Will Thomas moved from Detroit to Los Angeles when he was 18, and dove into the professional dance industry. He continued his studies in dance, and acting as he began to work professionally. Will realized that his strength was his versatility, and because of this, was cast for television, film, commercials, and stage. He also realized, from the beginning, that one of his goals was to pass the information that he was learning on to others, so he started teaching at a very early age. Will was turning a childhood dream into a career that not only changed his life, but also changed the lives of thousands of young, hopeful dancers as he traveled the world teaching.

Will's commercial resume reads like a "who's who" list. Taylor Swift, Rihanna, Zendaya, Rita Ora, Ariana Grande, Jennifer Lopez, Brenden Urie, Patti Labelle, Chris Daughtry, Michelle Williams and more.

Televisions shows such as The VMA's, the EMMY'S, the Critics Choice Awards, Radio Disney Music Awards, So You Think You CanDance, Nashville, Ellen, Hit the Floor, Parenthood, World of Dance, Superstore, Rupaul's Drag Race. X Factor, 20/20.

Pitch Perfect 3, Marry Me, Renfield, and Spirited, where he is dancing and acting next to Will Ferrel and Ryan Reynolds.

One of Will's proudest accomplishments was achieved on the Masked Singer where he advanced from dancer, to assistant choreographer, to choreographer; and has continued his role for the past five seasons.

Those who know Will, understand that he has a lot of energy and the determination to make things happen. When he’s not on set or at rehearsal, he travels with LA DanceMagic Dance Convention as a long-time faculty member. He says that's where his dreams began, and he loves teaching kids who are standing exactly where he did. He is grateful to his mentor, Jackie Sleight, who paved the way.

Now Will and Jackie are dedicated to working as co-directors of the Los Angeles Jazz Company to preserve and advance the art of jazz dance.

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Jackie Sleight • Founder and Co-Director