CHARLESTON DANCE CENTER
Celebrating the Class of 2025
As our 25th season comes to a close, we’re honored to recognize an extraordinary group of graduating seniors. From longtime dancers who grew up at CDC to those who joined more recently and made an immediate impact, each one has left a mark on our community.
Meet the Class of 2025
Seven Dancers, Countless Memories, & a Whole Lot of Heart
Maggie Bednarczyk
Years at CDC: 12
Next Step: University of South Carolina – Early Childhood Education
Favorite Memory: Breaking a ceiling tile mid-lift in “Drop”
Advice to Younger Dancers: “Enjoy every moment and always listen to your teachers!”
Lessons Learned from Dance: Confidence, time management, and perseverance.
Heidi Helms
Years at CDC: 2
Next Step: Clemson University
Favorite Memory: Competing her solo for the first time and placing!
Advice for Younger Dancers: “Hard work and dedication pay off.”
Lessons Learned from Dance: Better work ethic, how to manage time even under tight schedules, and how to better prepare for important events.
Jenna Huser
Years at CDC: 11
Next Step: Wofford College – Business Major and member of the Dance Team!
Favorite Memory: Watching her team’s hard work pay off at Nationals her junior year.
Advice for Younger Dancers: “Focus on your personal improvement and continue trying to be a better version of yourself, not others. Trust yourself and trust the process.“
Lessons Learned from Dance: Growth takes time, never take your experiences for granted, and if you look at difficult situations as an opportunity to learn, it is easier to push through and feel grateful versus resentment.
Audrey Isgett
Years at CDC: 2
Next Step: University of South Carolina – Nursing Major
Favorite Memory: Instantly feeling welcomed and supported at a brand-new studio.
Advice for Younger Dancers: “Always be supportive of your fellow dancers, and remember that everyone’s on their own journey. Celebrate each other!”
Lessons Learned from Dance: Discipline, the importance of collaboration, and time management.
Kassy Ladson
Years at CDC: 5
Next Step: University of South Carolina – Dance Performance Major
Favorite Memory: First day at Nationals in NYC — shopping and bonding with teammates.
Advice for Younger Dancers: “Always have fun. There are of course times when you need to be focused and serious, but letting loose and keeping a positive attitude helps you find more joy and love for dance.”
Lessons Learned from Dance: Keep an open mind, things will get touch, but you have to preserve, and brightening someone’s day will make your day even better.
Taylor Mastrosimone
Years at CDC: 16
Next Step: College of Charleston – Pre-P.A. Track
Favorite Memory: Noting it is “impossible to pick just one!” Taylor still laughs over her first summer dance camp, when she refused to perform until Mrs. Kim would go get my lip gloss from her mom. She also highlights the annual pre-recital traditions on stage!
Advice for Younger Dancers: “Live in the moment- it does by faster than you think!”
Lessons Learned from Dance: How to be a team player, staying dedicated, and how to have fun while working hard!
Reagan Ziebell
Years at CDC: 14
Next Step: Clemson University – Health Science Major
Favorite Memory: Dancing and singing backstage before the recital opening number.
Advice for Younger Dancers: “It goes by so quick, so enjoy every second and work to your fullest potential everyday. Take it all in.”
Lessons Learned from Dance: Discipline and time management, perseverance and resilience, and most importantly teamwork and communication.
A Final Bow
To the Class of 2025 — thank you for the years of laughter, dedication, and dance. You’ve helped shape what it means to be a Just Dancer. We’ll miss you, we’ll cheer for you, and we’ll always welcome you home.
