Legacy Dance Productions. Dance Studio serving Zebulon, Bunn, Louisburg, Wendell, Knightdale, Rolesville, Youngsville, Spring Hope, Bailey
7 Clyde Pearce Rd
Zebulon, NC 27597
919.495.7598
We are excited to introduce our team of expert dance instructors, each dedicated to challenging you and helping you achieve your fullest potential. At Legacy Dance Productions, we strive to create more than just a professional dance environment — we aim to build a supportive community where instructors, students, and parents come together as a family. Here, we lift each other up, inspire one another, and encourage everyone to be their very best.
Mrs. BrieAnna Hester Alford
Owner / Artistic Director​​
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BrieAnna Alford resides in Zebulon, NC with her husband Jason, and their two children, Johnny and Clarke. Originally from Henderson, NC, BrieAnna grew up immersed in dance and gymnastics, fueling a lifelong passion for movement and teaching. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Dance Studies from Meredith College, where she was an active member of the Meredith Dance Theatre and the Meredith Tap and Jazz Company. BrieAnna was proud to make history as the first person to represent Meredith College at the National American College Dance Festival (ACDFA), performing a solo at the prestigious Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C.
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Throughout her career, BrieAnna has had the privilege of learning from renowned dancers and choreographers such as Shae Sullivan, Gene Medler, Napoleon and Tabitha D'umo, Tommy Bracco, Savion Glover, and many more. She has also honed her skills at several renowned dance intensives, including the Rockettes Summer Dance Program in New York City.
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In addition to her dance career, BrieAnna has a strong background in pageantry, earning multiple titles including Miss North Carolina’s Outstanding Teen, top 5 finalist and preliminary talent winner at Miss North Carolina, and numerous awards for talent and community service. In 2012, she was honored with the President’s Lifetime Achievement Award for completing over 4,000 hours of community service.
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BrieAnna has dedicated years to teaching both competitive and recreational dancers, and her love for teaching ultimately led her to pursue her dream of opening her own dance studio.
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"These experiences have led me to where I am today and I look forward to sharing that passion with others in our community.
I love working with dancers of all ages and watching them shine on stage." - Mrs. BrieAnna
Mrs. Sydney Cracchiolo
Company Director​
Sydney Cracchiolo is a proud graduate of East Carolina University, where she earned her BFA in Dance Performance and Choreography. She and her husband, Matt currently reside in Pilot with their cat, Mr. Fribbles… he’s quite the star!
During her time at ECU, Sydney had the amazing opportunity to showcase her talent in a variety of performances, collaborating with faculty, fellow students, and guest artists. One standout experience for Sydney was working with Daniel Madoff in 2019, when he set an excerpt of a Merce Cunningham piece on their group. She also had the privilege of working with Ellen Sickenberger, the Artistic Director of Depth Dance, in 2022.
At ECU, Sydney honed her skills in jazz, modern, contemporary, ballet, and tap dance under the guidance of talented instructors such as John Dixon, Jessica Teague, and Tommi Galaska. It was through this training that Sydney discovered her true passion for teaching and choreographing, which she now shares with students at Legacy Dance Productions.
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Sydney's journey in dance began at the young age of 3. In 2008, Sydney began the world of competitive dance! While competing, she won several regional and national awards. Sydney loves being on the other side of competition life training dancers, watching them grow, and see them shine on stage.
Throughout her 15 years in the industry, Sydney has had the privilege of training with renowned choreographers such as Mark Meismer, Mandy Moore, Mark Goodman, and Teddy Forance. She also discovered a love for theatre through her involvement in Ira David Wood III’s production of “A Christmas Carol,” where she took on multiple main and ensemble roles. One of Sydney's most memorable experiences was traveling to New York City in 2018 with Legacy Dance Productions to perform in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade as part of the Spirit of America Dancers.
Sydney's dedication to dance, combined with her love for teaching and choreographing, continues to inspire those around her as she spreads her passion for dance far and wide. She can’t wait to train the next generation of artists at Legacy Dance Productions!
Mrs. Cassie Quinton
Preschool Instructor
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Cassie Quinton has been teaching at Legacy Dance Productions since graduating high school, where she has had the privilege of sharing her love for dance and helping students develop their skills. With 15 years of experience in various dance styles, Cassie is passionate about inspiring young dancers to grow both technically and creatively. She values the opportunity to not only teach, but to connect with her students on a personal level, building trust and confidence as they progress in their dance journey. Cassie looks forward to seeing her students’ smiling faces each week, knowing the positive impact dance has on their lives.
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In addition to her teaching role at Legacy, Cassie is pursuing a career in the criminal justice field, with aspirations to become a Crime Scene Investigator. In December, she graduated from Wesleyan University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice. Though her studies keep her busy, she remains committed to her dance students, excited to share her love of movement and art with them. Dance will always hold a special place in her heart, and she is thrilled for the upcoming season at Legacy, eager to continue inspiring and supporting her students.
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Mrs. Amber Wise
Clogging​
Amber Wise's dance journey began at the age of 2, where she quickly immersed herself in workshops and competitions, refining her skills under the guidance of industry leaders like Al Gilbert, Stepp Stewart, and Tammy Colucci. In 2008, she earned the title of Youth Dance Ambassador at the Dance Troupe, Inc. Competition, a testament to her dedication and talent. After high school, Amber joined the North Carolina State University Clogging Team, where she served as an officer for two years before becoming the student director in 2011.
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Her time with the Wolfpack Cloggers allowed Amber to study under renowned instructors such as Andrew and Kacie Babbitt of Final Destination, Chip and Misty Harrison of Down South Dance, and Joel Harrison of All That!. Over the course of five years, she earned notable achievements, including competing at the American Clogging Hall of Fame Conference and Clogging Champions of America Conference. Amber was also a member of the 2nd place Traditional Line Team at the 2009 ACHF Nationals and the 1st Runner Up Small Team at the 2011 CCA Nationals.
Upon graduating from North Carolina State University in 2012, Amber transitioned into a career as both a school teacher and a dance instructor. Alongside teaching clogging at Legacy, she is the Middle School Intervention teacher at East Wake Academy. Amber is passionate about sharing her love of dance with students at Legacy and is thrilled to inspire the next generation of performers!
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Ms. Tama Guerra
Ballet
Tama Guerra began her ballet training in Brazil under the guidance of Mrs. Aracy Evans, renowned as the 'teacher of teachers' in Brazil. At 15, she received a scholarship to the Escuela Nacional de Ballet de Cuba, the world’s largest and most prestigious ballet school, where she graduated at 18 as both a Classical Dancer and Ballet Teacher. Throughout her career, Tama has toured Europe and performed in Germany.
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Upon returning to Brazil, Tama joined the Ballet Stadium in São Paulo, where she continued her professional dance career and began teaching. In 2010, she was appointed as Ballet Master for a company in São Paulo. Over the course of 13 years, Tama taught ballet at all levels, from beginner to advanced, and successfully prepared students for exams at the Royal Academy of Dance (London) and ENBC (Cuba).
Mrs. Cristy scott
office manager
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Cristy is the friendly face behind the desk at Legacy Dance Productions, where she greets everyone with a warm smile, answers phone calls and emails, and ensures that everything runs smoothly for both dancers and families. She is dedicated to taking care of all the details that keep the studio organized and efficient, making sure each dancer’s experience is as seamless and enjoyable as possible.
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Before joining the team at Legacy, Cristy worked as a nurse at a local doctor’s office, where she developed her strong organizational skills and caring approach. She now brings that same attention to detail and passion for helping others to her role at the studio.
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Cristy lives in Zebulon with her husband, Willie, and their four beloved dogs: Charlie, Rueben, Chloe, and Harvey. She is also a proud mother of three grown children: Noah, an airline pilot; Cassie, who works at Legacy Dance Productions; and Zack, who is pursuing a career as a lineman. When she’s not at the studio, Cristy loves to unwind by spending time at the beach.
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Ms. Stephanie Alford
Stephanie Alford resides in Apex, NC, and is originally from Zebulon, NC, where she began her dance training at the age of 3 and continued through high school. She then attended Meredith College, earning a Bachelor's degree in English along with K-6 teaching licensure. During her time at Meredith, Stephanie was an active member of the Meredith Jazz and Tap Company, contributing as both a performer and choreographer.
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Over the years, Stephanie has had the opportunity to learn from prominent dancers and choreographers such as Chloe and Maud Arnold, Julie Kay Stallcup, Al Gilbert, Gene Medler, and Tammy Colucci. Since 2010, she has been teaching dance, sharing her passion for movement with dancers of all ages and skill levels across a variety of styles.
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In addition to teaching dance, Stephanie is currently an elementary school teacher with Wake County Public Schools. She loves working with children and is thrilled to bring her passion for dance to Legacy Dance Productions, where she is excited to inspire and teach the next generation of dancers.
Mrs. Taylor McGlothlin
Taylor McGlothlin is a resident of Pilot, NC where she lives with her husband Grant and two children, Grier and Bennett. Taylor attended Meredith College in Raleigh, and graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Biology and a license to teach high school. While attending Meredith College, Taylor was a member of two audition-based companies: Meredith Dance Theatre and Meredith Jazz and Tap Company, where she performed at concerts and conferences around North Carolina and surrounding states, and choreographed pieces for the Meredith College dance concerts. While attending Meredith, she had the opportunity to study under many popular dance artists at various conferences and perform in the works of acclaimed guest choreographers. She began her dance training at the age of 3 and continued her dance training through college. Taylor is trained in tap, ballet, jazz, clogging, hip hop, lyrical, modern, and acro. She has been teaching dance and gymnastics for 8 years at various locations including Cary, Wilson, and Nashville, NC. Taylor is currently the school nurse for Franklin County School Systems. She cannot wait to share her passion for dance with the dancers/tumblers in the area and inspire a life-long love of the art!
Kaelyn Sterling
Kaelyn is a recent graduate of East Carolina University where she obtained her BFA in Dance with a concentration in Performance and Choreography and a Minor in Business Administration. She began dancing at the age of 3 in Raleigh, North Carolina and later discovered her passion for choreography. Kaelyn has an extensive background in contemporary, hip hop, improvisation, jazz, and ballet, and she is thrilled to begin her journey with Legacy Dance Productions.
Ms. reagan Frazier
Reagan is currently a Junior at East Carolina University, where she is pursuing a major in Dance Performance and Choreography, along with a minor in Business Administration. As an Honors College student, she is committed to academic excellence while nurturing her artistic talents. Reagan is also a proud Legacy Alum from the class of 2022, where she developed a strong foundation in both dance and leadership.
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Having danced since the age of 3, Reagan has honed her skills in a wide range of styles, including tap, jazz, ballet, hip-hop, modern, lyrical, African, and clogging. This diverse training has allowed her to become a versatile performer and choreographer. Throughout her journey, dance has been a constant source of joy, expression, and inspiration.
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Reagan feels incredibly grateful to have the opportunity to share her passion for dance with others as a teacher at Legacy Dance Productions.
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