Author

Christine Leonardi-Kramer, known as “Miss Christine,” is a mother, author, and dance educator with over 50 years of experience in the dance world. She learned from legends like Charles "Chuck" Kelly and shared her knowledge globally through her act "Babe."

After performing, she founded "Great Expectations – A Dance Center," a beloved institution in Staten Island for 35 years, where she taught generations of families, including her own children.

Miss Christine also served as the resident choreographer for Wagner High School from 2009-2020. Now residing in Staten Island, NY, she is proud to say that the students she inspired have now inspired her to transform their shared experiences into what you read here. She remains dedicated to sharing her love of the arts with future generations.