerous dance studios and teams in both Michigan and Ohio. She is also a staff member of 2U4U, a recruitment training company, which prepares kids to attend dance combines and clinics. Julia is looking forward to bringing her creativity further into the industry with Tribe 99! Julia is driven by the desire to create choreography that transcends a mere sequence of steps, aiming to convey profound meaning, purpose, and intention that resonates deeply with dancers and audiences alike, encouraging them to truly feel their unique passions behind every piece of movement.