BZ Contemporary – Will Wingfield – SYTYCD
MEET WILL WINGFIELD
Will began training at age nine at D.C. Dance Factory in Nashville, TN. At age 15, Will was noticed by one of the true pioneers of the arts, Mrs. Debbie Allen. Soon thereafter, he moved to L.A., and went on a full scholarship at the Debbie Allen Dance Academy, where he had the opportunity to train in nine different forms of dance technique. While on scholarship at D.A.D.A he had the pleasure to do five full-length plays, written and directed by Mrs. Debbie Allen. He starred in four principal roles, and served as one of her assistant choreographers on a play she was choreographing, and directing in Beirut Lebanon. Will joined Terry Beemans Co. for two years, appearing in two of his full length shows; Bound and La Piccolo Concerto. He danced in the 57th Annual Emmy Awards in the very first competition of Emmy Idol. Will had the experience of being a part of the skeleton crew, for the Paramount Pictures movie Dreamgirls. After graduating high school Will moved to Las Vegas to be a part of A New Day by DRAGONE, staring the world renowned Celine Dion. Most recently Will was one of the Top 8 finalist on Season IV of So You Think You Can Dance. Will has been fortunate enough to work for, and train with, some of the most talented Artists still around today.
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Duration : 0:7:11
BZ Contemporary – Donyelle Jones – Groups
MEET DONYELLE
Donyelle Denise Jones is a talented and successful dancer, choreographer, director, teacher, singer and actress. She was born July 3, 1979, in Los Angeles, California, to Charles and Mary Jones. She is the youngest of three children of a military family. Ms. Jones chose her dance career at the age of six. Her love of dance and interpreting stories through movement was cultivated by her mentor, Broderick Wilson, until his death October 10, 1997. Following Mr. Wilsons death, Ms. Jones began her formal dance training under the direction of Lara Arnaiz at Extensions Performing Arts Academy in Lancaster, California at the age of eighteen. She studied ballet, jazz, modern dance and hip hop as well as acting and sing. Currently, Ms. Jones is choreographer for the new spectacular Las Vegas Show at the Venetian starring Wayne Brady. During 2006, she received national attention as a finalist on the show, So You Think You Can Dance. She has been featured in musical theatre productions such as Hair, Nutcracker, and many more. Ms. Jones taught and directed the dance program at Palmdale High School for three years. Additionally, she taught at Orange County High School of the Arts. Ms. Jones teaches at Millennium Dance Complex, Debbie Allen Dance Academy, Debbie Reynolds Dance Studio, Golds Gym in Hollywood, Extensions Performing Arts Academy and at various dance conventions in the United States as well as Canada. Additionally Ms. Jones has been featured in music videos, movies and award shows. Her accolades include working with Missy Elliot, Shanice Wilson, The Game, Black Peas, and Master P. Ms. Jones has appeared in movies such as Be Cool and Beauty Shop. Emphasizing body movement, use of space, facial expressions and costume design through creative choreography continue to define Ms. Jones passion.
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Duration : 0:9:56
Week 6: Charlie and Drew – Lyrical So You Think You Can Dance BBC One
http://www.bbc.co.uk/soyouthinkyoucandance
In the final of So You Think You Can Dance Charlie and Drew perform a Lyrical dance to I Surrender by Celine Dion.
Duration : 0:1:52
[contemporary dance choreography] If (Love, that story of ….) – Kiaro Dance Company
Choreographer : Soon-cheon Jeon
Kiaro Dance Company’s Lyrical Dance
Duration : 0:2:19
Emily Hejna performs “BZ Contemporary – Sonya Tayeh Groups
MEET SONYA TAYEH
Born in Brooklyn, New York and raised in Detroit, Michigan, Sonya Tayeh is a highly accredited choreographer and teacher. HeR repertoire in contemporary funk and progressive contact are the new choreographic styles in the dance world. She has a powerful artistic force and a unparalleled knowledge of dance, which is evident in all of her works. Sonya’s pieces have been seen in many competition routines, dance conventions, dance companies, professional shows, and recently on So You Think You Can Dance. With her passionate love of dance, Sonya inspires numerous students, which is her ultimate goal as a teacher. Sonya Tayeh is the future of dance. She is excellence.
Personal Interests:
Sonya’s personal interests include educating dance students around the world, arts and crafts, and being with her friends and family. Her personal inspirations in life are her family, Jiri Kylian, Frida Kahlo, Twila Tharp, and any other innovative artist. Plus, she’s got a killer sense of style!
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Duration : 0:9:59
BZ Contemporary – Jillian Meyers – Solo
MEET JILLIAN MEYERS
Jillian Meyers grew up dancing in Portland Oregon. There she trained in all styles of dance with teachers Erin Lee, Michelle Mckinney, Candalee Wrede, Diana Redding and Sarah Riggles. In 2004 she moved to Los Angeles to pursue her aspiration of becoming a professional dancer. During her time there she has become a member of Mark Meismer’s company, “Evolution”. She has also been an assistant to Brian Friedman, Tovaris Wilson, Mia Michaels and Mandy Moore on the hit show, “So You Think You Can Dance”. Since 2006 she has been fortunate to be a lead dancer for performing artist Janet Jackson. Over the past two years she has been involved with Janet’s videos, over-sea performances and a variety of television appearances. Recently she performed alongside Wade Robson in his performance for the show, “Dancing With the Stars”. She currently has just come off of Janet’s, “Rock Witchu Tour”. Ultimately, Jillian loves to dance and is excited by any experience related to her passion!
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Please respect the creative work of this choreographer. Duplicating or recycling these moves in any shape or form for your own use (without permission) is prohibited and “shameful.”
Duration : 0:1:55
Boogiezone Contemporary – Lauren Gottlieb – SYTYCD – SOLO
MEET LAUREN
The talent, charm, beauty and humor which Lauren Gottlieb not only exudes in her everyday life, but also carries to the stage in each of her dances is quickly establishing her as a rising star and one of the most sought-after dancers in Hollywood.
After winning over America on the hit FOX reality series So You Think You Can Dance, Lauren made it to the final six contestants and hardly put on the brakes at that point. Soon every major choreographer wanted to work with her. She performed with Shakira at the Grammys. She performed with Mariah Carey on Good Morning America. She also returned to FOX for American Idols Idol Gives Back special with her fellow So You Think You Can Dance castmates.
Originally from Scottsdale, Lauren knew she wanted to dance when she was just 7 years old. She has trained in jazz, ballet, hip hop, lyrical, tap, and musical theater and describes her style of dance as a mix of contemporary, jazz funk and hip hop. In 2006, Lauren moved to Los Angeles to pursue her dance career. She soon began working with noted choreographer Tyce Diorio and assisted him during Season 2 of So You Think You Can Dance before she joined the cast the following year.
Lauren recently had her acting debut on Jennifer Love Hewitt’s “Ghost Whisperer”. She danced side by side with Miley Cyrus in the new Hannah Montana Feature Film. She is also playing a cheerlearder with Kim Kardashian and Vanessa Minnillo in Disaster Movie. She has danced in Bring It On Cinco, a Nip Tuck Promo, Paula Abdul Tribute, and Nikes Rock Your Body Workout. She has also danced at some of Hollywoods most noted industry events including Nike, Macys Passport, Nickelodeons Best New Talent of the Year and Monsters of Hip Hop Roadtrip.
Lauren has trained with some of todays best choreographers including Mia Michaels, Wade Robson, Brian Friedman, Tabitha and Napoleon, Bryan Tanaka, Marguerite Derricks, Tyce Diorio, Dave Scott and Chuck Maldonado among others. As a teacher and choreographer, Lauren has worked with Tobey McGuire, Broadway Dance Center, Co Dance, West Coast Dance Explosion and Tremaine. Stay tuned to the newest season of So You Think You Can Dance to see Lauren’s new role with the show!
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Please respect the creative work of this choreographer. Duplicating or recycling these moves in any shape or form for your own use (without permission) is prohibited and “shameful.”
Duration : 0:1:36