Donyelle's bio

or about me. whatever floats your S.S.Benjelle. ;)



Donyelle Denise Jones is a talented and successful dancer, choreographer, director, teacher, singer and actress. She was born July 3, 1979, in Los Angeles , California , to Charles and Mary Jones. She is the youngest of three children in military family. Ms. Jones chose her dance career at the age of six. Her love of dance and interpreting stories through movement was cultivated by her mentor, Broderick Wilson, until his death October 10, 1997. Following Mr. Wilson’s death, Ms. Jones began her formal dance training under the direction of Lara Arnaiz, Extensions Performing Arts Academy in Lancaster , California at the age of eighteen. She studied ballet, jazz, modern dance and hip hop as well as acting and sing. During 2006, Ms. Jones received national attention as a finalist on the show, “So You Think You Can Dance.” She has been featured in musical theatre production such as Hair, Nutcracker, and many more. Ms. Jones taught and directed the dance program at Palmdale High School for two years. She continues to work, train and perform with Extensions Performing Arts Academy in Lancaster , California .

Emphasizing body movement, use of space, facial expressions and costume design through creative choreography define Ms. Jones’ passion.




-Taylor :P