MEET the faculty
William
Jazz, Jazz Funk, Contemporary, Lyrical
William Harris III is a passionate dance educator and choreographer with over 20 years of teaching experience. A Nashville native, he is a graduate of the Nashville School of the Arts and a full scholarship recipient of the Debbie Allen Dance Academy, where he later served as Debbie Allen’s assistant on multiple projects.
His professional career spans television, film, live stage, theatre, and music videos. Credits include the Pepsi Super Bowl Halftime Show with The Weeknd, The Oscars, BET, HBO, Disney, Netflix, and the CMT Awards, as well as appearances in Dolly Parton’s Mountain Magic Christmas alongside Dolly Parton and Jimmy Fallon, and on Glee.
William has had the honor of working with renowned artists including Shania Twain, Idina Menzel, Kristin Chenoweth, Kane Brown, Queen Latifah, CeCe Winans, and Blake Shelton. He has also partnered with global brands such as Reebok, Toyota, and Harley-Davidson.
As a multifaceted artist, William is dedicated to inspiring the next generation of dancers by blending artistry, discipline, and joy in every class and piece of choreography he creates. Known for his musicality, attention to detail, and ability to develop confident, performance-driven artists, he brings a dynamic and engaging approach to dancers of all ages and levels.