Produced by Dani Maloney Dance
Writer, Artistic Director & Choreographer:
Dani Maloney
Director of Production, PSM & Lighting Design:
Lindsey Larsen
Performers:
Valeria Cruz-Colon
Joanne Daquigan
Dani Maloney
Zia Mancuso
Cassidy Zuna
Production Staff:
Abbigail Campbell
Valeria Cruz-Colon
Lizette Garcia
Kalie McLaughlin
Riley Moore
Leah Warminski
Lighting & AV Technician:
Humberto Garcia
Venue:
Gipsy Nightclub
Site Directors:
Garret Pattiani & Russ White
Lighting Programmer:
Chris Adams
Audio Engineer:
Andy Beldy
Special Thanks:
Joel Sebastian
Electric Shop Recording
Carolyn Lajara
Katerina Damvoglou
Kevin Lorenzo Adkinson
Carlos Silva
DMD Board of Directors
Gipsy Bar Staff
David’s Dream Factory
Rachel Murray
Millennium Dance Complex LV
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Meet The Cast
Valeria Cruz-Colón
Valeria Cruz-Colón is a Las Vegas native who has built a multifaceted career as a versatile dance artist, performing across concert, commercial, and theatrical spaces. Starting as a classically trained dancer at local studios, Valeria expanded her training through year-round programs at The School of Ballet Arizona and Hubbard Street’s Professional Program in Chicago before attending Dana Foglia’s NYC Intensive last summer. Since returning to Vegas, she has attained her Bachelor’s in Hospitality Management as well as her Comprehensive Pilates Certification of DK Body Balancing Method, both at the UNLV, which have been incredible assets to her dance and professional career.
Cruz-Colón is represented by Go2Talent Agency. Her career highlights include performances at New York Fashion Week, EDC Las Vegas, One Night for One Drop, local artists' debut performances and music videos; and this fall, she will return for her fourth touring season with Cirque du Soleil's 'Twas the Night Before. Additionally, she has expanded her work into the film and television industry, appearing in commercials for Telemundo and Vanderpump Hotel, local advertising campaigns, and upcoming Netflix films.
Cruz-Colón has been a company member of DMD since 2022, performing in a diverse repertoire of the company's works, and is excited to take the stage in Mythology for its final performance at Gipsy. All glory to God!
Mythology Cast Member
Joanne (Jo) Daquigan
Joanne (Jo) Daquigan is a Houston, TX native and a very proud alumna of Pace University’s BFA Commercial Dance program.
Following college, she decided to stay in NYC for a year to pursue East Coast commercial work, including the Mean Girls musical movie and Doja Cat at the VMAs. Afterward, she joined Step One Dance Company on Holland America Cruise Lines as an assistant dance captain. This contract then prompted her move to Las Vegas, where she currently resides.
Joanne’s Vegas journey has allowed her to perform on amazing productions such as iHeart Radio Music Festival, the Grammys, Magic Mike Live, Mayfair Supper Club, and Cirque du Soleil’s ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas tour. She’s also excited to announce that she will soon be joining the warrior cast of Cirque du Soleil: Michael Jackson One this July 2026!
Jo gives her gratitude to her family, friends, and fiancé Dougal Herr for their unfaltering support throughout her dance career. She is so excited to be a part of DMD’s Mythology for another performance.
Mythology Cast Member
Zia Mancuso
Zia Mancuso is a professional dancer, pole artist, aerialist. She currently performs with several shows in Vegas including Spiegelworld’s Atomic Saloon and The Hook, Mayfair, and XRocks.
Before moving back to Las Vegas, she worked in New York. She performed on MTV’s VMAS dancing with Italian rock band Måneskin, walked en pointe in New York Fashion Week and worked on evening length productions as a producer and choreographer including for "Cristal" performed at House of Yes.
Additionally, Zia is a competitive pole dancer creating pole art routines that combine her ballet technique with pole. In both 2025 & 2026 she placed 1st at regional competitions earning her a spot competing in Pole Sport Organizations Pro Division Nationals.
Born and raised in Vegas, Zia grew up training in classical ballet with Nevada Ballet Theater from the age of 4, later going on to receive her Bachelor Degree from Point Park University. This is her first time performing in “Mythology” and she is excited to join this incredible cast of artists.
Mythology Cast Member
Cassidy Zuna
Cassidy Zuna, born and raised in Tucson, Arizona, is a versatile dancer and performer represented by Go2Talent Agency.
Cassidy trained pre-professionally in all styles at the Ballet Conservatory of Dance, Music and Art in her home town under Cory Fragoso-Gram. Soon after, she moved to New York to pursue a BFA in commercial dance at Pace University, while also holding an apprenticeship with Parsons Dance Company.
Soon after her final year at Pace, she joined iLuminate Dance tour as the dance captain and actor/performer. After a few months of touring, she was offered a position at the residential show at the Stratosphere in Las Vegas.
Since living in Vegas, Cassidy has had the opportunity to work for many local artists, doing live performances and music videos, along with performing at the Sphere with Insomniac and Tomorrowland. This will be her third time performing in “Mythology” with DMD and she is excited to showcase the new and electrifying additions to this already magnificent show.
Mythology Cast Member
Lindsey Larsen
Lindsey Larsen is thrilled to be the Director of Production for 'Mythology.' In this role she is utilizing a wide range of skills she's developed as a multifaceted creative production professional.
Her love for all aspects of entertainment originated as a dancer at her mother’s dance studio, Sunrise Dance Academy. From a very young age she learned to see the big picture of every aspect involved in creating a production from inception to opening. This knowledge grew into a love of storytelling and is the driving factor behind Lindsey’s career.
As a performer she has worked on international tours, film, commercials, and live productions. Some of her favorite credits include Carnival Cruise Line and Ragin' Red China Tour. You can even catch her in a few DMD concept videos.
Lindsey continued developing her creative eye as a Creative Install Director for Carnival Cruise Line. She spent 3 years being vitally involved in nearly every aspect of the stage: lighting, sound, show creation, and management. She managed 3 fleetwide show installations as well as 2 ship new build operations.
In addition to Mythology, Lindsey is currently a full-time coordinator of Buzz’s Entertainment Team. She also started her own production company Neon Sunrise, which specializes in production show creation and consultation.
She is so excited to be aligned with Dani and DMD for this project. It has been a wonderful journey collaborating, fine tuning, and delivering ‘Mythology’ to the Las Vegas market.
Director of Production, PSM & Lighting Designer
Dani Maloney
Writer, Artistic Director & ChoreographerDani Maloney’s dance journey began at the age of three when she started lessons at Long’s School of Dance in Erie, Pennsylvania. Her passion for the art form continued throughout her education at Shenandoah Conservatory, where she earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance and Choreography in December 2017.
In addition to her formal training, Dani founded DMD (Dani Maloney Dance), a group she later transformed into a nonprofit dance company in 2020. Based in Las Vegas, DMD produces both live performances and films. The company has earned several accolades, including film awards from the Lady Filmmakers Festival, Festigous International Film Festival, Screen Dance International, Kalakari Film Festival, Prisma Independent Film Awards, RED Movie Awards, Rome Prisma Film Awards, and The BeBop Channel. DMD also placed in the top 10 at the World of Dance 2022 Championship Week, ranking among the top 10 dance acts in the U.S.
In 2022, 2023 and 2024, Dani worked as the choreographer for Neil Goldberg, contributing to the military tour (2022), the Miami residency (2023) and the TV special (2024) of Pomp, Snow and Cirqueumstance, as well as the Denver residency (2022 and 2023) of Cirque: Spirit of Christmas. Dani also worked at AREA15 as their event coordinator, and she helped plan, manage, and execute the ins and outs of their large-scale entertainment events.
Dani’s performance career spans a wide range of roles and disciplines, working as a dancer, singer, acrobat, contortionist, and aerialist with various professional companies. Her credits include performing with the LA Philharmonic in Barry Edelstein’s production of The Tempest. She has also worked with many production companies in Los Angeles and Las Vegas. She toured as a company member with DIAVOLO | Architecture in Motion. Dani has performed as a swing in Cherry Boom Boom, and worked at the Bellagio Mayfair Supper Club as a full-time After Dark dancer, Specialty Artist, and a swing Main Show dancer. She has worked with Carnival Cruise Lines and OnTheFly Pros as a dancer, aerialist and dance captain for the debut of the new Mardi Gras ship. Carnival later brought Dani back as an install director to set the fleet’s newest center-stage shows incorporating dance, aerial, circus, and live music.
Dani played an integral role in the immersive show Particle Ink: Speed of Dark, which ran in downtown Las Vegas. She played the Keeper and was the resident dance captain in 2022. She was later cast in the role of Lilith when the show remounted at the Luxor Casino in 2024. In addition to her performance duties, Dani swung 4 out of the 6 tracks and was the resident dance captain in the remount. Dani toured with Cirque Du Soleil’s OVO where she was the red spider and the choreography artist coach for a year and a half. She is represented by Go 2 Talent Agency.
She is currently performing as a swing in the Donny Osmond Las Vegas Residency, and is the writer, director, choreographer, and cast member of DMD’s Mythology. Dani is passionate about expanding contemporary dance into more spaces across Las Vegas. She sees this art form as rich in depth and emotional connection, and believes the time has come for contemporary dance to claim its own professional presence in Sin City.
Industry Night
Brittany Dunn
Brittany Dunn co-founder of the Best Next Thing Project. Choreography driven by music and storytelling through dance has always been her inspiration. With a cast of fierce females, tonights piece is an take on female empowerment and the over all drive to achieve what you desire with the right people by your side. So excited to share this choreography with you tonight.
Dancers: Dannii Moore, Sky Spiegel, Lauren Kysela, Chandaln Curtis, Brittany Dunn
Naoma Wickert
This piece is a window into the mind of one struggling with power over their mental health. It showcases the teetering of succumbing to or overcoming the weight of the darkness. Watch as Moenai and Trinity help Naoma’s depiction come to fruition.
Dancers: Naoma Wickert, Moenai Cotton, Trinity Anderson-Owens
Skylar Joy Schultz
This work explores the impossible beauty standards and relentless physical expectations placed on women in the commercial entertainment industry. The "cellophane" becomes a symbol of the polished image dancers are expected to embody—layered in costumes, makeup, and perfection—while remaining vulnerable to constant scrutiny. Beneath the illusion lies the painful reality of sacrificing one's body and identity in pursuit of an ever-changing ideal, revealing the emotional and physical toll of an industry that too often values appearance over humanity.
Dancers: Abbey Vieth, Kara Zabinski, Valentina Marcano, Sydney Stutzman, Brooke Harper
Sky Spiegel
Part time dancer, part time garden gnome - Sky Spiegel is a lover and mover whose background in contemporary, waving, and somatic therapy greatly influence her movement. While currently performing at Oddessey Manor and Coyote Ugly - she also dreams of running away to farms and uses her dances as love letters to the fleeting and ever changing lives we are living.
Dancer: Sky Spiegel
Bateman Dance Theater
Bateman Dance Theater is a Las Vegas' based contemporary dance company dedicated to creating bold, emotionally immersive work. BDT is proud to present Framed, choreographed by Artistic Director Kedric Bateman. Framed captures the raw essence and complexity of human connection, inviting audiences to experience the unique perspective of each relationship. To learn more about the company, follow us @batemandancetheater_ or visit www.batemandancetheater.com. BATEMAN Dance Theater | Dedicated To The ART of Being U N A P O L O G E T I C A L L Y You.
Dancers: Kedric Bateman, Rachel Murray, Ryan Mccann, Kaysha Hatfield, Mateo Anderson
Oscar Alejandro
Oscar Alejandro is a pianist, composer, and improviser based in Las Vegas. His practice centers on listening, spontaneity, and the connection between music, movement, and the present moment.
Michelle Olson and Sakura Liu
Michelle and Sakura have been dancing together for over ten years. They trained intensely with a professional dance company in LA through which they had the opportunity to teach and perform around the world. Now based in Las Vegas, they are both core performers with Ghost Light Odyssey, an elite circus entertainment company. They are honored to present their work at Industry Night alongside so many talented artists from the Las Vegas community.
Dancers: Michelle Olson, Sakura Liu
Anthony Bounphakhom
Blame The Moon: A reminder that every obstacle carries emotions beneath the surface and facing them is where the release begins. When Anthony was creating this piece he was on the journey of looking inward on what truly was stopping him from creating art. From blaming the "moon"/outside world he realized it was grief, insecurities, and exhaustion. Healing is not linear and everyday is a new battle, but this time art was the outcome.
Dancers: Patti Crumrine, Erica Cohen, Ryan Cortina, Jules Duterte, Sky Spiegel, Marson Lagatao, Chris Aguon, Lex Bautista
Gipsy Nightclub
Las Vegas’ iconic and upscale LGBTQ+ bar & nightclub.
Located in the heart of the newly designated historic Fruit Loop District, Gipsy is a cornerstone of queer nightlife and culture. Open Thursday through Sunday nights—and Saturday for our fabulous brunch—Gipsy is more than a nightclub. It’s a sanctuary of self-expression, celebration, and community.
With diverse programming and unforgettable entertainment, Gipsy welcomes all LGBTQ+ individuals and allies to dance, connect, and thrive. Whether you're here for the drag, the DJs, the cocktails, or the vibe—every visit is a memory in the making.
What’s Happening with DMD
July 20–25 | Live Performance & Video Intensive
Spend six days developing your artistry through performance coaching, camera work, and intentional creative direction. You'll refine your stage presence, create professional-quality video content, and receive personalized feedback in a supportive, high-level environment. This intensive is designed for dancers and performers ready to elevate both their live performance skills and their visual portfolio.
July 29 | 7:00 PM – Midnight | HeartSpace
HeartSpace is an intimate evening dedicated to movement, music, connection, and authentic expression. Through guided experiences, open dance, and community gathering, you'll have the opportunity to reconnect with yourself while sharing space with others in a welcoming, judgment-free atmosphere. Come as you are and leave feeling inspired, grounded, and more deeply connected.
Our Mission
We are dedicated to reshaping contemporary art through powerful storytelling rooted in real-life experiences. Our work centers on equity and inclusion, using dance as a platform to connect with diverse audiences and inspire meaningful dialogue. By uplifting underrepresented voices and embracing a wide range of perspectives, we create impactful performances that foster empathy, deepen connection, and drive social change.