Lydia has been dancing for 10 years and brings a strong technical foundation, musicality, and curiosity to her work as a performer and emerging choreographer. From 2016–2022, she trained with the pre-professional company at Leap of Faith Dance Company in Westerville, Ohio, studying contemporary, ballet, pointe, modern, jazz, tap, and hip hop under Kelley Haney and Jill Storey.

In 2026, Lydia graduated from Anderson University’s Dance Program, where she expanded her technique and performance range through training in release technique, Horton technique, ballet, tap, musical theatre, jazz, and improvisation. During her time at Anderson, she studied under Christine Colquitt-Thacker, Erich Yetter, Doug King, Debra Silveus, and Jennifer Thiemet.

Lydia also performed works by acclaimed guest choreographers, including Nicole Clarke-Springer of Deeply Rooted Dance Theater, Stuart Lewis of Dance Kaleidoscope, and Randall Flinn of Ad Deum Dance Company. In recognition of her dedication and artistry, she received Anderson University’s School of Music, Theatre & Dance awards for Excellence in Ballet and Recognition in Tap.

A self proclaimed history and music lover, Lydia enjoys bringing her passions together by exploring the histories of dance and music and drawing inspiration from both in her choreographic work. She is thrilled to return to Strive Dance Company for her third season, where she looks forward to continuing to grow as a performer and strengthening her connection to the Indianapolis dance community.