Center Stage Dance and Performing Arts


Kristi Davar - Artistic Director

Kristi has had an extensive dance career as a TV and stage performer. A dance instructor and choreographer for over twenty five years. She received most of her training in Los Angeles with teachers such as, JOE TREMAINE, DEAN BARLOW and, JOHN ZERBIE.

On tour, as featured dancer and choreographer with the “DANCIN’ MACHINE”, Kristi appeared in the opening acts for "Tom Jones", "Dean Martin", and "Sammy Davis Jr.". Kristi and her group appeared in TV specials such as "GRAMMY AWARDS", "ROCK MUSIC AWARDS", and numerous other variety shows, including weekly appearances on the MIDNIGHT SPECIAL with THE JACKSON FIVE.

Kristi has been the choreographer for the Mission Viejo High School Musicals for the past 8 years. Her credits include , “SINGING IN THE RAIN”, “WEST SIDE STORY”, “SWEET CHARITY”, “CHARLIE BROWN”, "GUYS AND DOLLS”, “GREASE”, “KISS ME KATE”, “CRAZY FOR YOU” , “ANYTHING GOES”, and “HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING.” Several of these Musicals as well as several of the students have received numerous M.A.C.Y (Music and Arts Commendation for the Youth) Awards.

Many of Kristi’s Students are now pursuing musical theater careers in NYC, including her daughter Desireé.

Kristi’s devotion and love for teaching is reflected in her students. She has had a following of students from all over Orange County for the past 18 years.


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