Alani Etheridge is a performer, choreographer, and director whose work bridges the discipline of classical training with the vitality of contemporary performance. At 21, Alani has already built a diverse body of experience in musical theatre and Shakespearean productions, bringing imagination, rigor, and storytelling to every creative process.

As a teaching artist at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts, Alani is dedicated to helping students develop confidence, artistic voice, and a love of performance. Through movement, collaboration, and joyful exploration, Alani encourages each student to discover their own expressive power.