About Karlee Cline

Karlee Cline, an accomplished dancer and choreographer with roots in both Kansas City and Los Angeles, embarked on her dance journey at the young age of 2. Her formative years were dedicated to honing her skills at Heart of America Dance Centre, where she garnered numerous regional and national awards for her exceptional dancing. As an alumna of the Heart of America Youth Ballet, Karlee achieved a significant milestone by portraying the coveted role of the Sugar Plum Fairy in "The Nutcracker" during her tenure as a company member.

Karlee's dedication extended beyond the stage, as she spent four years assisting Tremaine Dance Conventions and Competitions as a Company member of the Tremaine Performance Company. During this time, she was mentored by renowned figures such as Derrick Schrader, Tony Bellissimo, Tiffany Maher, Meghan Sanett, and Keri LaGrand. Notably, Karlee showcased her versatility by assuming the role of LOVE in "Love vs. Fear" during the 2022 Kinfigure show choreographed by Caleb Brauner and Carly Lawrence.

In her pursuit of excellence, Karlee expanded her training horizons to encompass diverse locations, including New York and Canada. Her exceptional talents were recognized when she was selected to perform at the prestigious "Capezio ACE Awards." Transitioning into a full-time choreographer, Karlee achieved remarkable success, securing eight regional choreography awards within her first three years. She earned the esteemed title of "Top Regional Choreographer" and clinched a national choreography award in both 2021 and 2022. Recently, Karlee has started judging for dance competitions as well as teaching for dance conventions. Karlee's journey is a testament to her passion, talent, and unwavering commitment to the art of dance.