THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE MAGIC
DIRECTOR
Elisse is the owner and director of both Classical Ballet Conservatory and Epic Dance Tours. She has an MFA in choreography, is the resident choreographer for Mountain West Ballet, and teaches master classes and choreography all across the intermountain west. Elisse’s love of dance is matched only by her love of Disney, and she loves using her Disney experience to give dancers from every walk of life the chance to dance at Disney Parks.
elisse@epicdancetours.com
DIRECTOR
Kerstin has been dancing her whole life and is a certified dance adjudicator. She keeps dances clean, cheers on every student, and brings expert care to every itinerary. As Epic’s in-house travel agent with Disney-property certification, she combines a lifelong love of Disneyland, dance, and travel to make every studio experience feel effortless. The icing on the cake? Building this dream alongside her sisters.
hello@epicdancetours.com
CHOREOGRAPHY
Lauren has a BFA in Dance from the University of Utah, where she attended on a full talent scholarship. Her performance background spans SALTII, Wasatch Contemporary, Motab Christmas, Mountain West Ballet, and featured soloist roles with TC Nutcracker. From teaching English and dance in South Africa to her certification in Progressing Ballet Technique, she brings deep artistry and Disney parade experience to every dancer’s moment in the spotlight.
lauren@epicdancetours.com
EVENTS
Sara Larson is a bestselling young adult author, commercial preschool owner in Draper, Utah, and a mom of four. She has spent countless hours in the Parks and knows the details that turn a good Disney day into a great one—from time-saving strategies to the treats every group has to try. She brings that practical magic to the events that make each Epic Dance Tours experience unforgettable.