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ID ARTIST OF THE YEAR
Qualifications include taking advantage of the great opportunities that ID has to offer including but not limited to: participating in the ID Title Competition, master classes, opening number, faculty assisting, dance offs, photogenic & further proving the artists' commitment to the art of dance.
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**New as of 2024** Senior age division dancers can nominate themselves up for ID Artist of the Year at Regionals. ID Judges will also be nominating dancers at each Regional event for the Artist of the Year.
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Qualifications that must be met are as follows:
1. Dancer attends one or more Regional events in a given season.
2. Dancer attends one or more National events in a given season.
3. Dancer is of senior age division (15-18 years old).
4. Dancer does not need to be nominated by a Judge at Regionals, dancer can nominate themselves.
5. Dancer fills out Artist of the Year form virtually or in person at Nationals.
2024 ARTISTS OF THE YEAR
2024 ARTISTS OF THE YEAR
2024 ARTISTS OF THE YEAR
2024 ARTISTS OF THE YEAR
2024 ARTISTS OF THE YEAR
Graduated from The Dance Complex, Ohio, currently attending Kent State University to study exercise science/physical therapy
Paige Soltis is a truly iconic artist who truly fought an uphill battle her senior year to display her intrinsic self on the ID stage. She learned that the time put into recovering from an injury makes the rewards that much sweeter. Her kind, humble, hardworking and persevering spirit are evident each time Paige performs, and judges note her passion for dance being contagious to everyone who has the privilege of seeing her.
Having taught the recreation dancers at her studio for the past 7-8 years, Paige says “being able to share my love for dance with all of [my students] makes it more special and we just get to have so much fun!” She sights the family-like connection at her home studio as a force that encourages her to constantly do her best, making sure to be a positive role model for everyone to look up to.
Paige was chosen to represent the Sandusky Nationals as their Artist of the Year because of her eager spirit both onstage and off. Whether participating in the opening number, performing onstage in solos or groups, or just being with her teammates throughout the event, the ID Team was always impressed by Paige’s professionalism and desire to continue learning and growing. We can’t wait to see where Paige’s journey takes her!
PAIGE SOLTIS
ISABELLA HELSEL
Dancers Only Studio
Isabella Helsel is always working to push herself to try new things and go for any new opportunities that may come her way. She wants to inspire her teammates and show them that amazing things can come from never giving up and reaching towards your goals. ID Judges note that Isabella’s true artistry lies in the soul and authentic connection she has to each piece she performs, truly embodying the energy and spirit of the choreography to take the audience on an emotional journey right alongside her.
By showing a positive influence to not just dancers, but those in all areas of her life, Isabella has shown her leadership abilities. This earned her the role of an iconic Master Class Assistant at ID Nationals, where each instructor raved about her movement quality, and ability to meld into a variety of styles.
Isabella was chosen to represent the Myrtle Beach Nationals as their Artist of the Year because she truly brings an electric energy to each aspect of the ID Dance Competition. From opening number rehearsals, to Improv Dance Challenges, Bella stands out for her intrinsic artistry and boundary-breaking movement vocabulary. We are so fortunate to be a small part in Isabella’s dance journey and are excited to watch her fly!
