Company
The Universal Movement Performing Arts Company is a dynamic group formed to provide performing experience on a group and individual basis for the promising students of the Tampa Bay area, as well as to contribute to the cultural development of our community. These talented members range in age from 7 through adult.
Universal Movement holds auditions for the company on an annual basis. In addition to each performer's training, Universal Movement aids in the development of the technical and artistic skills, as well as the professional discipline necessary to be competitive in pursuing a performing arts career.
Universal Movement has become noted for their outstanding performances and continues to dazzle their audiences resulting in returned engagements. All groups are available to provide entertainment for any private or public organization, benefit or special event. The company annually participates in regional and national competitions and has received numerous honors and superior awards. Some of them include Tremaine Critics Choice Award, New York City Dance Alliance Outstanding Dancers and Critics Choice Awards for two consecutive years, Starpower Title winners and Power Pak recipients, Dance Master of America Title winners, Starlight Performers, Access Broadway Overall awards, and numerous others.
Board of Directors
Artistic Director - Mary Jo Scanio
Directors
Krisha Despenas
Amanda Garland
Debi Orchard
Tammi Godinez
Nikolai Morschakov
Su Periera

2011 Starpower Nationals Results
2011 Bravo Results
2011 Starquest Results
2011 Starpower Results
2011 Nexstar Results
2011 NUVO & LADM Results
2009-2010 Competition and Convention Awards
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