Joanna Numata

Professional dancer, choreographer and master teacher, Joanna Numata, has worked in all realms of the business for over 20 years. Her extensive training and experience has allowed her to make a mark in the commercial dance world.

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Joanna’s talent and professionalism have made her a sought after dancer in the industry. She has had the privilege of dancing for a variety of artists such as Kanye West, Beyonce, Rihanna, Pharrell, Fergie, Black Eyed Peas, Busta Rhymes, Nelly, Cassie, Romeo Santos, Dirty Money and NKOTB to name a few. Joanna has

worked as a principal character/dancer in the feature films I AM LEGEND,

Step Up 3D, The Smurfs, and Friends With Benefits. Partial stage and television

credits include the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show, MTV VMA's, SNL,

Law & Order, Jimmy Fallon, a national commercial for Dr. Scholl’s, Moncler

and Desigual for NY Fashion Week, and multiple industrials. Joanna was also featured in an editorial for Nike Women and their

#NYMADE campaign.

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In addition to her credits as a dancer, Joanna has made a name for herself

as a choreographer. Her choreography can be seen on one of Royal

Caribbean’s newest ships, Utopia of the Seas, in the hit show ALL IN! Joanna

has also choreographed national commercials for Kaboom Cleaner, industrials

for Redken, and music videos and stage shows for Joey Yung (Hong Kong pop sensation) as well as various other artists and artists in development.

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Joanna is on faculty at the world renowned Broadway Dance Center in NYC. She also travels the globe, teaching dance workshops and sharing her love of movement and musicality with students. Joanna is passionate about working with the next generation and sharing tools and techniques to prepare them for success in the dance industry. She has taught workshops throughout the US, Asia, Europe and Central America and has been on faculty at Joffrey Ballet School’s Jazz &

Contemporary program, Peridance, Limón’s L2 program and Commercial Dance Intensive.

*Instagram: @joannanumata