Staff

Dance Productions Staff

Tami Siscoe - Richardson (Founder of Dance Productions) 

Kassi Bolan  (Owner) 
Kassi, daughter of Tami, trained for over 19 years at Bonnie Siscoe’s School of Dance. She choreographed her first solo at age 12 and at age 13 choreographed two more numbers which received the highest medal. She received 3rd runner up for “Best Dance of The Year” at age 15. At age 16, Kassi choreographed the “Teen Ms. Headliner” title winner routine for Britany Gilman and received the “Best Young Choreographer” award that same year at Dance Olympus. Kassi received instruction from Tremaine Dance Conventions, Pulse On Tour, Jump, Monsters of Hip Hop, Broadway Dance Center in NYC and Millennium Dance Center in L.A. She was a guest dancer for Exclamation Dance Company at age 19 and was asked to choreograph a hip hop routine for the Dobie High School Lariaettes Drill Team, and a jazz routine for their officers. Both numbers received over all first place, and the hip hop won first place internationally. The following year Kassi choreographed for the Dobie officers, where they again placed first. At age 20, she danced for the Driver Select grand opening for Deon Sanders and then was hired to dance at former Yankee player Roger Clemens’ birthday party. Kassi tried out for Texans Cheerleader and made it to the finals but could not participate due to a prior dance competitions commitment. She has performed at the club “Next” as a freestyle dancer and has danced as a Shadow Box Dancer for over 15 Houston area events. Kassi continues to consistently choregraph multiple winning routines, winning choreography awards, special awards and overall awards. She has also danced for Haas Toyota and modeled in a runway show at George R. Brown Convention Center.
Miss Amanda
Amanda Ortega has the honor of being the first and only American to graduate from a Ukrainian Ballet Academy. She graduated from the prestigious Opera of the Ukraine with a degree in classical dance, historical dance and Choreography. Viewed as one of the premier European academy's the National Opera is home to many famous dancers. There she trained with top European teachers and choreographers. Along with the National Opera of Ukraine, Detski Musical Theatre also opened their doors to Amanda. There she was able to train with both classical and modern performers. Ms. Ortega also performed soloist roles with the Donestk Baller Theatre and toured the East Coast in the company's Nutcracker production in the role of Clara. She also participated in the Ukrainian Youth exchange program, Ukrainian/Italian Exchange and the Ukrainian/Spanish Exchange in Kiev, Ukraine. Along with her many solo roles in Europe she performed for many American companies as well. Amanda danced for the International Ballet theatre, The National Ballet, The Philadelphia Ballet Theatre, and the Tressor group to name a few. Besides her extensive performing experience Amanda has also worked as a teacher and coach. She taught choreography t children for the Donestk Ballet Theatre. She also worked with younger students as part of her training with the National Opera. Amanda was the resident Ballet coach for Dance with Me studio of Long Island. Ms. Ortega has had 3 students progress to Las Vegas on SYTYCD as well as 3 students appear on Dancing with the Stars. 
Miss Denise
Denise Williamson is a triple threat from Houston Texas. She received her dance training from METdance (Houston Metropolitan Dance Center) where she was a member of both the youth and professional company. She attended Sam Houston State University on dance scholarship and graduated Cum Laude with a BFA in Musical Theatre with an Emphasis in Dance. Denise auditioned and was accepted into the Broadway Theatre Project under the direction of Ann Reinking. For 3 years Denise studied with legends such as Julie Andrews, Gregory Hines, Ben Vereen, Patrick Wilson, and many others. Oher accomplishments are Tremaine scholarship winner, Jazz in Az scholarship winner, Dance Masters of America scholarship winner, and many high point and stand out awards from regional and national competitions. Denise is also an established film and television actress. Credits include Friday Night Lights, Dark Places, Maggie, and The D-Train.
MIss Michelle
Michelle Garcia began her dance training at a very young age, and quickly made her way into the world of competitive dance. She attended HSPVA (High school for the Performing and Visual Arts) and was also a dancer for IBH (International Ballet of Houston). In college, Michelle was a Cougar Doll for the University of Houston Dance Team. We welcomed Michelle to our 
Project 3 staff in 2021 and we are excited to have her back for our upcoming season! 
Miss Nevaeh
Nevaeh Meraz began dancing at Dance Productions when she was 5 years old and eventually became a DPCO company member. From there, she trained all over the Houston area and eventually toured with Tremaine Dance Convention. She was named Tremaines Senior Dancer of The Year in 2017. Nevaeh had the opportunity to assist and train with some of the top teachers/choreographers in the industry. Nevaeh has won countless scholarships at all of the biggest dance conventions around. Nevaeh has appeared in Music videos, short films, and has trained extensively in Los Angeles. She has taught multiple classes at The Playground LA and has choreographed for various studios. We are so excited to welcome Nevaeh to our Project 3 dance family and can’t wait for our dancers to learn more from her during our 2022-2023 dance season!
Miss Madilynn
Madilynn Meraz began her dance training at Dance Productions where she started classes at age 3. She has since made amazing accomplishments, including: 
  • Velocity MVA+ Alumni
  • Tremaine Performance Company
  • Radix Protege
  • Monster of Hiphop Cast Nominee
  • Kaos Cast
We are so excited to have her training our Project 3 dancers this season!

Miss Julianna
Julianna Revilla began her dance training at Dance Productions where she was a Company member for multiple years. Julianna ended up auditioning for Kidz Bop, booked the job, and moved to Los Angeles. She toured internationally, performing as a Kidz Bop performer as well as performing in music videos and commercials. Julianna is now back and teaching hip hop at her home studio! She is also very involved in theatre as a senior at Dawson.
Miss Dyllan
Dyllan Comer began her dance training at Dance Productions where she eventually became a Company Member. Dyllan was a Dance Productions Company member until 10th grade. Dyllan began assisting our instructors at a young age and has extensive training in teaching various levels/styles of dance. She joined the Pearland Prancers as a freshman and is now on the team as a senior dance team member!
Miss Hanna
Hanna Bailey attended the University of Texas Austin, where she received her B.F.A in dance. She has choreographed for multiple events in the Austin, Tx area. Hanna is now the Assistant Director for the Pearland Prancers Dance Team.
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