Allyson Tapley

In a dimmed lit room with the tune of “Material Girl” blaring by Madonna, I twirled, jumped, kicked, and made up my own intuitive moves-I was a natural-born choreographer at the ripe age of six years old. Synchronizing physical movement with music wasn’t enough, I had to have the look as well. It was not unusual to see me in the brightest neon clothing available and the flashiest eyeshadow known to man. Innocently, I envisioned myself on the stage and performing like an expert. ​A few years later my mom would get the inkling that I needed formal dance instruction and I was placed in my very first dance class. What might have been a mere curiosity for many, was a way of life for me. I was soon in unlimited dance classes throughout the week. It was no small feat either. I can hardly believe my mom was able to financially afford bottomless dance classes on her modest income. It was because of this opportunity that I became a technically astute dancer, able to perform a pirouette, a triple, a bent kneed jete’ to a straight-legged swan. I knew that technique doesn’t always make a dancer great- passion must be the driving force. Wherever that ‘passion’ comes from one must use it to further their craft. My parents were going through a divorce and I found refuge in my dance practice as one might find in yoga practice. ​As a college student, it never entered my mind to deviate from dance. Dance was alive in my heart and soul and I sought out a variety of classes in dance education at my local community college. A defining moment for me was when I discovered Modern and Contemporary dance. This sort of movement opened up Pandora’s Box in my soul. It was at this time I knew I was meant to pursue a teaching profession in dance. As a dance teaching artist, choreographer, and educator I grew to love applying makeup and doing hair for different theater shows and recitals. Intertwining my two passions has been a lifelong goal of mine and I can’t wait to share it with you! Allyson Marie & Co. has been glamming up faces for over 15 years. Theater productions, Broadway shows, and dance shows were the main focus for the owner/artist. In addition, she has certifications from Blushington Makeup Academy.