Rebecca R. Levy, a choreographer, performer and educator based in Jacksonville, Florida, delves into the intricacies of the mind, feminism and the dynamics that both unite and divide us in her dance works. Infusing humor, elements of dance theater and collaborations with visual artists, composers, costume designers and filmmakers, her performances are entertaining, humorous, athletic and rich in detail. Co-founding Jacksonville Dance Theatre in 2012, Levy serves as Artistic Director, crafting dances, staging performances and fostering new talents. Her critically acclaimed choreographic works have graced festivals, films, concerts, and events worldwide.
Josie Camp was born in the United Kingdom and at a young age moved to North Carolina where her love for dancing began. Later relocating to Nevada, she continued her training by graduating from Las Vegas Academy of the Arts as a dance major in 2016, while studying at summer programs through the Joffrey Ballet School and Peter Chu’s ChuThis. Josie later attained a B.F.A in Dance Performance and Choreography from the University of Nevada-Las Vegas in the fall of 2020, receiving an ‘Outstanding Choreographer’ award from the department. While in school, she performed as an apprentice with Contemporary West Dance Theatre under the direction of Bernard H Gaddis, dancing renowned works such as ‘Night Creatures’ by Alvin Ailey and Ulysses Dove’s ‘Vespers’. Internationally, she has danced with Red Desert Dance Company under Cathy Allen, performing set works throughout Greece. Josie is certified in Pilates and teaches dance at studios throughout Jacksonville. She is grateful to be a company member of Jacksonville Dance Theatre and gives all of her love to the company.
Gabby “GG” Garbarini, originally from South Florida, began her dance training early in life at Boca Ballet Theater and later at Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts. With a strong foundation and passion for ballet, she expanded her horizons and continued her education at the University of Oklahoma, receiving a BFA in Modern Dance Performance in May of 2026. Throughout college Gabby further developed her training in Modern dance techniques including but not limited to Horton, Graham, Limón, and Cunningham. Her experience there has strengthened her understanding of dance as an art form, and allowed her to develop a connection between mind and body. Gabby is excited to keep exploring movement back in her home state, joining Jacksonville Dance Theater this season for her professional debut!
Jenna Lett is originally from Knoxville, TN. In 2024, she earned dual undergraduate degrees in Chinese and Dance from Western Kentucky University. There, she performed with WKU’s dance company and had the opportunity to perform in pieces set by faculty and guest artists, guest in Kentucky Ballet Theatre’s Nutcracker, and perform at Big Muddy’s Dance Fest Showcase and MADCO’s Dare to Dance Festival. During her time at WKU, she was also awarded the Faculty Undergraduate Student Engagement Grant, which she used to study and explore new perspectives on ballet and contemporary ballet. She has also received additional training at summer programs with Salt Contemporary Dance, Visceral Dance Chicago, Eisenhower Dance Detroit, and Gus Giordano Dance School. Additionally, she has trained and performed under Waterstreet Dance Milwaukee in their 2024/25 season. Under direction of Morgan Williams, she toured across the Midwest and performed in works by Morgan Williams, Lean Damasco Jr., Luis Vasquez, and Leila Henry. Jenna is excited to join Jacksonville Dance Theatre for their 2026/27 season.
Jessica Plonka is a Jacksonville, Florida native who grew up training as a competitive dancer throughout the region. She studied at several local studios, including No Limits, Studio K, and Debbie’s Dance Company, where she trained under the direction of Debra Ford, Jennifer Turbyfill, Samantha Reyes, and Kellie Landon. During her competitive years, Jessica earned numerous regional and national titles.
Jessica is a 2020 graduate of James Madison University, where she received both a Bachelor of Arts in Dance and a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. While at JMU, she performed as a member of the Virginia Repertory Dance Company, appearing in works by Kyle Abraham, DanceWorks Chicago, Rubén Graciani, Matt Pardo, and Scott Putman.
Following graduation, Jessica returned to Jacksonville and joined Emily Cargill and Dancers as a company member for one season. In 2021, she became a company member with Jacksonville Dance Theatre, where she has performed works by Louis Kavouras, Susan Dodge, Bliss Kohlmyer, Roberto Forleo, Eboné Amos, and James Morrow.
In addition to her performance career, Jessica is an active instructor and choreographer in the Jacksonville area. She currently serves on faculty at LaVilla School of the Arts and Debbie’s Dance Company, where her choreography has earned both regional and national recognition within the competitive dance circuit.
Kristen Sholes Sullivan, originally from Gainesville, Georgia has been dedicated to the professional art of Dance and Education as a performer, dance maker, and teacher for over 20 years. She is Adjunct Professor of Dance at Florida State College at Jacksonville where she has taught Modern, Ballet, Jazz, and Pilates since 2012 and frequently sets choreography on FSCJ’s danceWORKS company and is honored to begin teaching Adjunct at Jacksonville University Dance Department this upcoming Fall. Kristen holds her MFA in Dance from Florida State University where she held a Teaching Assistantship teaching Jazz and Modern to FSU’s non-majors. She received her BFA in Dance from University of Nevada Las Vegas and graduated Magna Cum Laude. Kristen dances professionally with Jacksonville Dance Theatre as a founding member since 2013 dancing in works by Artistic director Rebecca R. Levy, Ebone Amos, Jonah Bokaer, James Boyd, Emily Cargill, Bryn Cohn, Bliss Kohlmeyer, James Morrow, Tiffany Santiero, Talani Torres, Joanna Ursal, and Pioneer Winter and recently premiered her new work on the company, “As I Remember It,” at the historic Florida Theatre. In 2022, Kristen was selected to represent FSCJ as a presenter at ACDA held at Florida State University. From 2005-2014, Kristen danced professionally with Surfscape Contemporary Dance Theatre located in Daytona Beach, Florida where she performed choreography by artistic directors, Rachael Leonard and Kristin Bender-Polizzi along with guest choreographers John Beasant III, Eva Gholson, Jack Mitchell, and Ann Sorvino. Internationally, she has performed at Sadler’s Wells with SCDT, in Spain with the American Choreographers Showcase, Germany in the International Dance and Gymnastics Festival, and Scotland in the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Kristen had the honor of performing The Human Show by Kari Margolis of Margolis Brown Theatre at the Kennedy Center for the American Theatre Finalists. Kristen’s work has been performed by Jacksonville Dance Theatre and accepted to the Pasadena Dance Festival in California, Mix Match Dance Festival in LA, New Seeds Festival of Tampa, and Harvest Chicago Contemporary Dance Festival. In 2006, Kristen held an Arts Administrative Internship with Movement Research of New York City and Judson Church through FSU in NYC program. Along with her intensive dance performance and education background, Kristen continues to deepen her physical study of movement through Pilates and GYROTONIC®. Kristen has taught Pilates for over 12 years and has been a Master Teacher Trainer for Balanced Body for over 7 years. She holds her comprehensive certification in Classical Pilates through Power Pilates and bridged over to Balanced Body as a Master Instructor. She is also certified in Balanced Body Barre, Bodhi, MOTR, Oov, and is a member of the Pilates Method Alliance and holds her certificate in Level 1 and Level 2 GYROTONIC®. She is thankful for her unending support from her husband and spends her time outside the studio as a full time adoring mother to her two children. Kristen is a proud member of Jacksonville Dance Theatre and serves as the Company’s Associate Artistic Director as well as a Resident Choreographer.
Lexi Young began her dance training in Missouri and Ohio, focusing on ballet and modern techniques. She began teaching dance while training in high school, where she discovered a passion for empowering young movers. At Lindenwood University, she was a Bachelor of Fine Arts candidate in Dance with a specialization in Contemporary and a minor in Adapted Sports and Recreation, where she studied contemporary and modern dance under Tricia Zweier and Mariko Kumanomido. During her time at Lindenwood, Lexi choreographed works for three side stage productions as well as a main stage production, further developing her voice as an artist.
Her co-choreographed film, Carousel, created in collaboration with a cinematography program, reflects her passion for interdisciplinary work. This summer, she was selected as a Rising Choreographer for Sarasota Contemporary Dance Company. She has also attended prestigious intensives with Regional Dance America, the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, and Saint Louis Dance Theater, crediting these experiences as instrumental in the growth of her artistry and technique.
In addition to her studies, Lexi teaches at Pure Barre, integrating fitness and strength training into her dance practice. She aspires to work with youth with disabilities, using dance as a means of empowerment and inclusion.
