IN-HOUSE CONVENTION
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11TH | IGNITE DANCE AND YOGA NORTH BEND
MASTER CLASSES
MUSICAL THEATRE - HIP HOP - CONTEMPORARY - BALLET - ACTING & SINGING
Get ready for an unforgettable day of inspiration, growth, and connection at the IGNITE Dance & Yoga In-House Convention!
This one-day event brings together master teachers for an exciting lineup of classes in a variety of styles—designed to challenge dancers, fuel creativity, and take training to the next level.
CONVENTION SCHEDULE
The IGNITE In-House Convention is designed to give dancers of all levels—Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced—the chance to dive into a full day of back-to-back master classes. Open to all dancers (not just IGNITE students), this one-day event is offered at one flat rate that covers the entire convention. Dancers will have the opportunity to train, grow, and experience the energy of a convention setting—without leaving our studio.
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IGNITE team dancers are already enrolled in the In-House Convention and do not need to register separately.
MEET OUR MASTER INSTRUCTORS
PARKER WIESS
Parker Wiess began his dance journey at the age of 6. He continued on with his training at IGNITE up until he graduated high school and continues teaching and setting choreography.
Parker currently lives in Los Angeles continuing his training and working various professional jobs. He recently wrapped up performing at the Pokémon World Championships, he is preparing for his second year as a Pro Assistant at Hollywood Connection, and he will be back in Seattle this fall performing in ‘This is Halloween’ at the Triple Door for a second year in a row.
Parker is thrilled to come home to North Bend to spend time with his family and friends and teach at our convention.
FUNE TAUTALA
Fune is a professional actor/singer/dancer that has been seen on some of the premier stages in the northwest. He is also signed to the Big Fish Nw talent agency.
He has spent two years performing for the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, he has also been seen performing at the 5th avenue theatre, village theatre, Taproot theatre company, and Broadway rose in Portland Or. currently he is teaching and directing at Nw Theatre Lab in Puyallup Washington. He is also the lead vocalist for The Sam Phillips project most recently seen in Bonny Lake and Lake Tapps. He is excited to share his thoughts and process with the Ignite community and looks to further their learning in the arts by introducing them to Acting and Vocal performance techniques. Giant thank you to Katie and the ignite community for bringing me in! I look forward to being a small part of IGNITE'S Giant success!
ALISA NISHANOVA
Alisa Nishanova is a dedicated ballet instructor with international training and teaching experience. She holds a BA (Hons) in Professional Dance (Classical Focus) from Ballet West Scotland and furthered her studies at Northern Ballet School and the International Ballet Academy. Alisa has worked with the Grand Kyiv Ballet of Ukraine as a Company Class Teacher and Rehearsal Director, and has taught at esteemed schools including the International Ballet Academy in Bellevue, Accolades Movement Project, and Dance Premier in Issaquah.
Fluent in English, Russian, and Armenian, Alisa brings a global perspective to her teaching. She is known for her expertise in classical ballet, ability to connect with students, and creating a disciplined yet supportive environment. As both a group instructor and private coach, she is committed to helping dancers refine their technique while fostering confidence and artistry.
AVERY JEROME
Hi all, my name is Avery Jerome and I have been training in dance since the age of five. I began dancing at Ignite and trained in conventions and competitions, including being a member of Hollywood Connection's Teen Company for four years until I graduated high school in 2024. Since then I have been attending the Glorya Kaufman School of Dance at the University of Southern California where I have been training with industry professionals such as Kenny Ortega, Jakevis Thomason, JA Collective and many more. I am excited to come back to Ignite this October to come teach at my home studio again!