Our Team
Tristi Robinson
President & Artistic Director Tristi is a native of Carson City, NV., where she began her early training at Pinkerton Dance Academy under the direction of Fern Pinkerton. She also went on to train with Barbra Monibi Land, and Charlotte Soukup in Reno Nevada. At the young age of 14 she moved on to train at the Marin Ballet School and Company, in California, with Maria Vegh, Ruth Petrinovic, Jocelyn Vollmar, Margaret Swarthout, Melinda Bach, and others. She has trained in many styles of dance and gymnastics. Her career as a professional dancer and teacher has spanned over 30 yrs. She has been a Principal dancer with the Washington Ballet and Richmond Ballet companies, a soloist with the Atlanta Ballet, and a Corp de ballet member with Milwaukee Ballet. She has had the privilege of working with such choreographers as Kirk Peterson, Choo San Goh, Suzanne Farrell, Baayork Lee, Dennis Nahot, Christian Holder, and William Soleau to name a few. She has been a national acclaimed guest artist for schools and professional companies. In 1997, she was awarded the OYA (Outstanding Young Women of America) Award. As a master teacher, she has taught students, ages three to adult, across the nation in many dance styles. Tristi also coaches gymnastics on the recreational and team levels. She is a seamstress and designer of costumes. Tristi is married to Norvell Robinson, Jr. They have three beautiful children who are constant reminders of humility, love, joy, and happiness.
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Norvell Robinson
Co-Artistic Director Norvell, a native Richmonder, began his dance career after training in the School of the Richmond Ballet and North Carolina School of the Arts. He has toured internationally with an Italian touring company as “Richie” in A Chorus Line. For 16 years, he appeared as a soloist and principal dancer in the Richmond Ballet Company. Norvell’s other local appearances include commercials, as well as VCU Dance Department, Theatre IV, Barksdale Theatre, SPARC, and Encore. Norvell has taught dance and choreographed for several local, state and national schools -preschools through high schools levels, as well as for dance schools and other community organizations, such as Girl Scouts. At Lakeside Presbyterian Church Weekday Preschool, Norvell is an Elder and the movement and dance teacher. He is co-owner and manager of Pilates, Dance and More…The Art of Fitness. He is married to Tristi McMaster Robinson. They have three beautiful children who are constant reminders of love, joy, sacrifice, forgiveness, and a reason to do, and to be…
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Fay Peery
Director & General Manager
Director & General Manager
Fay attended the University of Richmond for two years prior to transferring to the Medical College of Virginia. A few years later, she graduated from the School of Pharmacy.
She is married to Bryan, who she met in high school. They have two fantastic kids, one in graduate school and one in high school. Fay was a co-owner of small specialty business that focused on monogrammed items and gifts.
Since retiring from the pharmacy world, she spends her time volunteering. Over the years, she has had the privilege to work with amazing people in preschools, elementary, middle and high schools, PTAs, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Little League and dance schools. While she has mounted artwork, spread mulch, written newsletters, served as room/team mom, one of her most rewarding “gigs” has been tutoring as a “Book Buddy” in a local elementary school. Working with and for young people has given her countless cherished experiences.
She is married to Bryan, who she met in high school. They have two fantastic kids, one in graduate school and one in high school. Fay was a co-owner of small specialty business that focused on monogrammed items and gifts.
Since retiring from the pharmacy world, she spends her time volunteering. Over the years, she has had the privilege to work with amazing people in preschools, elementary, middle and high schools, PTAs, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Little League and dance schools. While she has mounted artwork, spread mulch, written newsletters, served as room/team mom, one of her most rewarding “gigs” has been tutoring as a “Book Buddy” in a local elementary school. Working with and for young people has given her countless cherished experiences.
Valerie Lancaster
Treasurer
Treasurer
Valerie was born in Richmond, Virginia. She presently resides in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. After attending Richmond Public Schools, she obtained a degree in Finance from Hampton University in Hampton, Virginia. After working for many years in the Health Insurance industry, she obtained a Masters in Business Administration from Strayer University. After leaving the insurance industry, she pursued her life long dream of teaching mathematics. For the past 10 years, she has been teaching middle school mathematics to a diverse population of students from many countries around the world.
Monica Timmons
Board Member
Monica Timmons, a native of Richmond, VA, is a former professional dancer, dance studio owner and current business owner. She received her degree in dance from the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, PA, where she studied all genres. After graduating in 2010, she went on to dance professionally with several companies in Philadelphia including Eleone Connection, D/2, Philadanco and Waheed Works. Her other performance experience includes performing with Starr Foster Dance Project (Richmond, VA), Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Regent Seven Seas Cruises.
In 2015, Monica opened Momentum Dance Center in Ashland, VA, with the mission to provide students with exceptional dance education, while also helping to develop compassionate, responsible young people. Through this venture, she met and began working with Tristi Robinson, and became involved with PDM Productions, INC. In July 2021, Monica sold Momentum Dance Center to relocate out of state with her husband who serves in the U.S. Navy. Since then, she has received her certification as a Personal Trainer and Health Coach specializing in women's fitness and wellness. She recently launched Fit and Well By Monica, LLC., which is an online wellness company that helps busy women reach their specific fitness and health goals through 1:1 training and coaching programs.
Monica is thrilled to have joined the Board of PDM Productions, Inc and looks forward offering her knowledge and experience as a former studio owner and current business owner to help PDM Productions continue their incredible mission.
Board Member
Monica Timmons, a native of Richmond, VA, is a former professional dancer, dance studio owner and current business owner. She received her degree in dance from the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, PA, where she studied all genres. After graduating in 2010, she went on to dance professionally with several companies in Philadelphia including Eleone Connection, D/2, Philadanco and Waheed Works. Her other performance experience includes performing with Starr Foster Dance Project (Richmond, VA), Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Regent Seven Seas Cruises.
In 2015, Monica opened Momentum Dance Center in Ashland, VA, with the mission to provide students with exceptional dance education, while also helping to develop compassionate, responsible young people. Through this venture, she met and began working with Tristi Robinson, and became involved with PDM Productions, INC. In July 2021, Monica sold Momentum Dance Center to relocate out of state with her husband who serves in the U.S. Navy. Since then, she has received her certification as a Personal Trainer and Health Coach specializing in women's fitness and wellness. She recently launched Fit and Well By Monica, LLC., which is an online wellness company that helps busy women reach their specific fitness and health goals through 1:1 training and coaching programs.
Monica is thrilled to have joined the Board of PDM Productions, Inc and looks forward offering her knowledge and experience as a former studio owner and current business owner to help PDM Productions continue their incredible mission.