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EPIK Dance Company is a 501(c)(3) a non-profit street-fusion dance company in Arizona dedicated to uniting and uplifting people by sharing their love of music, movement, and the arts. Our goal as a company is to promote and foster an appreciation for the performing arts within our community. We also promote diversity, expression, and positivity through our performances, workshops, and appearances.
"The beauty is not in our similarities...it's our differences that make us unique."
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EPIK Dance Company is a street fusion dance company specializing in all forms of street and technical dance, including hip hop, breaking, popping, locking, house, punking, modern, contemporary, lyrical and jazz. EPIK is a collection of uniquely gifted dancers, choreographers and teachers who are passionate about their artform and sharing it with others. You will never meet a more eclectic group of individuals, who each bring their own special skills to the table. They come from all walks of life and experiences, and it is evident in the diversity of styles and personalities present in the company. When working with EPIK, there is never a dull moment!
OUR MISSION
To uplift and unite through the perfect balance of street and technical dance, and the power of music, performance art and community activism.
OUR HISTORY
EPIK Dance Company is a non-profit organization dedicated to uniting and uplifting people by sharing their love of music, movement, and the arts. With a strong core of strong, multi-faceted dancers trained in a variety of disciplines, EPIK has been able to combine classic technical training with urban styles to become one of Arizona’s premier street fusion dance companies.
The EPIK Dance Company vision was put into motion in 2007 by Luis Egurrola and Sarah Dimmick, who shared a love of music and a passion for dance. With the simple goal of promoting the public’s knowledge of dance and fostering their appreciation for the arts, Egurrola and Dimmick began recruiting fellow dancers who shared their love and passion for the performing arts. By finding dancers whose strengths and passions covered a broad range of training and experience, Egurrola and Dimmick were able to establish EPIK as a company that truly appreciated and respected the differences amongst its members. The collaboration that resulted is what allowed EPIK Dance Company to begin to stand out in the artistic community. And they haven’t turned back since.
In November 2007, EPIK Dance Company established themselves when they were named Choreography Champions at the Furious Styles Crew 14th Anniversary Battle – one of the premier dance battles on the west coast. In the year that followed, they performed at a number of events such as WNBA Phoenix Mercury halftime shows, the Mary J. Blige/Jay-Z Pre-Show at U.S. Airways Center, Golden Lion’s Celebration of Dance, and other street battles throughout the state of Arizona. Most recently EPIK was named one of the two finalists in the 2008 Phoenix’s Best Dance Crew Competition and performing during the pre-show for the “America’s Best Dance Crew” concert at Dodge Theater.
Unable to keep their excitement and passion for dance and the arts to themselves, EPIK continues to make community outreach a priority. Whether it be their inspiring and energetic performances or their hands-on workshops, EPIK commits themselves to increasing the public’s knowledge and appreciation of the arts well beyond the realm of dance. Regardless of age, ethnicity, or background, EPIK is dedicated to contributing to giving every man, woman and child an opportunity to develop as a student of the arts and as an artist themselves.
“The beauty is not in our similarities. It is our differences that make us unique...”
Noteworthy PAST PERFORMANCES
_ "Decadence" New Year's Eve Bash - Montelucia Intercontinental Resort 12/31/2009
"Common Ground" - Herberger Theater Center 11/20-11/21/09 (*SOLD OUT*)
_ Celebration of Dance - Herberger Theatre Center 4/25/2009
_ Hype Convention Showcase, AZ 11/2/2008
_ MTV America's Best Dance Crew Tour, Dodge Theater 10/20/2008
_ Phoenix's Best Dance Crew Competition 1st Round Winner - Tempe, AZ 10/4/2008
_ Street Rhythms Battle, ASU, Tempe, AZ 9/20/2008
_ WNBA Phoenix Mercury Half-time Show, US Airways Center - Phoenix, AZ 9/7/2008
_ Arizona Diamondbacks Game, Chase Field - Phoenix, AZ 8/23/2008
_ I Stand Alone Battle - Tucson, AZ 6/21/2008
_ Celebration of Dance - Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts 5/4/2008
_ Mary J. Blige/Jay-Z Pre-Show, US Airways Center - Phoenix 4/15/2008
_ Furious Styles Crew 14th Ann. Battle - 2007 Choreography Champions - 11/2007
_ Celebration of Dance - Herberger Theatre Center, Phoenix, AZ 4/27/2008
Many Thanks to our talented and dedicated
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Michelle Johnson
PRESIDENT
DarLene Burkett
SECRETARY
Rachel Hawkinson
MEMBER
Rebecca Seitz
VICE PRESIDENT
Kwan-Chow
TREASURER
coming soon...
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Sarah "Saza" Dimmick
Sarah “Saza” Dimmick (Artistic Director) received her BFA in dance education from Arizona State University, and has taught on the dance faculties of Arizona State
University and Glendale Community College, Dobson High School and Willow Canyon High School. Most recently, Saza served as School Administrator of Experience Arts School, a Christian arts school in Mesa, AZ, and Manager of Creative Arts at City of Grace Church.
Saza loves to choreograph, and has created pieces for the Seattle Supersonics (NBA), the Golden State Warriors (NBA), the Portland Trailblazers (NBA), the Phoenix Suns (NBA), the Seattle Storm (WNBA), the Phoenix Mercury (WNBA), the Miss Teen Arizona Pageant, an episode for MTV’s “My Super Sweet 16,” and live performances for up and coming R&B artist Renee. Her performance credits also include works by David Dorfman, Cliff Keuter, Yvonne Rainer, FLUX Dance Project, ODC Theater (SF), the NBA Allstar Games, NBA Celebrity Games and live performances for hip hop artist Queen Yonasda. She also toured as a dancer and co-choreographer for the drum and dance group, Street Jam, and was a member and co-choreographer for the WNBA’s Phoenix Mercury Hip Hop
Squad for seven years. In the media, Saza was a featured dancer in a national commercial for On-Demand television, including one for local Cox Communications, and has spoken and performed on the news many times.
Saza has taught and presented curriculum throughout the US, including the Dance and the Child International (DACI) conference and the National Dance Education
Organization (NDEO) national conferences four times. She has lectured and taught at universities in New York, Pennsylvania, Michigan, California, as well as Arizona. Saza has received many awards for her teaching ability, including the prestigious Artsbridge America Scholarship, the National Dance Education Organization (NDEO) 2004 Student Scholarship, and the Arizona State University Intercollegiate Athletics Board’s Award for Most Inspirational Faculty Member. She has been featured in Dance Teacher, Dance Spirit and Dance magazines.
No matter where she goes or what she does, EPIK is where Saza calls home. She is madly in love with EPIK and feels blessed every day to have such amazing people in her life.
Melissa Britt
Hometown: Phoenix, AZ...since 01'
Education: Pursuing my MFA in Dance with an emphasis in community-based arts at Arizona State University.
When was the moment you knew you wanted to be a dancer? When I was about 3 years old, I saw "Flashdance" and the journey began.
Favorite EPIK style of dance: Contemporary, Breakin', Punking
Favorite EPIK moment: Cholo et Chola Party 08'...Ridiculous!!
What or who are your inspirations? My inspiration is born from change, realization and the possibilities they bring. The people that inspire me are those that embrace their lives and help others to do the same.
Grace Gallagher
Hometown: Hickory Corners, MI
Education: I am currently studying dance and dietetics at Arizona State University.
Career Highlights: Joining EPIK! Also, dancing with ASU Hip Hop Coalition and being part of the ASU Dance Department.
Favorite EPIK style of dance: I like it all, but Contemporary, R&B Hip Hop, and Punking are probably my top picks!
What or who are you inspirations? Rick Maalouf, Mia Michaels, Tabitha and Napolean, Sonya Tayeh, Travis Wall, and every person on EPIK… and sooo many more I didn’t mention.
Carla "La La" Mexia
Hometown: Phoenix, AZ
When was the moment you knew you wanted to be a dancer? Since the first day I ever set foot on a stage in front of an audience - I realized that was the spotlight I wanted to be in and knew that it was for me.
Favorite EPIK style of dance: I would have to say anything that ends up challenging me!
Favorite EPIK moment: Aaaah there are sooooo many! I would have to say our out of town bonding moments and dance gigs! They always seem to bring the best out of us!
What or who are you inspirations? My inspirations are my parents and my younger sister.
Lisa Murray
Hometown: Phoenix, Arizona
Education: Graduated from ASU with a Bachelor's in Global Business.
When was the moment you knew you wanted to be a dancer? After attending a hip hop concert in the 90's where a bunch of backup dancers were being showcased.
What or who are your inspirations? My original inspiration has been rooted in classic b-boy styles and watching videos of original b-boy icons such as Ken Swift, and I continue to be inspired by the dancers surrounding me. Also, now thanks to modern technology, I continue to be inspired by watching a wide variety of dancers from around the globe on the internet.
Jenna Endicott
Hometown: Las Vegas, NV
Education: BIS Degree in Business and Dance - Arizona State University
Favorite EPIK style of dance: Hip hop or Punking
Favorite EPIK moment: Every moment with EPIK is exactly that - a moment worth remembering! But, if I had to choose, it would be the 7 lovely hours I got to spend with the company filming a tribute video for Heather Quan.
What or who are you inspirations? YOUTUBE! A dancer's best friend! The majority of my inspiration comes from Chelsea Thedinga, a friend I grew up with who has continually shown me the power of dedication, perseverance, and passion. Other inspiration derives from choreographers including Robert Contreras, Emily Shock, Jason Parsons, Gigi Torres, Juliette Irons, and Tokyo.
Alix Clark (Apprentice)
Hometown: Prescott, Arizona.
Favorite EPIK style of dance: All styles of Hip Hop.
Favorite EPIK moment: Nothing specific because every moment with EPIK is amazing! From the classes to the long, grueling rehearsals, to the performances!
What or who are you inspirations: Ivan Koumaev & Saza! Ivan is where I got my movement from. I also learned my first real Hip Hop routine & Hip Hop history from Saza.
Career Highlights: Performing at the Mercury Half-Time Show and at the 10 year anniversary of Celebration of Dance.
Luis "Weezy" Egurrola
Luis “Weezy” Egurrola has been dancing since the age of 16. His passion has always been dance and being in the entertainment field. Luis is a Phoenix native, born and raised, and has had many opportunities to do his part in creating a name for the Phoenix dance scene.
Weezy has been a member of the Phoenix Mercury Hip Hop Squad for the past 5 years, and has been the Coach for the past 3. He also has become part of the Phoenix Suns Organization as the coach of the new dance team, the Sunsationals. He has also choreographed for other teams in the NBA like the Golden State Worriers, Seattle Super Sonics and the Portland Trailblazers. Weezy was involved in performing and choreographing in the 2009 NBA All-Star Week.
Weezy has choreographed for many events here in the valley, as well as out of state. He has worked with up and coming artists like Jade Johnson, Sya, Queen Yonasada, Renee, and Lashy through touring, live performances and music videos. Weezy choreographed the opening for the Miss Indian Pageant 2006 held at
Chandler Center for the Arts. He has also had award winning choreography in the 2006 Dancer competition winning Best Choreography Overall.
Weezy enjoys doing commercial work, recently choreographing for the 2008 Cox on Demand Promotion, which has now gone national. He also participated in a 2007 My45 commercial aired throughout the year. Not only is Weezy the in-house host for the Phoenix Mercury Games, he is also a local News Star working with news Channel 12 morning news, AZ Mid-day, Ch.3 Good Morning Arizona (Brad Perry), and Fox 10 News.
Weezy is no stranger to charity work. He has worked with charities like the Phoenix Children's Hospital, Phoenix Mission, One Voice Community Center, MS Foundation and the Frank Foundation, to name a few. He has also participated in Phoenix Pride Festival, performing with music artist as well as female impersonators.
Weezy has lots of experience in teaching high school students, being brought in as a guest choreographer at many local high schools. Weezy has a black belt in Dance studio work too. He has instructed at Gotta Dance, All about Dance, Rhythm and Motion Dance Center and Dance Network.
Weezy has lots of experience in teaching high school students, being brought in as a guest choreographer at many local high schools. Weezy has a black belt in Dance studio work too. He has instructed at Gotta Dance, All about Dance, Rhythm and Motion Dance Center, Dance Network, and is now instructing at two new studios to the valley offering Adult only dance classes in all styles (which is something new to the valley) called Abbey Bella Dance and SWAY Movement Studio.
Luis “WEEZY” Egurrola has always felt that dance is his life. He also says that “No matter what you do or how you do it, as long as you have true passion you will succeed.”
Nick “Flo” Flores
Hometown: Placerville, CA
Favorite EPIK style of dance: Hip Hop/Lyrical Hip Hop
Favorite EPIK moment: Dancing for Melissa Britt’s graduate final piece with four other dancers from EPIK. It truly inspired me to do more and experiment with everything. Thank you Melissa.
What or who are you inspirations? The Electric Boogaloos, Michael and Janet Jackson, Marty Kudelka, Bob Fosse, Gene Kelly. . . And any dance piece, regardless of the level, that makes me stop and think and simply want to do more. . .
“The higher up you go, the more mistakes you are allowed. Right at the top, if you make enough of them, it’s considered to be your style.”
- Fred Astaire
Jerome “Ekos” Upayokin
Hometown: Okinawa, Japan
When was the moment that you knew you wanted to be a dancer? When I went to my first b-boy jam in Japan. Even though it was a different culture and country, the essence and culture of hip hop were living hard and strong in the Far East. Hearing the music and the way it made me feel with my body moving to each beat was when I realized that's what I wanted to do. I'm still developing as a b-boy, but I feel that this dance company opened my eyes to a new realm of dance styles and I want to learn them all.
Favorite EPIK style of dance: B-boying and Hip Hop
Favorite EPIK moment:: When the crew made Phoenix Best Dance Crew and also the Christmas Party… I take that back - all of the parties!
What or who are your inspirations? My inspirations are actually all of my crew members. Each and every one of them have something to bring that I admire, enjoy seeing and love being apart of, and also my Lord and Savior, God.
Marco Marcial
bio coming soon!
Nico Rivas
Rufus “Rufio” Rodriguez
When was the moment you knew you wanted to be a dancer? Once I began, I realized that I couldn’t stop, and loved to share my gifts by teaching others.
Favorite EPIK style of dance: Toss up! Contemporary and Hip Hop.
Favorite EPIK moment: Going to Cali to audition for America’s Best Dance Crew and winning the Choreography Battle at the Furious Styles Crew Anniversary.
What or who are your inspirations? Everyone from the Phoenix Mercury Hip Hop Squad ’05, Jojo Diggs, Brian Friedman, Lisa Starry and anyone who’s passion I can see through their movement.
Adrian Mendle
Hometown: Coolidge, Arizona
Education: Bachelor's of Interdisciplinary Studies with concentrations in Kinesiology and Dance from Arizona State University.
How long have you been dancing professionally? I am and will always consider myself a student when it comes to dance. From the days that I took "class" with Michael Jackson and Paula Abdul in front of the TV as a kid, to now, when I am learning things from my fellow company members and students.
Favorite EPIK style of dance: I like anything outside of the box. Mixing Contemporary with Hip Hop choreography is one of my favorite kind of styles that we produce.
What or who are your inspirations? I'm definitely inspired by people who can find new ways to look at things. Creativity, in any form, is an amazing trait. Also by those that are funny... cuz I'm freakin' hilarious!
Vincent Calleros (Apprentice)
Hometown: Chandler, Arizona
When was the moment you knew you wanted to be a dancer? When I watched the first season of So You Think You Can Dance.
Favorite EPIK style of dance: Lyrical and Contemporary
Favorite EPIK moment: Bonding times
What or who are your inspirations? Choreographer Justin Giles and my friends and family.
Fun Fact: I was class president, sang in the choir and was part of Dobson Dance Company for all three years of high school. After Dobson, I plan to further my career in cosmetology and major in dance at University of Arizona.
SERVICES
EPIK dancers are known to be chameleons, and this shows not only in their diversity and flexibility of switching from one dance style to the next, but in their ability to adapt to any teaching or performing situation. We are able to customize residencies, workshops and performances appropriate to each community's needs. Most of our dancers are also teachers, and are some of the best in the biz; some at local studios and community centers, some at the public and private high schools, community colleges and universities, and some coach professional dance teams. In addition to our dancers' personal experience, EPIK, as a company, puts on our own 1-day workshops every 1-2 months, and offers open company class almost every Sunday and Thursday. Teaching is part of who we are.
PERFORMANCE
EPIK can perform in a variety of venues; concerts, theaters, festivals, schools, charity events, corporate events, parties, clubs, battles, etc. The possibilities are endless! You can hire 3 dancers or the entire company. If you would like to book EPIK for your next event please contact our booking agent, Ranasha Chittick at (602)469-0626 or ranashadc_yahoo.com.
INSTRUCTION
Open Company Classes
Come and take class alongside EPIK company members. View the calendar of events for time and locations. Classes are taught by EPIK Company members and professional guest choreographers.
Workshops / Master Classes / Residencies
EPIK Dance Company is able to structure workshops, master classes and residencies according to the needs of the school or organization. We can teach technique/master classes in many styles and levels from beginning to advanced (breaking, popping, locking, house, waacking, krumping, hip hop, modern, contemporary, lyrical and jazz), as well as hip hop history and culture, choreography, improvisation, yoga/pilates, and creative dance. EPIK can set choreography on the students for performance and/or actually perform with them. We are also able to give in-services to teachers on dance pedagogy in hip hop and contemporary styles. We are capable of doing one-day to several-day residencies. One or several members are available for residencies. Classes, lecture/demonstrations, and interactive dance experiences are all possibilities with the company. In actuality, the possibilities are endless, so feel free to come to us with your ideas!
We strive to make sure that all of our students feel comfortable and have a good experience. The outgoing personalities of our dancers are magnetic, and are sure to bring out the dancer in even "non-dancers." Our goal is to create a fun learning environment where everyone feels safe to experiment and try new things.
EPIK has a knack to move from one style to the next with ease. You don't have to bring in a contemporary company, a hip hop company, and a jazz company. You get it all with us!
We have experience working with all age groups, from 3-70! We are able to develop our curriculum according to the community we are working with.
Private Lessons
Would you like to learn dance in a more private setting? Some of our company members teach private lessons - Contact us for details.
CHOREOGRAPHY
Our dancers are also highly skilled choreographers and are available for hire for your next commercial, music video, live musical performance, concert, competition, assembly, etc. Contact us with your needs.
EPIK MEDIA
2008 EPIK photoshoot by April Thomas
Celebration of Dance 2009 at the Herberger Theatre by James I. Conrad
CLICK HERE to check out all our videos on youtube!
CLICK HERE to watch our America's Best Dance Crew performance!
CLICK HERE to watch our 2008 promo video!
"EPIK Journey: Prelude to a Dream"
Celebration of Dance 4/25/209
Herberger Theatre Center, Phoenix, AZ
EPIK PRESS
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EPIK Dance Company's
"COMMON GROUND"
presented by Cricket Wireless
in association with
Dancers and Health Together (DAHT),
04.7 KISS FM and Phoenix New Times.
Feb. 17-19, 2011
Thur, 2/17 at 7:30pm
Fri, 2/18 at 7:30pm
Sat, 2/19 at 2pm and 7:30pm
Herberger Theater Center
222 E. Monroe St, Phoenix
www.herbergertheater.org
Opening acts include ASU Hip Hop Coalition (Thu),
Furious Styles Crew (Fri), Neo Phon 'Etix (Sat Afternoon)
and Stilo Dance Company (Sat Evening).
Get your tickets early for special pre-sale price of $20.
Day of show price is $25. Senior, Student and Military
Discount available. Click HERE to buy now!
OPEN COMPANY CLASS
Thurs, 6/11 _ 8:15pm _ SWAY -> VINCE teaching LYRICAL JAZZ
Sun, 6/14 _ 3pm _ PDA -> ALIX Teaching HIP HOP
Thurs, 6/18 _ 8:15pm _ SWAY -> Marco Teaching BREAKING
June 21st, 2009 NO CLASS for Father's Day
Thurs, 6/25 _ 8:15pm _ SWAY -> BROOKLYN Teaching CONTEMPORARY
Sun, 6/28 _ 3pm _ PDA -> VINCE Teaching CONTEMPORARY
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SUMMER SKOOL WORKSHOP
class locations:
Saturday, June 27th, 2009 _ Studio 3
classes from 11am until 4pm!
from BREAKING to JAZZ to KRUMP and more!
Phoenix Dance Academy
1501 W. Thomas Road
Phoenix, AZ 85015
Studio 3
511 W. Guadalupe Rd #12
Gilbert, AZ 85233
SWAY
4280 E. Indian School Rd. #108
Phoenix, AZ 85018
class location:
**For the remainder of the summer Thursday classes have moved to PDA**
Thurs, 7/5 _ 8:15pm _ PDA -> DERRICK BROUSSARD teaching HOUSE
Sun, 7/5, Thurs, 7/9 & Sun, 7/12 NO CLASS
Thurs, 7/16 _ 8:15pm _ PDA -> JAMES "AMANI JAE" RICKS teaching
HIP HOP BEATFONICS
Sun, 7/19 _ 3:00pm _ PDA -> RUFUS teaching HIP HOP
Thurs, 7/23 _ 8:15pm _ PDA -> MELISSA teaching CONTEMPORARY
Sun, 7/26 _ 3:00pm _ PDA -> LISA teaching BREAKING
Thurs, 7/30 _ 8:15pm _ PDA -> ALIX teaching CONTEMPORARY JAZZ
THE JULY JUMPOFF WORKSHOP
Saturday, July 25th, 2009
_ Encore Dance Center
classes from 1pm until 6pm!
from HIP HOP to AFRO JAZZ to BREAKING!
Encore Dance Center
738 E. Palo Verde Dr
Paula Carr Dance Academy
3310 N. Hayden Rd #101
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
**ALL classes have moved to Paula Carr Dance Academy**
Thurs, 9/3 _ 8:30pm _ PCDA -> JOEY AREVALO teaching HIP HOP
Sun, 9/6 NO CLASS
Thurs, 9/10 _ 8:30pm _ PCDA -> RUFUS teaching PUNKING
Sun, 9/13 _ 3:00pm _ PDA -> EKOS teaching BREAKING
Thurs, 9/17 _ 8:30pm _ PCDA -> DERRICK BROUSSARD teaching HOUSE
Sun, 9/20 _ 3:00pm _ PDA -> RICKY MAALOUF teaching HIP HOP
Thurs, 9/24 _ 8:30pm _ PCDA ->VINCE teaching CONTEMPORARY
Sun, 9/27NO CLASS
ROCK THE BEAT WORKSHOP
Saturday, September 26, 2009
_ Studio 3 Performing Arts
classes from 114m until 6pm!
from HIP HOP to JAZZ to CONTEMPORARY!
Studio 3 Performing Arts
511 We. Guadalupe Rd Ste.12
So our dancers can prepare for our November show, we have deemed October as our month of guest teachers!
Thurs, 10/1 _ 8:30pm _ PCDA -> JOEY "SLIM FLY"AREVALO teaching HIP HOP
Sun, 10/4 _ 3:00pm _ PCDA -> JEREMY MILLER teaching JAZZ
Thurs, 10/8 _ 8:30pm _ PCDA -> BRANDON RIOS teaching JAZZ FUNK
Sun, 10/11 _ 3:00pm _ PCDA -> AMANI JAE teaching R&B HIP HOP
Thurs, 10/17 _ 8:30pm _ PCDA -> IVORY MYERS teaching KRUMP
Sun, 10/18 _ 3:00pm _ PCDA -> AMANI JAE teaching HIP HOP
Thurs, 10/22 _ 8:30pm _ PCDA ->BALTA RUBIO teaching
HIP HOP ABSTRACT
Sun, 10/25 _ 3:00pm _ PCDA -> BROOKLYN teaching JAZZ
Thurs, 10/29 _ 8:30pm _ PCDA -> RACHEL HAWKINSON teaching HIP HOP
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EPIK Thriller Workshop!!
Saturday, October 24th, 2009
_ Washington High School
classes from 11am until 4pm with a performance at 4:45!
Come be part of an “EPIK” performance of Michael Jackson’s THRILLER! Each class will learn a section of the song, with the last class learning the actual choreography from the THRILLER music video. At the end of the workshop, there will be a short rehearsal, putting all the pieces together, and will finish with a performance by all workshop attendees for family and friends! Bring your own THRILLER– inspired costume!
Classes start again on Thursday, January 6th!!
**ALL classes are currently held at Paula Carr Dance Academy**
As always, classes are only $7.
Thurs, 1/6 _ 8:45p ---> RUFUS teaching HIP HOP
Sun, 1/9 _ 3:00p ---> Guest BRANDON RIOS teaching JAZZ
Thurs, 1/13 _ 8:45p--->Guest RICKY MAALOUF teaching HIP HOP
Sun, 1/16 _ 3:00p--->ADRIAN teaching LYRICAL HIP HOP
Thurs, 1/20 _ 8:45p--->JENNA teaching CONTEMPORARY
Sun, 1/23 _ 3:00p ---> CODI teaching JAZZ FUNK
Thurs, 1/27 _ 8:45p ---> JAYLENE teaching CONTEMPORARY
Sun, 1/30 _ 3:00p ---> LISA teaching BREAKING
We look forward to seeing you all again!
GET TICKETS NOW!
EPIK Dance Company's "Common Ground"
in association with Dancers and Health Together,
104.7 KISS FM and Phoenix New Times.
Click HERE to buy your tickets now!
An EPIK New Year's Eve!!
Come have an EPIK New Year's Eve by celebrating with us at the MonteLucia Resort! Performances all night long from EPIK Dance Company, DJ Senbad accompanied by the lyrical and instrumental stylings of LA's Quetzal and the Warriors!!
Revel in the unrivaled hospitality of the Mansion Group as we celebrate New Year's Eve 2010 at the Montelucia Resort.
Experience the breathtaking luxury and the Andalusian inspired ambiance of the as you listen to the musical styling's of DJ Senbad coupled with the vocal and instrumental grace of LA's Quetzal and the Warriors.
Savor delicious cocktails and enjoy the festive atmosphere as you are mesmerized by the dazzling street-fusion routines of the Epik Dance company.
LIMITED ONLINE TICKETS AVAILABLE ($25 per person): http://www.showclix.com/event/mansion
For table reservations and bottle service contact Brian_TheMansionGroup.com or call 480.206.8444 (LIMITED AVAILABILITY)
PRESALE Table Packages (Limited Availability): $1000
Include: 8 tickets, 2 premium bottles of liquor and 1 bottle of premium champagne.
Hosted By Brian Ruede and The Mansion Group, Steve McDonald, Daniel Higgins, Jared Bernados, Gem Ray and Kevin Fox from Scottsdale Nights
Location: 4949 E Lincoln Drive Paradise Valley, Arizona 85253 (480) 627-3200
Time: 7.00pm to 2am
Thurs, 2/4 _ 8:30pm _ PCDA -> SAZA teaching LYRICAL HIP HOP
Sun, 2/7 NO CLASS
Thurs, 2/11 _ 8:30pm _ PCDA -> JENNA teaching CONTEMPORARY
Sun, 2/14 _ 3:00pm _ PCDA -> GRACE teaching JAZZ FUNK
Thurs, 2/18 _ 8:30pm _ PCDA -> WEEZYteaching HIP HOP
Sun, 2/21 _ 3:00pm _ PCDA -> JUST JAMZ teaching POPPING
Thurs, 2/25 _ 8:30pm _ PCDA -> JUST JAMZ teaching HOUSE
Sun, 2/28 _ 3:00pm _ PCDA -> LISA teaching BREAKING
EPIK is looking to add a couple dancers to our company for this coming season! Come represent in our weekly company classes this Jan/Feb... and let us know if you are interested... we will be watching!
UPCOMING PERFORMANCES
A Benefit Show for Dysautonomia Youth Network of America (DYNA)
Saturday, February 20, 2010
Corona del Sol High School 7PM
1001 E. Knox Road, Tempe
General Admission: $5.00
February 25, 26 and 27 at 7:30 p.m. & February 28 at 2 p.m
Herberger Theater Center,
222 E. Monroe St.
The Carl Orff epic is the focus of new choreography
by CDE Artistic Director Frances Smith Cohen.
Special Guest Performance by EPIK Dance Company
Thurs, 3/4 _ 8:30pm _ PCDA -> ALIX teaching HIP HOP
Sun, 3/7_ PCDA -> SPECIAL GUESTS: ROBERT "CHINO" LOPEZ & TIFFANYDUNN
3:00pm-4:00pm -> HIP HOP -> $10
4:00pm-5:00pm -> SALSA -> $10
Thurs, 3/11 _ 8:30pm _ PCDA -> RUFUS teaching WAACKING
Sun, 3/14 _ 3:00pm _ PCDA -> MELISSA teaching CONTEMPORARY/HOUSE FUSION
Thurs, 3/18 _ 8:30pm _ PCDA -> RUFUS teaching HIP HOP
Sun, 3/21 _ 3:00pm _ PCDA -> JENNA teaching JAZZ
Thurs, 3/25 _ 8:30pm _ PCDA -> GRACE teaching CONTEMPORARY
Sun, 3/28 _ 3:00pm _ PCDA -> NICK teachingHIP HOP
INTO THE GROOVE WORKSHOP
Saturday, March 6, 2010
_ Classic Image Dance
classes from 12pm until 6pm!
from HIP HOP to JAZZ to PUNKING!
To REGISTER click HERE
Center Stage Dance
335 N. Austin Dr.
Chandler, AZ 85226
Thurs, 4/1 _ 8:30pm _ PCDA -> JUST JAMZ teaching ABSTRACT POPPING
Sun, 4/4-> NO CLASS
Thurs, 4/8 _ 8:30pm _ PCDA -> RUFUS teaching JAZZ
Sun, 4/11 _ 3:00pm _ PCDA -> TBD ->NICK & GRACE teaching
CONTEMPORARY/HIP HOP FUSION
**SPECIAL CLASS""Thurs, 4/15 _ 8:30-10:00pm ($15) _ PCDA ->
LESLIE SCOTTteaching HIP HOP
Sun, 4/18 _ 3:00pm _ PCDA -> MELISSA teaching CONTEMPORARY
Thurs, 4/22 _ 8:30pm _ PCDA -> ANGEL teaching CONTEMPORARY
Sun, 4/25 _ 3:00pm _ PCDA -> NICK teachingMUSICAL THEATRE
Thurs, 4/29 _ 8:30pm _ PCDA -> EKOS teaching CONTEMPORARY/BREAKIN' FUSION
EPIK & NBL are teaming up to
present the
KINGZ
OF CHOREOGRAPHY
COMPETETION
on April 10th!
For More Information
CLICK HERE
EPIK
SOLSTICE
at
Bar Smith
Saturday,
April 10th
EPIK opens up for
BUCK WORLD ONE
Saturday, April 3, 2010
7:30pm - 10:30pm
Arizona State University - Lyceum Theatre
9:00pm - 3:00am 21+
Rooftop Performance by EPIK
Live Art by RVSO & Randy B.
DJ Senbad, Pete Salaz, Element, Tomahawk Bang, & Mane One
SUPER FLY SPRING WORKSHOP
April 24th
1:30-6:30pm
709 E. Palo Verde Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85014
RISE
Dance & Music Revolution
Phoenix Pride Festival
Saturday, April 17, 2010
Indian Steele Park
Main Stage
thursday class location:
Sun, 5/2 _ 3:00pm _ ENCORE-> JUST JAMZ teaching R&B HIP HOP
Thurs, 5/6 _ 8:30pm _ PCDA -> JENNA teaching JAZZ FUNK
Sun, 5/9 -> NO CLASS ->HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!
Thurs, 5/13 _ 8:30pm _ PCDA -> RANDY teaching MODERN
Sun, 5/16 _ 3:00pm _ ENCORE -> RUFUS teaching HIP HOP
Thurs, 5/20 _ 8:30pm _ PCDA -> JUST JAMZ teaching HOUSE
Sun, 5/23 -> NO CLASS
Thurs, 5/27 _ 8:30pm _ PCDA -> EKOS teaching BREAKING
Sun, 5/30 _ 3:00pm _ ENCORE -> NICK teaching LYRICAL HIP HOP
sunday class location:
709 E. Palo Verde
EPIK SOLSTICE
2nd Sat of every Month!
Saturday, May 8th
9pm-3am
21+
Live drums & Vocals by TWOMILLI
Live Art by
Suaro Luis "Suasutros" Cervantes & Carlos Rodriguez
MORE INFO
Thursday, Feb. 3rd at 8:45pm - R&B Hip Hop w/ JAMZ
presented by
Cricket Wireless
in association with Dancers and Health Together (DAHT), 104.7 KISS FM and Phoenix New Times.
Thurs, 8/5 _ 8:30pm _ PCDA -> JAMZ teaching HOUSE
Sun, 8/8 _ 3:00pm _ ENCORE -> NICK teaching HIP HOP
Thurs, 8/12 _ 8:30pm _ PCDA -> MELISSA teaching CONTEMPORARY
Sun, 8/15 _ 3:00pm _ ENCORE -> LISA teaching BREAKING
TThurs, 8/26 _ 8:45pm _ PCDA -> WEEZY teaching HIP HOP
**Sun, 8/22 _ 3:00 - 4:30pm _ ENCORE -> GRACE teaching JAZZ FUNK
(**Special 1.5 hour $10 class to send Grace off to LA - She's an Edge Scholarship Winner!!!**)
Thurs, 8/26 _ 8:45pm _ PCDA -> ANGEL teaching JAZZ
Sun, 8/29 _ 3:00 - 4:30pm _ ENCORE -> RUFUS teaching JAZZ FUNK
(**Special 1.5 hour $10 class to send Rufus off with a bang to LA!!!**)
2nd Saturday of every Month!
Free before 10:30pm
BACK TO SKOOL WORKSHOP
Saturday, Aug 28th
11am-4pm
Devney's Dance Academy
(83rd Ave/ Union Hills)
Click HERE for more info
