Morgan Wyman
Dance Teacher/choreographer
Troy,AL
Summary
Experienced Dance Educator and Choreographer with over 15 years in curriculum development, student mentorship, and large-scale production direction. Specializes in coaching competitive dance teams and creating award-winning choreography across diverse styles, including ballet, jazz, and contemporary. Focused on cultivating skilled and creative artists through engaging instruction and performance collaboration.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance Talent Consultant
Miss Troy Pageant Directors
Troy, AL
04.2026 - 05.2026
- Worked alongside directors to elevate Miss Troy's dance performance for talent portion of Miss Alabama competition.
- Conducted private lessons and performance coaching for Anna Grace Miss Troy 2026 leading up to Miss Alabama, concentrating on improvement of dance technique and performance quality.
Dance Teacher/Choreographer
Dance Et Cetera
Helena, AL
09.2019 - Current
- Crafted engaging curricula and choreography for over 20 classes annually, cultivating dance and tumbling skills for 3-18 year-olds.
- Choreographer for award winning competitive troupes and soloists.
- Creator/choreographer of annual musical theatre production (featuring over 60 dancers onstage together).
- Increased enrollment by re-designing the Acro/Tumbling program, creating universal syllabi used to train colleagues for multi-levels of classes.
- Boosted engagement by 30% as Social Media Manager by crafting creative posts and marketing media for Dance Et Cetera's platforms.
Dance Teacher/Choreographer
Dance Connections
Birmingham, AL
09.2019 - Current
- Guest teacher for preschool, elementary camps and classes.
- Joined the staff in 2025 to teach ages3-10 years old on location in schools, fostering a love for dance and music in a heartfelt easy going setting.
UDA Judge/Competition Staff
Universal Dance Association
08.2020 - Current
- Mid-South Region Execution Judge of Solo Showdown (online) and Mississippi's Regional State Dance and Cheer Competition.
- Worked as the On Deck Coordinator for Magic City Regional (Alabama) organizing and prepping teams to take the stage.
Dance Teacher/Choreographer
Dance Connections Performing Arts Center
St. Louis, MO
09.2018 - Current
- Guest choreographer creating solos, small, and large group routines for competitive companies ages 5-18; Winning numerous regional choreography, entertainment, and special awards; including 2 national titles.
- Master class musical theatre teacher for ages 5-18.
Dance Teacher/Choreographer
Platinum Dance Studio
08.2012 - Current
- Mentorand choreographer for award-winning competitive dance students (ages 8-19) in 5 genres, earning 6 choreography awards from 2014-2017.
- Designed and lead summer workshops, enhancing competitive dancers' technique and introducing new skills, including aerial silks, resulting in performance improvement.
- Choreographed solos, duet/trios, and small group routines for competitive company.
Dance Team Coach
Liberty Park Middle School Dance Team
08.2025 - 02.2026
- Coached competitive team in UDA GameDay and Kick divisions (ranked 2nd and 4th nationally).
- Directed music and sidelines during football and basketball game days.
Dance Teacher/Choreographer
Dance Force
09.2010 - 08.2024
- Instructed 80+ competitive dance students in ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, and tumbling (aged 18 months to 18 years).
- 10+ choreography, entertainment, and special awards (2011-2018).
Dance Teacher/Choreographer
The Academy of Ballet and Jazz
05.2018 - 08.2019
- Instructed over 100 competitive and recreational dancers aged 18 months to 18 years in diverse styles, fostering talent that earned many regional awards.
Ghost of Christmas Future/Dance Captain
Arizona Broadway Theatre
12.2016 - 12.2017
- Performed as Ghost of Christmas Future and Sally for two consecutive Christmas seasons at the Herberger Theater Center.
- Led choreography maintenance as dance captain to ensure high-quality staging throughout the run.
Producer/Choreographer/Featured Dancer
Ft. Campbell MWF Awards Benefit
09.2015 - 09.2016
- Developed and performed custom themed dance entertainment for 200+ attendees at Ft. Campbell's MWF Awards, celebrating significant donations for soldiers and families. Cast, choreographed, costumed and performed in the event.
Featured Dancer/Aerialist
Royal Caribbean Cruise Line
04.2012 - 01.2013
- Performed 7 weekly shows aboard Freedom Of The Seas, featuring lead role in murder mystery and delivering engaging dance classes for guests and cast members.
- Acquired expertise in aerial dance, emphasizing silks and double point harness for performance.
Featured Dancer
NHL Allstar Game
Nashville, TN
01.2016 - 01.2016
- Showcased country dance skills with Jennifer Nettles at the NHL All-Star event, entertaining 500+ players and VIPs.
Producer/Choreographer/Featured Dancer
F&M Bank Women's Christmas Brunch
Clarksville, TN
12.2015 - 12.2015
- Created custom themed dance entertainment for Clarksville's largest private bank.
- Cast, choreographed, costumed and performed in the Nutcracker themed event consisting of excerpts from the Nutcracker as well as guest meet and greet after the performance.
Education
BFA - Performing Arts, Dance
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY01.2007
Skills
- Choreography & Production
- Dance Curriculum Development
- Dance Assessment
- Curriculum Management
- Program Development
- Performance Direction
- Event Coordination
- Student Mentorship
- Team leadership
- Recruitment & Retention
- Community Engagement
- Digital Engagement
Awards
Choreography Honors
- Multiple Regional Choreography Awards
- Entertainment Awards
- Special Judges Awards
- National Title-Winning Choreography
- Competitive Team Placings at Regional and National Events
Timeline
Dance Talent Consultant
Miss Troy Pageant Directors
04.2026 - 05.2026
Dance Team Coach
Liberty Park Middle School Dance Team
08.2025 - 02.2026
UDA Judge/Competition Staff
Universal Dance Association
08.2020 - Current
Dance Teacher/Choreographer
Dance Et Cetera
09.2019 - Current
Dance Teacher/Choreographer
Dance Connections
09.2019 - Current
Dance Teacher/Choreographer
Dance Connections Performing Arts Center
09.2018 - Current
Dance Teacher/Choreographer
The Academy of Ballet and Jazz
05.2018 - 08.2019
Ghost of Christmas Future/Dance Captain
Arizona Broadway Theatre
12.2016 - 12.2017
Featured Dancer
NHL Allstar Game
01.2016 - 01.2016
Producer/Choreographer/Featured Dancer
F&M Bank Women's Christmas Brunch
12.2015 - 12.2015
Producer/Choreographer/Featured Dancer
Ft. Campbell MWF Awards Benefit
09.2015 - 09.2016
Dance Teacher/Choreographer
Platinum Dance Studio
08.2012 - Current
Featured Dancer/Aerialist
Royal Caribbean Cruise Line
04.2012 - 01.2013
Dance Teacher/Choreographer
Dance Force
09.2010 - 08.2024
BFA - Performing Arts, Dance
Western Kentucky University