For the Luv of It Inspiration
Sunday January 17th, 2010
Michael J Fox Theatre
Doors @ 5:00 Show @ 5:30
For Tickets go to www.ticketweb.ca
or call 1 – 888-222‑6608
Omar Khan
Omar Khan is a veritable artist. Whether he is composing and singing, hosting shows, or
photographing he always loves what he does. Omar will be both performing and co-hosting the show.
Diamonds In The Rough
This female Hip Hop group was founded by Darylle Johnson & Natasha Gorrie. As an outlet for their creative visions, Diamonds hopes to inspire others and help enhance the Vancouver Art Community by bringing it to another level. Diamonds In The Rough was recently invited to perform at Carnival ‘Choreographers Ball’ in Los Angeles at The Key Club. They were the first group from Western Canada to represent at this event, and the second group in all of Canada. Diamonds aims to make a positive impression on youth with their passion for what they do. Diamonds in the Rough are sponsored by Blue Egg Entertainment
Fresh Groove Productions

Fresh Groove has become one of the leading dance studios dedicated in teaching Hip Hop. The Studio is located in Richmond, BC with students ranging in age from 5 to 22 years from all parts of the lower mainland. Some of the Productions and Competition highlights:
International Dance Challenge (IDC) Overall Ultimate Champions 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009
Surrey Dance Festival Overall Grand Champion 2009,World Hip Hop Champions– Junior Division 2007, Closing ceremonies for Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics. Fresh Groove Productions continues to work hard in training and mentoring students to co contribute to the growth of our dance community
Sole Style

Sole Style is sensational. Sole Style is style. Sole style is tap. Sole Style is handsome. Sole Style is a duo. Sole Style is soul. This duo has been wowing audiences for years. They are Devon and Matisse, the duo that presents the best Canada has to offer in tap, especially teenage tap. The style is funky. The style is electrifying. Tap is a timeless art form and Devon and Matisse are innovating on the art form. Devon and Matisse give thanks to everyone who helped them on the way.
Tessa Trach

Tessa has been singing since the age of six and is currently attending Capilano University in the Music Program. Through the program she sings with the Capilano Singers under the direction of Lars Kaario. Prior to graduation she was actively involved in the Centennial Theatre Company. In her spare time she helps assist Belinda Sobie at Port Moody School of Dance and plays guitar. She hopes to break into the music scene one day as a country singer.
“7 Deadly Sins” — Angels

“7 Deadly Sins” formed in Sep¬tem¬ber of 2007, and the idea behind it was to have no restric¬tions.
The groups leader/choreographer, Heather Fur¬long, found 7 young dancers who wanted some¬thing dif¬fer¬ent, mod¬ern, and some¬thing that would push their bod¬ies past their men¬tal lim¬its.
The group has added new members and adopted an even greater passion for the art of movement and expression. Get¬ting more into the per¬for¬mance aspect of hip hop, “7 Deadly Sins” have been work¬ing on a few rou¬tines that have feel¬ing, emo¬tion, and some¬times even a story behind the moves. This group wants peo¬ple to feel some¬thing, in the pit of their stom¬ach, and leave them want-ing more. “7 deadly Sins” ….free¬dom of move¬ment can’t be stopped
Heather Furlong Phaedra Bourassa-Wright Ariel Campbell Katie Simmons Kaela Bahrey
Alex Pimm Chloe Allen Aly Gaudet Lana Skeete
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Zac Vran

Spiral Dance Company of White Rock is where Zac trains and currently dances competitively in modern, contemporary, hip hop, jazz, stage, and tap. He also trains in lyrical, ballet and Pas de deux. He has had the privilege of working with choreographers Sherrie Scherger, Brock Jellison and Stewart Iquidez. Zac is also proud and excited to be choreographing his first competitive piece for a junior hip hop duo. Soon he will commence training for the closing ceremonies for the 2010 Winter Olympics. Zac is also a member of “Freshh” with Fresh Groove Productions of Richmond, who, under the direction of Cezar Tantaco, has enjoyed many successes with his hip hop solo, duo and group routines at both local and international levels.
Zac loves performing and relishes the “rush” he gets from an appreciative audience.
Lyrical Thesis– Choreographed by Angela Lownes
Bernadette’s FreeStyle Dance Centre Company Class
These dancers study jazz, modern, stage, tap, hip hop and train at the vocational level in RAD ballet. The majority of them have aspirations of pursuing a professional career in dance as either a performer or teacher. They cherish their time at the studio spent training but are most thankful for the friendships they have formed with their fellow dancers and the experiences that dance has provided them in the performing realm. Their teachers are grateful for their energy, commitment, and openness to the creative process. We are grateful for this opportunity to be a part of For The Luv of It! 2010. The Company class includes: Carly Schmirler, Megan Friesen, Alysha Williams, Hanna Zetting, Sarah Farion, Carly Penner, Holly McLean, Hailey Kaay, Emily Belsher, Lexi Nickel, Emily Kevener, Kate Roberge (not shown)
Jasleen Power

Jasleen Powar loves to write, especially for spoken word. The main element that intrigues her most is the aspect of how theatrical one can take their piece of poetry. Jasleen has been writing since the elementary days of grade 6, and continues to do so to this day. She is currently apart of Vancouver Youth Slam team and has been slamming at Cafe Deux Soleil since late last year. Jasleen has many notebooks filled with heartfelt words, and she knows that there are many, many more to come!
Lamondance– RNB Sutdios

Lamondance is a contemporary dance company based in North Vancouver that prepares and challenges the next generation of young dancers. The company trains in diverse dance styles and performs innovative choreography on a professional level. The program is directed by Lara Barclay and Monica Proenca and is generously sponsored by RNB Dance and Theatre Arts. “Unframed”, choreographed by Lara Barclay is an excerpt from our forthcoming show at Kay Meek Centre on May 29th, 2010. Photo by Jonathan Cruz
Sophistifunk
Sophistifunk, an all girls crew, have been together for a year. The dancers, between the ages of 16 and 20 are all about hype and performing all styles of hip hop. This is their debut performance as an independent company.
For more info contact Christina Sofunkdance@gmail.com
Affinity Dance– Frog Dance

The A3 Company from Affinity Dance is a group of our most dedicated senior dancers that have been performing together for many years. They train extensively in a variety of styles including RAD ballet, jazz, lyrical, modern, tap, stage, and hip hop. In addition to the local festivals these dancers attend, they have also traveled to compete in various cities throughout the province as well as in the United States. Most recent were the Dance Power Championships in Hawaii, and the Pulse Dance Convention in Las Vegas. This year the group is also participating in the Paralympics Opening Ceremonies in March. Many of these girls are already seeking opportunities in the professional dance community, and will continue to pursue careers in the years to come. They are grateful and excited to be performing at ‘For the Luv of It’, alongside many brilliant local performers. To contact these dancers or inquire about Affinity Dance, please email dancecat1970@hotmail.com
Joe Given

Joe is a 17 year old singer, songwriter, performer, from Surrey, BC. He’s won numerous awards and was one of the BC artists included in the Music BC promotional material, presented by Music BC on behalf of the BC Music Industry, at the Canadian Music Mission to Asia: in Japan, Nov-08.
Joe has performed at over 250 events / shows over the past few years, including: the YMCA Power of Peace Awards 09; Summer Entertainment on Granville Island 09; International Pop Overthrow at the Railway Club 09; For the Luv of It Youth 09; numerous festivals, community & charitable events, ceremonies, concerts, & many private events. He is really looking forward to being a part of “For the Luv of It Inspiration!” Joe’s goal in life, is to work with music in ways that help to make a positive difference and contribute to peace. He has a new CD coming out in January, 2010. More details : www.joegiven.com Email:info@joegiven.com
The Source, ITP & Make Your Mark Dance Crew
Harbour Dance– The Source, ITP & Make Your Mark Dance Crew
Established in 1985 by partners Danielle Clifford and Pamela Quick-Rosa, Harbour Dance is at the center of Vancouver’s dance scene. Our world-class faculty offers a variety of dance forms for adult dancers of all levels. Open 7 days a week with a different schedule of classes every day, Harbour Dance Centre is the perfect choice for everyone from seasoned professionals to adult beginners to enjoy a satisfying dance experience in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. 927 Granville Street in Vancouver, B.C. Performing tonight will be The Source, ITP and Make Your Mark combining their routines into one production number
Intermission
MISCELLANEOUS Productions — Natasha Pheko

MISCELLANEOUS Productions brings in teams of professional artists to collaborate with culturally diverse, multi-barriered youth. Carla Catherwood is proud to be one of the professionals that work with these talented youth.
MISCELLANEOUS Productions’ POWER 2 presenting I am Not a Toy written and performed by Natasha Pheko. Directed and dramaturged by Elaine Carol. Photo by Chris Randle.
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Spiral Dance Company– A Mans’ World

Spiral Dance Co of White Rock is proud to present this wonderful group of talented and charismatic dancers, ranging in ages 15 to 18. Most members of this skilled and dynamic group have danced competitively together since the age of 7. They are a bonded group of dancers, whose energy and cohesiveness shines on stage. Averaging 15 plus hours a week of training, they compete in all areas of dance, including Jazz, Modern, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Tap, Lyrical and Stage. They also train in Ballet/Pointe and Pas de deux. This recognized and accomplished group of dancers have enjoyed many successes over the years and relish any opportunity to showcase their passion
FlowEthics

FlowEthics is a local, independent dance crew that was formed through friendships and their passion for dance. With dance and music as their common denominator FlowEthics is constantly striving to contribute to the local dance scene by bringing innovation to the stage.
Flow // to move, to stream, to emerge Ethics // values, significance, worth
Affinity Dance– Duo– Think About It

Dewy Michaels and Connor Wilson are of male gender in their mid to really late twenties. They were both born in Yemen, Israel but picked up their New Zealand accents during their world travels: to New Zealand and Saskatchewan. At a young age they were signed with choreographer TisTis Cho Mama, who has now passed. Here began their journey to success. Their teen years were full of setbacks; Connor dealing with weight issues, and Dewy having troubles finding himself. They pulled through and decided, soon after, to put their problems into lyrics. They now perform on the streets expressing their world views and grabbing fashion tips from the needy.
The Landing — Rag Doll

The Landing brought together aspiring dancers from various levels and created an opportunity for them to experience the full scope of being in a professional rehearsal setting. Each person learned to recognize the value of their strengths within a group as well as the opportunities to learn from their peers. This particular piece features dancers from all the repertory programs as well as members of The Landing Dance Project; a youth based dance company comprised of young dancers that show the utmost commitment to and potential in the arts. These dancers got the chance to work with choreographer Julio Fuentes who created the energetic piece. Dancers in the repertory programs have been featured in events such as Wintergroove, The Children’s Festival, IGNITE! Youth Festival, The Provincial Honours Performance, The Santa Claus Parade and The Canada Day Parade.
Xtreme Cheer & Dance– The Riddlers
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Coming to you from “Xtreme Cheer and Dance” in Langley, BC . This high flying Hip Hop team was formed in the summer of 2009. They are choreographed under the eye of choreographer Paul Otterbein. Led by their Captain Madelyn Hall and Assistants Angel and Stephanie, this talented and entertaining group will be representing Canada in Hawaii,USA in Feb 2010 at Aloha Cheer and Dance Championships in the Varsity Hip Hop Category. They have already been guest performers this summer at Richmond Night Market and have turned many heads with their acrobatics and powerful hard hitting Hip Hop routine. This group is hard working, dedicated and most of all, full of heart, humbleness and a belief in themselves and their team.
MISCELLANEOUS Productions– It’s Just the Way I Am

MISCELLANEOUS Productions brings in teams of professional artists to collaborate with culturally diverse, multi-barriered youth. Carla Catherwood is proud to be one of the professionals that work with these talented youth.
MISCELLANEOUS Productions’ presents POWER 2 — It’s Just the Way I Am - written and performed by Roberto Hidalgo with the Ensemble. Directed and dramaturged by Elaine Carol. Photo by Chris Randle.
The IPP of Port Moody School of Dance

The dancers of the Intensive Performance Program have all been selected for their talent, work ethic, and drive to succeed. This group is combined of 7 young dancers between 13 – 14 years of age and they have danced together for many years. This year is the first year the girls will push to new heights as they extend their training hours and have committed to a dance schedule that will find themselves training 20 hours per week. The girls of the Intensive Performance Program most of all enjoy performing and know that each stage is an opportunity to show their passion and share their commitment to their love. These are dancers are just at the beginning of preparing for a full life in the field of dance!
Rick Buckman Coe
Rick Buckman Coe dazzles his audience with Yoga inspired music.
Sick Stylz Symphony

Sick Stylz Symphony is entering its second season with confidence and strength from its well-received debut year! In its first season, founding directors Marc Generoso and JP Tarlit led Sick Stylz to Seattle’s International Dance Competition, Vancouver’s professional showcase – Set It Off, and this summer’s GMA North American Pinoy Dance Showdown. With a new roster, higher expectations, and an array of established choreographers and teachers as inspirations and mentors, Sick Stylz Symphony is a catalyst for dancers all over the lower mainland to come together and build Vancouver’s reputation as a unified and credible dance community. Name of the performance “Drumline”
Spotlight Dance Centre– Ballerebel

Spotlight Dance Centre is a highly respected and professional school that is celebrating its 24th anniversary this year. It has the distinction of being voted “Best Dance School” in Burnaby for 12 years in a row by NOW newspaper readers. Talented Spotlight students, trained in all forms of dance, are consistently invited to showcase their talents at various local competitions and events. They have earned numerous awards and accolades locally as well as throughout B.C. Spotlight students have distinguished themselves at the BC Festival of the Arts with winners and runners-up at the Provincials in all dance categories. Many Spotlight alumni are now teachers and performers in the fields of jazz, tap, ballet, modern dance and musical theatre and their performance venues include Theatre Under the Stars, Toronto Dance Theatre, Universal Studios Osaka, Arts Club Theatre, Ballet BC’s “Nutcracker”, Royal City Musical productions, PNE Productions, cruise ships and dancing for the troops in Afghanistan.
Bravo Dance Company & Drive Dance Centre Scholarship Program

Bravo Dance Company was formed in early 2005 by W.S.F. World Salsa Champion, Alfonso Caldera. Combining talent from various fields of dance, Bravo dance team consists of a mixture of professional dancers. With Alfonso Caldera as the director/choreographer, he leads a strong pack of dancers. The Bravo style can be described as fierce, fast, and aggressive; with attitude, held together by professionalism and showmanship. Alfonso has brought crisp clean instructional classes and techniques of Bravo Style Salsa to Vancouver, his presence & drive has brought international recognition, inspiration and culture to this great city. www.bravodancecompany.com The Drive Dance Centre Scholarship Program is Vancouver’s only training program that focuses equally on both the business and training aspects of dance. We will prepare you both physically and mentally to pursue a positive and successful career in dance. All faculty members in the program are affiliated with working companies in Vancouver. www.drivedancecentre.com
SOULdiers

The SOULdiers Company is a group of semi-professional dancers that share an interest in studying hip hop culture. Under the direction of Kim Sato, the company hopes to inspire the community through their performances around the city and show that hip hop can identify with and be a very positive influence on today’s youth. The company currently has 33 members who are studying the history of movement behind hip hop dance, the influence of video dance on hip hop culture and training in the funk styles, especially locking and popping. You can check out the Souldiers company at www.projectsoulproductions.com.
The piece is called “Black and Gold” and is choreographed by Kim Sato and Bonnie Wong.
Joel Hanna & Guests

Once you see Joel Hanna dance, you don’t forget him. He has toured the world with Riverdance, Dancing on Dangerous Ground, Fire of Dance has choreographed, produced and toured with his production Revolution – The Show which fused tap and Rock and Roll. He and his guests will amaze the audience!
TwoFourSeven Dance Crew

Directed, Choreographed and founded by Jerome Esplana (Co-Founders include Justin Ray Oquendo, Justin Paysan, and Gino Coronado), TwoFourSeven believes that “if you want to be the best you can be, you must do your best, 24/7.” The name TwoFourSeven is not just applied to dancing – to be a better person in life, one must love 24/7, respect 24/7, laugh and smile 24/7, etc. By following this, these individuals want to become better dancers — it is their passion. By already being part of several dance companies – Fresh Groove Productions, Sick STYLZ Symphony, La Riva Dance Studio, and Praise Team, this group wants to show that different studios and companies shouldn’t have any rivalries as dance is something to be supported by all. Instead, it should be thought of one big family of dancers. It’s One Love.