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Karah Abarca

Karah Abarca

Danielsville,PA

Summary

A current student at Northampton Community College with a skill for adaptability and leadership. Expertly manages 3 jobs, all of which include: Wedding Assistance, Choreographer for the Jewish Community Center, and Choreographer for Northampton High School.

Adept at helping dancers condition for challenging routines. Good planner, organizer and problem-solver with proven choreography skills and specialization in: Hip-Hop, Jazz, and classic street styles.

Overview

5
5

Years of experience

Work History

Dance Performer

I Love Dance Intensive
04.2024 - 06.2024
  • Spring 2024
  • Nurtured relationships with other artists, fostering collaborative opportunities within the professional dance community.
  • Expanded cultural awareness by incorporating traditional dance elements from various regions into performances.
  • Received accolades from critics for outstanding individual performances, contributing to the overall success of productions.
  • Strengthened teamwork skills by collaborating closely with fellow performers during rehearsals and live shows.
  • Improved physical stamina and flexibility through rigorous training sessions, enhancing on-stage capabilities.

Choreographer

Northampton High School
11.2024 - 03.2025
  • Roald Dahl’s Matilda – Spring 2025
  • Composed sequences of steps and moves for dancers.
  • Choreographed performances for individuals and groups.
  • Fostered a positive team atmosphere by addressing conflicts constructively and promoting mutual respect among dancers.
  • Discovered and utilized talents of team.
  • Enhanced performance quality by developing innovative choreography for various dance productions.
  • Helped students understand rhythm, leaps, turns and posture.
  • Expanded the company''s repertoire by researching new styles, techniques, and emerging trends in dance performance.
  • Helped students work on facial expressions to match dance moves.
  • Implemented creative and challenging choreography to push students to next level.
  • Created variety of original dance routines for different classes according to skill level and performance plans.

Lead Dance Captain

Pennsylvania Playhouse
05.2025 - 08.2025
  • In the Heights – Summer 2025
  • Kept team properly spaces and positioned during numbers.
  • Developed strong team dynamics through effective communication and leadership skills, resulting in seamless performances.
  • Enhanced overall performance by creating and implementing innovative choreography for dance routines.
  • Helped struggling members with techniques and choreography.
  • Advocated for company growth by participating in industry conferences, panels, or workshops as a representative of the organization.
  • Evaluated dancer progress through regular assessments, providing tailored feedback for individual improvement.
  • Provided constructive feedback to dancers, enabling them to improve their technique and stage presence.
  • Learned new choreography and staging quickly in order to coach team on routines.

Choreographer

Jewish Community Center
08.2025 - Current
  • The Wizard of Oz - Fall 2025
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Experienced in keeping order with a large group of students ranging from 6 - 18 years old.

Dance Performer

Ripley Grier Studios
06.2018 - Current
  • Elevated participant engagement by developing interactive training modules.
  • Participated in masterclasses with renowned professionals, expanding knowledge of diverse dance styles and techniques.
  • Contributed to successful productions by diligently rehearsing choreography and maintaining a strong work ethic.
  • Enhanced performance quality by consistently attending dance classes and mastering various techniques.
  • Received praise from instructors for demonstrating exceptional growth in technical skills and artistry.
  • Maintained a professional attitude and work ethic during long rehearsals and performances.
  • Picked up choreography moves easily and immediately incorporated changes in choreography or new moves by staying flexible.

Education

High School Diploma -

Northampton Area High School
Northampton, PA
05-2024

GED -

Northampton Community College
Bethlehem, PA
01.2026

Skills

  • Music interpretation
  • Innovative thinking
  • Improvisational skills
  • Choreography development
  • Stage presence
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Excellent communication
  • Reliability
  • Professionalism

Work Availability

monday
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morning
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Awards

Emmy Nominee: Participant in the 2023 Freddy Awards, 

Best Choreography from a Large School: 2025 Freddy Awards, 

Most Compelling Performance by an Actress: 2023 Bucks County Theatre Festival, 

President of the Theatre Department at Northampton High School: Award Year 2023-2024

Work Preference

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCareer advancement

Timeline

Choreographer

Jewish Community Center
08.2025 - Current

Lead Dance Captain

Pennsylvania Playhouse
05.2025 - 08.2025

Choreographer

Northampton High School
11.2024 - 03.2025

Dance Performer

I Love Dance Intensive
04.2024 - 06.2024

Dance Performer

Ripley Grier Studios
06.2018 - Current

High School Diploma -

Northampton Area High School

GED -

Northampton Community College

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