Janae Holster | Photo by Cathryn Farnsworth

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Janae Holster, a multi-hyphenate artist from Alexandria, Virginia, developed a deep passion for the arts at a young age. Early exposure to local festivals and parades with their mother, and print-making workshops with their grandmother instilled a deep appreciation for creativity. Janae’s dance training across the DMV area, including ballet, jazz, hip-hop, and musical theater at Adagio Ballet, Joy of Motion, and Capital Movement, along with their time as a member of Mighty Shock and Future Shock D.C., fostered a strong appreciation for both social and classical dance forms.

Before high school, Janae relocated to Orange County, California, where they attended the California School of the Arts in the Commercial Dance Conservatory. While traveling nationally as an assistant for faculty at dance conventions, they gained valuable experience in teaching, production, and event management, deepening their passion for sharing dance with others.

At USC’s Kaufman School of Dance, Janae pursued a BFA while actively engaging with the community through the Kaufman Connections program, teaching elementary students. Immersed in cypher culture, they participated in events such as Cypher Summit and Visions and Voices, exploring the richness of hip-hop and choreographing works that extended beyond traditional stage performances.

Janae believes in the transformative power of art to heal and connect. Looking ahead, they aspire to combine their passions for dance and visual art through creative direction in film and stage, creating cross-generational experiences that unite people through the joy of artistic expression.

Janae Holster - Photo by Lee Gumbs

Janae Holster - Photo by Lee Gumbs

Janae Holster - Photo by Cathryn Farnsworth