Charlaine Mei Katsuyoshi

Charlaine Mei Katsuyoshi is originally from Hawaii. In 1994, she left to attend UC/Irvine. In three years, she graduated cum laude earning her BFA in Dance Performance. While at UC/I, she was a founding member of Donald McKayle’s Etude Ensemble, as well as the recipient of both the Arts Bridge and Tierney Scholarships. Living in LA after graduation, she made her film debut in Paramount’s movie “Blade”, and her TV debut in the series “Fame LA”. She then moved east to tour worldwide with MOMIX under the direction of Pendleton and Quinn. From 1999 to 2006, she continued her career with Hubbard Street Dance Chicago under the direction of Conte and Vincent. She recently joined the touring cast of Disney’s Broadway Musical “The Lion King”. She is honored and thrilled to take part in the Lubovitch company’s NY season. She would like to thank her wonderful family and friends for their love and support.