About Noa Manalang

2026 Superstar ICON of the YEAR

Neisha’s Dance & Music Academy

Studio Owner/Teachers: Neisha Hernandez

QUESTION & ANSWER from NOA

Favorite Dance Style: My favorite dance style is contemporary.

Dream Dance Career: My dream dance career is to be a professional dancer or a dance teacher.

Favorite Quote: Every great artist was once a beginner who chose to work hard and keep going.

The biggest lesson dance has taught me: Dance is not about being perfect it’s about trying new things, learning from your mistakes and having fun.

My proudest dance moment: My proudest moment is being an Ic of the Year at Hollywood Connection Nationals 2026.

One person who inspires me: My dance teachers Ms. Ericka [Goode] and Ms. Lyndsay [Constantino] inspire me to learn and be the best dancer and teammate I can be.

What becoming an Icon means to me: Being icon of the year means that I can be recognized for all the hard work I have been doing.