PRESENTING YOUR 2025 DANCER OF THE YEAR
Lauren Martin
Peak Performance Dance Co
YOUR MENTOR…
Jessica Muller (Director of Peak Performance Dance Co)
FAVOURITE QUOTE OR MANTRA...
“Because I can” - my mom
FAVOURITE SONG RIGHT NOW...
Some Protector - Rolemodel
FAVOURITE CHOREOGRAPHER...
Always Jessica Muller, but a few more would be Emma Stephenson and Al Blackstone.
FAVOURITE BEVERAGE...
Any flavour of Celsius
FAVOURITE FOOD...
Any type of Seafood!
FOLLOW LAUREN on Instagram: @laurenn.martinnn and @laurenmartindance_
WHAT IS THE SHINE DANCER OF THE YEAR?
The Shine Dancer of the Year award recognizes a Top 10 dancer who represents the heart of Shine: learning, integrity, and community.
This award is not based on talent alone. It recognizes a dancer who shows strong character, a positive attitude, respect for others, and a genuine commitment to growth — both on and off the stage.
To be eligible, dancers must:
Have placed in the Top 10 Soloists at a 2026 Shine regional event
Complete an online application here
Attend the TOP 10 Intensive
The recipient will earn the coveted title
SHINE DANCER OF THE YEAR and:
A $500 scholarship
A mentor session with Shine Founder & Director, Tamara Thompson Levi
A feature on Shine Social Media & Website
