Shannon Atkins relocated to New York City from Australia nine years ago, embarking on a remarkable journey that has solidified her reputation as a seasoned professional in the world of dance. Her exceptional talent and unwavering passion for teaching has led her to traverse the globe, gracing stages across the United States, United Kingdom, Europe, Asia, Canada, Mexico, and her native Australia. Notably, she is frequently sought after as a distinguished judge, renowned choreographer, and esteemed contributor to prestigious dance conventions worldwide, including “Move It” and “Can You Dance” in the UK, as well as the esteemed “Australian Dance Festival”.

Shannon is an integral part of the esteemed faculty at the world-renowned Broadway Dance Center and The Joffrey Ballet School in New York City. Additionally, she imparts her vast knowledge and expertise at Millennium Dance Complex, The Institute of American Musical Theatre and has held the esteemed position of resident choreographer for Manhattanville College.

Shannon’s diverse and accomplished background includes notable appearances on Lifetime TV’s “Dance Moms” further solidifying her standing as a respected figure in the industry. Recently, she choreographed the opening for New York Fashion Week Spring 2023, demonstrating her ability to captivate audiences in the realm of high-profile events. Prior to her illustrious global career, Shannon excelled as a proprietor of a highly successful dance school, as well as a faculty member at the prestigious Queensland Conservatorium, where she directed and choreographed musical theatre productions. Shannon has performed in musicals such as “42nd Street” and “Oklahoma” while also showcasing her talent as a broadway-style choreographer, notably for productions like “High School Musical 2.”

Shannon’s achievements extend beyond the realm of dance, as she possesses a law/psychology degree—a testament to her multifaceted capabilities.

With an unwavering dedication to her craft and an extensive portfolio of accomplishments, Shannon Atkins stands as an esteemed figure in the dance industry, embodying professionalism, expertise, and an undeniable passion for her art.

WORK WITH SHANNON

JUDGING

Shannon is a distinguished judge with extensive experience across all styles of Dance. Shannon has judged all around the world at competitions including Australian Dance Festival, MOVE IT UK, Get The Beat Singapore, Showcase National Dance Championships, Shake The Ground, Victorian Dance Festival and more.

MENTORING

Shannon holds more than 30 years of knowledge when it comes to navigating the Industry. Some common one-on-one mentoring topics Shannon covers include US Visa Advice, Relocating Countries, Dance Opportunities Abroad, Owning and Running a Dance Studio and Competition Judging Etiquette.

CHOREOGRAPHY

Shannon is a highly sought after choreographer across large groups, small groups and solos. Her choreography credits include the opening number for New York Fashion Week 2023, the opening number at multiple dance convention showcases, plus hundreds of award winning solo and group routines.

CRITIQUES

 Shannon is available to provide in depth feedback on your performance routines to help you take your solos to the next level. Critiques are delivered via voice memo.

Please allow 5-9 days between payment and receiving your online critique audio file. 

Shannon is a faculty teacher as Broadway Dance Center in New York City. Shannon is extremely versatile, teaching multiple genres of dance. She loves to create a “feel good” atmosphere in her classes while also challenging the dancers technically. Shannon conducts an energetic, upbeat class that concentrates on developing strong jazz technique. Her warmup is designed to help with correct placement, flexibility, and overall strength to give the dancer a solid foundation for jazz dance. Her across-the-floor is a fusion of elements that focus on technique and style and she loves to teach combinations that are “classic” jazz, allowing dancers to focus on their attack and clean lines. Her fun, upbeat routines will not only get your blood pumping, but will also help with picking up choreography, which is necessary in all forms of dance. 

Upcoming Schedule

May 25th 2026

Colab Quarters Open Class - Sydney

May 27th 2026

RWS Global Auditions - Sydney

May 31st 2026

MVMT Dance Complex - Gold Coast

June 4th & 5th 2026

Elite Performance Studios - Sydney

June 6th & 7th 2026

Light The Way - Sydney

June 8th & 9th 2026

LJR - Adelaide

June 12th 2026

Dance Conservatory Australia - Brisbane

June 13th 2026

MVMT Lab - Gold Coast

June 29th 2026

Domowka Dance Workshop - Poland

July 2nd 2026

BDC Inspire - New York City

July 4 - 8 2026

Believe National Championship - Ft Lauderdale

July 11th 2026

BDC Inspire - New York City

July 12th & 13th 2026

Shannon x Frankie - Studio L New Jersey

July 16th - 19th 2026

Global Dance Open - Spain

July 29th - 31st 2026

RDS Company Summer Workshop - Spain

August 2nd - 6th 2026

MVSA - Miami

August 8th 2026

LA Establishment Summer - New York City

August 9th 2026

Jumpstart Workshop - Canada

August 10th - 12th 2026

Dance Dimensions - Canada

August 17th 2026

BDC Inspire - New York City

August 18th 2026

Techniques Summer Intensive - New York City

August 21st 2026

Fordham University Dance Team - New York City

September 2nd - 6th 2026

Thailand Challenge Cup Dance Competition

October 29th - 31st 2026

Adrenaline Dance Finals - Sydney

November 14th & 15th 2026

Dance Connect - Portugal

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