BIO

Ellie Drotts, born and raised in Houston, Texas, began her dance journey at Elite Dance Academy under the guidance of Lanette Cook and Terrill Mitchell. She will be graduating in spring 2025 with her BFA in Dance and a Master’s in Education. Ellie graduated from the Kinder High School for the Performing and Visual Arts dance department in 2021, where she was mentored by Janie Carothers and Courtney D Jones. During her high school tenure, she also trained with Jade Whitmire’s, Artistic Soul Dance Company. Ellie has attended numerous workshops and intensives, including Soul Escape, Whirlwind Dance, Water Street Dance, Dancers Give Back Dallas, and JAM Dance Workshops. She has had the privilege of working with esteemed choreographers such as Terrill Mitchell, Jess Hendricks, Maddi Burg, Kiki Lucas, Al Blackstone, Courtney D. Jones, LaTasha Barnes and Paul Taylor Dance Company.

MISSION STATEMENT

I am committed to living a life with purpose, bravery and love. With strength rooted in me, I will embrace challenges and pursue opportunities that ignite my passion curiosity. With every step, I strive to spread kindness and joy through my art. With genuine connection and an eagerness to move, I aim to be a force and fulfill my dreams.

VISION STATEMENT

I will move with intention, embodying bravery, kindness and purpose. Through my vision, I will honor myself to live with passion, connect deeply and stay rooted in strength and love. My goal is to lead with kindness, guiding other to do the same. To connect with others through storytelling, and movement that sparks meaningful conversion.