Early in life, Emma fell in love with the stage. At age 10, Emma made her musical debut in Annie at The Muny, and caught the musical "bug". Her unyielding passion for dance and performing led Emma to Oklahoma City University, where she graduated summa cum laude (and as Salutatorian) with a BFA in Dance.
Most recently, Emma worked with five-time Tony Award Winner, Susan Stroman, on the brand-new musical, “Marie, Dancing Still,” which premiered at the 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle, Washington. Emma has performed alongside industry legends, Chita Rivera and Tommy Tune in the Centennial Gala at The Muny in St. Louis. Additionally, she has starred as Louise in Carousel, directed by Broadway’s Ken Page. Other select regional credits include: Sunset Boulevard (Associate Director/Dance Captain, Engeman Theatre). Cinderella (Assistant Choreographer/Dance Captain, The MUNY), The Little Mermaid (Adella/Assistant Choreographer/Dance Captain, The MUNY). In TV/Film, Emma can be seen starring in episode four of the NYC web series, “Living the Dream.”
As a choreographer, Emma had the privilege of choreographing a contemporary solo for Team USA that competed at the 2017 International Dance Organization’s World Championships in Poland. In theatre, Emma has worked as an Associate Choreographer and Director on many regional productions. Her choreographic credits include: The Muny’s Second Century Gala (Upcoming), Cinderella, Kids (Engeman Theatre), We Are Proud to Present… (University of Michigan).
Emma works as a Judge & Master Class Teacher for Groove National Dance Competition, Elite Dance Challenge, and Impact Dance Adjudicators. She choreographs competition routines, teaches master classes, and gives private technique lessons across the country.
While pursuing her own performance and choreographic career, Emma continues to be an advocate for continued education in the arts.