”Mr. Joel” (as his dance students call him) has a multi-faceted background which includes performing in musicals, plays, video, film, modeling and radio. He fondly remembers his first performance on stage…. as a singing and dancing marshmallow. It’s been uphill all the way!

Proving the adage “you’re never too old to dance”, Joel started studying at 17 years old. He has never been the same! Since his humble beginnings, Joel has performed with and choreographed for many regional theatre companies. His favorite shows include “George M” (playing George), “Crazy for You” (playing Bobby) and “Jesus Christ Superstar” (direction). Another favorite was performing in a touring production of “The Nutcracker”. Over the years, Joel has worked or studied with many great teachers including; Sabina Copilu, Jim Caisse, Terrie Legien, Jason Samuels-Smith, Robin Dunn, Frank Hatchett, Sheila Barker and Crystal Chapman, just to name a few. (His favorite tap teacher is still Christine!)

Joel spent 22 years working at CCS Dance Academy with Christine C. Seger, his wife and partner. Looking for a new adventure, the pair decided to close the studio in 2016. Currently, he continues to teach dance and works with many different theatre groups in Massachusetts.

In the past, Joel has also worked as a private ballet coach, choreographed for a competitive body builder, coached pageant contestants and he has won rave reviews for his hair, make-up and costume designs for many theatrical productions and dance routines.