Dance Educators of America

Dance. Educate. Inspire.

(914) 636-3200

Dance Educators Of America
World-Class dance organization, dedicated to education first. 

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Drew burgess
Jazz, contemp, lyrical

Ohio native, Drew made his industry debut on Live with Regis during Amazing Kids Week. Upon relocating to California, he trained at L.A.’s best studios including EDGE, Millennium, Fusion, and the PAC Annex. Drew is highly sought after as a performer, choreographer, master teacher, dance supervisor & dance captain. Drew also judges for NextStar, American Dance Awards, and Dance Masters of America. A former competitor himself, Drew’s titles include Jr. Mr. and Mr. Dance of America. Drew is certified by test to teach through DMA & is an active member in Chapter # 16, Ohio Dance Masters.

Drew’s passion for dance circles the globe with master classes, performances, & choreography year-round. Corporate and live entertainment credits include: GMC, Nestlé, Reebok, CitiGroup, Arbonne & American Greetings with Taylor Swift. Drew’s students have accolades including: Teen Miss Dance of Arizona, Male Dancer of the Year, Miss Dance of Ohio & the newest, Mr. Dance of America. Drew’s national choreography merits include the Sherry Gold Memorial Choreography Award at DMA & Best Choreography at NextStar. Drew is currently a Dance Company Director at Above the Barre and is also on tour with Rasta Thomas’ “ROCK the Ballet” starring the Bad Boys of Dance.