Who We Are

We love to dance. We love to teach dance. We don't like stress. Let's have fun instead!
Since 2010, Dreamlight Studio has been offering fun and exciting, low-pressure dance classes. We strive to provide a safe and friendly environment for students of all ages to explore and develop their passion for dance and the performing arts. We believe in creating a learning atmosphere free from competition and comparison, and therefore we offer no competitive classes at our studio. At Dreamlight, there is something for everyone! In addition to group dance classes, we also offer private one-on-one lessons in dance and acting, wedding dance instruction, birthday party packages, dance camps, Christian worship dance, and more.  

View our current offerings here to get started!

We're at 230 Anchor Road #6 on the East Hamilton Mountain. ​In 2017, Dreamlight underwent renovations, expanding to become a two studio room facility. Each dance room has proper professional-grade dance flooring and is equipped with fixed ballet barres and full wall-length mirrors. Both rooms are also free from any beams / support structures anywhere on the dancefloor, making them even safer to dance in.

Why the Dreamlight Dance Experience is Different:


  • Affordability & Small Commitment. You should not have to "break-the-bank" in order to enjoy the complete dance experience, nor should you be forced to enroll a 3 year old child with ever-changing interests for an entire year upfront! One-time registration fee is only $30+HST. We offer group classes with a month-to-month payment and commitment option at only $59+HST/month. We also provide discounts to students who take multiple classes.

  • No Recital Participation Fee & Costumes are $65 (or less)! While many studios charge $100+ for recital costumes, Dreamlight does not. Also, there is no recital participation fee and only those students wishing to participate in the June year-end recital will need to purchase a costume. Recital tickets for spectators are typically only $10+HST, with no minimum purchase required.

  • Small Class Sizes. Each and every student deserves to receive the instructor's attention. Tiny Tots & Tutu & Tiara Classes have a maximum of 6-8 students and other classes have a maximum of 10-12 students, depending on exact ages enrolled.

  • Parents CAN Watch! Both studio rooms have closed-circuit cameras attached to TVs in the lobby so that parents can watch the fun without the risk of distracting students! (NOTE: Seating is limited & TV watching cannot be guaranteed every week. Technical difficulties may occasionally occur.)

  • No Class Uniforms. You are not required to buy specific makes / brands / colours of dancewear in order to take classes! Clothing requirements vary by class (i.e. ballet classes should have leotards, hip-hop classes should wear activewear / comfortable clothing), but you will always be free to purchase these items wherever you wish and in whatever colour, style, or brand you wish! Forgot your dancewear at home? It happens! As long as what you're wearing is safe, you'll still be welcome to attend class.

  • Wholesome. We only use clean, age-appropriate music, choreography, and costumes in all of our classes and recitals. This is very important to us! We want parents to feel that their children are safe when they drop them off at dance class.

  • Drama Free. No competitive classes of any sort are offered at our studio. This keeps the learning atmosphere fun and relaxed. It also prevents students from feeling like they're not good enough if they don't "make the team." This also keeps the cost of dancing way down. 

  • Private Lessons. Our one-on-one lesson options allow for students to progress faster, in a program that has been customized just for them! Also great for adults and those who prefer to learn in private.​
View our current offerings here to get started!
We can't wait to share the joy of dance with you!

The Dream Team

Meet our primary staff. We also have extended dance family members that you may meet now and again too!
ELISA SORBARA 
Studio Director
Elisa founded Dreamlight Studio in 2010. She studied theatre at Brock University and has taught dance, music, and acting to elementary and middle school children with HWDSB's Artsaround Program and to various homeschool groups. Elisa has also choreographed and danced in several musicals including Hello, Dolly!, Kiss Me Kate, Annie Get Your Gun, and The Pajama Game -- two of which were selected by the Ontario Arts Review as Top Ten Theatrical Productions of the year in all of Ontario. In 2007, Elisa founded Shooting Star Theatrics where she produced, choreographed, and performed in musicals for 10 years. Elisa has also danced and taught at various churches across the GTA and loves helping others connect with the Lord through dance. Outside of her studio life, Elisa enjoys travelling and playing her many musical instruments. Elisa strives to keep Dreamlight a safe, welcoming environment where all students can grow and explore their passion for dance and the performing arts. 
RACHEL ROMANOSKI
Lead Instructor​
Born and raised in Hamilton, Rachel is a Canadian based actor, singer, dancer, choreographer, and model. With her B.A. in Performance Arts and extensive years of training, Rachel has performed, instructed, and choreographed throughout Ontario, including Hamilton, Niagara, Mississauga, and Toronto. As a professional dance instructor and choreographer, Rachel has been training since the age of five in various styles of dance including Hip-Hop, Tap, Jazz, Musical Theatre, Lyrical, Contemporary, Ballroom, Latin, Heels, Ballet, and Pointe. Rachel has provided instruction and produced movement workshops for Performing Art Seminars and International World Summits. She has performed in various competitions throughout the United States and Canada such as World Of Dance, and was President and Teacher of Hip-Hop clubs and dance classes at Brock University. Rachel empowers her students in finding their confidence to transform their technique and express themselves in a judgement free environment. Rachel uses her performance skills to inspire and motivate others to become the best versions of themselves and is an enthusiastic individual eager to spread her knowledge and passion with others wishing to pursue the same!
NICOLE GIGLIA
​Lead Instructor​
Nicole is a dancer, dance teacher and choreographer based in Hamilton, Ontario. Starting dance at the age of 3, her love for the art has only continued to grow stronger. She has years of training in various styles including tap, jazz, hip hop, lyrical, contemporary, acro, ballet and pointe and has performed at various competitions across Ontario. At the age of 16, she began teaching her own classes in jazz and ballet, and continues to enjoy sharing her passion for dance with her students. She hopes to teach them that dance is about creating a deep connection with yourself in a way that makes them happy despite what others may think. It is an outlet for expression, for soul searching, and most importantly, to have fun! Nicole is currently obtaining a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, and hopes to combine this with her love for dance through Dance/Movement Therapy.
ASHLEY KOVACS 
Lead Instructor​
Ashley grew up in Hamilton, Ontario, taking many genres of dance including lyrical/contemporary, jazz, ballet, production/musical theatre, hip hop, and tap until the age of 18. In June 2025, she graduated from the Concurrent Teacher Education program at Brock University and is working toward becoming a K-6 supply teacher in a local school board. Ashley not only loves dance and music but has a passion for teaching and learning. She is excited to create a safe and fun learning environment where dancers are motivated to try new things, build confidence, and believe in themselves and their limitless potential. She aims to foster a sense of community and belonging at dance where everyone feels included while making special friendships. In addition to dance, Ashley enjoys practicing yoga, trying new art crafts, and spending time with family and friends. 
CAITLYN DRURY
Lead Instructor​
Caitlyn was born and raised in the countryside near Caledonia, and spent her time dancing in the fields and grass. Her passion for dance started as soon as she put her first pair of ballet slippers on at age four. To this day, you can still find her dancing in her backyard at age eighteen. Caitlyn started as a recreational dancer then moved into competitive dance where she competed in jazz, lyrical, ballet, modern, and contemporary for ten years. She has also been training in pointe ballet since age eleven. She loves to see her students grow and thrive through dance and she loves to watch them rock the stage and express themselves through movement. Caitlyn has been in several music videos for dance and has done many dance photoshoots. She loves to instill her love for dance to everyone, whether they're two years old or twenty years old! When she’s not dancing, she is in school studying or modeling. She is currently holding the “Miss Teen International” title and you better believe she did a little happy dance. She hopes her students are excited to come back to her class and that they all walk out of her room feeling happy and more confident.
ANDREA BAIARDO
Lead Instructor​
Andrea (Andy) is thrilled to be joining Dreamlight Studio for the first time this season! As a born and raised Hamilton native, Andrea is a multidisciplinary performer, artist, and teacher with a deep passion for the performing arts as a whole. A former student at Centennial College for Theatre Arts and Performance, she has had the opportunity to teach and direct students in musical theatre and dance productions, as well as, perform in multiple shows and productions throughout the years. 
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Andrea began her love for performing through dance at the age of three. At the age of 18, she continued her immense dance training within the Toronto Dance Community. Since then, Andrea has been a part of many training companies and performed in numerous shows across the GTA. Within this time, Andy has had the pleasure to teach children of all ages through school programs, studios, camps and theatre and now, she is ecstatic to share her passion for dance with you this season!  ​
CORINA ZAVARISE 
Lead Instructor​
Born and raised right here in Hamilton, Corina’s love for dance began well before she was enrolled in her first ever dance class at the age of three. Since then, she has trained at the competitive level and competed in tap, jazz, contemporary, lyrical, hip hop, and musical theatre and completed several years of ballet training. Throughout the years, she and her team have won several overall placement and special awards. Some of her fondest memories include competing in Nationals in New Jersey, performing halftime at Hamilton Tiger Cats and Harlem Globetrotters games, and contributing to many community initiatives in Hamilton through dance performances. She is is excited to combine her love for dance, Hamilton, creating, and encouraging young students to grow as a dance instructor. Corina has recently completed her Bachelor’s in Honours Psychology and Biblical and Theological Studies at Redeemer University and works full time in youth and adult mental health ministry. 
JANE-LEIGH JAMIESON
Lead Instructor​
Jane-Leigh is a dancer and choreographer. She has always been passionate about the arts, specifically dance. She enrolled in various dance classes at different studios in the Brantford area growing up. She took many classes related to dance and theatre in high school while obtaining her stage and screen SHSM. She moved on to graduate from the George Brown College Dance Performance Preparation Program in 2023. She then choreographed and directed her own work and presented it in the Paprika Theatre Festival in Toronto in 2025. Jane-Leigh has performed in multiple productions in various styles of dance in and out of school. Most recently Jane-Leigh is an apprentice choreographer for Frozen the musical at Theatre Aquarius. Jane-Leigh’s goal with every class is to uplift and empower her students by allowing them to grow and learn in a safe and welcoming environment where everyone is valued and supported. She believes that dance is an excellent tool for self expression and that everyone of all ages should get the chance to dance.
MARIELLA GUINTO
Lead Instructor​
Mariella is excited to be part of Dreamlight Studio this upcoming season! Mariella began dancing at the age of 2 recreationally and danced competitively for over ten years. She enjoyed teaching kids dance over the past 3 years in summer camps. Mariella looks forward to continue dancing in her upcoming pathway, and make new acquaintances in the dance industry! Presently, she is a student at Fanshawe College, studying to become an ECE Teacher, and will graduate in August 2026.

With extreme passion for dancing, Mariella enjoyed competing regionally and nationally, where she excelled in ballet, contemporary, lyrical, hip-hop, and jazz. Over the years, she was humbled to receive special awards and recognition as a soloist, as well as with her team, in group performances. She looks forward to teaching at Dreamlight Studio and hopes that her students will love dance as much as she does!
GEORGIA HOLLINGSWORTH 
Lead Instructor​
​Growing up not far from Hamilton, Georgia began dancing at the age of nine and hasn’t stopped since. She has trained in various styles including but not limited to tap, jazz, ballet, lyrical, musical theatre, hip-hop, and pointe. Georgia has pursued her love for dance at the recreational, competitive, and professional levels. Although she enjoys all aspects of dance, Georgia has found her true passion in instructing and inspiring future generations of dancers. Her goal is to create a safe, fun environment within the classroom that allows her students to grow their love for dance. Georgia has performed alongside company dancers in Ballet Jӧrgen’s The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition as a member of the touring cast. Georgia is currently embarking on post-secondary studies; she is enrolled at McMaster University in the Honours Kinesiology program. 
CHAE SHIN 
Lead Instructor​
Chae had started as a ballet dancer at a young age, continuing as a competitive dancer throughout her childhood and adolescence. She had also competed in different styles such as contemporary/modern, jazz and hip hop. She had been a member of a varsity dance team member in California, and a captain in her senior year. Aside from the dance background, she had also grown love and experience for children. She has various teaching experiences, and is now a graduate researcher in child psychology. Combining the passion for both dance and children, Chae is excited to be a part of the team. She strongly believes in the importance of enjoying dance at all level, which aligns well with the studio’s philosophy!
MILLIE McMURTRIE
Office Administrator
Millie has always been a creative individual, embracing the world of theatre, visual art, and literature. She was highly involved in the arts in high school, especially acting, and continues to embrace her creative side throughout her adulthood. Millie has always loved children and has 10+ years of babysitting/daycare experience. In the past, she has received a diploma in Early Childhood Education and a certificate in Office Administration. She is currently pursuing a diploma in Business Marketing. Millie is known to be a very bubbly, kind, and welcoming person. She enjoys the best of both worlds, which is interacting with people of all ages while getting to pursue her career in administration.
In 2020, we celebrated 10 years of dance! We featured a special anniversary video as part of our 2020 Social Dist-DANCE-ing Digital Recital. Watch it below!