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Performer Shreya Rawat shot by Natalie Leinbach
Performer Shreya Rawat is an ethereal maverick, one whose free-thinking, far reaching style combines discipline and dedication with a seeker's visionary, intuitive drive. This unconventional yet boundlessly appealing mixture has served Rawat well and allowed her to assert a formidable presence within the fast-moving modern dance/theater world.
The New Delhi-born, NYC-based Rawat's creative regimen includes simultaneous membership in three dance companies and appearances in theatrical, film and video projects. She also serves as a choreographer and educator and, as if all these weren't enough, takes classes to perfect dance styles more frequently seen in the commercial dance industry.
This kaleidoscopic, a hectic menu of artistic pursuit, played out against the backdrop of the audition process' cutthroat competition, requires intense focus and drive—qualities which are second nature to this exceptional talent.
"I dance professionally with Gotham Dance Theater, Ajna Dance Company and I'm also a part of Heartbreak Crew Company, a hip-hop crew based out of the Bronx," Rawat said.
"I am usually involved in 2-3 projects at the same time. This year has been one of the busiest—I was performing on the Summer Suite Tour with Gotham Dance Theater along with doing shows with Ajna Dance Company. Simultaneously I was also in rehearsals for performance with my hip-hop crew."
Shreya Rawat shot by Natalie Leinbach
This high energy, holistic approach has been a lifelong modus operandi. As a teenager, Rawat characteristically combined artistry and athletics: a competitive swimmer ranked at national level, she was also captain and principal soloist of her high school's nationally recognized, award-winning dance troupe.
She attended Delhi's acclaimed DanceworX Performing Arts Academy, studying contemporary dance, jazz and ballet and performing with the academy's Senior Repertoire Company. In the US, she earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance degree from Pennsylvania's Point Park University and headed to New York to fire up her professional career as a performer.
It didn't take long—an early audition for a supporting chorus part in contemporary stage musical How I Almost Died at Prom resulted in her being cast as the show's lead. That pretty much set the tone for the Rawat career, and her star turn in the well-received production was followed by a flurry of opportunities: ensemble performance at festivals, showcases, music videos—appearing in legendary pop singer Madonna's "Hung Up" clip and as principal dancer in emerging modern R&B sensation Alex Mali's "Album Mode" video.
"I absolutely loved working with Alex Mali," Rawat said. "I saw the audition call on Instagram and submitted for it right away. I got called back and confirmed it the same day and I was in! The whole process was so fun, It really didn't feel like work."
It's a demanding life but Rawat relishes every minute.
"I start my day early, around 6 am in the morning," she said. "I go to the gym 3 days a week and do my home-based workout the other days. I have all my classes that I teach lined up in the mornings and/or early afternoons, after which I head to rehearsals. They're usually 2-5 hours depending on the company and their schedules leading up to the show. If we're doing shows, we usually rehearse in the morning and perform in the evening. Amidst all this, I maintain my professional training by taking commercial classes at studios in Manhattan, which is also a great way to make connections with people that work in the commercial industry.
On top of all this, there's the challenge of memorizing choreography for three separate, entirely different, dance productions.
"It's not easy but is definitely a skill that has matured over time," Rawat said. "But it wasn't always like this. When you perform a set often, especially on tour, after a couple of times it becomes muscle memory. So, the only thing that changes constantly is the staging of the set because of the different venues you perform in. I am grateful to have a lot of experience that helps me adapt to staging changes."
Rawat's drive for creative expression is as prodigious as her skill set is diversified.
"I choreographed and produced a piece called Pathos," she said. "It's a 6 min post- modern piece which was staged and performed at George Rowland White Theater in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. I cast, choreographed, staged and produced the whole piece myself. It was truly one of the greatest experiences of my career thus far because it opened a whole new aspect of artistic expression for me."
Rawat's layered mastery of all these disciplines constitutes a remarkable spectrum of capability, and she is consistently striving to enhance and expand her repertoire of innovative artistry.
"Growth is constant—that's definitely my motto," she said. "I try to always enter every project with the expectation of learning something new, whether good or bad, and that really helps me grow as an artist and a person."
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No Limits: Dance Artist Faustine Lavie's Cross Cultural Excellence
January 21, 2020 pressva Leave a comment
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By Joseph West
Dance artist Faustine Lavie not only excels in one of the most demanding disciplines in all the arts–classical ballet–she also has an extraordinary ability to take on, and easily master, a diverse number of disparate styles which span the entire dance spectrum.
Whether it's modern, jazz or esoteric contemporary hybrids like An Nuo Spiritual Dance & Art, the French-born Faustine's limitless capacity to learn and grow as a dance artist has solidly established her as noted and in-demand force in the high pressure dance scene.
A prime example of this versatility is her membership in the acclaimed KADA (Korean American Dance Association) troupe. Founded in 2011 by Korean dancer-choreographer Mee Jung, it's a contemporary dance company focusing on cultural exchange through the arts. Jung and co-director Ae-Soon Kim, the co-director aim to fuse dance–the primary element–with visual arts, music, singing, painting, and photography presented at stage shows and festivals.
"I wanted to be a part of this company because I love their vision and the cultural mix they are trying to achieve," Faustine said. "I like discovering new cultures, performing to music from different parts of the world and dancing different styles of movement."
For the New York based Faustine, dance has always been her passion, one that manifested itself when she was just 3 years old–when she stunned her mother by asking to be enrolled in the local dance school in her native Toulon.
"Since she wanted me to do sports or some kind of physical movement, she agreed," Faustine said. "I honestly can't remember how I became interested in dance because I was so young, but I loved it so much that I've never stopped."
Later, When the Lavies relocated to Paris, Faustine enrolled in the famed l'Ecole du Ballet National de l'Opéra de Paris, moved on to attend the esteemed Ecole Supérieure de Danse de Cannes Rosella Hightower as well as the notable contemporary Parisian dance school ACTS.. With a solid grounding in ballet, modern, jazz and the Graham technique, Faustine naturally pursued a spot in revered choreographer-dancer Alvin Ailey's world famous Ailey Certificate Program in Manhattan as the ultimate component of her training.
Blessed, after three years of rigorous study, with Ailey's formal professional imprimatur and bringing her own boundless store of creative and athletic dance skills, Faustine quickly established herself as a reliable asset not only in i KADA, but in nearly half a dozen other high profile companies (The DynamitExperience, Arim Dance, Nathaniel's Dance Collective, Bloodline Dance Theatre and An Nuo Spiritual Dance & Art).
The i KADA company's almost kaleidoscopic pan-cultural style has a special place in her heart: "With i KADA, the dance stays contemporary, but with a different influence in every choreography we do," Faustine said. "Of course, some have influences from Korea and Asia in general, but not exclusively. Last season, for example, Kim choreographed a piece with an Hispanic influence–that's very interesting for a dancer, to go from one register to another one like that."
Faustine thrives on the challenges this exotic blend offers. "Some of the pieces include movements taken from the traditional Korean dance vocabulary," she said. "We had to work hard, especially on hand details, because we were not familiar at all with this style. It was very interesting for me to learn something new like this, that we don't have the opportunity to try or even see in Western countries."
The highlight for any i KADA dancer is the annual KoDaFe (Korean Dance Festival), a four day event featuring performances, workshops and competitions held at the Ailey Studio and the famed Ailey Citigroup Theater, a unique state-of-the-art performance space located in New York's historic Hell's Kitchen district.
"KoDaFe was created by i KADA's Artistic Director Mee Jung to provide a cultural exchange to artists from all over the world," Faustine said. "For KoDaFe 2019, the company performed four different pieces and I was in two of them. The first, 'Muse,' was about the inspiration we have as artists and each dancer represented a different musical instrument, with its unique sound, like each dancer has their own unique way to move. The second piece 'ChunHyang,' was inspired by a 13th century Korean story about a noble and commoner who fall in love." Both were choreographed by Jung and actually evolved during the rehearsal process, like a living organism all its own.
"These were new pieces in the process of creation, so the rehearsals and preparation were very demanding," Faustine said. "Being a part of the creation of the piece connects you more deeply to it. We dancers had to be extremely focused to capture every detail right away, as we were learning new movements. It was hard work but done with cheerfulness, always with a smile."
"My favorite part of the festival was the amazing people and talented dancers I shared the stage with," Faustine said. "We became not just friends, but family. The festival is not just about art, but also humanity and love."
Faustine's precision, dedication, unflagging pursuit of perfection and fierce tenacity have earned a prominent position as a dance artist of remarkable creativity and interpretive prowess in New York's very competitive dance community. She wouldn't have it any other way.
"What I really like about dance is how you can be a different person every time you take the stage," Faustine said. "I love exploring diverse styles and growing as an artist, because we never stop learning. Even with a great career and a lot of experience, we always have something to learn."
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Pauler Lam talks dancing on 'Steady Mobbin' and pursuing what makes him happy
It doesn't feel like that long ago for Pauler Lam that he was working a 9-to-5 in the corporate world. He found that each day sitting behind his desk ate away at his soul. He was working for a pay check, but it wasn't what made him happy. Then, five years ago, he decided to take his hobby of dancing, which he spent 16 years training for, and transform it into his full-time career. Immediately, he felt a shift in his outlook on life. He was happy, doing what he truly loved. This joy he feels from dancing is contagious, and those who watch him perform, whether live or on television, feel it too.
With an impressive career working on television commercials, Buzzfeed videos, live performances, and various television shows, Lam has become a sought-after Breakdance and Hip-Hop dancer. Originally from Australia, he has taken the American dance industry by storm, and recently was the principle dancer in two national commercial campaigns: one for Hotel Indigo, and the other for American Crew. In both instances, his talents as a dancer and performer are enthralling, grabbing audiences' attention around the country.
"I am a very driven person who only does what I know will ultimately make me happy and allow me to bring others joy and in turn, give back to the universe. This for me is dance," said Lam.
One of Lam's first breakout professional dance roles in the United States was on the television show Steady Mobbin. The series highlights diverse groups of dancers performing various flash mob styles in major cities, empowering the audience to bring out their inner dancer. The surprise element of the flash mob serves as a reminder that art, in this case dance, is all around us in everyday life.
"I loved that the show was about dance. The dancers were the star of the show, not just in the background. The producers understood how important and amazing dancers are and wanted to put us in the spotlight," said Lam.
The production on the show began in September 2015. In that first season, Lam was featured in episodes 3, 4, 5 and 6. Each episode took a week to film, including rehearsals. Steady Mobbin premiered on The Dance Network both in the United States and worldwide in February of 2016.
As well as being a principle dancer, Lam was also given a feature in an episode where he was interviewed. He was able to explain his background in dance and provide his back story to the viewers. He also had a solo dance moment where he was able to showcase his breakdancing skills.
"It feels amazing to know that people everywhere are able to see me do what I love. It is great exposure for myself as a performer and entertainer in the dance industry. I truly feel blessed to be able to be a professional dancer and the fact that I can do it for a living and put my work out there for the whole world to see is indescribable," he said.
When Lam first went to audition, he made an error that he now considers to be his saving grace. At the time, he had misread the audition details and went to the venue a day early. No one was there. and it made him very feel very inexperienced as he was new to the industry in those days. However, his mistake actually helped with his nerves, and when he returned the next day all of the initial fear he felt the day before had vanished; he had time to settle down and laugh at himself. When he came back the next day and auditioned, he impressed the Director, Aaron Mostow, as well as the well-known dancer/choreographer Suze Q (known for dancing with the celebrated pop group The Black Eyed Peas) who was running the auditions. While performing, Lam displayed his vast skill and versatility. It was only a week later when he was booked for lead role in the show.
Quickly noticed during the audition process for his unique ability to perform hip-hop choreography as well as bust out exceptional breakdance moves, Lam was essential in the creation process of each episode. In order for the choreography pieces to have a dynamic and recognizable moment, he was frequently featured doing a flip or a trick for the episode's "wow moment", keeping the audience captivated. Usually a Bboy would not do the choreography and stick simply to breakdancing, but Lam was able to do it all and help create flawless pieces and smooth transitions for the choreography, and ultimately, the show's success.
"Pauler is one of the most skilled and versatile dancers I've ever come across. He can do Hip Hop choreography and breakdance. That's a very rare thing for a Bboy to be able to do choreography too. So, I knew right away after seeing him at the audition that he would be perfect for my show. We featured him on an episode and he absolutely killed it in his solo with his crazy tricks and flips. He was so easy and fun to work with and I would love to work with him again," said Director Aaron Mostow.
Because the show focused on dance, and everyone involved had dance experience, Lam was eager to be part of this experience as one of the first major projects of his career. While on set, he made sure to stay focused, adapt easily, and be professional. Despite the challenge of having to learn many pieces of choreography in a short time frame, with cameras pointed at him and producers watching, Lam shone in each number. Working on the show truly exposed him to working under pressure, something that is common in the industry, and he quickly learned how to excel under such conditions.
"I am, and will always be, very grateful for this opportunity. The other dancers on the show were really fun to work with. Everyone was happy to be in rehearsal and on shoot days. I made some of my first proper LA friends from this show and am proud to still be good friends with them today. I was able to showcase my skills and versatility as a dancer for the first time in the Los Angeles dance industry. I've come a long way since then and will continue to push and grow further as a performer. And a special shout-out to Suze Q, Aaron Mostow and all the other dancers from Steady Mobbin," said Lam.
Being able to showcase his skill on television earlier on in his career opened many doors for Lam, and he is extremely humbled by the experience. Since being on the show, he has become an in-demand dancer in America, with no plans on slowing down. His journey reaffirms that pursuing his dreams full-time was the right choice, and he has never looked back.
"I know that this is what I am meant to be doing and truly believe that I am in the right place. I will continue to push myself in this industry to achieve all of my dreams and be the best and happiest version of myself that I can be," he concluded.
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Dancer Mao Kawakami Glows on Stage and Screen
January 3, 2018 pressva Leave a comment
Japanese dancer Mao Kawakami's graceful, kinetic precision and peerless creativity have earned her a fabulous career. Whether appearing on the movie screen, touring with major pop stars or performing show stopping numbers at major televised award shows, Kawakami's vibrant, high-energy style commands attention. Even in an ensemble troupe setting, the charismatic Kawakami stands out—audiences can't take their eyes off her.
The Los Angeles based Kawakami's fascination with dance has been life-long. "At age 3, I was going crazy dancing with my fairy stick at home," Kawakami said. "So my mom put me into a ballet studio, which turned out to be amazing! I was strictly a ballerina until I joined a dance club in middle school and was introduced to hip hop "
photo: Joseph Cultice
Even at this young age, Kawakami remained focused, steadily expanding upon her foundational training and always progressing. "I moved to Canada when I was 15," Kawakami said. "I went to dance studio after school almost every day and that's when I learned all genres in dance, because I wanted to learn more and have fun. I grew a lot as a dancer and teachers and choreographers also started to notice ne. The dance industry world seems really big yet it really is such a small world, so choreographers always talk to each other and you never know who's watching."
By the time she arrived in Hollywood, the stars were aligning in Kawakami's favor, and while the dancer's professional life is often a fast moving course of one-off freelance gigs, Kawakami easily established a steadily building momentum.
"Once I got to L.A. and started to work with on music videos, the choreographers referred me to other big name choreographers," Kawakami said. "I was working with Oththan Burnside [MC Hammer, Snoop Dogg, Rihanna] a lot, music videos for Keyshia Cole and some other projects, and she referred me to Jamaica Craft, who choreographs TLC, Usher, NE-YO, Justin Bieber, she was looking for a dancer the FOX Teen Choice Awards. I got the job and that's when my career grew from small projects to big award shows and tours."
photo: Wes Klain
Things began to move fast for the ambitious young dancer. Before long she was getting assignments for jobs with alternative hip-hop sensations N.E.R.D., interpretive dance collaborations for pop princess Pink and hitting the road with rap superstar Iggy Azalea—some of the best, most high profile performance opportunities in all of show business. Kawakami's signature combination of high energy, interpretive skill and flawless execution make her an in-demand asset to any dance presentation.
"I have worked with Mao on multiple gigs," Burnside said. "She 'gets' all aspects of work and has an ability to figure it out, in a matter of seconds, which makes things easier for all of us. Her presence is like a diamond—she brightens up the stage and makes the whole production look better. That's the reason I keep hiring her."
Kawakami's sterling professional reputation professionalism and very impressive roster of credits are the result of one thing—her artistry. Her innate gift for dance colors every aspect of her life on stage, and off stage, and Kawakami embraces her art, life and career as equal parts of a holistic philosophy,
"My career really grew when I started to know myself more as a person," Kawakami said. "Not only as a dancer, but also as a whole person. That is a big part of any successful career. Even if you're a really good dancer, if you can't figure out who you are, you just don't glow the same. I think you glow the most when everything is aligned; your dance, your personality, character, and your health, mentally and physically. Everything shows from the inside out, and when I figured this out, I definitely started to book more jobs."
Kawakami is rarely found relaxing at home between gigs and is constantly expanding her skillset and exploring new avenues of creative expression. "I love touring!! You get to see different cities and countries on top of doing a job you love." Kawakami said. "But I also love doing movies—I just played the new Bella in Pitch Perfect 3. I got to work with my favorite choreographer Aakomon Jones and also learned to act and took vocal lessons. Singing and dancing require extra energy, so we took boot camp classes at night to keep our shapes. The whole movie experience was so amazing, we got to shoot at the biggest aquarium in the states in front of huge whales and turtles! The process went by so quickly but I would do it all over again."
Kawakami's intoxicating mix of raw talent, striking good looks, dynamic moves and limitless enthusiasm for her work places the dancer in a league of her own, one where she has already achieved great success and stands poised to ascend ever higher in the entertainment world.
"Everything is connected," she said. "One experience fuels another, and that fuels another. It's a chain reaction. So if you experience a lot, your creative flow just becomes so smooth and colorful. Dance is my job but it always has also been my escape, it is like therapy to me. It helps me express things that I can't say with words, it is a nonverbal communication. It is art."
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Maria Akpan 'intoxicates' audiences with dancing talents
September 26, 2017 pressva Leave a comment
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Moving to music is an instinct for Maria Akpan. She always felt the need to dance, and her inspirations as a child were always those who were known around the world for their dancing abilities. Akpan is now recognized for her talent, and is one of Britain's best dancers. She does not just follow a beat, she uses her body to tell a story. Her delivery captivates audiences, and there is little doubt why she is in such high demand.
The highlight of Akpan's career came when honoring her idol Michael Jackson. As the lead dancer in Thriller Live, Akpan took audiences through the iconic artist's childhood, career, and life journey. Her skillset enhanced the show, and she was pivotal to its success, as she was in every single number.
Tribute shows are now a familiar experience for the dancer. She was not only the lead dancer, but also the choreographer for Prince's Revelation Tribute Show. Working with the popular singer Mark Anthony, she choreographed the entire performance. Dancing was the true visual essence of the show, and Akpan made that happen.
Not only does Akpan dance, but she also can cheerlead. She had a main role with the group The London Cheerleaders, always front and centre in their routines and promotional videos. Her talent and commitment to every project she takes on make her extremely sought after in the industry. She was the choreographer and lead dancer in the Funky Twinz featuring N. Kay music video "Entertain You", and she even worked with Shirlene Quigly, a former dancer for both Beyonce and Rihanna.
"Dance allows me to express myself in ways that conversations never do. Dance is something the makes me happy even at some of my saddest moments. It really does bring joy and freedom into my life," said Akpan.
In JayEss' "Intoxicated" music video, Akpan was once again featured doing what she does best: dancing. She was a lead dancer in the video, and had a charismatic solo piece. The dancing brought the storyline of the song to life. The video features different groups battling and then eventually coming together as a whole.
"What was it liked about working on this project was it got me to be creatively experimental, which is great when your hired as just a soloist on a gig, as it gets you to think on your feet and be more original," said Akpan.
Originally, Jayess had heard of Akpan's esteemed reputation and knew he wanted her on his video. At the time, he did not know how to get in touch with her, and spent a lot of time searching. After giving up, he eventually spotted Akpan at a talent search. He was ecstatic to finally find her. Akpan did not even have to audition. The entire team was impressed with her from the beginning.
"Maria is such a hard-working talent, she never settles for anything average and always wants more than 100 per cent. Her passion for arts and dance is like no other that I have ever seen before, and her hard work shows through in her work. Working with her, I know my vision of my song and music video was in the best and right hands. Maria is definitely unique, I would have her work for me again in no time," said Jablil Saheeb, also known as Jayess.
Akpan was a large part of the video's success, which has over 40,000 views on YouTube alone. Akpan was consistently approached about her dancing in the video, and she felt proud to be in such a project. She brought Jayess' version to life, as he wanted much more than just a normal music video. Akpan came up with original choreography on the spot, and danced completely alone for a part of the video.
Each dancer was given a different trait to embody in the video, and Akpan was given "peace". With every move she made, she exudes that trait in a peaceful and powerful way. There was no rehearsal time, so Akpan just did what came naturally. The results are inspiring.
"After hearing the concept of the music video, I knew I am wanted to be apart. Two groups one driven by negativity and the other driven by positivity. The two groups battling each other than overcoming their differences for the better, completely pulled me in," concluded Akpan.
Akpan is now fresh off many projects. She danced for Skepta at the 02 in London. She also was a part of Global 12 Festival, dancing for new soloist Kiara Marzella. In addition, she is taking her successful London dance class "#LinesNsaucewithmimi" international.
"I plan to take this class all over the world and inspire young women to believe in themselves, to achieve what they dream of, and to then succeed," she said.
In the meantime, be sure to check out Akpan is the "Intoxicated" video here.
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Jackson Williams talks dancing with Whitney Houston, Magic Mike Live, and living his dream
Jackson Williams is from Peterborough, England.
Coming from Peterborough, England, Jackson Williams never imagined that one day he would dance alongside the world's biggest stars. Growing up, he never thought he would be a dancer at all. He was always an athlete, playing rugby, soccer, swimming, and boxing, but it wasn't until he was a teenager, when he saw his sister dance, that he realized his passion. Since that moment, his passion turned into a talent, and a talent turned into a career.
Williams is fresh off touring the globe with pop-sensation Ellie Goulding and her Delirium World Tour. He previously toured with Kylie Minogue, Australia's most successful artist of all time, and Take That, the chart-topping boy band. He has appeared on Simon Cowell's show X Factor, and toured with the show, and was part of the Olympic Opening Ceremonies in London in 2012.
"This is the only job I've ever had. It is my twelfth year professionally. I love the excitement of being on stage. I'm a down to earth kind of guy, but there is something about having a personality on stage and you can be anyone you want and there is no judgement. I love performing," said Williams.
Despite touring with The Alesha Show and Girls Aloud previously, it was in 2009 when Williams truly shot into a different category of dancers, and was recognized as one of the best that the United Kingdom had to offer. This was when he went on tour with none other than Whitney Houston.
"It said a lot, having the statement that such a high caliber artist wanted to work with you. They could have chosen anyone in the country but they chose me. They thought I was a friendly person who worked hard. These people who had been around for years wanted me around them. They trusted me. And in terms of a dancer, it put my name on the block and I have stayed there. I was the main boy in the show with one other guy. We were Whitney's boys," said Williams.
The promo tour went all over Europe, and sadly ended up becoming Whitney Houston's last tour, as she tragically passed in three years later. Williams' knows he was one of the last dancers to ever perform with the legend, and he knows it is an honor.
"She was one of the greatest and I feel proud," he said. "She was a mega, mega, mega, mega, mega star. You are nervous, you are scared, and you are super excited, every kind of emotion. That first time that I was on stage, I got goosebumps when she hit a note. It was like I was cold but I was sweating. That had never happened to me before, and has never happened to me since. Humming, she still sounded better than anyone else in the world. She is the most incredible singer I have ever been on stage with. It is history. It is iconic."
Jerry Reeve, the celebrated choreographer that brought Williams on the tour, says he did so because he is one of the most highly desired dancers in the industry in the U.K., with extensive experience and unmatched talent.
"Jackson stands out on stage as a dancer of tremendous experience and flawless technique. His years of success have perfected his craft on stage and make every concert at which he dances an inevitable success. Jackson dances very vibrantly and elegantly and conveys various moods with his performances, from comedy to romance. He gives every production a unique personality with his very original footwork, while he showcases his prowess in numerous styles, ranging from ballet, to hip-hop, to jazz, keeping audiences captivated and excited. Jackson serves as a valuable asset to every production for which he dances and most definitely contributes to their successes in retaining high viewership and high-ticket sales. His sheer eclecticism is always highly rewarding, and it is always a unique pleasure to choreograph such a distinguished talent," said Reeve.
Reeve continues to seek out Williams for tours and shows he is putting together to this day, knowing that he possesses extraordinary abilities required to captivate audiences when he dances. For Williams, performing on Whitney Houston's tour was the first time he really started to just enjoy what he was doing, without thinking too much about it.
"You become one on stage. It becomes second nature. When you are singing in a car but you are still driving, that is what it is like. You are doing it but you are singing along to it, without thinking about the song, that is what it was like performing on stage. I was dancing but not thinking about each move. I just got to enjoy what I was doing and take it all in," said Williams.
And he hasn't stopped since. It seems unbelievable that there was once a time when he hid that he was dancing from his father, going to dance classes after soccer practice. Millions of people have seen him dance, and he will keep doing it until his body won't let him. With no plans on slowing down, the dancer will soon be taking part in Channing Tatum's Magic Mike Live in Las Vegas.
"If I was on my deathbed now, I lived a good life. I am quite chuffed," he concluded.
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Dancer Anton Engel talks the BBC Music Awards, Magic Mike Live, and doing what he loves
Anton Engel at the BBC Music Awards.
Last month, dancer Anton Engel performed for millions dancing at the BBC Music Awards. The experience was not necessarily new for the young dancer, who has been featured on many broadcasts in his established career, but it was thrilling none-the-less.
The show, which premiered December 16th, 2016, featured Britain's best musical talent. Engel knew what being picked as a dancer for the show meant, and would not let the pressure of performing on live television interfere with his job.
"It is always a great feeling to have such a big audience in the auditorium and at the same time watching you on the television live. The crowd was absolutely amazing," said Engel. "We made sure we knew our material inside out so that we could would only focus on delivering a great performance and presence on stage."
Engel, who is also a model, was given the opportunity with the show to really focus on his appearance on stage. He was playing the role as both a dancer and model, with the responsibility of accompanying the presenters on stage with the right timing and elegance. They needed a model who would be able to take direction from a director very quickly regarding counts, placement, timing and movement. Coming from a dancing background, this was not an issue for him.
"It can be very stressful, but at the same time it is what I love. It was all about having a good quality of movement with an elegant and jazzy walk," said Engel.
The ceremony, being one of the largest music shows in the world, had an average audience of 3.9 million people watching live on BBC One. Engel worked closely with the world-renowned team at Black Skull Creative productions, including Ross Nicholson, Dan Shipton, and choreographer Jay Revell.
"Anton will always present a great final product while keeping a professional approach to it during the process. It is always a pleasure to work with Anton, since I know that my work is in good hands. He has always delivered a great performance with a personal touch that only Anton can create. His performance quality is very original and pleasant to watch while his energetic and positive personality stays very enjoyable to work with," said Revell.
Originally from the countryside in Switzerland, in a small town called Ballen, Engel has come a long way. He has performed for the British royal family, danced with worldwide top-charting group Fifth Harmony, toured with the sensational glamor group The Dreamboys, and been featured on Alan Carr's New Year Specstacular. No matter how big or small his job is, he is always doing what he is truly passionate about.
"Dancing is something that I have always enjoyed. I feel like I can express myself in a way that words would not be enough. It's that moment where you and the music become one and everything around you stops. The dance world is such a nice atmosphere, when you meet a dancer you have a lot you can relate to since you are sharing the same passion and have the honor to experience the feelings that dancing can give you. Being lucky enough to have an audience to share my passion with is the best feeling ever," said Engel.
Engel grew up speaking three languages: German with his mother, Swedish with his father and French at school and with friends. At 13, he and his friends formed a competitive breakdancing group. He moved to Sweden by himself at the age of 16 to study dancing. At 19, he moved to London to live his dream of being a professional dancer. He is now 23 years old and have a critical place in the dance and fashion industries all over the United Kingdom, and will soon be making his way to Vegas to dance in Channing Tatum's Magic Mike Live.
"The feeling of knowing that I will be moving to Las Vegas working for Magic Mike is unreal, I still can't believe it. I am constantly thinking about it and it puts a smile on my face. Knowing that I will be performing for thousands of people in the iconic Hard Rock Café in Vegas is a dream coming true," he said. "It is a huge change of lifestyle for me and I'm looking forward to it. I feel like It is time for a new chapter in my life and I have never felt so ready."
Engel will be working alongside the director, Channing Tatum, as well as choreographer and co-director Alison Faulk, who choreographed the Magic Mike films with Tatum. He will also work with choreographer Luke Broadlick, associate choreographer and director Teresa Espinosa, and all the other professional dancers in the show. But for Engel, it is just another opportunity to do what he loves.
"When I dance I feel like everything around me stops. All my thoughts and worries are put to the side and I can enjoy life and the moment. The feeling of you being overtaken by dance, whether it is you just improvising, performing on live TV or for a big audience, the feelings and the way it makes your body feel there is nothing else like it," he concluded.
You can buy tickets to Magic Mike Live here.
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Keanu Uchida: "dance cannot ever cease to be part of me"
August 25, 2016 pressva Leave a comment
Keanu Uchida has been dancing since he was four years old. At that age, it is easy to do what you are told, and not what you love. But for him, that was definitely not the case.
Uchida was born and raised in Ottawa, the capital of Canada, and is now known on both the stage and the screen as a dancer. He has been recognized on an international platform, and has been awarded for his abilities. However, he does not dance for the recognition he now receives but rather because it is his passion. "Wherever life takes me I will always turn my gaze to dance and to what it offers me. For me, that is what pursuit of a life in dance consists of," he said. "I don't think there was ever a formative moment leading me to pursue a life in dance. Rather, there may have been a gradual realization that dance cannot ever cease to be part of me. Everything varies, especially my understanding and appreciation of dance. But what doesn't is its consistency: it has always offered a safe headspace, an escape from reality, or what I perceive to be real for that matter. I'm always guaranteed a fresh slate of exploration and a resultant discovery process when I dance."
Uchida's first performance was at the age of five, when he began his journey into competitive dance. Since that time, he has had many achievements. In July of 2011, Uchida was awarded the title of Teen Male Dancer of the Year at the American Dance Awards. This international dance title competition was held in Boston, Massachusetts and congregates title winners from across the USA, Canada and South Africa. The dancers engage in an opening number choreography and are judged in audition classes before the Teen Title evening, where each dancer has a chance to compete his solo. Uchida was crowned at the end of the night for his unique Charlie Chaplin inspired solo "Charlie". As a winner Uchida was invited to be featured in the title winner opening number the following year. He also participated in the collaborative group dance highlighting the 2011 Dancers of the Year.
Uchida's affiliation with The Dance Awards has brought him many opportunities. It serves as the international summer event for JUMP, NUVO and 24/7 Dance Conventions. Hundreds of winners from the regional events of these conventions met in NYC to compete for the "Best Dancer Competition". Uchida competed in a week of heavy audition process, opening number rehearsal, improvisation and solo performance. After a first round of performances he was invited to compete in the top ten solo improvisation competition. He was then selected to be among the top 3 senior males, all hailing from Toronto, Canada. After one last performance, Uchida was awarded the title of Senior Male Best Dancer on the final gala evening. Along with a $1500 prize, he was invited to tour with the regional conventions the following year. He was given the opportunity to tour with many of the most recognized choreographers in the industry, to name a few: Travis Wall, Mia Michaels, Mandy Moore, Sonia Tayeh, Stacey Tookey, Jason Parsons, Lauren Adams, Teddy Forance, Nick Lazzarini, Misha Gabriel and Al Blackstone.
"Dance is my medium to explore as a dancer. You are able to reflect on everything as you would regularly. You dance out of joy, through the sorrow, you dance to question and to speak out. I'm fortunate to dance because I can feel a lot of ways and not need the rhetoric to convey," said Uchida.
Last spring, Uchida had the opportunity to play a vital role in the workshop process of the new Toronto original equine production Dancer. Mounted by Cats producer Marlene Smith and John Mckellar, this musical features some of Canada's most talented contemporary dancers and internationally recognized artist Stacey Tookey. Uchida was casted as Northern Dancer, the principle of the performance. The show is expected to debut during spring 2017 at Toronto's Elgin Theatre, one of Canada's most revered performance locations.
Despite this, one of Uchida's all time performances was a personal creation, his solo entitled Spark.
"For this I put together a musical piece with my percussion skills and then filtered the music with movement. To perform this dance was incredibly personal and empowering. It was a then-and-there reminder of what it means to be a dancer and why it can never cease to be part of me," he said.
Uchida's career has been filled with success. In 2013, he was asked to attend the Juilliard Summer intensive, which he describes as one of the best experiences to date.
"Forty-four dancers were selected to participate in this three-week experience. I was the only selected Canadian. Every morning we were lead through a ballet or men's ballet, and modern class, followed through with anatomy, music, improvisation technique, yoga, partnering, and given a chance to work with a selected choreographer in the evening to create a ten-minute work," he said. "The talent and the assortment of knowledge and experience among the dancers was riveting."
Jason Parsons, choreographer and teacher at the international Nuvo Dance Convention, believes that Uchida's fearlessness, curiosity, and humility make him a fantastic dancer: "I like Keanu for his work ethic, and for what he brings into the dance space as both an artist and mover," said Parsons. "I've been fortunate to witness his choices and the development of his creative mind over time in my classes. I'm inspired to get the opportunity to work with such an open and inspired soul."
JUMP choreographer and Capezio ACE award winner of 2015 Kirsten Russell has worked with Uchida both on and off stage, and believes he has outstanding abilities. "Working with Keanu is a privilege. He lights up any room with his humble spirit and positive attitude. I admire him for many reasons, but mostly because he is always putting forward his best possible effort no matter the situation. Never complaining, always listening, and extremely thankful for any opportunity that comes his way. I wish I could work with him more often, as he brings out the best in me while I am on the job. He is the definition of professional," described Rusell. "Keanu began assisting me almost a year ago, and had never taken my class before he was dancing on stage with me. He not only adapts to choreography very quickly, but he also executes movement exactly how it's given unless asked otherwise. Any correction given, he is the first to apply it. This fact alone makes him not only good at what he does, but extremely smart at what he does. He is one of the most talented dancers in North America, and anyone would be lucky to work with him."
For Uchida, dance also acts as a type of therapy, helping him in tough situations.
"Despite the fluctuations of my life I am consistently able to come back to dance and, as mentioned, dance through it all," he said. "I think the most comfort comes in that I always have a safe haven of exploration. I'm able to learn from the hardships and face them with dance."
"I've gradually fallen in love with performance," he concluded. "It makes me feel like no other; to embody, to reenact, to feel in front of an audience and share this stream of information is something quite special."
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Tate McRae: The Canadian Triple Threat to Watch
December 3, 2015 Samantha E. Pineda Leave a comment
Tate McRae shot by Chris Reilly Photography
The ultra talented Tate McRae is a dream for any casting director. The 12 year old Canadian actor possesses multiple skills; aside from acting as the character voice of Spot Splatter Splash on the popular Nickelodeon series Lalaloopsy, McRae is also a singer and professional dancer.
While watching dance classes at her mother's studio early on in life McRae knew without a doubt that she had an infatuation for performing. By the time she was 6, McRae enrolled in her first ballet class. It didn't take long for her to realize that dancing was something she had a God-given talent for; and, by the tender age of 8, McRae was absolutely captivated by dancing as she prepared to perform at her first Dance Nationals competition in New York City.
McRae has garnered much praise and attention for her mesmerizing abilities as a dancer including a slew of awards such as Mini Best Dancer at the Dance Awards in NYC in 2013 and the Silver Medal Solo Winner at the 2015 YAGP Finals in NYC.
In fact, McRae's confidence in dancing and the sheer exposure it has brought her has been a huge factor in catapulting her career as an actress.
"I got into acting through my dancing and singing. I love musical theater and had to learn to develop characters for my songs. Then, the same day I got an agent I booked a job doing voice-overs for the show Lalaloopsy!" says McRae.
Lalaloopsy is an animated TV series on the Nickelodeon network and is based on the lives of a group of dolls living in Lalaloopsyland. McRae voiced the character Spot Splatter Splash for 17 episodes. The show's success led to a few spin-off videos including Lalaloopsy Ponies: The Big Show (2014) and Lalaloopsy: Band Together (2015), in which McRae reprised her role as Spot.
"It is hard recording voice-overs. You are the only one in the recording booth and there are lots of people online from the states directing you. I usually got a 30-page script 1 to 2 days before we recorded, so you have to go through it and figure out how your expression is going to be," says McRae.
McRae's excitement and drive to perform voice-over work led her to play additional characters in other Lalaloopsy projects. She played Nutmeg in Lala-oopsies: A Sew Magical Tale (2013) and the role of Harmony in the Lalaloopsy DS Game, her favorite role to date.
Her experience on TV helped McRae land several other jobs including a Toyota commercial and music videos for the song 'Rule the World' by the band Walk off the Earth. You can check out her incredible dancing skills alongside dancer Myles Erlick in the WOTE music video below.
Working with big names in the dance industry such as Travis Wall from the Emmy award winning show So You Think You Can Dance, and famous choreographer Blake McGrath (Dance Moms, Dancelife) has greatly increased exposure in the entertainment industry for McRae. Having such close friends with extensive connections, coupled with the triple threat talent she already possesses can only help broaden McRae's opportunities in the future.
McRae continues to work on projects that incorporate her love of both dancing and singing along with acting, as well as focus more time on modeling and commercial work. She has already modeled for a few clothing lines such as Miss Behave Girls, Schatzi, and Capezio.
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Not to be confused with the singer Anne Sofie von Otter.
Anne-Sophie Mutter performs in Berlin, Germany in October 2013
(1963-06-29) 29 June 1963 (age 56)
Rheinfelden, Baden-Württemberg, West Germany
Musical career
Emiliani Stradivarius 1703
Lord Dunn-Raven Stradivarius 1710
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Anne-Sophie Mutter (born 29 June 1963) is a German violinist. She was supported early in her career by Herbert von Karajan, and has had several works composed especially for her, by Sebastian Currier, Henri Dutilleux, Sofia Gubaidulina, Witold Lutosławski, Norbert Moret, Krzysztof Penderecki, André Previn, Wolfgang Rihm,[1] John Williams and others.
3 Repertoire
7 Awards and recognition
Mutter was born in the German town of Rheinfelden, which lies some 15 km East of Basel on the northern bank of the High Rhine river, across which lies the Swiss town of the same name. She began playing the piano at the age of five, and shortly afterwards took up the violin. Inspired by a recording of violinists Yehudi Menuhin and Wilhelm Furtwängler, she began studying with Erna Honigberger, a pupil of Carl Flesch. After Honigberger's death she continued her studies with Aida Stucki at the Winterthur Conservatory.[2]
Mutter's playing began to receive attention and she stopped attending school to devote herself full-time to music. Conductor Herbert von Karajan arranged for her to play with the Berlin Philharmonic. Only 13 years old at the time, she made her public debut on stage in 1976 at the Lucerne Festival, where she played Mozart's Violin Concerto No. 4 in D major. In 1977, she performed at the Salzburg Festival and with the English Chamber Orchestra conducted by Daniel Barenboim. At 15, Mutter made her first recording of the Mozart Third and Fifth violin concerti with Karajan and the Berlin Philharmonic.[2]
In 1980, Mutter made her American debut with the New York Philharmonic under Zubin Mehta. In 1985, at the age of 22, she was made an honorary fellow of the Royal Academy of Music (London) and head of its faculty of international violin studies and in 1986 an honorary member.[3] In 1988, she made a grand tour of Canada and the United States, playing for the first time at Carnegie Hall. In 1998 she played and recorded for CD and DVD the complete set of Beethoven's Violin Sonatas, accompanied by Lambert Orkis; these were broadcast on television in many countries.
Repertoire[edit]
Though her repertoire includes many classical works, Mutter is particularly known for her performances of contemporary music. Several pieces have been specially written for or dedicated to her, including Henri Dutilleux's Sur le même accord, Krzysztof Penderecki's Second Violin Concerto, Witold Lutosławski's Chain 2 and the orchestral version of Partita, and Wolfgang Rihm's Gesungene Zeit ("Time Chant"), Lichtes Spiel, and Dyade. In August 2007, she premiered Sofia Gubaidulina's Violin Concerto No. 2 "In tempus praesens." She has received various prizes, including several Grammys.
In October 2006, on French television, Mutter appeared to indicate that she would be retiring when she turned 45, in 2008.[4] However the following month she said that her words were "misinterpreted" and that she would continue to play as long as she felt she could "bring anything new, anything important, anything different to music".[5]
Mutter is known for appearing on stage wearing elegant strapless gowns. Mutter found that fabric was too slippery to provide the traction that she needed while playing.[6]
She also received advice on her appearance from Karajan who insisted she have her hair styled and that she "go to Paris and get a decent dress". Around 18 years of age she purchased a few dresses (on sale) from Chanel and had them shortened: "That's when my love for custom-made started". She has also worn Givenchy. She used to wear John Galliano of Dior, but severed ties after an "anti-Semitic outburst".[6] She currently wears dresses by Nicholas Oakwell.[7] Mutter prefers red, orange and green colors because they match her Stradivarius violin.[6]
Instruments[edit]
She owns two Stradivarius violins: The Emiliani of 1703, and the Lord Dunn-Raven Stradivarius of 1710. She also owns a Finnigan-Klaembt dated 1999 and a Regazzi dated 2005.[8] Discussing her Stradivariuses, Mutter has said:[2]
A Stradivari is always special as a piece of sublime craftsmanship, but what sets these instruments apart is their capacity to carry even the softest of pianissimos to the very last row of any hall. I particularly love the unlimited scope of colours my violin is able to show, as well as the tiger-like roaring G-string … It is the best instrument I could have, with its own personality. But it is sensitive to abrupt temperature changes—well, it is 300 years old.
In 1989, Mutter married her first husband, Detlef Wunderlich, with whom she had two children, Arabella and Richard. Wunderlich died of cancer in 1995.[9] She dedicated her 1999 recording, Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, to his memory.[10] She married the pianist and conductor André Previn in 2002.[11] The couple divorced in 2006,[12] but continued to collaborate musically and maintained their friendship.[13]
Awards and recognition[edit]
Grammy Award for Best Chamber Music Performance:
Anne-Sophie Mutter and Lambert Orkis for Beethoven: The Violin Sonatas (Nos. 1-3, Op. 12; Nos. 1-3, Op. 30; "Spring" Sonata) (2000)
Grammy Award for Best Instrumental Soloist(s) Performance (with orchestra):
Anne-Sophie Mutter and André Previn (conductor) for Previn: Violin Concerto "Anne-Sophie"/Bernstein: Serenade (2005)
Anne-Sophie Mutter, Krzysztof Penderecki (conductor) and the London Symphony Orchestra for Penderecki: Violin Concerto No. 2, Metamorphosen (1999)
Anne-Sophie Mutter, James Levine (conductor) and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra for Berg: Violin Concerto/Rihm: Time Chant (1994)
Naming of Anne-Sophie-Mutter-Weg in Wehr, Baden-Württemberg (Eng: Anne-Sophie Mutter way) (27 August 1988)[14]
Order of Merit of Baden-Württemberg (1999)
Austrian Cross of Honour for Science and Art (1999)[15]
Sonning Award (2001; Denmark)
Bavarian Maximilian Order for Science and Art (2002)
Herbert von Karajan Music Prize (Baden-Baden, 2003)[16]
Knight of the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres (2005)
Victoires de la Musique Classique (2006)
Grand Decoration of Honour for Services to the Republic of Austria (2007)[17]
Ernst von Siemens Music Prize (2008)
Mendelssohn Prize (Music category) (Leipzig, 2008)
Merit Cross 1st Class of the Federal Republic of Germany (Verdienstkreuz 1. Klasse) (2009)
Chevalier de la Legion d'honneur (France, 2009) for her commitment to the works of contemporary music by French
Echo Klassik as Instrumentalist (2009)
European St. Ulrichs Prize (July 2009)
Doctor Honoris Causa from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (2010)[18]
Prize of the Cultural Foundation of Dortmund
Brahms Prize (Brahms Society of Schleswig-Holstein, 2011)
Atlantic Council Distinguished Artistic Leadership Award (2012)[19]
Bavarian Order of Merit
Cultural Honour of the City of Munich
Honorary Member of the Royal Academy of Music
Erich Fromm Prize for her comprehensive social work (2011)[20]
Gustav Adolf Prize of Gustav-Adolf-Werk of the Evangelical Church in Hesse-Nassau for her socially diaconal commitment[21]
The Medal of the Lutosławski Centennial (January 25, 2013) [22]
Named a Foreign Honorary Member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences (April 2013)[23]
Echo Klassik 2014 for the album 'Dvořák'
Named an Honorary Fellow of Keble College, Oxford [24]
11th Yehudi Menuhin Prize from the Foundation Albeniz (2016) [25]
Medalla de Oro al Merito en las bellas Artes (2016) [26]
Gold Medal for Merit to Culture – Gloria Artis (2018)[27]
Polar Music Prize (2019)[28]
Praemium Imperiale (2019)[29]
^ Carnegie Hall Playbill, November 11, 2014, p. 38.
^ a b c "LSO International Violin Festival: Meet Anne-Sophie Mutter". Retrieved 1 August 2019.
^ "Honorary Members of the Royal Academy of Music (Oct.14, 2009)". Royal Academy of Music. 14 October 2009. Retrieved 14 October 2009.
^ Perkins, David (2006-11-14). "Mutter still takes her music seriously". Boston Globe. Retrieved 2008-05-03. Yes, yes, I said it. It is my plan to stop when I reach my 45th birthday.
^ Brookes, Stephen (19 November 2006). "Violinist Mutter, Revving Her Motor". Washington Post. Retrieved 2006-11-21.
^ a b c Hoffman, Barbara (March 1, 2018). "Why this violinist only wears strapless ball gowns". New York Post. Retrieved 1 August 2019.
^ "Violinist.com interview with Anne-Sophie Mutter". Violinist.com. Retrieved 18 January 2018.
^ Kjemtrup, Inge (January 2006). "Goddess with a Gift". Strings (135). Every tragedy, or every really wonderful moment in your life, changes you as a person, and hopefully makes you a better person, more sensible, more sensitive, more caring — more thankful for life.
^ Liner Notes, Vivaldi: The Four Seasons (Deutsche Grammophon, 1999): 3.
^ "Previn weds Anne-Sophie Mutter". BBC News. 4 August 2002.
^ "Conductor André Previn to divorce". BBC News. 21 August 2006.
^ Barbara Jepson (2008-11-25). "The Reigning Diva of the Violin Embraces Contemporary Music". Wall Street Journal. Retrieved 2014-12-16.
^ Obermeyer, Justus (27 August 2018). "Wie Anne-Sophie Mutter vor 30 Jahren Ehrenbürgerin von Wehr wurde". Südkurier (in German). Konstanz. Retrieved 25 August 2019.
^ "Reply to a parliamentary question" (PDF). Parlament.gv.at (in German). p. 1266. Retrieved 24 January 2013.
^ "Anne-Sophie Mutter wins top award". BBC News. 15 June 2003.
^ "News in brief - Gemini - Research news from NTNU and SINTEF". Ntnu.no. Archived from the original on 23 February 2013. Retrieved 18 January 2018.
^ "IEFG Award Ceremony 2011". Youtube.com (in German). Retrieved 18 January 2018.
^ "Anne-Sophie Mutter erhält Gustav-Adolf-Preis". Klassik Magazin. 2011-11-22. Retrieved 2014-12-16.
^ "Towarzystwo im. Witolda Lutosławskiego". NLutoslawski.org.pl. Retrieved 18 January 2018.
^ "Press Releases - American Academy of Arts & Sciences". Amacad.org. Retrieved 18 January 2018.
^ "Anne-Sophie Mutter celebrates Keble Honorary Fellowship". Keble.ox.ac.uk. Retrieved 18 January 2018.
^ "Fundación Albéniz. Otros programas. Premio Yehudi Menuhin". Fundacionalbeniz.com. Retrieved 18 January 2018.
^ "Medalla de Oro al Mérito en las Bellas Artes". Elmundo.es. Retrieved 18 January 2018.
^ "Lista laureatów medalu Zasłużony Kulturze - Gloria Artis". www.mkidn.gov.pl. Retrieved 17 June 2018.
^ Snapes, Laura (13 February 2019). "Grandmaster Flash and Anne-Sophie Mutter win 2019 Polar Music prize". The Guardian. London. Retrieved 14 February 2019.
^ Cullingford, Martin (17 September 2019). "Anne-Sophie Mutter receives Praemium Imperiale Award". Gramophone. London. Retrieved 17 September 2019.
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Thursday Roundup: The Reign to remain at Memorial Stadium for 2019
Allison Lee
Also in today's roundup, FIFA U-20 World Cup quarterfinal results and Michaela Hahn announces her retirement.
Memorial Stadium will remain the home venue of the Seattle Reign in 2019.
Memorial Stadium will continue to be the home of the Seattle Reign for the 2019 season, according to a report published Thursday by Sounder at Heart.
The team's lease with the stadium, owned by Seattle Public Schools, was originally set to expire at the end of the current season, but owner Bill Predmore said that the school district had agreed to extend their lease for another season.
"We are excited to return for our sixth season in Memorial Stadium and are appreciative of the new scoreboard and other investments in the stadium recently made by Seattle Public Schools," Predmore said.
Greetings from Memorial Stadium where ? AT THAT BRAND NEW VIDEO BOARD. pic.twitter.com/JcJJMIJWI4
— Ride of the Valkyries (@rovalks) August 5, 2018
A renovation of Memorial Stadium was previously announced as part of a plan to revitalize Seattle Center, which also included a renovation of Key Arena in hopes of attracting other professional sports franchises, specifically in the NHL and NBA, to the city. However, those plans seem to be on hold as an update this May centered on securing funding for the project.
The long-term goal for the Reign is to eventually move to a venue that will present the team with a more professional gameday experience and playing conditions.
"While fans and players have generally been understanding of Memorial Stadium's rustic charm and history, we share their interest and ambition to someday play in a stadium capable of supporting a world-class experience," Predmore added.
"Our players and fans deserve it, and as the league continues to grow and evolve, a modern stadium will be necessary for us to remain competitive on and off the pitch."
Spain, France advance to U-20 World Cup semifinals
The first two quarterfinals of the FIFA U-20 World Cup were played on Thursday, with Spain and France defeating Nigeria and Korea DPR respectively to advance to the semifinal round of the tournament.
Spain 2-1 Nigeria: Two goals in the first half and a strong defensive showing in the second were enough to earn Spain their first ever trip to the U-20 World Cup semis. Captain Aitana Bonmati struck first for the European side, scoring with a left-footed shot struck from the edge of the Nigerian box in the 12th minute. Patri Guijarro then doubled Spain's lead after getting on the end of a free kick by Maite Oroz to score from close range. The goal was Guijarro's fifth of the tournament.
Nigeria were able to prevent the shutout in the 56th minute courtesy of a goal from Peace Efih. Efih made a run towards goal before passing to Rasheedat Ajibabe on the left, but Spain netminder Catalina Coll made the diving stop. In doing so, however, she sent the ball right into Efih's path, and the unmarked Nigerian easily sent the ball home into an empty net. Although the Super Falconets were able to get one goal back, they were unable to find a late equalizer and were eliminated.
France 1-0 Korea DPR: The hosts continued their undefeated tournament streak with a 1-0 quarterfinal win over North Korea. The lone goal of the match was scored in the 28th minute from the penalty spot after North Korea's Ri Pom-Hyang was whistled for handling the ball inside the box. Amelie Delabre converted the spot kick for the game-winning goal, her fourth of the tournament.
The result was France's third consecutive shutout of the tournament and sends them to Monday's semifinal, where they will take on Spain. The last two quarterfinal matches will be played on Friday, with England squaring off against the Netherlands before Germany takes on Japan.
Michaela Hahn announces retirement
The Houston Dash announced on Thursday that midfielder Michaela Hahn had officially retired from professional soccer. The move is to allow Hahn to return to her alma mater, Florida State, where she will pursue her Master's degree in sports management. She will also be working with her collegiate team, with whom she won the 2014 national title, during their fall season.
Hahn was acquired by Houston as a discovery player back in January but has failed to make an appearance for the Dash during her time with the club. She returned to the NWSL after a season playing abroad for Apollon Ladies FC in Cyprus. She played her rookie season with the Western New York Flash after being selected as the No. 9 overall pick in the 2016 season. She went on to score one goal in 13 appearances with the Flash during their NWSL Championship-winning season.
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In July of 2010, I shot my first NYC wedding for Matt and Di on a rooftop of Rockefeller Center in Manhattan. When Matt contacted me to ask if I would be interested in working with a friend of his for proposal photographs, I of course said yes. I know that friends of my clients must be awesome by the transitive property of awesomeness.
Moments before they were to get to the bridge and Jaren would propose, a tour bus of people came to the bridge to take photos, chat, enjoy the scenery, and in one lady's case to begin pre-run stretching in a hot pink jacket exactly where Terry was to be positioned to meet Jaren & Mary Beth.
Thankfully, moments before they were to arrive, the crowds thinned leaving only Terry and me on the bridge as Jaren and Mary Beth arrived. Moments later, at the conclusion of an emotional proposal, Mary Beth said yes, leaving nothing for Jaren to do but stand up and embrace his new fiance.
One of my other wedding clients, Richard, sent Tony and Helen my way for their City Hall wedding in New York. Tony and Helen were pure joy to work with, and were open to everything I suggested for their wedding. Rather than let the time after their wedding go to waste, we opted to do a mini-tour of New York and get some great photos of them along the way. From City Hall, we stopped at the Oculus where congratulations abounded while we did a few portraits from the main staircase.
Following that, we got metro cards for them and headed to Brooklyn on the A train, where we all got a few minutes of much needed seat time. After visiting a coffee shop for a quick pick-me-up, we boarded the East River Ferry so they could see the unforgettable Manhattan skyline, and so I could get a few more portraits. Just as our time together was wrapping up, a storm rolled over Manhattan while I watched Tony and Helen duck into a cab back to their hotel.
Recently, when working with clients for a portrait session, I've been advising against my longest portrait session option, which comes in at 2.5 - 3 hours of photography. Some people actually do want this much time, and do need it, but for the most part I have found that my clients are more engaged and excited at the beginning of the session.
As an example of what can be done in a quick session, I have a selection of shots from my session with Erin. Erin wanted a new LinkedIn profile picture, as well as some more portrait-y type photos for herself. Also, because she's good like that, she had a few printed up and sent to mom for Mother's day. My mom is still waiting on the portraits she requested of me back in 2007. Oops.
We met around 6pm, wrapped up just before 7pm, and never strayed more than 2 blocks from my office. In that short window of time, we were able to get some fun photos, some LinkedIn options, and never had to break a sweat. In a new first for me, Erin also got a "hey there!" from a G train conductor in the form of a horn blow and a smile as the train passed.
For several years now, I've donated a portrait session to CRUX, an LGBT Rock Climbing group in New York City, to auction off. Sean won the auction, and used his session as his and Dan's engagement session. For the days leading up to their session, we knew rain was a possibility. Fortunately for us (or so we thought) the day of their session the weather forecast changed, and we were to have partly cloudy to cloudy skies. Of course, the weather didn't get that memo, and moments after we arrived on location, the bottom fell out. Sean and Dan were true sports about it, and worked with my crazy ideas to incorporate the rain in their photos as we walked from one covered space to the next. In the end, I think the rain made the photos that much better, and gave Sean and Dan something to remember when they look back on their engagement portraits.
Taylor and Tim, and their dog Roger, have been busy this summer making the most of summer life. Thankfully for me, they're patient and have been quietly waiting on me to get their slideshow video put together. They're happy with how the slideshow turned out, which in turn means so am I!


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At age 11, Jeffrey Bowen made his first public performance by playing "The Entertainer" for a dinner at his local church. His career has been in music ever since. Playing in landmark venues with incredibly talented people through his life, he has spent years crafting songs from personal experiences.
Sure to be a crowd-pleaser! Come enjoy the piano bar atmosphere complete with table seating and with Jeff at the piano right on the floor with guests.


As followers of the One who promised, "You shall know the truth and the truth shall set you free" (John 8:32), we eagerly seek the truth.
We are deeply concerned that any possible irregular or unethical actions in delegate elections, preparations, credentialing, or voting at the 2019 Special Session of General Conference could undermine the integrity of its work or hinder the witness of The United Methodist Church (UMC).
Recent credible reports of possible voting violations provide an opportunity for the UMC to demonstrate commitment to an open book approach with full confidence that the truth sets us free for faithful ministry.
We are mindful that the Commission on General Conference has authorized a task force of its members "to address matters related to credentialing, voting and other systemic issues of the 2019 special session." With all due respect for the Commission's work, given the serious nature of accusations related to voting at the highly polarized St. Louis session, the circumstances require an independent investigation.
We urge the Commission on General Conference in consultation with the Council of Bishops to name and authorize an independent team of persons with appropriate investigatory, legal, and related professional expertise.
We urge all delegates to the 2019 Special Session of General Conference to join in calling for the investigation and to promptly report any concerns about actions prior to or during the General Conference to the independent team once named.
The independent team should issue their report to the Commission on General Conference and the Council of Bishops no later than November 2019 along with any recommended changes in rules and processes.
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"The rider looks great. It's nice to see a different animal compared to the usual water characters. Ivy could recognise it straight away & tell me what it was."
"It makes a revving noise, but Ivy mostly enjoyed placing the dog in the rider & taking it off again. It worked well at keeping her entertained."
"Making great engine noises when it touches the water, this little dog will save you a job at bath time."
Bath time meets race time, with this fun floating dog & wave rider. As well as the racing engine sounds, he also barks to show just how much he loves being in the bath!
The good news is that they only work when they are in the water, too. Bath time fun that stays in the bath, phew.


I am proud to say that my book on bees is officially off to the publishing ring. Estimated release: spring of 2016!!
It's been a very interesting experience, for sure. Exciting, frustrating, the works. Some of you may remember my post Successes and Hurdles, (name says it all).
Now that the book has moved out of my hands for now, I thought I'd give a little insight on things to expect if you ever write for a book packaging company/educational series.
I can't speak for all companies or all experiences of course. But this was mine.
Background: This is work for pay. There are no royalties and I will not OWN the work. I wrote the book. They paid me. In this particular contract I will be displayed as the author (umm… YAY!). But all contracts are different.
Basically, I was told, we want you to write a book on bees as bioindicators. Then I was given lots of formal information about how long, formatting, voice, chapter breakdown, side bars etc. But not much information on what they were looking for in the MEAT of the actual book.
I took this to mean I had lots of flexibility!!
My first draft came back basically saying "Nope. Actually, we're looking for something else".
This was a real hurdle for me as you may remember. In retrospect, I would have spent far less time on the first draft, and maybe pushed for feedback on exactly what their vision was.
There were a few official deliverables, and of course I received notes and was asked for revisions on them. But outside of that, there were multiple other times I was asked for revisions, and sometimes they needed it back within a few days!
Oh, and be ready to line up and massacre those sweet little darlings.
Educational series like this is not the place for overly personal voice. It needs to be professional and informative while still engaging the reader.
I honestly spent just as much time (or more!) researching as I did writing. These books are FULL of information. I mean, CHUCK full. I couldn't believe how much detail they wanted for a 4500-word book for 4th graders.
I read books. I watched movies. I talked to hobbyists and professionals. I went to meetings. I interviewed state workers.
Any issue that was presented in the book, I talked to people and researched BOTH sides. It was incredibly important to me to paint a balanced picture. One that presents the information and helps the readers develop their own thoughts, instead of telling them what those thoughts should be.
BE GENUINELY INTERESTED IN THE TOPIC!
I was lucky. Getting bees was actually something my husband and I had been talking about for months. It was a topic I am extremely interested in.
Honestly, right now, if the company contacted me and asked me to write a book on a topic I have little interest in, my answer would be no. I would say that I'm not the right person to write the book, and I wouldn't be able to do it justice.
And that would be hard. A part of my brain would scream, WHAT?!!! You're turning down the opportunity to write a book, a PUBLISHSED BOOK??!!!
But it would be the right call.
All in all, I had a great experience. I hope I have the opportunity to do it again, taking with me everything I learned.
And man… bees are even more interesting than I had originally thought!
I will continue to keep you posted on the goings on from here.
… our manuscripts are worth it!
Erika, Thank you for another great post and thanks for sharing your journey with your book. We all enjoy your posts.
So interesting! Thanks so much for sharing your experience, Erika!
Thanks for a summary of your "work for hire" experience Erica. Wasn't sure of all that is involved in saying "yes" to such a job. Congratulations of your bookl! would love to feature you on my blog when you get ready to do a "book tour".
Thanks for sharing this story, Erika. It really is great of you to share this and give an insight into this particular writing experience. Congratulations on getting it done.


Anna Wintour's darlings continue to grace the cover of Vogue and her latest conquest is Amal Clooney, who fronts the May 2018 issue, photographed by Vogue regular Annie Leibovitz. Along with the magazine's fashion director, Tonne Goodman, Leibovitz takes us inside the Clooneys' English home for an intimate cover shoot. In the newsstand cover image (below), this year's Met Gala host flashes a warm and inviting smile, wearing a bright pink Alexander McQueen dress.
Unfortunately, Amal's debut Vogue cover wasn't enough to earn the seal of approval from our forum members. "I love Amal but this cover is awful!! It looks like a random catalog!" expressed nastassia the second the cover came to light.
"Is it on purpose US Vogue looks more like a lifestyle than a fashion magazine most of the time?" asked celloiof.
"People magazine is that you?" forum member MDNA quipped, suggesting the cover image wasn't worthy of Vogue.
"So basic and dull, no creativity at all. Fashion is supposed to be inspiring, what exactly is this?" MerissaV questioned.
"She's a gorgeous woman, but that shot is like a red carpet candid. Down with Leibovitz!" proclaimed russianelf.
Care to see more from Amal's cover shoot? Check it out and voice your own opinion here.