Julie Hatlestad
Actor. Model. Performer.
Julie a.k.a. Jules is known for her dancing and beautiful smile. Her career started with the Dance Shoppe at the age of 3, where she trained for 15 years. She is a versatile dancer, specializing in tap, jazz, musical theater and technique.
For more than 15 years, Julie has taught, assisted and choreographed with performance and dance teams across Minnesota. She also enjoys to teach and train fellow actors of all ages on dance technique and styles.
Beyond dancing, other talents include singing, stage and film acting, as well as tap choreography. Locally, she has performed in shows with the Guthrie Theater, Artistry Theater, Collide Theatrical, Philly Productions, and Twin Cities Community Theatre.
Taking her talents elsewhere, Julie has performed in two separate Off-Broadway tap productions in NYC, a jazz production in Hollywood, California with her favorite choreographer Mandi Moore, and has assisted professional choreographers Karl Mundt and Michael Matthew Ferrell.
Julie has received many awards for her dancing, from Dancer of the Year (multiple times) to winning both Regional and National Choreography awards for her tap dance routines, as well as a national title while with the University of St. Thomas Dance Team.
Performing is Julie’s true passion in life. You can tell just by watching her step out onto the stage. Julie always loves to add a little Sparkle wherever she goes.
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A Christmas Carol at Guthrie Theater
Julie was thrilled to perform in one of her dream shows, A Christmas Carol, at the Guthrie. What better way to enjoy the Holiday season performing a beautiful classic at her favorite theater?!
Philly, the Musical
Julie not only performed this show once, but twice. Getting to play different roles each time was a blast from being dance captain to being the obnoxious “Gloria”. It’s always fun to be able to step out into a new fun role and character.
Victor/Victoria at Artistry Theater
Julie loved performing as part of the dance ensemble of Victor/Victoria at Artistry. This show far exceeded her expectation and enjoyment with being able to work with Director/Choreographer, Michael Matthew Farrell. It was fun to dance in so many genres of tap, musical theater, tango, apache and jazz. She loved working with this talented cast and crew!
Romeo & Juliet through Collide Theatrical
Julie couldn’t be more pleased to play the role of her dreams as Juliet in Romeo and Juliet. This was the best role being able to play and showcase so many different emotions from being shy, to flirtatious, to falling in love, then anger, followed by heartbreak. Plus, the music selection and style Regina Peluso chose was a brilliant modern collection!