SAMMY (NEVIN) MCFADDEN

HIP HOP, JAZZ

Sammy McFadden stands as a trailblazing choreographer, recognized for her relentless pursuit of authentic, creative excellence, as well as unwavering commitment to elevating and pushing forward the dance team industry. Renowned for pushing creative boundaries, McFadden consistently injects storytelling, impeccable quality of movement, and a mature artistic sensibility into her choreography. Her career boasts routines that have earned national championships, but more importantly, have pushed the needle of quality in dance team hip hop forward. Sammy’s most well known work includes “Gimme That” (Coral Reef HS Hip Hop 2024), the groundbreaking "Smooth Criminal" (LSU Hip Hop 2024 - co-choreographed with Carsen Rowe), "Caught Up" (Coral Reef HS Hip Hop 2023), and "Like A Boy" (LSU Hip Hop 2022 - co-choreographed with Carsen Rowe).

Hailing originally from Denver, CO, Sammy McFadden commenced her dance journey, later securing a spot with the nationally ranked LSU Tiger Girls dance team. Since graduating in 2016, McFadden has become an integral part of the program, contributing her choreographic prowess alongside her dear friend and co-choreographer, Carsen Rowe.

Venturing into the competitive landscape of Los Angeles post-graduation, Sammy furthered her commercial dance career, earning representation from the esteemed talent agency Go2Talent. Her training at KreativMndz Academy under luminaries like Antoine Troupe, Kolanie Marks, Sienna Lyons, Devin Soloman, Luther Brown, Parris Goebel, and Calvit Hodge broadened her artistic horizon while laying the foundation of her passion for creating choreography by way of learning from these incredible creatives.

Now splitting time between Atlanta and New Orleans, Sammy McFadden has become a driving force in the dance industry, serving as a creative powerhouse for Tribe 99's CHOREO-CONNECT agency and advocating for dance teams nationwide. Still passionate about personal growth, Sammy owes her success as a choreographer to the many teachers she still trains under in Atlanta. 

A dedicated professional with an unbridled passion for dance, Sammy McFadden also has made waves in the dance studio circuit, collaborating with renowned institutions such as Larkin Dance Studio of St. Paul, Minnesota, and Dance Unlimited of Miami, FL, to name a few. 

McFadden remains a transformative force within the dance community, driven by a boundless determination to push artistic boundaries and leave an indelible mark on not only the world of choreography, but the dancers she works with. Witness her genuine passion for creating and varied innovative pieces of work over on her Instagram @Sammy__McFadden.