Meet Our Judges
Technique Judge - Maria Quezada
Maria Quezada is a devoted dance educator and entrepreneur with more than 25 years of experience, who has dedicated her life to the art of dance. Trained in New York City, she quickly recognized the importance of a strong technical foundation and has spent her career as a studio owner, creative director, and choreographer helping dancers reach their full potential, both on and off the stage.
Today, she continues to mentor dancers in a variety of training and performance settings. María’s teaching philosophy centers on creating a warm, supportive environment, where dancers feel safe to explore their talents while building discipline and exceptional technique.
She takes pride in fostering responsibility, commitment, and self-assurance, guiding students to express themselves with precision, passion, and confidence.
Her mentorship and training have helped students go on to join collegiate and professional dance teams and appear on television and in a wide variety of performance settings, including national competitions and televised events.
María’s choreography has been celebrated on the competitive stage as both outstanding and inspiring, earning numerous accolades over the years.
With a well-rounded understanding of the competitive dance world, as a previous competition company owner and event director, María now focuses on judging performers where she champions growth and confidence. She loves sharing her expertise in ways that inspire and empower dancers of all ages and levels.
More than a teacher, María is a trusted mentor, committed to nurturing dancers. While María has trained in all styles, she has primarily instructed dancers in jazz, contemporary, lyrical, and hip hop, with a special focus on jazz technique and elements.
Technique/ Commercial Judge- Olivia Alboher
Olivia Alboher is a Top 5 female finalist from Season 18 of So You Think You Can Dance, where she captured attention from the very first episode. A dancer, model, and social media creator, Olivia is known for her viral dance and flexibility trends across TikTok and Instagram, where she has built an audience of over 2 million followers. Her innovative choreography, athleticism, and passion for movement have made her a standout in the dance community.
Olivia’s professional career began early — landing her first Broadway credit in Billy Elliot The Musicalat just 10 years old — and she has since appeared on CBS, FOX, Apple TV, and Hulu in TV shows, commercials, and dance specials. She is a proud Capezio Athlete and has worked for iconic brands like GAP, Skims, Nike, Jo+Jax, continuing to inspire dancers worldwide.
In 2023, Olivia made history as the first female dancer to earn the title of 4x National Champion and was named American Dance Awards Young Choreographer of the Year. She is also a passionate teacher, regularly instructing in New Jersey and guest teaching at Millennium Dance Complex in Los Angeles.
UDA Judge - Nina Andrianos
Nina Andrianos is an accomplished and versatile dancer who trained competitively at Rhythm Pointe Dance Academy in Michigan, earning numerous scholarships, solo titles, and national championships across multiple styles.
She was a four-year varsity member and senior captain of the Utica High School Dance Team, leading them to a Top 5 national finish at UDA Nationals. Nina also performed professionally with the USPBL Dance Crew, training with top choreographers in Los Angeles.
Recruited to The Ohio State University Dance Team, she went on to win 7 UDA National Championships in jazz, pom, and gameday. As part of Team USA, she became a two-time World Champion at the ICU World Championships. Nina now teaches and choreographs, inspiring the next generation of dancers.
Pro Sports Team Judge- Victoria Kalina
Victoria began dancing at the age of 2. She spent 17 years training in ballet, tap, jazz, lyricl, contemporary, hip hop, musical theatre and styles. Victoria spent 10 years competing in her studio’s dance company. During high school, she was also a member of her studio’s professional performing company which performed at various events
Victoria began dancing at the age of 2. She spent 17 years training in ballet, tap, jazz, lyricl, contemporary, hip hop, musical theatre and styles. Victoria spent 10 years competing in her studio’s dance company. During high school, she was also a member of her studio’s professional performing company which performed at various events around the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex. She has attended many dance conventions to train with other choreographers and has won numerous scholarships and awards. Victoria has been teaching ballet, tap, jazz and lyrical for the past 10 years.
Victoria is a former four year veteran of the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders (DCC) and a four year member of the DCC traveling show group.
She was featured on Netflix’s “America’s Sweethearts,” a documentary about the DCC as well as CMT’s “Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders: Making the Team”. While she was a DCC, she was a trainee at the Joffrey Ballet School in Texas.
Victoria recently moved to New York City to continue dance training. She started her own business, Victoria Kalina Dance, and teaches pom and dance technique privates, dance classes and masterclasses all over the US.
Casting Agent - McDonald Selznick Associates (MSA Agency)
Established in 2000 as the first agency dedicated to representing dancers and choreographers, MSA became and remains a trendsetter in the industry. For over 25 years, MSA has been continually evolving while staying true to its roots.
What began with a focus on dance and choreography has grown into a multifaceted agency representing talent
Established in 2000 as the first agency dedicated to representing dancers and choreographers, MSA became and remains a trendsetter in the industry. For over 25 years, MSA has been continually evolving while staying true to its roots.
What began with a focus on dance and choreography has grown into a multifaceted agency representing talent across a broad spectrum of entertainment. Despite its expansion, MSA remains a respected leader in its original niche, setting the standard for excellence. MSA Agency’s team of Los Angeles and New York City-based agents introduces top talent to every corner of the entertainment industry and turns clients’ dreams into actual accomplishments. We believe that amazing things happen, when the right people connect! The agency’s roster includes superlative talent and creatives working in every medium: film, television, theatre, music, stage, commercials, and more.
Casting Agent- Jessica Hondel
Casting Agent- Jessica Hondel
Jessica Hondel is a talent agent at MSA Agency, where she leads the New York youth division (MSA KATS) and works collaboratively alongside the rest of the team to support the agency’s adult roster.
Before moving behind the table, Jessica grew up as a competitive dancer who trained extensively in dance, singing, and acting. Her firsthand e
Jessica Hondel is a talent agent at MSA Agency, where she leads the New York youth division (MSA KATS) and works collaboratively alongside the rest of the team to support the agency’s adult roster.
Before moving behind the table, Jessica grew up as a competitive dancer who trained extensively in dance, singing, and acting. Her firsthand experience as a performer deeply informs her approach as an agent, allowing her to guide clients with both artistic insight and strategic industry knowledge. In addition to her agency work, she serves as the Associate Dance Director at Broadway Artists Alliance in New York City, one of the country’s top youth training programs.
Throughout her career at MSA, Jessica has proudly booked clients on many high-profile projects in Television, Film, Theatre, Dance, Commercials and Print. She is deeply committed to supporting her clients as they pursue their goals and navigate successful careers in the entertainment industry.