NIAGARA FALLS CONVENTION
October 18
Niagara Falls Convention Centre
Address: 6815 Stanley Ave, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3Y9
Phone: (905) 357-6222
TEACHING FACULTY
Megan Caines – Jazz
Megan Caines is a passionate performer born and raised in Richmond Hill, Ontario. She has trained in ballet, pointe, jazz, acrobatics, partnering, contemporary, hip hop, ballroom, freestyle, tumbling, choreography, musical theatre, acting. Megan has won numerous awards including 1st – Runner up Senior Soloist at The Dance Awards in Florida and was also asked to represent Dancer Palooza as a member of the Beat Squad in Los Angeles. Megan has been featured as an Actress/Dancer/Singer in many TV shows and movies such as “The Next Step”, “Backstage”, “Degrassi”, “Star Trek”, “What We Do In The Shadows”, “Magical Christmas Ornament”, “Disney Zombies 2”, “Disney Zombies 3” and Season 1 & 2 of “Ginny and Georgia”. Megan has worked at the Stratford Festival and in those 10 months she starred Gracie Shinn in the “Music Man”, performed “The Shining People of Leonard Cohen” at the PAL Event, took part in “The Lab Track” and also helped workshop the Romeo and Juliet Remix. Megan performed 42 shows as a Dancer/Magician’s Assistant on “The Illusionists, Live from Broadway”. Megan has also danced for artists including Paloma Faith, Birdie and Stress while touring with “Art On Ice” in Switzerland.
This performer has been in many promotional events including “The Nut Cracker” for MAC Cosmetics and “Welcoming Spring” for the Eaton Centre. She also teaches judges, and shares her knowledge with young dancers across Canada. She has taught at many Conventions including Dance Canada, CREO, iDance, Artys Dance, Impact Dance Challenge and more.
Megan is a certified personal trainer and barre instructor. She created her own 4 Week Fitness Challenge eBook called “Elevate your Game” to help dancers cross train and get in their best shape. Megan continues to dance, act, sing and teach and is excited to grow as an artist and reach new goals in this upcoming year.
Mark Samuels – Hip-Hop
In the early days of his career, Mark danced for countless Canadian artists such as
Shawn Desman, Jully Black, Maestro Fresh Wes and Nelly Furtado, to name a few.
He also danced in Canada’s most notable shows such as The Juno Awards,
MMVA’s and So You Think You Can Dance Canada.
After spending years as a dancer in Canada, Mark expanded to the US, where
he was fortunate enough to work with some of the industry‘s biggest choreographers.
His journey led him to dance for multi-platinum recording artists such as Mariah Carey, Mary J
Blige, Missy Elliott, Kelis, Mario and many more.
Today, Mark is a well-established figure in the dance industry. With over 30 years of
experience, he has shifted his passion into choreography and movement direction. He‘s
collaborated on a number of successful film and TV shows such as A Series Of Unfortunate
Events, Disney’s – The Descendants and The Magicians. He recently choreographed The 2025
Juno Awards for Aqyila and Shawn Desman‘s nationwide tour and his latest music video, “Body,“
featuring Jamie Fine.
Jenna Shortt – Jazz Funk
Jenna Shortt’s journey in dance began at just four years old, and she hasn’t stopped moving since. With over 14 years of competitive experience, she is classically trained in tap, ballet, jazz, hip hop, modern, lyrical, contemporary, and beyond, building a strong technical foundation and a fearless artistic voice.
Driven by ambition, Jenna moved to Toronto to pursue a professional career in commercial dance, where she quickly made her mark. She toured across the United States as an Elite Protege member of Pulse Dance Convention and further refined her craft in Los Angeles under the mentorship of renowned choreographer Rhapsody James.
Her dynamic performance style led her to dance for three seasons with the Toronto Raptors Northside Dance Crew, electrifying arenas and captivating thousands of fans. Jenna has also appeared on screen in music videos for Drake and Shawn Desman, expanding her presence in the global entertainment industry.
Most recently, Jenna completed her first nationwide tour on Shawn Desman’s Back to Life tour and continued performing with him internationally this summer in Germany. With unmatched passion, versatility, and stage presence, Jenna Shortt continues to rise; bringing power, precision, and heart to every performance. Her story is one of dedication, resilience, and an unstoppable love for dance.
Tenetia Di Salvo – Broadway
Tenetia grew up as a competitive dancer in Southern California. She has had extensive training in ballet, jazz, lyrical/ contemporary, modern and tap, and has trained with acclaimed teachers such as Mandy Moore (SYTYCD), Kim Borgaro (OTE), Ray Leeper (NUVO), John Crutchman (WCDE), Henry LeTang, Doug Caldwell and Robert Duran, to name a few. She holds her A.D.A.P.T jazz/tap teachers certification. Her performing/industry credits include; EFX starring Tommy Tune at the MGM Grand Las Vegas (Dancer); STORM at the Mandalay Bay Las Vegas (Dancer) under the direction of Jamie King (Madonna, Brittney Spears) choreography by Melissa Williams and Carla Kama; Holland America Cruise Line (dancer/singer, dance captain); Stiletto Entertainment under the direction of Gary Kief (Barry Manilow) (Asst. choreographer/ Casting Asst.); WE DID IT Fashion Show Fashion Week Ottawa (choreographer); Industrial shows and conventions, including Paul Mitchell and BeBe (dancer/model); MGM theme park in Las Vegas (Dancer, dance captain); Keepiń It Right On Time dance training video with Kenneth Green (Dancer). Tenetia has been teaching for 20+ years across the USA and Canada, and currently teaches in Ottawa, Canada.
She is known for her attention to detail and choreography that resonates. Her choreography has won numerous overall standings, special awards and choreography awards at dance competitions, including YGAP in Canada and the USA. Her former students can be seen performing all over the world in New York, Branson, Disney, Nickelodeon TV, on cruise ships, TV/film, and music videos. Tenetia spends her free time with her husband and three children. She continues to educate herself in the dance industry so that she can provide new and innovative techniques to her students while keeping them safe and excited to learn.
Eric Campros – Contemporary
Eric John Campros enjoys a varied career as a dancer, choreographer, and educator. He debuted on Broadway in the smash hit musical “Grease” and followed with the national tours of Hello, Dolly with the legendary Carol Channing and A Chorus Line. He danced on tour with the Backstreet Boys and Aaliyah, and has appeared in performances with Britney Spears, Usher, and Lil’ Kim. Eric danced in several films, most notably Across the Universe and the Bollywood hit Jaaneman, as well as various commercials and videos. Choreography credits include the US tour of Real Soul, German tour of M*Pire, NYC debut of the Voice’s Sal Valentinnetti, CCTV’s New Year Spectacular, video games for Studio Chibli, and commercial industrials for Levi’s, Wrangler, and Aventis Pharmaceuticals. Eric choreographed “Ding Dong” the ad campaign for Drizly, currently airing internationally. As an educator he created a 2 year dance based curriculum for Hebei Art College and Shandong University in China, and is a guest teaching artist at Yale University, Sacred Heart University, Boris Eifman Academy and Dance Academy Russia in Saint Petersburg, Russia, Mahalia in Egypt, Studio Harmonic, Arts Des Vivants, and Neo Dance in Paris, Jennifer Jellison TT in London, Living Art in Argentina and Uruguay, Broadway House and Capital Dance in Spain, and several others. (A comprehensive teaching list can be found on his website.) He was a panelist and choreographer for the hit Indian reality show Roots of Dancing with Prince Gupta Jr, and appeared as a guest artist for the Israeli documentary Dance Festival Mami, 2021. He is currently working on the International hit crime dramas Law and Order, Organized Crime, as well as Law and Order, SVU as movement coordinator, and remains on faculty at the prestigious Broadway Dance Center in New York City. Eric continues to create new works through his production company Rebellious Creatives, and holds a BA in Marketing from MSU. Videos, press, and more information can be found on his website www.ericjohncampros.com.
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Entry for one Junior student at Niagara Falls Location. Morning warm ups. 5 classes including one Scholarship class. Presentation and Awards Ceremony to follow.
If you received a Partial Scholarship from a Dance Canada Competition location, please email us at dancecanadaconvention@gmail.com before registering online. -
Entry for one Senior student at Niagara Falls Location. Morning warm ups. 5 classes including one Scholarship class. Presentation and Awards Ceremony to follow.
If you received a Partial Scholarship from a Dance Canada Competition location, please email us at dancecanadaconvention@gmail.com before registering online. -
For those wishing to sit and watch all classes at the Niagara Falls Location. In and out privileges apply. Also includes entry to the ‘Showcase and Awards Presentation.’ -
For teachers wishing to sit and watch all classes at Niagara Falls Location. In and out privileges apply. Also includes entry to the ‘Showcase and Awards Presentation.’
You must be on the current teaching faculty of your studio to purchase and use Teacher - Observer Passes.