06/14/2026
🎓✨ Senior Spotlight: Gianna Kyriakoza ✨🎓
Congratulations to Gianna Kyriakoza on her graduation from Detroit Country Day! After 16 incredible years at Gotta Dance, Gianna is heading to the University of Michigan this fall to study Acting and Dance. 💙💛
Her most memorable routine was “Wind It Up” choreographed by Sarah Papuga . Gianna loved the powerful choreography, the focus on performance, and the joy of bringing it to the stage every time.
We are so proud of you, Gianna, and can’t wait to see all that you accomplish! ❤️ Join us in wishing Gianna a big congratulations.
06/13/2026
🎓 Senior Spotlight: Megan Manson 🎓
Congratulations to Megan Manson on her graduation from Dakota High School! ❤️🖤🤍
Megan will be attending Michigan State University to study Elementary Education.
She’s been a part of the Gotta Dance family for the past 15 years! Her favorite dance memory is “Viva Le Swing,” her very first tap small group. It holds a special place in her heart because it’s when she discovered her love for tap—and it was taught by her mom, Susan Radtke-Manson
We are so proud of you, Megan, and can’t wait to see all the amazing things you accomplish! 💚🤍
06/13/2026
🎓✨ Senior Spotlight: Kayla Grupenhoff ✨🎓
Congratulations to Kayla on graduating from Dakota High School! She will be attending Grand Valley State University this fall to study Engineering.
Kayla’s favorite dance memory is “Girl in the Mirror” choreographed by Susan Radtke-Manson . It was her favorite because it was her first small group, brought her unforgettable memories, lots of fun, and friendships that have lasted to this day.
We are so proud of you, Kayla, and can’t wait to see all you accomplish! ❤️🖤 join us and congratulating Kayla.
06/13/2026
🎓 Senior Spotlight: Ava Wingfield 🎓
Congratulations to Ava Wingfield on her graduation from Stevenson High School as Valedictorian! 🌟
Ava has been a part of the Gotta Dance family for 11 years and will be attending the University of Michigan this fall to pursue a degree in Nursing. 💙💛
Her favorite dance was “Let You Go,” choreographed by Sarah Papuga , because of its sentimental meaning and how it represents the seniors moving on to their next chapter.
We are so proud of all Ava has accomplished and can’t wait to see the incredible things ahead for her. join us and wishing Ava a big Congratulations! 💜💕
06/13/2026
🎓✨ Senior Spotlight: Izzy Viviano ✨🎓
Congratulations, Izzy! We are so proud of all you’ve accomplished and can’t wait to see what the future holds for you. This fall, Izzy will be attending the UCNECT program as she begins an exciting new chapter.
Izzy has been in our “My Time to Shine” program for 13 years! One of the things Izzy loves most about dance is that her class feels like a second family, and we’re so happy she’ll continue dancing with us for years to come. ❤️
Congratulations, Izzy! Your GDS family is cheering you on every step of the way! 🌟
Join us in congratulating Izzy below.
06/12/2026
🎓✨ Senior Spotlight: Ayla Coe ✨🎓
Congratulations to Ayla Coe on her graduation from Romeo High School! ❤️🖤🤍
Ayla has been part of the Gotta Dance family for 10 years, sharing her talent, dedication, and love of dance with us. After graduation, she plans to attend Lutz School.
Her favorite routine is this year’s Party in the USA because it’s so much fun!
We are so proud of you, Ayla, and can’t wait to see all the amazing things ahead. Join us in wishing Ayla a big Congratulations! 🎉
06/10/2026
🎉 The countdown is on for our Sterling studio recitals!!🎉
Join us as our dancers take the stage for Season 37 “Let’s Get Loud” Recitals at Sterling Heights High School! 💜💙
Five exciting shows, hundreds of amazing performers, and memories that will last a lifetime. Tickets are available at the door for $25.
We would love to welcome back our Gotta Dance alumni and their families to celebrate with us and cheer on the next generation of dancers! 🩰✨
See you at the theater! 🎶💃🕺
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06/07/2026
🎓✨ Senior Spotlight ✨🎓
Congratulations to one of our GDS Seniors, Mason Conklin, on graduating from Royal Oak High School! ❤️🖤🤍
Mason has been part of the GDS family for 10 years. His favorite dance was “Zoo” because it was so much fun!
This fall, Mason will be attending the Royal Oak Schools T.R.A.I.L.S. Special Needs Program.
We are so proud of you, Mason, and can’t wait to see all the amazing things ahead for you! Congratulations! 🎉🎓❤️
06/07/2026
🎓✨ Senior Spotlight ✨🎓
Congratulations to our Troy Senior, Anastasia Kulikowska, on graduating from Troy High School! ❤️🖤🤍
Anastasia has been part of the GDS family for four years and will be attending Michigan State University to study Biochemistry with a concentration in Pre-Med.
Her favorite routine was Masquerade because she loved dancing with a mask and enjoyed having Miss Alyssa as her teacher.
We are so proud of you and can’t wait to see all the amazing things you’ll accomplish. Congratulations, Anastasia! 💚🤍
GDSProud 💚🎓✨