Mikaela Fenton
Mikaela, native to Sicklerville NJ, attended University of the Arts in Philadelphia, receiving the “Artistry” Scholarship to study dance. Receiving her B.F.A in Dance under the direction of Donna Faye-Burchfield in 2017. During these four years she was fortunate enough to work and perform in works choreographed by Katie Swords-Thurman, Tommie-Waheed Evans, Jesse Zaritt, Sidra Bell, Milton Myers, Meredith Rainey and Kyle and Dinita Clark. Simultaneous to her schooling Mikaela was also an active company member with Philadanco! D/2 second company under the direction of Donald T. Lunsford. This then led to apprenticeship opportunities with PHILADANCO! Until transitioning into a full time company artist post graduation. Mikaela continues to stay curious and seek out knowledge and new perspectives- deepening her craft she has studied with Jacob Jonas the Company, Kyle Abraham’s A.I.M, NVA & Guests and Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Mikaela also works as a movement director for various filmmakers and projects as well as performance artist for various music videos and short films. Parallel to performing, Mikaela finds joy in teaching and pouring her knowledge back into her community as a faculty member of The School of Philadelphia Ballet since 2021 as well as various schools and programs across the city and tri state area.