CityDance Conservatory at NYCDA 2025–26

CityDance Conservatory’s Pre-Professional Contemporary Track dancers represented the school with exceptional results across the 2025–26 NYCDA season, competing at events in Baltimore, Atlantic City, and Hershey.

The season was defined by both competitive excellence and artistic recognition. Robert J. Priore’s I Love You earned 1st Place Senior Group Overall High Score and the Senior Critics’ Choice Award at NYCDA Hershey. Rotita Cunningham’s Bounce took 1st Place Hip Hop Senior Group and the Teen Critics’ Choice Award. Robert J. Priore also choreographed Someone Like You, which earned 1st Place Teen Group.

Brianne Strong was named Outstanding Artist — the competition’s highest individual honor — and CityDance Conservatory received the Backstage Good Sportsmanship Award.

Special Recognition Outstanding Artist: Brianne Strong | Good Sportsmanship Award: CityDance Conservatory | Chloe’s One to Watch: Jackelyn Echevarria | Grace’s One to Watch: Nyla Stokes | Dana’s One to Watch: Ainsley Coleman

We are so proud of the depth of artistry our dancers brought to every stage this season. Congratulations to all of our students, and to our faculty and choreographers.