A native of Southern California, Leah Silva is a sought out International Instructor & Adjudicator, Award-Winning Choreographer, Artistic Director, Producer, and Critically Acclaimed Performer.  

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Leah has been featured in publications like Dance Teacher Magazine and has achieved notable milestones, including being the first tap dancer invited as an Artist-In-Residence at Zion National Park. Her accomplishments span choreographing for the Television Academy's Emmy Awards Governor Balls, performing for Mattel Toys, and working with American Idol finalists. In addition, Leah has taught, choreographed and performed internationally, including Central America, Australia and across the United States. 

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Through her impactful and unique teaching approach, Leah is recognized for training and mentoring some of the most promising and up and coming young tap dance artists. Leah's students have been highly recognized internationally and have achieved prestigious recognition, including winning nationally recognized programs such as YoungArts and the Los Angeles Music Center's Spotlight Award. ​

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Her award-winning choreography has been showcased at prestigious events and film festivals. Additionally, her choreography was featured live on PBS for multiple years for the Music Center's Holiday Celebration at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion.

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Leah is also the Founder and Artistic Director of the acclaimed Reverb Tap Company, known for their power-house tap dance performances and innovative dance-film productions, which have garnered the company's achievement in becoming an Official Selection at the Newport Beach Film Festival. She is also the Founder and Director of the international Orange County Tap Festival.