Hailee Payne

Hailee Payne is a professional dancer and choreographer recognized for her work on “So You Think You Can Dance” and performances with major artists, now sharing her expertise through teaching and commercial partnerships. After securing a coveted position in the top 4 on ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ season 12, themed ‘Street VS Stage’ in 2015, Hailee Payne embarked on a national 70-city SYTYCD Tour across the US and Canada. Prior to her breakthrough, Hailee honed her skills through competitive dance at Infinity Dance and gained early industry experience assisting at prominent dance conventions such as Hollywood Connection and Radix. She also performed professionally as a member of Odyssey Dance Theater in their critically acclaimed production, Thriller.

Complementing her extensive performance career, Hailee Payne has cultivated a robust reputation as a respected dance educator. Discovering her passion for teaching early in her professional journey, she currently serves as a dedicated faculty member for NRG Dance Project, where she instructs across various dance styles, sharing her expertise and inspiring the next generation of dancers. She continues to actively pursue opportunities that leverage her unique blend of performance prowess and choreographic insight.