meet the staff
With a lifelong passion for dance, Miranda grew up on her studio’s company and competition
teams and performed in ten of her studio’s annual productions of The Nutcracker — with her
role as the Sugar Plum Fairy holding a special place in her heart.
At Carthage College, Miranda earned a minor in dance, choreographed six stage pieces, and
won two Best Choreography awards. As president of her college’s National Dance Education
Organization chapter, she led community events and fostered a creative dance community on
campus.
Miranda also holds a Master’s in French Literature from CU Boulder. She has spent a year
teaching English in southern France and has instructed eight college-level French courses.
Outside of the studio, Miranda enjoys reading, going to the movies, and spending time with her
husband, their dog Albus, and their cat Joi. She loves supporting students, families, and
teachers while helping foster an inspiring environment where dancers grow, perform, and thrive.
Katie Shelton, hailing from Connecticut, began dancing at age four, specializing in ballet and later adding jazz, tap, and hip hop to her repertoire. She achieved regional honors in competitions, including Teen Miss Superstar 1995 and awards for Dancer of the Year and Choreographer of the Year in the late 1990s.
Katie earned a dance and business management degree from Oklahoma City University on scholarship in 2003, focusing on tap dance under esteemed mentors. She has garnered accolades for her choreography, including the Outstanding Choreography Award from Nextar in 2009 and the Tap Excellence Award from Spotlight Dance Cup in 2010 for her students.
Beyond dance, Katie enjoys family time with her husband and two children. She takes pride in her 13-year tenure at PCDC, where she continues to teach and inspire.
Kelli, originally from Oklahoma City, began dancing at the age of 4 at To The Pointe Dance Academy and joined the competitive company at 11. Specializing in jazz and hip-hop, she has also trained in lyrical, contemporary, and musical theater. During high school, Kelli served as a student teacher, primarily working with pre-K through fifth-grade students.
A four-year member and captain of her high school varsity pom team, Kelli continued mentoring and training the team after graduation. Currently pursuing a minor in dance at the University of Colorado Boulder, she is set to graduate in 2027. Outside of dance, Kelli enjoys hiking, practicing yoga, and building strong connections with her students.
Paityn, a Colorado native, has a deep passion for the performing arts. She began dancing at the age of 9 and quickly advanced to competitive dance, earning recognition, including a scholarship. As a teenager, she began teaching classes at her studio, working with students aged 2-18 across various styles, including hip-hop, lyrical, jazz, contemporary, tap, modern, and ballet. Her training is complemented by performances, historical studies, and ongoing education. Paiytn is committed to fostering confidence and growth in her students, creating a supportive and inspiring learning environment.
Outside of dance, Paiytn works as a part-time manager at a retail store and assists at her family’s vintage shop in downtown Longmont. This August, she will begin studying interior design with a minor in dance at college.
Lucia grew up training with Rochester City Ballet’s affiliate school under Jamey Leverett. At 16,
she attended San Francisco Ballet School under Patrick Armand, dancing works by Helgi
Tomasson and George Balanchine. In 2018, she joined Ballet Austin under Stephen Mills and
worked with Jennifer Archibald, Jennifer Hart, Jimmy Orrante, Alexa Capareda, and
Performa/Dance Company. She moved to Cincinnati, OH in 2022 joining De La Dance
Company to perform principal and soloist roles in full-length classics and mixed repertory
shows. She joined Oakland Ballet Company in 2024 under Graham Lustig and performed
pieces by Phil Chan, Wei Wang, and Elaine Kudo. Lucia spent her 2025 summer dancing with
Heather Maloy’s Terpsicorps Theatre of Dance in North Carolina.
Lucia joined Boulder Ballet in 2025, performing works by Val Caniparoli and Ben
Needham-Wood.Throughout her time dancing, she has been given the chance to explore her
love of teaching both children and adult students. Lucia is excited to be in Colorado sharing her
passion for ballet as a teacher!
Kathy Vogel has taught dance for 45+ years, training students in tap, ballet, jazz, musical
theatre, contemporary, improv, conditioning, and acro/tumbling across all levels.
She owned Rochester Academy of Dance Arts for 18 years and has mentored dancers who
went on to Black Label Movement, Diavolo, Carolyn Dorfman Dance, cruise lines, and Disney
tours— including an 11-year Rockette at Radio City Music Hall.
Kathy has adjudicated Canada’s PEEL Music Festival and judged for Dance Masters of
America, Florida Dance Masters, and other competitions. Her theatre credits include working
with the touring casts of Les Misérables and Cats. She has led workshops and teacher
seminars in Canada and Florida, and has coached gymnastics programs to top national
placements.
Professional affiliations include Dance Masters of America and Florida Dance Masters (certified
by test to teach), Fred Astaire Performing Artists, and the National Association of Dance
Educators. Above all, she’s passionate about educating through movement, building strong
technique, confidence, and joy in every student.
Originally from Atlanta, Paige has been dancing for as long as she can remember. She
earned a BFA in Musical Theatre from Western Carolina University, where she also served as
the official dance tutor, helping fellow students strengthen their technique and confidence.
Her training includes classes with Broadway legends like Christopher d’Amboise, Mercedes
Ellington, John Dietrich, and several Rockettes. Performance credits span regional theatres,
theme parks, and cruise ships across the country. These days, she works as a professional
performer in the Denver theatre scene.
Dance has always been a source of joy, creativity, and connection—and she’s passionate about
passing that on in the studio. Outside of dance, she enjoys reading, crocheting, and spending
time with her husband and their dog.
Hunter Allen grew up in Longmont, Colorado, and is a proud graduate of Niwot High School,
Class of 2019. She spent 14 years training in ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, and musical
theater at various local studios, performing and competing on multiple teams throughout her
youth.
In addition to dance, Hunter is a professionally trained musician and experienced stage actor.
After high school, she began teaching dance in Longmont and is now entering her sixth year as
an instructor. She is thrilled to return to PCDC as both a teacher and the Studio Administrator.
Hunter earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Music from Colorado State University in 2024, with a
concentration in Double Bass and a minor in Music Business Administration. Her passion for
education extends beyond the studio—she also teaches private music lessons and works as a
substitute teacher for the St. Vrain Valley School District.
TESTIMONIALS
PCDC has been my daughters dance home for 9 years and we could not be happier with the opportunities and instruction she has received there. She has made great friends and has grown as a dancer being part of their competitive teams. PCDC values the dancers family and plays a part in protecting your child's innocence while teaching them the art of dance. So happy we have PCDC here in Longmont!
Riana A.
I absolutely love PCDC! The staff is amazing and they are committed to helping all of their students improve their artistry in a welcoming and fun environment. You immediately become a part of their dance family. I was with them from when they opened until I graduated, so 9 years. I can't say enough good things about this studio! It was my home away from home! I am so grateful for my time at PCDC!
Gracey O.
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Longmont, CO 80501
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Production Company Dance Centre is a children's dance studio located in Longmont with an award-winning team dedicated to providing the best dance instruction whilst also empowering tomorrow's leaders.
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ADDRESS: 1401 Ken Pratt Blvd #1A, Longmont CO 80501
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