About Us

For dancers, by dancers. Learn about our mission, values, and commitment to creating positive, memorable experiences.

Who We Are

Headliners is a family-run dance competition dedicated to creating a positive, professional, and inspiring environment for dancers of all ages and skill levels. With over 30 years in the industry, our focus remains on honesty, integrity, and delivering events where dancers feel supported, challenged, and celebrated. From regional events to our National Finals, every competition is thoughtfully designed to encourage growth, confidence, and a love for performance.

We believe every dancer deserves an experience that goes beyond awards. Our events are built to foster community, sportsmanship, and lasting memories for studios and families alike. By combining organized, well-paced competitions with a welcoming atmosphere, Headliners continues to be a place where dancers can learn, improve, and truly enjoy their time on stage.

What We Offer

From first-time performers to advanced competitors, Headliners is committed to providing an experience that supports every dancer’s journey while making each event exciting, rewarding, and unforgettable.

Headliners Dance Competition

For Dancers. By Dancers.

Built on passion and experience, our events are designed to inspire confidence, celebrate progress, and create lasting memories for every dancer.

Year Founded : 1989
Regional Events Annually : 50+
Dancers Each Season : 10,000+

Who We Are

The People Behind Headliners

Our directors bring years of experience, passion, and dedication to every event, working together to create a supportive and inspiring environment for dancers.

Shari Tomasiello

CEO

Rachel Hennin

COO / National Director

Christian Martz Daum

CTO / Regional Director

Daniela Farco

Director of Client Relations / Regional Director

Taryn Donafrio

Regional Director / Lead Photographer

Kelsey Nihill

Director of Event Production / Regional Director

Mission Statement

Incorporated in 1989, Headliners is an educationally based, goal-oriented competition.

A true competition experience, we aspire to provide a fun, encouraging event for studios and dancers of all sizes, levels and abilities while staying true to our mission of proper training, education, family and commitment.

Headliners was the first competition to provide free photo and video to the studios and dancers that attend our events. Headliners was the first competition to offer levels based on skills. Our primary goal is how to better serve you.

Pricing

Pricing is available to Studio Owners and Teachers only. Please contact Headliners for more information.

Testimonials

See What Our Customers Have to Say!

Hear directly from families and dancers who trust our studio for quality training, supportive teachers, and unforgettable experiences.

Jennifer Piper Brinkley Pennsylvania

We absolutely loved Headliners!! It was such a positive atmosphere!! The judges gave wonderful comments and were so kind and genuine! Will definitely be back! Looking forward to nationals!!!

Debbie McGowen Maryland

Nationals is so well run. Amazing classes with teachers who know their fields. Even a session on how to do a resume, how to audition- invaluable information for parents and dancers; so glad the parents were given a chance to be there.

Beth Cissell Ohio

Fabulous competition, one of the few that judged fairly, ran on time, and had an Emcee that I could actually understand.

Joyce Child Massachusetts

Great competition. Video critiques we so specific and positive! Great free pictures and videos!

Katie Taylor Mowrey Michigan

I appreciated all the consistent, strong, positive messages to the dancers and the entire dance community. They celebrate dance and all the hard work all the dancers put into their performances.

Raquel Rodriquez Virginia

What a great competition experience! Everything was great in every way - ran smoothly and on time. The judges attentiveness to the dancers and what they gave the dancers back was super great. All was great from the super friendly retail of selling of shirts to the top notch pics and videos.

Partners & Sponsors

With a focus on offering support to and enriching the dance community, Headliners seeks to provide more for our dancers. From college scholarships to in-studio master classes, we partner with some of the best organizations in the dance industry.

Headliners offers more than just a trophy. We offer opportunities.

View our Full Rules & Information

Explore our complete rules, policies, and important competition details to help studios, dancers, and families prepare for every event.