From my earliest memory I was always frightened of Abby Lee Miller. Imagine being a little kid and walking into the studio. Abby is sitting at the front desk, filling the space with her tremendous presence. She is not what most people would envision when they think of a dance teacher. In fact, you’ve rarely ever seen Abby dance—just choreograph and teach. She is loud, big, and usually draped in black. She is intimidating, scary, and likes to yell. You’d hope Abby wouldn’t be there, especially if you were late.
