Wednesday, February 11, 2009

NEW Houston Date and Faculty announcement!


We are pleased to announce the Houston date and venue for 2009.
June 27-28, 2009 at Cypress Lakes High School in Katy, Texas!

NEW FACULTY FOR 8&a1!
Abbie Cooper has performed, taught and choreographed across the country. Working professionally in musical theatre, she has been an original company member and featured dancer in such Broadway tours as 42nd Street (Assistant Dance Captain) and All Shook Up. She also originated LA’s White Christmas and the Las Vegas production of We Will Rock You, where she worked closely with the legendary Brian May and Roger Taylor of Queen. Her most recent performing honor has been kicking eye-high with the world-famous Radio City Rockettes, where precision, technique and performance are paramount.

Abbie honed her critical skills as a teacher and choreographer at Northwestern University, where she directed the Graffiti Dancers and staged numerous theatrical productions. Double majoring in dance and communication studies, minoring in Spanish and earning a certificate in Musical Theatre, she graduated first in her class. Professionally, she has instructed and judged for NCA Danz, in addition to numerous national talent competitions. She fully believes that dance nurtures the soul, and hopes to encourage aspiring dancers to follow their performing dreams.

Sunday, January 25, 2009

NEW Year! NEW Classes! NEW Updates!


Happy New Year! We are so excited for 2009!
8&a1 is committed to pushing the boundaries of dance education and bringing new elements to the workshop!
NEW***We have added Sunday classes to make the Workshop a full weekend dance event!
NEW***Choreography Showcase: Your dancers can bring 2 dance pieces for Saturday night!
NEW***Everyone loves the live DJ so we have added a drummer in to the mix!
and much much MORE!

Fort Worth- June 13-14, 2009 at Saginaw High School
Houston- June 2009- Venue coming soon!