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Donivyn Riley
Senior Assistant · 2018–19
Now
Wicked National Tour
Currently on tour with the national company.
ThePathtoAssistant
Dancer
It all starts on the convention floor
Attend Intrigue events, train with our powerhouse creators, and compete at Nationals.
Apprentice / True Performer
Train with creative faculty
Faculty and directors identify standout dancers for the next level.
Assistant
Travel the country
Audition for an Assistant position and assist in 20+ cities. Choreograph shows, assist faculty, and launch your professional career.
the possibilities…
Dancer
It all starts on the convention floor
Attend Intrigue events, train with our powerhouse creators, and compete at Nationals.
Apprentice / True Performer
Train with creative faculty
Faculty and directors identify standout dancers for the next level.
Assistant
Travel the country
Audition for an Assistant position and assist in 20+ cities. Choreograph shows, assist faculty, and launch your professional career.
the possibilities…
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Where They Are Now
From assistant to working pro
The Intrigue Assistant program is a launch pad. Here's where some of our alumni are right now — touring with major productions, on the convention faculty circuit, and dancing on the world's biggest stages.
Then
Isabella Bolivar
Senior Assistant · 2018–19
Now
Super Bowl LX · Bad Bunny
Featured dancer on the Bad Bunny halftime performance.
Then
Dakayla Wilson
Senior Assistant · 2018–19
Now
Intrigue Faculty · Clear Talent LA/NY
SYTYCD Season 18 runner-up. Now teaching jazz/funk on tour.
Then
DK Archer
Assistant · Legacy
Now
Working Pro Dancer
Dance industry — touring + commercial.
Then
Isabella DiLello
Assistant · Legacy
Now
Working Pro Dancer
Dance industry — performance + choreography.
Meetthe2025–26Assistants
Select a division to meet this season's assistants.
13SeasonsofCreativity
Every dancer who helped build the program.
TheJourney
Six milestones from first class to professional career.
Step 1
Train
Attend Intrigue events and train with top creative faculty across the country.
Step 2
Earn a Scholarship
Stand out at tour events and earn an Apprentice or True Performer scholarship.
Step 3
Compete at Nationals
Perform on the biggest stage at Intrigue Nationals in Orlando.
Step 4
Audition
Audition for the Assistant Program and show you're ready for the next level.
Step 5
Become an Assistant
Travel to 20+ cities, choreograph shows, and assist faculty in classes.
Step 6
Build Your Career
Use your experience to pursue opportunities in dance, choreography, and beyond.
Train
Attend Intrigue events and train with top creative faculty across the country.
Earn a Scholarship
Stand out at tour events and earn an Apprentice or True Performer scholarship.
Compete at Nationals
Perform on the biggest stage at Intrigue Nationals in Orlando.
Audition
Audition for the Assistant Program and show you're ready for the next level.
Become an Assistant
Travel to 20+ cities, choreograph shows, and assist faculty in classes.
Build Your Career
Use your experience to pursue opportunities in dance, choreography, and beyond.
WhereTheyAreNow
Former assistants making their mark on the industry.
Then
Jaylen Darby
2023-24 Senior Assistant
Now
Intrigue Faculty
Jazz/Funk & Hip Hop
Jaylen went from competing at Nationals to assisting on tour, and now teaches at Intrigue events across the country. His journey from dancer to faculty is the blueprint the Assistant Program was built on.
Then
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Gracen Nelson
2020-21 Senior Assistant
Now
GN
College of Charleston
Arts Management
Gracen parlayed her assistant experience into a career in arts management, proving the program develops leaders both on and off the stage.
HowtoBecomeanAssistant
Eligibility
- Competed at Intrigue Nationals
- Demonstrated leadership and professionalism on tour
- Strong technique across multiple disciplines
- Auditioned and selected for the program
Benefits
- Travel to 20+ cities across the US
- Choreograph Welcome and Closing Shows
- Assist faculty in convention classes
- Build your professional resume and network
- Mentorship from industry professionals
- Housing, travel, and meals provided on tour
- Performance and teaching experience
- Pathway to faculty and professional opportunities
YourjourneystartsatNationals.
Every assistant's story began on the Nationals stage. Will yours?