Sarai Hicks is a dynamic and versatile dancer who has been moving with purpose and passion since the age of five. Trained across a wide range of styles—including Flamenco, tap, ballet, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, modern, and African dance—she brings both technical precision and expressive depth to every performance.

For the past three years, Sarai has been a member of the ensemble in Debbie Allen’s acclaimed Hot Chocolate Nutcracker, where she has continued to refine her artistry under world‑class direction and alongside talented performers from across the country.

In 2026, Sarai will take the next major step in her dance journey as she joins the Alvin Ailey Dance Theater’s Professional Division Intensive Study Program for the summer. This opportunity places her among some of the most promising young dancers in the nation and reflects her dedication, discipline, and growing artistic voice.

For Sarai, dance is more than movement—it is expression, storytelling, and connection. Whether on stage or in the studio, she approaches her craft with heart, curiosity, and a deep love for the art form that has shaped her life.