Darius Anthony
Company Director/Founder
Darius Anthony is a contemporary dance artist and educator whose work centers on improvisation, emotional flow, and somatic intelligence. He uses The Anthos Method a practice that explores movement as a living, evolving process shaped by instinct, presence, and embodied experience. Darius is a teacher, dancer, choreographer, and filmmaker dedicated to cultivating artistry, discipline, and self-expression in young artists. A native of Kannapolis, North Carolina, he earned his BFA in Choreography and Performance with K–12 Teaching Licensure from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.
Raleigh has a vibrant dance community, but professional performance opportunities and connections for adult dancers remain limited. Anthony Performance Group was created to bridge that gap and change that. APG is an inclusive multi-generational contemporary dance company that embraces movement as a living, evolving expression of the human experience. Rooted in improvisation, emotional awareness, circular flow, and embodied practice, our work values authenticity over perfection and process as much as performance. We foster spaces where artists can listen deeply, take creative risks, and discover movement from within, creating performances that invite audiences into honest, present, and transformative encounters.
Why APG?
Mac Koffa
Company Member/Digital Content assistant
Mac Koffa (She/They) is a dance artist and digital creator with a BFA in Dance Choreography and Performance from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She has trained and worked with a range of choreographers and artists across contemporary, ballet, tap, street styles, and African diasporic forms. As a current member of Anthony Performance Group Dance Company, she continues to develop their artistry through performance, collaboration, and creative exploration. She is also a dance instructor at TDA, teaching recreational and competitive-level dancers and fostering technical development, creativity, and confidence in young artists. Rooted in community-building, Mac has experience producing performances and creating spaces that foster connection through dance. Alongside their performance practice, they work across photography, videography, graphic design, and digital media, using visual storytelling to support and amplify artistic work. Their practice bridges live performance and digital spaces, combining movement, media, and community-centered initiatives to create interdisciplinary experiences.
Why APG?
I chose to dance with APG because performing with a professional company is something I’ve always wanted to pursue as a career. I’m excited to continue growing as an artist, challenging myself through new experiences, and expanding my movement vocabulary. APG gives me the opportunity to keep training, perform alongside other artists, and learn from the creative process while taking the next step in my professional dance career.
Madison Brown
Company Member/Digital Content assistant
Madison Brown, originally from Raleigh, North Carolina, is a recent graduate of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, where she earned a BFA in Dance with a concentration in Performance and Choreography (2022–2026). During her time at UNCG, she performed in works choreographed by faculty members including Maurice Watson, Marielis Garcia, Janet Lilly, B.J. Sullivan, and Ashlee Dance, as well as guest choreographers such as Danielle Swatzie and Rena Butler. In addition to performing, Madison has choreographed numerous works both within and outside of the university setting, allowing her to develop her artistic voice and explore movement as a means of storytelling and expression. She has also gained experience in screen dance and videography, expanding her creative practice beyond the stage and into film. Madison is trained in many styles, including hip-hop, jazz, contemporary, West African, and ballet, and continues to explore the intersection of these styles within her movement and choreography.
Why APG?
I chose APG because after graduating, it was hard finding a consistent group of people to dance and create with. After hearing about this company I have something to look forward to at the end of every week when life tends to pile on.
Tabitha Hickey
Company Member
Originally from Ohio, Tabitha is a dancer, educator, and movement professional with extensive training in contemporary, jazz, and hip-hop. As a performer, Tabitha danced with New Vision Dance Company in Columbus Ohio before continuing her professional training and performance work with Columbus Contemporary Dance Company.
Tabitha began teaching shortly after graduating from high school and has since taught dancers of varying ages and experience levels through dance intensives in Ohio and workshops in Thailand. She is passionate about creating an environment that encourages dancers to develop both their technical abilities and individual artistry.
She holds a Bachelor of Science in Health and Wellness from The Ohio State University and relocated to Raleigh, North Carolina, in 2025. Her background in wellness has deepened her interest in the relationship between movement and overall well-being.
Outside of the studio, Tabitha enjoys traveling, discovering new coffee shops, and spending time with her dog, Nola.
Why APG?
Tabitha joined APG because of its collaborative community and her passion for contemporary dance. She is excited to continue growing as an artist, performer, and member of the Raleigh dance community.
Nahyme Romero-Larios
Company Member
My name is Nahyme, and dancing has always been something that I have been passionate about, and that makes me happy! I am originally from Kannapolis, NC, where I started off dancing ballet for about a year. I got involved in my highschool’s color guard, which exposed me to a more modern style of dancing, and that is where my love for dancing grew even more. I performed in various color guard shows for about 6 years until I moved for college. After that, dance was something I always wanted to do again, but I didn't feel like I had the time. I also found it difficult to find a space that felt right for me and my skill level. I chose to join Anthony Performance Group because it provided that welcoming and inclusive space!
Why APG?
I chose to join Anthony Performance Group because it provided that welcoming and inclusive space! I am still growing as a dancer, and this company has allowed me to surround myself with dancers with different skill sets to learn from. It feels great to be part of a company that makes me feel supported and encouraged to keep getting better. I am excited to have a place where I can express myself again, and I can’t wait to see what is to come for this company!
Aisha mayo
Company Member
Aisha Mayo, a Hillsborough native now based in Raleigh, NC, is a passionate dance educator, choreographer, and performer. She earned her BA in Dance Education (K–12) with a minor in Theatre Performance from North Carolina Central University in 2022, where she also served as president of the NCCU Repertory Dance Company and performed in various productions.
Aisha currently teaches at East Wake High School in Wendell, NC, as the Dance Director and Head Director of the ELEV8 Dance Company. She has trained extensively in multiple styles, including Jazz, Ballet, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Tap, Gymnastics, and Musical Theatre. Her choreography credits include Aladdin Jr., Shrek The Musical , and Seussical Jr. and The Wiz along with writing her very own Coco & Dreams Nutcracker and producing seasonal dance concerts with her students.
She has performed at the NCDEO Conference, National Black Theatre Festival, and in Jackie Shelton Green’s The River Speaks, and a former KT Collective Dance Company Member- who continues to perform and choreograph across North Carolina. Aisha is dedicated to sharing her love for the arts and storytelling with the next generation of artists.
Why APG?
Aisha chose APG Dance Company because she wanted to be part of a dance community that embraces individuality, creativity, and artistic expression. APG provides her with the opportunity to move with intention, explore her artistry, and connect with other artists who share her passion for meaningful storytelling through dance.