Richard Ashworth (Hope Valley, RI) began dancing at the age of 2, receiving most of his training at the Legein Dance Academy of Performing Arts and conventions around the New England Area. Richard attended the University at Buffalo receiving a BFA in Dance in June 2007. During his time at UB, Richard performed and choreographed for the university's Zodiaque Dance Company (dir. Tom Ralabate) as well as the Zodiaque Studio Ensemble and Young Choreographers Showcases. He has apprenticed the Lehrerdance Company (dir. Jon Lehrer), was a guest principle of the Configurations Dance Theatre (dir. Joseph Cipolla), and has performed with the Pick of the Crop dance company (dir. Elaine Gardner). He has also established himself as a teacher, joining the faculty of several dance education organizations including Dance Masters of America and the Interdanza organization of Mexico. Richard also participates in international hip-hop battles and has professionally busked (street performed) on street corners around the world. Richard is honored to be a new face among such a wonderful people and is anxious to learn from such talented dancers.