Alicia Andrew
Professional objective
I am an experienced dancer seeking work within the community, schools and a wide range of projects that would benefit from my teaching skills and abilities. I am eager to work with all those who choose to dance no matter what their experience and combine techniques in Street, Hip-hop, Contemporary, Ballet and African-Caribbean. I will apply my leadership and communication skills to the advantage of any organisation I am working for.
Professional Experience
April 2010-Present: Freelance dance facilitator for Irie! Dance Theatre
· Deliver dance workshops to children of all ages and backgrounds
· Raise awareness to African-Caribbean dance techniques
· Choreograph, fusing different dance forms such as Street and contemporary
· Prepare dancers for community shows and performances
August 2010-present: Dance Tutor CPFA (Crystal Palace Football Association)
August 2010-Choreographer Elysium III EPK/ Promo video
August-September 2010: Facilitated and delivered a workshop for Centre point Charity Organisation, held at Pineapple Studios.
July 2010-Present: ADAD (The Association of Dance of the African Diaspora)
· Administrative Intern
May 2010-present: Dance Coach, Lewisham Community Schools
January 2010-July 2010: Dance Tutor for J’s Dance Factory
Responsibilities:
· Teach Street Dance to children aged 6-16+
· Prepare students for IDTA exams, shows, public events and auditions
· Choreograph Street classes for competitions
· Help maintain the high standards of J’s Dance Factory
April 2006-July 2008: Dance Facilitator/Tutor for Artefacts Edutainment
Responsibilities:
· Created session plans for classes and workshops
· Actively taught children ranging from 5-16
· Performed risk assessments before proceeding with workshops
· Worked towards performances
· Aimed to build confidence, which is the key to expression.
Educational Background
September 2008-June 2010 FDA Dance London Metropolitan University
Grades TBA
September 1998-July2004 Prendergast school/Sixth Form
9 A-C Grade GCSE’S including English and Maths
3 A Levels: Music, Performing Arts and History
I have just completed a Foundation Degree in dance at London Metropolitan University. I am now intending to go on to complete my third and final year at Middlesex University in order to obtain a BA (Hons) Professional Practice. (BAPP)
I am an energetic, creative and flexible individual. Throughout my training I have gained a deep knowledge of Ballet, Contemporary, African-Caribbean and Street dance, both technique and theory, I also have excellent musicality. I pride myself on being enthusiastic towards all tasks and requirements given to me and having an open mind.
Training
· Irie! Dance Theatre/London Metropolitan University
· Scott-Wiseman School Of Dance
· Crysis Dance Troupe
· Mexalon Dance Troupe
· D&B Theatre School
· Glenlyn Stage School
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