Rebecca Dunphy is from Stewartstown, Pennsylvania where she began her dancing from at EMC Performing Arts Studio. Here she trained extensively in ballet, tap, jazz, modern, contemporary, and hip hop under notable teachers such as Michelle White Cummings of Ballet West, Ashley Spears of Joffrey Ballet, and Carrie Millikin Euker of Milwaukee Ballet as a member of The Susquehanna Youth Ballet and Company Elite. Her training continued at Mercyhurst University where she performed with The Mercyhurst Dancers, Mercyhurst University Dance Team, and Liturgical Dance Ensemble. In addition to classical works, she was selected to work with contemporary guest artists including Catherine Meredith, Gina Patterson, and Jeffrey Rockland. In May 2021, Rebecca graduated Summa Cum Laude from Mercyhurst University with a Bachelor of Arts in Dance Performance and Criminal Justice, with a concentration in pre-law studies. She is currently working professionally in the criminal justice system while continuing to perform and teach throughout the local area.
Astrological Sign
Libra
Favorite Food
Sweet potatoes
Favorite Color
Olive green
Favorite Book
Big Magic
Favorite Movie
Silence of the Lambs
Inspirational Quote
“Find out who you are and do it on purpose” -Dolly Parton
Favorite Music/Artist/Band/Musical Genre
Huge Dolly Parton fan
Favorite Place to Be
Walt Disney World
If you were a dinosaur, which dinosaur would you be?
Pterodactyl
Do you have any pets? If so, tell us about it/them!
2 pups: Charlie (toy poodle) and Stella (wolfhound mix)
What genre of dance is your favorite? Why?
Ballet, I love that you can take a class anywhere with anyone and the same principles still apply
What is your favorite full length ballet/variation/performance? Why?
Stars and Stripes, I love how upbeat and springy the choreography is. It just puts you in a good mood!
Why do you dance?
It has given me an incredible opportunity to learn more about myself and others.
If you wear pointe shoes, what kind do you wear? If not pointe shoes, what kind of flat shoes do you prefer?
Suffolks
What other jobs/activities/talents/passions do you pursue?
Passionate about criminal justice (I have a BA in criminal justice) and my hobbies include running, working out, cooking, and anything that gets me outside.
What are you looking forward to this season with Ballet Embody?