08/30/2026
Legacy Series: Sofia LaConcha
As Sofia LaConcha begins her senior year, we get to celebrate not only the dancer we see on stage, but the smart, creative, hardworking young woman she has become.
Meet Sofia LaConcha.
Born in Miami, Sofia began dancing at just five years old and has been part of the Expressions Academy of Dance family for the past four and a half years. Sofia attends Richard O. Jacobson Technical High School, where she studies Veterinary Assisting, while also taking college courses through St. Petersburg College. With math as her favorite subject, she hopes to attend the University of Florida and pursue a career in forensic science. Outside of dance, Sofia spent two years on the Seminole High School swim team and has worked as a lifeguard at Seminole Recreation Center for the past two years. She also has a creative side and enjoys art, baking and decorating cakes, horror movies, and shopping. Dance is something Sofia gets to share with her younger sister, Bella, who also dances at Expressions. Although they compete on different teams, they still get the special experience of watching and cheering each other on throughout the season.
This year, Sofia will also take the stage as Mrs. Stahlbaum in our production of The Nutcracker.
Sofia may be one of our quieter dancers, but she has such a sweet, easygoing personality and truly gets along with everyone. Over the years, we have loved watching her grow in confidence, step outside of her comfort zone, and develop artistically on stage. She is intelligent, creative, kind, and determined, and we are excited to see what the future holds for her. Sofia, we are so proud to celebrate you as part of our Class of 2027 Legacy Series. This is your year! We’re going to have a blast! 🩷
