72 Hillside Drive
Drums
PA 18222
Let’s welcome back TAOD alumni Fran Paladino for this super fun jazz funk master class!
Ages 10 and up:
12:00pm – 1:30pm $20
Fran began her dance career at just three years old training in ballet, jazz, lyrical, modern, musical theater, tap, and hip hop at Tracey’s Academy of Dance, where she earned multiple titles and awards. Fran knew she was passionate about dance from an early age, and she continues to share that passion with others today.
Throughout college, Fran was a member of the Temple University Diamond Gems, where she made history helping the team both make and return to finals, placing among the top teams in the nation at UDA Nationals, as well as performed at football, Men’s and Women’s Basketball games, and volleyball matches.
Post-graduation, Fran has continued to train under many impactful people in the industry including, Charles Smith, Casie “Tynee” Goshow, Jose Ramos “Hollywood”, and others at locations such as Powerhouse Dance South Jersey, Flair Dance Company, Ripley Grier Studios, Brickhouse NYC, Millennium Dance Complex LA, and Playground LA. She even competed at World of Dance New Jersey in 2023! Fran has also performed at the Rhythym and Blues Music Festival for iconic artist, Shanice, under the direction of Rosero McCoy. Fran currently can be found dancing for the Philadelphia 76ers with Squad 76, fulfilling a lifelong dream. With Squad 76, Fran has the chance to entertain and connect with fans through many different appearances and performance opportunities. Squad 76 has also offered Fran the opportunity to perform with artists such as the Ying Yang Twins, Lumidee, and Roscoe Dash.
Fran continues to further her training throughout the Philadelphia, South Jersey, and New York areas. She hopes to continue to share her passion and love for dance with those around her! She can’t wait to dance with you!!