Srna Klotz

Founder, Artistic director  & Choreographer

Srna, embarked on her performing career at the age of 7, displaying remarkable talent in dance, singing & acting. Trained in the esteemed Vaganova Method starting at age 9, she spent 15 years with the “Macedonian Opera and Ballet,” gracing the stage as a corps de ballet and soloist in Ballet Classics, Neo-Classical ballet, Modern and Contemporary Productions, Operettas, Hip Hop Performances, and later on In the USA in Latin/Ballroom Dance Projects.

Alongside her illustrious performing career, Srna holds a degree in “Methodology and Pedagogy of Classical Ballet and Contemporary Dance.” Just last year she has showcased her talents as performer and choreographer at prestigious venues such as the Rainbow Room at the Rockefeller Center and the 25th anniversary for Eden Galleries. Additionally, Srna has performed all across Italy, Nice in France at the Jeux de la Francophonie, Bushwick Open Studios, Philadelphia and many more.

Srna ventured into the realm of production by creating a 16 artist multimedia show, “Through The Artist Eye,” dedicated to showcasing the power of art and inspiring the locals of the Atlantic City area to invest in affordable art centers, with the hope of lowering the overdose rate and providing a positive outlet.

Moreover, she actively engages in volunteer endeavors, dedicating her time and expertise by initiating and organizing Dance Therapy programs for organizations such as the Alzheimer’s Association, the VA Association. She also worked with nonprofits like S.H.E. Inspire that’s focuses on empowering young African American girls and currently works with Battery Dance where teaching the joy of dance to senior citizens.

In August 2023, Srna embarked on a new chapter with the founding of “Ô’tänamos,” a non-profit organization dedicated to Dance Therapy, community outreach programs and supporting local artist by producing original dance productions.

Lina Ugrinovska

Executive Director

Since 2022, she is working as a booking agent in Eastern Europe for the EEMM Group. Her role expanded when Creative Management in Brazil entrusted her with international communications responsibilities for the territories of North and South America. By the end of 2023, she managed the project celebrating the 60th anniversary of Bossa Nova at the prestigious Carnegie Hall in New York.

Mariam Lawal

Director of Project Management & Choreographer

Mariam is a dancer who heart resides with Afrobeats! Coming from a Nigerian background she was always surrounded by various elements of music and recieved her inspiration from her parents. She has been dancing since the age of 3 and has never stopped since, once she discovered that this is a talent she truly shines in. She has trained in styles such as west african, modern, hip hop, jazz. But her love resides in Afrobeats.

Afrobeats is a genre in its own league and has been taking over the world by its storm. Mariam’s dream is to teach others to be free and express their true authenticity through the vibrant music and energetic moves of afrobeats. Mariam has performed at multiple school performances, talent shows, competitions and more. She also has plenty of experience choreographing a variety of shows where she was able to be in her creative zone and deliver outstanding performances.

Obtaining a degree in Political Science and Legal Studies from SUNY Buffalo in 2016, Mariam has always known dance has to continue to be apart of her life. She has always wanted to provide opportunities and resources to those who have bursting talent but not the right tools to explore it. Additionally Mariam brings extensive experience as a project manager, adeptly managing ticketing, payments, and sales for a wide array of events, including dance productions, dance competitions and galas. Having years of expertise under her belt, she ensures seamless operations and exceptional experiences for all attendees. With her knowledge and exceptional communication, organizational, and leadership skills her goal is to develop artistic projects to give a chance for others to tell their stories through the love of dance.

Board of Directors

Klimentina Jauleska-Vasilev

President & Chairperson 

Viktoriya Kocevski

Treasurer 

Adam Moxness

Secretary

Ornesha Watson

Board Member

Natalija Teodosieva

Board Member

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