The Chita Rivera Awards and the New York Metropolis Dance Alliance Basis have introduced the finalists for the first-ever “Broadway’s Subsequent Triple Menace” expertise search! Launched earlier this yr, the initiative honors the legacy of Broadway icon Chita Rivera.
Tons of of younger performing artists ages 18–25 utilized to be a part of the inaugural cohort, and fifteen semifinalists moved ahead after submitting their video purposes on March 13. A panel of Broadway performers and business leaders evaluated every submission for excellency in dancing, singing, and performing.
The 5 finalists might be in New York Metropolis from Might 16–18 for an intense week of mentorship and coaching from Broadway professionals, together with Andy Blankenbuehler, Christopher Gattelli, Lorin Latarro, Robbie Fairchild, and Robyn Hurder. Every finalist receives a minimal coaching grant, discounted courses, and continued skilled growth alternatives. However there might be just one winner of the Chita Rivera Coaching Grant, which supplies $10,000 in monetary help for dwelling and coaching bills, a yr of free dance courses at Steps on Broadway, and ongoing mentorship. The winner might be introduced on the 2026 Chita Rivera Awards ceremony on the NYU Skirball Middle on Might 18.
With out additional ado, listed below are the finalists!
Brett Barthelemy, 18, of Aliquippa, PA
Xenoa Campbell-Ledgister, 25, of London, England
Greta Cardoza, 19, of Milton, MA
Meghan Hoey, 25, of New York, NY
Helena Padial, 21, of Palisades, NY
Jordan Cruz, 22, of Whittier, CA, has been named because the swing/alternate.
Congratulations to all!
