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DANCE SQUAD WITH AILEY
SEASON ONE TEASER
DANCE SQUAD WITH AILEY
Paw Patrol's DJ Rubble and Alvin Ailey dance instructor Keith Alexander have teamed up to teach preschool kids how to move their bodies! In the first season of this new Noggin Class, we learn routines from and perform six different genres of dance.
Showrunning this new series for Noggin has allowed me to exhibit the best blend of my skills and experience. From writing multiple episodes and leading our writers room, to directing the series, to producing the project and overseeing it from development to delivery, I've loved creating this show and being so involved in every step of the process.
HOLIDAY DANCE PARTY!
DJ Rubble & Keith throw an epic Holiday Party at Alvin Ailey studios!
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The Dance Squad with Ailey Holiday Dance Party premiered on Noggin back in December, and quickly became the most-viewed holiday special on the app. It was also broadcast on Nick Jr. throughout the 2022 Holiday Season.
GO BEHIND THE SCENES
One lucky sweepstakes-winning fan and her family joined us on set for the Dance Squad Holiday Special at Alvin Ailey studios in New York City! Not only did I love giving Alexandria her first taste of directing, we had such a wonderful time filming this joyful celebration of the holidays with so many amazing Ailey students and teachers!
