Tyedric Hill is a traveling artist deeply rooted in Black cultural and social dance traditions. He explores their evolution and interconnections.

Inspired by his ancestors, who found solace in rhythm and movement, Tyedric carries their legacy through dance, honoring the cornerstones of Black art: personal authenticity, community, hope, and dignity. Having trained under Sugar Sullivan, Ryan Francois, Chester Whitmore, and Latasha Barnes, he consistently draws back to authentic jazz as the foundation of modern Black social dance. He is proficient in various styles, from authentic jazz and Lindy Hop to hip-hop and house, with a focus on preserving cultural lineage and personal style.

Tyedric's dedication to embodying the soulfulness of Black history is evident in his commitment to passing on the legacy of his mentors and ancestors to future generations. He is a powerful voice in the world, using his platform to honor the past while shaping the future of the global community.

Dancer. Educator. Choreographer. Scholar. LaTasha brings all her many facets to inspire and energize your solo jazz dancing at Stompology 2025! New York Times celebrated Best Dance & Breakout Star and winner of multiple Bessie awards LaTasha has been a bright influence in the vernacular jazz dance world for many years. She is a legend of Lindy Hop and so much more. Her accolades and awards are many, but what she brings to the dance floor and her classes can't be measured. We last had her at Stompology in 2018 and we couldn't be more thrilled for her return!

Ursula Hicks began her dance training over 20 years ago in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, and later Modern and Contemporary dance. Ursula graduated with B.A. in Dance Studies from Texas Woman's University in the summer 2013.

Ursula brings such musicality and enthusiasm to the dance floor, it's no wonder that she has placed in multiple Lindy Hop competitions including the International Lindy Hop Championshipsand LindyFest. She has also taught throughout Europe, sharing her love of Vernacular Jazz dances. Ursula has also been on the board of directors for The Fort Worth Swing Dance Syndicate, and served as President of The Dallas Swing Dance Society.

Ursula takes pleasure in collaborating with fellow artists and social dancing in the DFW area and enjoys teaching dance to students of all ages. She is an absolute joy to watch and learn from.

Photo credit Stephanie O'Connor

Hailing originally from Ithaca, NY, Viktor Lillard is a passionate and multi-talented creative force, with a specialty in Lindy Hop and Authentic Jazz dance. Included in his frequent activities are teaching, DJing Swing and Soul music, playing the bass and guitar, researching music and history, performing, producing video, and, of course, social dancing. He has become a valued dance instructor in the international Lindy Hop scene.

As an instructor, Viktor seeks to present dance in a comprehensive experience of jazz music, with emphasis on historical and cultural context. He values lineage, authenticity, community, partnership, musicality, and fun. In everything he does, Viktor strives to be a responsible guest and steward of the precious tradition of jazz dance culture, seeking to not only preserve but also innovate.

Viktor endeavors to share his understanding of the movement fundamentals at the core of the jazz dance tradition, inspire curiosity and instill cultural awareness, and facilitate students finding their own dance identity and authentic self-expression.