Rita is a true Renaissance woman. Since graduating from CalArts, she has worked steadily in the spotlight and behind the scenes as an actress, dancer, choreographer, producer, and casting director – including some major concert tours: Rihanna, Britney Spears, Madonna, American Idol, Dancing With The Stars, etc. She is someone who can speak to the rewards of hard work, the value of extending your career through diversification, and the pleasure of pursuing your passions. I wanted to have a Coffee Date with her because she is someone who has created her varied and successful career by being true to herself and defining success on her own terms.