07/24/2026
The Newburgh Performing Arts Academy is proud to introduce Glenn Allen Sims as its next Vice President of Arts Education.
Following a thoughtful succession process, academy founder Kim L. Turner selected Glenn to lead NPAA into its next chapter, recognizing his extraordinary artistic achievements, leadership, and lifelong commitment to arts education.
Glenn Allen Sims enjoyed a distinguished 23-year career as a Principal Dancer with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, captivating audiences worldwide through his artistry and athleticism. A native of Long Branch, New Jersey, he began his training at the Academy of Dance Arts before attending The Ailey School’s Summer Intensive on scholarship and continuing his studies at The Juilliard School. Glenn has performed on some of the world’s most prestigious stages, including the White House Dance Series and a special performance for the King of Morocco, and has appeared on national television, including Dancing with the Stars, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, and So You Think You Can Dance. In 2004, he was inducted into the Long Branch High School Distinguished Alumni Hall of Fame as its youngest recipient. A respected educator and arts administrator, Glenn is a master teacher, a certified Zena Rommett Floor-Barre® instructor, a certified Pilates Mat instructor, and has served in leadership roles with Ballet Hispánico and Steps on Broadway. Please join us in welcoming Glenn Allen Sims to the Newburgh Performing Arts Academy. We are excited for the future of NPAA under his leadership.
“I am deeply grateful and honored to serve as Vice President of Arts Education at the Newburgh Performing Arts Academy. This role is about more than teaching—it is about shaping young artists’ lives, nurturing their creativity, and helping them realize their full potential. Sharing my passion for dance, theater, music, and visual arts is one of life’s greatest joys. My vision is to create a pre-professional environment where Hudson Valley students can dream boldly, train with excellence, and believe their goals are within reach.”
