Assistant Director and Instructor

Miss Sophia is a proud graduate of Clements High School,

is a seasoned dancer with a remarkable 17 years of experience, Sophia has graced various studios in the vibrant dance scene of Houston, TX. Her passion for dance reached new heights during her time at Clements High School, where she became an integral part of the Dance Team. Under the spotlight, she honed her skills across an array of dance styles, showcasing her versatility in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Jazz Funk, Contemporary, Modern, Bollywood, Musical Theatre, Kick, Pom, and Skirts. Adding another feather to her cap, Sophia also seized the opportunity to choreograph captivating musical numbers for her Theatre Group, leaving an indelible mark on the stage.

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Over the past year, Miss Sophia has transitioned from being a dedicated student to a passionate teacher at local dance studios in Missouri City, Texas. In this role, she has had the privilege of imparting her knowledge to dancers spanning ages 3 to 16, specializing in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, and Contemporary. Her commitment to nurturing the next generation of dancers reflects her dedication to the art and her desire to inspire others.

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The stage is set for a vibrant collaboration, and Miss Sophia is poised to contribute her unique flair to all students at the Sienna Dance Project!

Tap And Hip Hop Instructor

McKinley Young graduated from the University of Central Arkansas in 2023 with a B.S. in History and a minor in Teaching and Learning. She was honored as the Outstanding BSE Student of the Year and was recently nominated for the 2024–2025 Outstanding Early-Career Teacher of the Year award.

McKinley has trained in ballet, tap, jazz, modern, lyrical, contemporary, hip hop, and musical theater since the age of eight and has been a dance educator and competition choreographer since she was eighteen. She continues her dance training at Soreal Dance Studio and the Institute of Contemporary Dance in Houston to grow as both a dancer and teacher.

She specializes in tap technique and performance, having been a member of the professional tap group UnTapped and a longtime participant in the Little Rock Tap Festival.

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McKinley is excited to bring her talents to SDP!

Artist Instructor 

Karla is grateful to have grown up attending dance competitions and conventions in the Houston area. She has trained in various styles of dance for the last 12 years including ballet, jazz, contemporary, tap, acro, modern, pom, and more. Her dedication to dance is evident by the scholarships she’s received from different conventions and master classes. Her time on an award-winning competition team helped her gain experience, and become the dancer she is today. Furthermore, her journey in dance has allowed her to be familiar with the general dance audition process. Karla serves as the Lieutenant Colonel of her high school dance team. She is eager to be a leader and share her knowledge. Karla loves to work with dancers and nurture their passion for dance. She is committed to fostering a positive environment that each dancer feels comfortable to grow in. Karla is so excited to be at Sienna Dance Project and can’t wait to help dancers reach their goals!

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Ballet Instructor

Katie Trevino Lammers received an Associate of Arts Degree in Dance at San Jacinto College South in 2008. She was a part of the San Jacinto College Dance Performing Arts Company for two years and participated in the American College Dance Festival. She received a scholarship to the Bill Evans Workshop in Brockport, NY, the Joanna Friesen scholarship from the University of Houston Dance Faculty, and a scholarship to the American Dance Festival in Durham, NC. She was a part of the UH Dance ENSEMBLE Company for two years and the Young Audience Touring Company. She earned her B.A. Degree in Dance in 2012 from the University of Houston. She has continued her dance education by taking dance classes in the Houston area and various summer and winter dance intensives.

Katie has guest performed in two of FrentiCore’s shows; there is no answer as to why me: A Dance Tribute to David Rakoff in 2013 and Quench in 2014. Recently, she has performed for Opera in the Heights, ReFine Arts production of WITCH and Frenzied Phony, and Rebecca 

French's Bodies of Light at the Glass Crescent. She has danced with Uptown Dance Company for six seasons. 

Katie has been teaching at various dance studios in southeast Texas since 2006. She teaches all levels of ballet, pointe, variations, PBT,(Progressive Ballet Technique) conditioning, modern, partnering, and improv. She is the Artistic Director of the Pre-Professional Dance Company, artistic edGe. They have performed Katie's choreography at the Houston Fringe Festival, Houston Fringe Festival’s: Anything Goes, Project Dance, Comedy Dance Festival, Merging Forces, An Evening of Praise and Thanksgiving, Mind the Gap 11.0, and Artists for Hope and the Latino Dance Festival. 

This will be her seventeenth year teaching at Studio-G Dance and her first time at Sienna Dance Project.

Guest Instructor

With over 14 years of dance training and a deep appreciation for global dance cultures, Annemarie brings a well-rounded and passionate approach to teaching. Her experience includes studying with master instructors around the world and teaching students of all ages and skill levels—from young beginners in Fiji to adult dancers in professional studios.

As a former high school dance captain, she developed strong leadership and mentorship skills, serving as a teacher, communicator, and motivator for her team. Currently pursuing a degree in Contemporary Dance at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, Annemarie is committed to continuing her education while sharing her love for dance through teaching.

Driven by kindness, persistence, and a lifelong desire to learn, Annemarie is honored to help students grow in both technique and confidence at Sienna Dance Project.

 Yoga and Modern Instructor

Andrea Andrea Oregón danced competitively with the Epic Center for Dance as a child— as a teen, an officer position competing with Elkins Elite Dance Team 2016-2019 under the direction of Eboni Wafer. After graduating high school, she started her professional journey with the direction of Harrison Guy on the Urban Souls Dance Company and still stands with them today. Modern dance wasn’t the only style of dance Andrea pursued professionally. She embarked on a journey with Fred Astaire Dance as a competitive ballroom professional/Teacher from 2021-2023 after being in a fast-paced ballroom dance environment for almost two years. Andrea decided to “slow things down” and partake in a new adventure, Yoga Teacher Training. She holds an RYS YTT 200HR certification, teaches yoga at various locations, and continues teaching multiple dance styles to individuals and couples.

Acro and Guest Instructor

Born and raised in California, Paulina has been dancing for 18 years, training in ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, lyrical, hip hop (including Latin hip hop), as well as both studio settings and her high school dance team. During her time on the team, she choreographed numerous performances that helped shape her creativity and leadership as a dancer.

Since 2021, she has continued to immerse herself in dance, using it as a source of passion and inspiration alongside her studies. Her teaching background includes leading exercise classes and peer instruction on her high school dance team, where she gained experience working with people of all ages and skill levels. She takes pride in creating a welcoming, encouraging environment that helps dancers overcome challenges and achieve their goals.

As a member of the Sienna Dance Project faculty, Paulina is excited to share her love of dance, bring fresh creativity, and inspire young dancers to grow both in and out of the studio.

Acro, Jazz, and Contemporary Instructor

Soren Rivero is a dancer and choreographer from the Richmond/Sugar Land area who teaches and performs across Houston. He is a member of several respected groups, including Ad Deum’s Mentorship Program, Untamed Soul (House of Ostora Houston) Dance Crew, Folkoholic Dabke and Zaffa, and Delicate Rose Productions. He also teaches at the Delicate Rose School of Arts in Jersey Village, Diva Dance Sugar Land, and Pure Barre.

Soren began dancing at 16 when he discovered jazz and contemporary, later expanding his training to include ballet, modern, hip hop, heels, house, and more. He has developed a passion for teaching jazz, as well as Horton and Graham modern dance techniques. In his classes, Soren combines professional-level structure with creativity, encouraging developing dancers while fostering artistic curiosity. He also integrates his knowledge of fitness, barre, and pilates to give students a well-rounded experience in both conditioning and choreography.

In addition to teaching recreational and competitive students, Soren has worked closely with drill teams and competition dancers, whose performances have earned awards ranging from gold to platinum, as well as Judge’s Choice honors. He is excited to bring his energy, creativity, and passion for dance to Sienna Dance Project.

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Ballet and Guest Instructor

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 Dance Instructor

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