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RAP IT UP 2011

Don’t miss Utah’s #1 Hip Hop Workshop!

Murray High School
5440 S. State Street
Murray, UT 84107
 

 

OCTOBER 8th 2011

Bringing you the BEST hip hop
instructors and choreographers from across the nation to teach the NEWEST hip hop moves and techniques!!!

 

Rap It Up Schedule - October 8, 2011

CHECK-IN: 7:45am – 8:30am
INSTRUCTOR INTRODUCTIONS: 8:45am – 9:00am
GROUP WARMUP: 9:00am – 9:15am
CLASSES: 9:15am – 11:45am
***lunch break***
CLASSES: 1:00pm – 3:25pm
GROUP REVIEW FOR SHOWCASE: 3:30pm – 4:00pm
FINAL SHOWCASE (FREE TO COME WATCH!): 4:00pm – 4:45pm
***no video or picture taking will be allowed***
Consessions will be available all day
 

Each participant will recieve a CD of all music used at the workshop!

A DVD of the all the routines will be available at the workshop for purchase

 

 Confirmed Rap It Up instructors for 2011… (more to come!)

Lisette Bustamante

 Lisette Bustamante is always a favorite here at “Rap It Up” hip hop workshop!!!  Mix a little hip hop, jazz, and salsa with the drama of musical theatre and you will have a glimpse of what to expect when experiencing the choreography of Lisette Bustamante, one of Los Angeles ’s most sought after dancers-turned-choreographers.  She has a unique ability to conceptualize and create moves that transcend the barriers of today’s generic video choreography.  She has performed with such artists as Aaliyah, P. Diddy, Jennifer Lopez, Usher, Will Smith, Enrique Inglesias, Mya, Brandy and Santana.  She has been on the MTV Video Music Awards performing with Madonna, Janet Jackson, Backstreet Boys, and Justin Timberlake.  You can also catch Lisette as one of the judges on the new Dance Fever on ABC Family.  You’re going to LOVE  Lisette’s classes!!!

Chonique
Sneed

 Chonique Sneed began her entertainment career at the young age of 8. A Los Angeles Native, born smack in the center of Hollywood, she was destined to entertain with a natural passion for performing. Beginning her career as a child actress, she worked on commercials, kid variety specials, and television shows in her early years.   Always having a natural ability and interest in dance, she went on to dance in movies, world tours, and countless music videos; working with artists such as:  Missy Elliott, Eve, Gwen Stefani, PDiddy, and Janet Jackson, to name a few.  Chonique also shines in the choreography and Artistic side of things.  Chonique has choreographed for artists such as Christina Milian, Britney Spears, Pink, Jennifer Lopez, etc….  Always a writer and artist at heart, Chonique has collaborated with up-n-coming producer “K.O.”, who together have developed her sound and passion as a hip-hop artist. They have created a sound that is unique to her own, expressing her animated personality and exposing her trials and triumphs growing up in the entertainment industry. With Chonique, be prepared for an In-Your-Face personality; bold, yet witty and fun!

Todd
Flanagan

 Todd Flanagan knew from an early age that the small town of Genoa, Arkansas couldn’t accommodate his big dreams.   After high school he attended college at Southern Arkansas University where he studied the art of Theatre.  While in school he received many awards for his work on the stage.  His most prestigious was his Irene Ryan Nomination and Directors Choice Award for his role as Hally in the production “MASTER HAROLD”…and the boys in a state-wide competition.  Before making his move to LA, he had the opportunity of working alongside Denzel Washington in the film “The Great Debaters”, where he was featured as an Oklahoma Debater.  Since his move in 2007, Millennium Dance Complex has opened new doors for him to explore the art of dance and teaching.  While in LA, Todd has filmed the pilot for ABC’s Dance Machine, and performed alongside and for many famous Choreographers such as:  Michael Jackson’s dancer/choreographer Lavelle Smith, Chonique Sneed & Lisette Bustamante, Phlex, Shane Sparks, and Carey and Paulette of Carnival Choreographer’s Ball.  He just recently co-choreographed a video for the famous Korean girl group “Girls Generation” with the guidance of the talented Lisette Bustamante.  Recently, he just returned from Africa on a 10 day tour with Jermaine Jackson. He is signed as a choreographer with MSA agency and is on staff at IDA Hollywood and Millennium Dance Complex.

Some of our previous Rap It Up instructors…. 

Lindsey
Blaufarb

 

 Lindsey is a hip hop favorite and you may have seen her take things to a new level as she performed on TV’s “America’s Best Dance Crew” season 3 with The BEAT FREAKS!!  Lindsey is also a member of the re-known GROOVALOOS featured on So You Think Can Dance.  Lindsey has so much talent and is a very innovative choreographer with her unique style and moves.  She lives in LA and continues to dance with numerous artists.  Some of her Credits are: Lady Ga Ga, Pink, Missy Elliot, Avril Lavigne, LL cool J, I-Pod, You Got Served, The Veronicas, Blondie, Black Eyed Peas, Mariah Carey, Omarion, Lil MaMa, Miley Cyrus, Beat Freaks abdc 3, Groovaloos, Jurassic 5 and many more…..

GEV
Manoukian

 

Gev is of Armenian descent.  He was born and raised in Kazakhstan. In his senior year of school, Gev formed the first break-dancing group in his hometown. Together, they learned their moves by watching videos and through trial and error.  In 2003 Gev moved to Salt Lake City, UT.  He soon found a local break-dancing/hip-hop group and joined the ranks, picking up where her left off in his hometown.  The group, “Extreme Dance Studio”, introduced him to the world of hip-hop. With his natural ability to pick up new dance movements, and his zeal to dance, the new genera took flight; brining him to a new level in dancing.  As he continued developing his dancing abilities, he soon discovered a new transition in his dancing…the combination of break-dance, hip-hop, and classical movements all rolled into one.  Gev engages audiences with his self-taught moves and passion. In 2004 Gev auditioned for the Hollywood block buster, High School Musical 2, and was chosen as a featured dancer.  Two years later, he was cast as a principal dancer in movie, “The American Mall”. In 2008 Gev’s dancing talents took him to the nationwide auditions of the Fox reality, hit, TV show, “So You Think You Can Dance”.  Gev’s unique, versatile, and powerful dancing abilities, won over the judges and America, as he danced his way to the top 10 dancers.

 

  

Thanks to all who attended our 2011 Summer Slam Dance Camps!  They were a huge success.  Don’t miss out on the fun and join us next year!!! 

Summer Slam Instructor Bios

Lauralyn Kofford

Summer Slam Director

 Email  lakofford@yahoo.com Lauralyn Kofford – Camp Director/Instructor 

  • Well known award winning choreographer and dance instructor.
  • 20+ yrs. Training and professional experience in all styles of dance from all across the nation working with the very best in the industry!!
  • Dance scholarship recipient to Brigham Young University where she was a member of the acclaimed “Cougarette” Dance Team for 2 yrs.  and a BYU cheerleader/songleader  – 3yrs.
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Dance Education with a minor is Health & Fitness from BYU.
  • 10 yrs. High School Dance Teacher/Educator/Coach – served as the Dance Department Chair, Dance Company Director, and Drill Team Coach.
  • Choreographer for the “Stadium of Fire” show,  the “Miss Rodeo America” Pageant, the 2002 Winter Olympic Games Opening and Closing Ceremonies in SLC, Commercial Advertisement  choreography, Bowl game halftimes shows, and many National Championship Dance/Drill Team, Studio, and Solo competition routines.
  • Event Coordinator for Dance America – including events such as Summer Slam Dance Camps, “Rap It Up” hip hop workshop, and Dance America Competitions.
  • Full-time staff member for BDT Drill Team Boot Camps.
  • Co-Director for Utah’s Studio Solo Championship and the “Miss Drill Utah Pageant.”
  • Board of Directors member for the “Utah Dance Judges Association”
  • Certified State and National dance adjudicator for 18+ yrs.
  • Group Fitness Instructor for Golds Gym – expert in power pump, kickboxing, step aerobics, dance cardio classes, and Zumba.

Cicily Gibbs
Oldham

 Cicily Gibbs Oldham - Instructor 

  • Trained in Jazz, Hip Hop, Ballet, and Pointe – The Dance Club in Orem, Utah.
  • 4 yr. member of the National Champion Dance Team, “The Cougarettes” at BYU
  • Dance Captain of the BYU “Cougarettes” for 2 years.
  • Choreographer for various HS, College, and University Dance Team competition routines.
  • Dance teacher as well as choreographer throughout Utah, Idaho, and Washington – 15 yrs.
  • Coach for the award winning Utah State Champion Bingham High “Minerettes” Drill Team – 3 yrs.
  • Instructor for Summer Slam Dance Camps and Precision Dance Camps.

Shannon
Vance

 Shannon Vance – Instructor 

  • MFA in Modern Dance from the University of Utah
  • Guest choreographer for Nicholas Leichter’s “Free the Angels” featured in the Uof U’s Performing Dance Co. spring showcase.
  • Graduate Utah Teaching Assistant under the UofU dance department for the 2009-2010 academic school year.
  • Dance Teacher for Salt Lake Community College.
  • Director and Teacher for the Mountain View High dance program teaching modern, ballroom, aerobics, and directing the HS dance company.  While at Mountain View two of her works, “How Many Does it Take to Tango” and “Protecting Ophelia” received top honors at the 2006 Utah Shakespeare Festival.
  • Choreographer for musicals such as Little Mary Sunshine, Beauty and the Beast, and Les Miserables.
  • B.A. in Dance Education from BYU where she toured with the Ballroom Dance Company and was a member of BYU’s Dancensemble.
  • Diverse training and expertise in jazz, lyrical, ballet, precision, hip-hop, character, and dance twirl, and ballroom.
  • Performer in the annual Mormon Tabernacle Choir Christmas Concert, the 2002 Olympic Opening Ceremonies, and was a top-five finalist at the Miss Dance Drill USA pageant, 1998.
  • Presently teaching/choreographing for various dance studios and programs including Emotion Dance, DF Latin Dance Studio, The Dance Company, and Youth City Art Ways.
  • New Dance Instructor for Southern Utah University’s Dance Department starting this Fall ’10.

Tiffany Lovell
Patten

Tiffany Lovell Patten – Instructor

  • 15+yrs. Training in all areas of dance.
  • Performer on ‘Utah Academy Dance Studios’ Junior and Senior Companies where she has worked with professionals such as Kari Khols, Peter Christie, and Dave Carter.
  • Scholarship recipient from L. A. Underground and L. A. Dance Magic conventions.
  • National Performer of the Year for L.A. Underground and L.A. Dance Magic.
  • Scholarship recipient to train at the ‘Performing Arts Center’ in Los Angeles where she had intensive training in Jazz, Ballet, Modern, Tap, Hip- Hop, Broadway, Acting and Voice – including special training with teachers such as Joseph Malone, Marguerite Derricks, Mia Michaels, Wade Robson, etc….  She also trained at the Edge Performing Arts Center and Millennium Studios while in L.A.
  • Performer/Dancer/Artist in commercial, television, video and stage.
  • Dance Teacher at various studios in Utah Valley including The Dance Club and Center Stage.
  • Instructor for Summer Slam Dance Camp – 7 yrs.
  • Assistant Instructor for ‘Rap it Up’ hip hop workshop – 4 yrs.
  • Guest teacher for Gold’s Gym, BDT Drill camps, private studios, etc…
  • Choreographer for studio routines, drill team routines, solo routines, and college dance teams.

Brittany Max
Petersen

 Brittany Max Petersen – Instructor 

  • 10+yrs. Training in Utah, California and Florida – experience and background in hip hop, ballet, lyrical, jazz, contemporary and modern dance.
  • Member of the Regional, State and National Champion Timpview High School drill team
  • Member of the Timpview Dance Company.
  • 2 yr. member of the National winning UVSC dance team.
  • Spirit leader for the 2002 Olympic Games
  • Teacher for the NDA (National Dance Alliance) traveling across the nation.
  • Professional dancer for the Rattlers indoor Arena Football team for one year, and the Utah Blitzz soccer team for 2 years.
  • Professional dancer with Evolutions Dance Company based out of Utah – 2 yrs. training with the very best professionals from across the nation.
  • 2 yrs. Special training in Funk and Hip Hop with Rick Robinson  – Center Stage Performing Arts Studio.
  • Teahcer and choreographer at numerous studios for the last 9 years.
  • Currently living in San Diego, CA where she spent the past year dancing with Kruciaal Element on their hip hop crew and jazz team.
  • Special Invitation to perform at the Gaslamp Quarter’s Monster Bash and Mardi Gras Celebrations.
  • Summer Slam Dance Camp Instructor – 8 yrs.
  • Assistant Instructor for “Rap It Up” hip hop workshop.

Melissa Ross

 Melissa Ross – Instructor 

  • 18+ yrs. Teaching jazz, hip hop and technique classes throughout the United States.
  • Professional choreographer for universities, state and community colleges, high schools and private studios, as well as dance numbers performed in stadiums such as Kansas City Chiefs, St. Louis Rams, and the once-known L.A. Raiders.
  • Member of the nationally acclaimed Golden Girls at University of Missouri in Columbia.
  • Bachelors degree in Child/Family Studies and Dance from the University of Missouri.
  • Trained in L.A., Missouri, and Utah.
  • Dance adjudicator in the western United States for regional and national competitions.
  • Summer Slam Dance Camp Instructor – 5 yrs.

Natalie Bills
Francis

 Natalie Bills Francis – Instructor  

  • 20 yrs. Dance training – born and raised in the dance studio – Hot Shots Dance Studio in Pleasant Grove, UT.
  • Teacher since the age of 15yrs. old specializing in jazz, lyrical, ballet, tap, hip-hop, and tumbling.
  • Winner of the “Utah Performer of the Year” award in 2001.
  • Recipient of multiple scholarships from NYCDA, Dance Utah, LA Dance Magic, Odyssey, Austin Ballet, and Dance Fever Utah.
  • Member of the Orchesis Dance Co. at Pleasant Grove High School where she choreographed multiple routines and served as president during her senior year.
  • Member of the UVSC Dance Team for 1 year.
  • 3 yr. member of Rick Robinson’s Origins/Vibe professional company where she performed in the Bart Rockett Variety show in Branson Missouri.
  • Dance adjudicator for various dance competitions around the U.S.
  • Currently teaching and choreographing for Hot Shots Dance Studio where her work has won many awards including best choreography, best costume, most creative and “best of show” awards at conventions and competitions over the years.
  • Featured dancer in High School Musical 3.

Autumn Hernandez
Roberts

 Autumn Hernandez Roberts – Instructor 

  • Nationally-recognized teacher . She has taught for several pre-professional studios in Utah.
  • Current Owner/Director/Choreographer for the performance company, “Underground Dance Company”.
  • Award winning choreographer – numerous first place titles, choreography awards, specialty awards, and overall titles at prestigious national competitions such as Spotlight Dance Cup, Jump, Odyssey Competition, Hollywood Connection, and more. Her soloists place nationally and locally, and she is well-known in the dance community for her edgy style.
  • Trained in all styles and areas of dance with emphasis on “edgy jazz”, contemporary jazz, lyrical, and hip hop.
  • Instructor for BDT drill team summer camps – 4 yrs.
  • Award winning choreographer – HS teams, College and University dance teams.  Regional and National Dance titles.

Jerra
Kofford

Jerra Kofford – Instructor

  • 12 yrs. training and experience in jazz, contemporary, lyrical, hip hop, musical theater, ballet, and pointe – Center Stage of Performing Arts in Orem, UT.
  • Senior Co. member at Center Stage for 4 yrs. – winning national and regional awards from acclaimed competitions such as JUMP, NUVO, West Coast Dance Explosion, NYCDA, … where she has worked with many  professional choreographers such as Mandy Moore, Dee Caspary, Mia Michaels, Travis Wall, etc….
  • Trained at Broadway Dance Center in NYC, The Edge in L.A., and private instruction from Balanchine’s Muse – Stephanie Saland.
  • Performed in SLC 2002 Opening Olympic Ceremonies.
  • Performed in Odyssey’s “Thriller” Show – University of Utah Kingsbury Hall.
  • “High Point” lyrical soloist and “Over-All Solo Champion” in 2008 – Dance America Nationals.
  • Lead role in the performance of “Sleeping Beauty” performed at Utah Valley University – 2008.
  • 2 yr. member of  Region and State Dance Champions – Lone Peak HS Drill Team
  • Dance Captain of the Lone Peak “Chevalier Drill Team” 2009-2010.
  • “Miss Dance/Drill Team Utah 2009” title winner.
  • Member of the Pre-Professional Dance Company  “Expansion” – directed by Bonnie Story
  • Currently choreographing and teaching technique classes for various studios and drill teams throughout Utah.
  • Currently enrolled at Brigham Young University – and a new member of the Cougarette Dance Team.

Kambri
Shenk

 Kambri Shenk – Assistant Instructor 

  • 15 yrs. Training and experience in jazz, contemporary, modern, ballet, precision, and hip hop dance.
  • National VIP Scholarshipwinner for JUMP convention.
  • JUMP “Critics Choice Winner”
  • NYC Dance Alliance Outstanding Dancer Scholarship winner.
  • Sterling Scholar in Dance Recipient  2009-2010.
  • Performed at Universal Studios with  JUMP Convention/Nationals.
  • Dancer in Smokey Joes Café musical – Scera Shell Theater.
  • Featured dancer in the film Hottie Boom Ba Lottie
  • Featured dancer in the film American Mall.
  • Assistant Instructor for BDT Drill Team summer camps.

Autumn Nelsen

 Autumn Nelsen – Assistant Instructor 

  • 18+ yrs. Training and experience in all styles of dance – Hi-Light Dance in Alpine, UT
  • Trained by professionals in CA, NYC, and Las Vegas.
  • Danced in Ballet West & Utah Regional Ballet Nutcracker performances.
  • 3 yr. member of  her  Regional and State Championship High School Drill Team.
  • Dance Captain for the Lone Peak HS “Chevaliers” Drill Team – 2 yrs..
  • Scholarship recipient at national dance conventions and traveling with L.A. Dance Magic as a
  • Over-all Solo Winner during her Jr. and Senior years in HS.
  • “Miss Dance/Drill Team Utah” title in 2008.
  • Member of the #1 Nationally ranked and Award Winning Championship “Cougarette” Dance Team at BYU – 3 yrs.
  • Current Officer for BYU “Cougarettes” 2010-11 year.
  • Choreographer/Teacher for private dance studios, various soloists, and the “Cougarette” Dance Team in Utah.
  • Assistant Instructor for Summer Slam Dance Camps and BDT Drill Team Camps.

Sarah
Paskett

 Sarah Paskett  – Assistant Instructor 

  • Ten yrs. Dance training and experience in all areas of dance – Hi-light dance studio in Alpine, UT.
  • Multiple scholarships at L.A. Dance Magic and Jump dance conventions.
  • Assistant Teacher at Hi-light Studio for 5 years.
  • Full-time Teacher for Hi-Light Studio starting this upcoming Fall Season.
  • 3 yr. member of the Region and State Champions – Lone Peak HS Drill Team
  • Captain of Lone Peak “Chevaliers” Drill Team for 2 yrs.
  • Top 10 Finalist for “Miss Dance/Drill Team Utah” pageant 2009 & 2010.

Stacy Johnson Bills – Instructor (bio coming soon)