Sara Torpey graduated from Bridgewater State College with a major in Dance Education. There she was a part of the dance company, team, and dance ensemble; performing in many shows yearly. In addition to the required classes, she expanded her dance education by learning the Indian style of dance known as Bharatanatyam from Kausayla Srinivasan. She has choreographed many dances, attended/performed at the American College Dance Festival, and also co-directed her own dance production.
Aside from college, Sara studied dance for 20 years at Ellen's School of Dance. Competing, performing and taking many master classes at conventions from choreographers from the entire U.S. She also studied at the Academy of Ballet Arts to further her education and technique in ballet. Sara used her training by teaching ballet and pointe classes at Capachione's School of Performing Arts. This is her second year working at DNE and she is eager to continue teaching.