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Talya Dozois

Outreach Coordinator

Talya Dozois is a Minneapolis-based choreographer, educator, and dance artist with more than 20 years of experience in performance, teaching, and competitive dance. Originally from Los Angeles, she has trained and worked with leading choreographers in Los Angeles, New York, and Chicago, developing a dynamic approach to jazz, lyrical, contemporary, and technique training.

Talya has taught and choreographed throughout the Twin Cities, working with organizations including Platinum Dance Center, Collide Theatrical Dance Company, The Phipps Dance Theater, Evolution Dance Cooperative, and The Old Log Theatre. An award-winning choreographer, she has received recognition for her innovative work at regional and national competitions and was featured in Dance Teacher Magazine for her approach to developing strong, versatile dancers.

Passionate about dance education and mentorship, Talya is committed to helping dancers build confidence, artistry, and technical excellence while fostering creativity and a lifelong love of movement.