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Prelude New England: Applications Due March 27

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South Caroline: Groovement Hip Hop Workshop

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It's not often that news from the South comes across this site, but this particular event has a twist from the Northeast. Trudy's

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Edison, NJ: Chuck Maldonado @ Rock The Step

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LA's Chuck Maldonado, known for his choreography on So You Think You Can Dance, is teaching a master class at the Hilton Garden Inn in Edison, NJ. The workshop begins at 9:00 AM and space is limited, so if you're going you need to register at

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PRELUDE EC 2008!!!

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Congratulation to all the teams that made PRELUDE EC 2008 a sweet show! The RESULTS: 1st place :: Phunk Phenomenon (Boston) 2nd Place :: Capital FUNK (Washington, D.C.) 3rd Place :: Rhythmology (Bergenfield, NJ) *thanks to imadjustin for the YT vids And here is our performance at PRELUDE EC! Enjoy! *thanks to pautsz for the YT vid [youtube=http://youtube.com/watch?v=l5_AGDOacaA] Project D - Stage 5 - F.Y.E. (a.k.a. the Music Store) Everyone definitely stepped up their game and represented the East Coast at Prelude EC! Props to everyone! Lets bring it next year!

About Project D

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Project D started out as a group of young talented friends from all different parts of New Jersey. Performers were needed for the Annual Semi-Formal for Ramapo College of New Jersey; therefore, a number of volunteers, organized by Bernie Armendi, came together out of love of dance for the event. The name Project D was discovered by the influence of a Japanese anime that was dedicated to the growing import car culture. The letter "D" represents dedication and devotion to dance. Since the beginning Project D has grown into an incredible family of young inspired dancers and continues to influence young individuals throughout the Tri-State area. MISSION STATEMENT Project D is an ever evolving dance company that entertains, educates, and inspires others through their 'dedication and devotion to dance'. The Project D mission is to motivate and actuate all to embrace their potential, as well as to foster the infinite growth and improvement of its dancers – to teach individuals to move as one. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vRJjmbwUjwg]

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AUDITIONS are COMING

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Yes you heard it right. Project D 2008-2009 Auditions are coming soon...and they're happening either end of May or early JUNE. This year we'll be doing it a little different. We'll have a pre-audition workshop to teach the audition pieces, then ya'll will audition the pieces on the following week -- giving you all about a couple of days to get it down. Of course, all this is happening at STEP by STEP dancesport, INC. in Bergenfield, NJ. Check BACK to this page for MORE INFORMATION, which will be up shortly. EXPECT to see official Audition flyers, as well as workshop flyers, audition paper files to download and fill out and the AUDITION MIX. The reconstruction is happening AGAIN. BE READY for it, ya'll!

PROJECT D 2008-2009 AUDITIONS!

pdstyle — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 23:37:35 +0000

Its official! PROJECT D AUDITIONS for the 2008-2009 season ARE HAPPENING Tuesday, JUNE 3rd, 2008 at 4PM at STEP BY STEP Dancesport, INC. in Bergenfield, NJ! AUDITION INFORMATION: Auditions will happen in three stages this year. IT IS HIGHLY REQUIRED for all AUDITIONEES to attend the MAY 27th PreAudition Workshop on TUESDAY to learn the pieces to perform on JUNE 3-AUDITION DAY at 4PM. Everyone will have a week after MAY 27th to clean the audition pieces and present on JUNE 3. FIRST STAGE (MANDATORY FOR ALL PAST AND CURRENT MEMBERS. Optional for NEW INCOMING members) Auditionees entering this stage will have to group in mini teams of two or three and present the choreography with formations and transititions. The mini teams will also have to provide choreography for the 4th mystery song of the master mix (look at the audition INFO page above for the master mix link). Themes and costumes are not mandatory but are HIGHLY encouraged! SECOND STAGE. (ALL AUDITIONEES -- new, current, and past returning -- are required to participate in this stage). AUDITIONEES will be called into random groups by number and will perform all the audition pieces taught from the MAY 27th workshop. THIRD STAGE. (OPTIONAL FOR ALL) The third stage is an open cyper / all styles freestyle session. This is open to EVERYONE - auditionees, non auditionees, etc. *NOTE - Auditionees who do participate in the third stage will also be judged their freestyle. master mix to be posted up SOON! CLICK on the AUDITION INFO page above for all the up to date info!

The FAMBAM

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THE Exec. Board

from LEFT to RIGHT: Bernie Armendi [exec. director] Jeff Laconico [artistic co-director] Steven Armendi [artistic co-director] Myron Merced [media director] Patricia Dayleg [treasurer] Charmaine Malabanan [events coordinator] Ian Urbina [secretary] Marwin Lustre [company class host, director of newgroundz] John Almiranez [director of newgroundz] Jonkristoffer Bisda, [Public Relations Director]

[ Project D ] Dance Company 2009

Not Pictured: Raymond Chan

[HIATUS]

RESUME

Awards 2009.11 Pride II Dance Competition (1st place) 2009.11 BU Fusion presents... Elements X: A Hip Hop Dance Competition (2nd place) 2009.07 Kollaboration NYC (2nd place) 2009.06 World of Dance NYC (2nd place) 2008.11 Pride Dance Competition (1st place) Workshops & Classes 2009.08 I AM PHRESH Workshop (Philladelphia, PA) 2009.07 Boogiezone Community Class (Roselle Park, NJ) 2008.07 Boogiezone Community Class (Alhambra, CA) Stage Performances 2009.11 Fordam University's APAC Asia Night 2009.08 Meadowlands Expo: Philippine Fiesta (Secaucus, NJ) 2009.07 Blender Theater: White Affair (New York City, NY) 2009.05 SCAT Productions: Beat Freaks & Quest Crew Show 2009.04 Team Millennia presents...PRELUDE EAST COAST (New York City, NY) 2008.11 Fordam University's APAC Asia Night (New York City, NY) 2008.11 Team Millennia presents...PRELUDE NORCAL (San Mateo, CA) 2008.07 SCAT Productions: Jabbawockeez Showcase (Jersey City, NJ) 2008.08 Meadowlands Expo: Philippine Fiesta (Secaucus, NJ) 2008.08 Bea Alonzo Showcase (Secaucus, NJ) 2007.08 Meadowlands Expo: Philippine Fiesta (Secaucus, NJ) 2006.08 FLASH DTC 2006 (Seton Hall Univ.) 2006.05 Regine Velasquez Showcase 2006.08 Meadowlands Expo: Philippine Fiesta (Secaucus, NJ) 2005.08 FLASH DTC 2005 (Seton Hall Univ.) 2005.08 Meadowlands Expo: Philippine Fiesta (Secaucus, NJ) 2005.06 Six Flags Great Adventure Dancefest (NJ) 2005.02 Ramapo Ms. Philippine Pagent (Ramapo, NJ)

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Ooh GorL, CHISMIS.

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So apparently, UC: Irvine's very own, KABA Modern (now ADBC famed acclaimed as well), will be in the NYC vicinity on Sunday. MAY 25th, 2008 at MANSION - 530 W.28th Street. Between 10th and 11th AVE. Performing for Memorial Sunday -- sponsored by AccessNightLife. If you haven't been on the West Coast and seen them live at Friendship Games or at shows like VIBE or Fusion, then you definitely do not want to miss this. Unfortunately, that event is 21+ up only, so all you 20 and below kiddos -- tough luck. Unless you wanna wait for ECDC or Prelude EC to pick them up for a showcase -- which I highly doubt, because most likely they'll be on hell week for Fusion -- then if you're 21+, see what all the hype about is behind Kaba Modern. SPEAKING of ECDC, FORMALity, YES...FORMAL-ity...Will be showcasing at this Year's ECDC. Don't believe me? Erik Saradpon personally announces looking out for FORMALity in the month of MAY at ECDC in Washington, D.C. [youtube=http://youtube.com/watch?v=hIPMjYMA00c] Oh and speaking of PRELUDE EC. Thanks again to FR3SH Dance Co. in Collaboration with Team Millennia for throwing on an AWESOME PRELUDE EC Showcase! Out of the West Coast Teams that have tried out for ABDC, Team Millennia will actually be on this summer's ABDC2. Maybe SOREAL from Texas made it for the South division of ABDC? Supposedly FR3SH Dance Co. has made it, too. -- IF SO, then there is no doubt that the East Coast will be honestly and best represented on MTV. ABDC is definitely going to be ALL KINDS of SICKNASTY this season.

Projectd D: MAY Workshops!

pdstyle — Fri, 09 May 2008 11:43:31 +0000

its up! HERES THE MAY WORKSHOP FLYER! help us spread it out! the faceBOOK WORKSHOP link http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=14440454841&ref=ts the CODE (cut and paste to myspace and facebooks!) the visual

FR3SH Dance Company Classes! are BACK!

pdstyle — Mon, 12 May 2008 01:41:27 +0000

Chances are if you're reading this right now...then they've probably been done as we speak. But here's the info anyway! WEEK 1 - MAY 11 BEGINNER : ADRIAN CAUSING ADVANCED : ADRIAN CAUSING BIO: Adrian Causing began dancing at the age of 8, starting his training in jazz, modern, ballet, and tap. While training in these dance forms, he was introduced to hip-hop choreography when he was 14. During this time he also was a core dancer for the American Dance Theater of New Jersey, under the direction of Kimberly Tam. At the age of 16, Adrian founded the FR3SH Dance Company, and soon after, became part of the Culture Shock Dance Troupe in New York City. Adrian, now 21, continues to train and constantly takes advantage of the opportunities presented to him. He has taught at various dance schools in the tri-state area, as well as locations in Canada, California, and Boston. He has also performed at venues such as the famous Choreographers Carnival in NYC, and has trained all over the US with some of the nations top hip-hop choreographers. He is also a full-time student at Rutgers, the State University in NJ, double majoring in Art History and Communication. LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o3tHbcFNSMM [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o3tHbcFNSMM] -------------------------------------------- Classes are broken down into two levels: First time whipping out your dance shoes? Take a stab at our BEGINNER level class. Dancing your "thing"? Try our ADVANCED level class. PARAGON BALLROOM 291 West Clay Avenue Roselle Park, NJ 07204 http://paragonballroom.com/ CLASSES ARE AVAILABLE EVERY SUNDAY! REGISTRATION: 3:30PM Beginner Class: 3:45PM - 5PM Advanced Class: 5PM - 6:15PM COST: $10 (Pre-Registered) $12 (Door) PRE-REGISTER via E-mail FR3SHCo@hotmail.com - NAME - E-MAIL - LOCATION - How did you hear about it? E-mail FR3SHCo@hotmail.com to sign up for the FR3SH newsletter and for a $5 coupon (for the first class you take). http://www.fr3shonline.com/ http://www.myspace.com/fr3sh_dance http://youtube.com/user/FR3SHDanceCompany *NOTE: KEEP CHECKING THE SCHEDULE TO SEE WHO THE TEACHERS ARE AND TO SEE IF CLASSES ARE CLOSED DURING A SPECIFIC DAY* ------------------------------------------ AND MAKE SURE TO CHECK OUT PROJECT D Pre Audition workshops May 27! Project D May Workshops on MAY 31st and PROJECT D OPEN AUDITIONS JUNE 3!!!!

ECDC 2008: Saturday, MAY 24

pdstyle — Mon, 12 May 2008 01:54:19 +0000

Come out and watch some of East Coast's FINEST Dance teams battle it out at the 5th Annual East Coast Dance Competition hosted by Culture Shock! Oh yea and SEE, we didn't LIE -- Formality SD is showcasing at ECDC too! Check the FLYER! Good luck to Fr3sh Dance Co. and Major Definition at ECDC!

SERCis Company!

pdstyle — Mon, 12 May 2008 02:37:36 +0000

DANG mayne. Seems like all the teams are having their auditions this summer! Well if you couldn't help choose one to audition for....here's another one up your alley!

Also Known As "SiC"Dance to express, not to impress.

"I step into the elevator and press the 2nd floor button. As it lifts me higher and higher, I can hear the music growing louder and I start to embed the beat and melody into my mind. The doors open and I step into a fresh, vibrant world. Laughter, music, and movement surround me. In one corner someone is free-styling and there are several spectators. In another corner there are people fooling around and changing up the music. This is one of the most valued aspects of my life. This is the life of a dancer. This is the life of a SERCisCompany member ... The comfort that we find in communicating our style and what we represent becomes a message to the outside world; our purpose is to solely be there and show the uninformed people of the changes and revolution in dance society ... SERCisCompany is one of hierarchy and respect. We first started out as a group of friends striving to become better dancers and have fun while performing. However, in realizing that structure is needed for growth, we established governance ... Using our way of dress, bold lifestyles, and fresh dancing capabilities, we communicate our stance in society and how dancers and audiences everywhere are affected ... Our message is simply this: you cannot silence the music of our passion." - A Competitive Culture [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/v/KAmFUFiRyNM]

SERCis Company Facebook Group http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=14410307876 videos in there too!

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SERCis Co. Auditions FACE BOOK Event

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=16422552126

Time and Place
Date:	Saturday, June 14, 2008
Time:	4:00pm - 7:00pm
Location:	SERC Busch Campus
City/Town:	Piscataway, NJ

Contact Info
Phone:	2016182963
Email:	serciscompany@gmail.com

Want to find a hobby or even develop a new passion? Want to get more involved in the dance revolution that is currently sweeping our nation? This is your biannual opportunity to see if you're cut out to be a member of SiC! Supporters, friends, family are ALL welcome.

Audition Dates (subject to change) : - June 14, 2008 Time: - 4:00pm - TBD Location: - 2nd floor of SERC on Busch Campus, Rutgers New Brunswick * The artistic director will most likely be teaching you a 32 count within 1 hour. There is a optional freestyle cipher session in which you will recieve bonus points *

FLO DANCE TEAM AUDITIONS! May 31st!

pdstyle — Wed, 14 May 2008 04:34:46 +0000

FLO Dance TEAM AUDITIONS are happening soon! And if you're in the NYC area and are planing to join a team, this probably would be your best choice! Since its beginnings in June 2005, Flo Dance Team is a New York/ New Jersey based group that aspires to instill within its group members, dance community, and all of its audiences the meaning of leadership, teamwork, 'Synergy' (the combining of unique energies to create a powerful force), friendship, family values, and a positive attitude through the amazing and most enjoying art of Hip Hop and Modern Dance. FLO is about letting the feeling of God's gifts and blessings 'flo' through your body and just make you move like no one's watching. FLO is about bringing together talents and different styles of dance to learn and cherish the art in many ways. Finally, FLO is about "Ohana" and ohana means "Family," and family is everybody whom we live life with. These are the people who we don't leave behind or ever forget - team member, fellow dancer, or spectator, we all make it FLO. We as ambitious dreamers always strive for excellence within ourselves, committing to never accept ordinary.

We seek to enlighten, inspire, and empower audiences of all ages and backgrounds.

[mission statement] Through practices and performances we are able to instill leadership, build confidence, and express and embrace individuality through dancing. We distinguish ourselves from the ordinary through our wide-range of abilities and awesome talents in dance. Creativity is key to our performances as we look to not only incorporate “mainstream” songs and hip-hop dancing but also to include various styles of dance. Flo Dance Team started as a small group of friends who came together to share a common interest in dancing. Dancing is our passion, our stress reliever, and our way of expressing ourselves. It is this passion that drives us to reach for bigger and better things. Combining all forms of dance from ballroom to Latin, hip-hop to jazz we strive to establish ourselves outside mainstream dance groups – as a group with a unique identity and style of expression. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xymVz7GCJSI] youtube vid of their past audition! http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=13152709895 FaceBOOK EVENT http://www.myspace.com/flodanceteam FLO MySPACE ---------------------------------------------- BUT If you aren't planning to audition on MAY 31, COME OUT to project D OPEN WORKSHOPS with Hanna Herbertson (Dancehall Fusion Extraoradinaire) and Dennis Caindec (Culture Shock LA's finest). Great alternative if you want to dance and the NYC isn't so accessible! (WORKSHOP FLYER is posted under SERCis Co. Auditions Post...so scroll down!) http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=14440454841&ref=ts Project D OPEN WORKSHOPS FaceBOOK Event.

4th PHIL-US EXPO 08!

pdstyle — Wed, 14 May 2008 16:15:09 +0000

DOING ANYTHING THIS SUNDAY, MAY 18th? IF you live in Jersey City, and if you're somewhat involved with any Filipino Community in NJ, chances are you or your friends are probably going to be at this event at the NEW JERSEY NATIONAL GUARD ARMORY. Planing on going? Nah? How about if we told you that we're performing? Would you go now? SURE! OF course you would! ANYWAY -- CATCH Project D performing at the 4th Annual PHIL-US EXPO THIS SUNDAY, MAY 18th, around 4:45 P.M. !!! We're gonna put on a great show and ya'll definitely do not want to miss it, for all you pD'a'lytes! ------------------------------------------------- AND... IF anyone has known Fred Laurente, or better yet, has heard of "Jo'heezy", "Chillaboom", or "teng a.k.a. Wu-T3ng a.k.a. t3ngo"...then you've probably heard of SOUL'D. SOUL'D! will be debuting this SUNDAY at the 4th annual PHIL-US EXPO? But wait, you don't know who SOUL'D is? Well I'm glad you asked! Soul'd represents the passion, dedication, and ambition for the art of dance. Through dancing, we are able to express the many characteristics, abilities, creativity, and achievements with a positive outlook on life. Our collaboration of directors and dancers from the cultural modern cotillions, and Urban Dance troupe, we have been brought together with the same mission and purpose. To touch, move, and inspire the Soul to Dance; as we are Soul'd. Definitely a team thats as real as it gets. HOW real? Well...pretty damn real. Here's a youtube onslaught. [youtube=http://youtube.com/watch?v=2Zk9Sj9YHFo] [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9iQ2SXsgkR4] COME OUT AND SUPPORT them on SUNDAY, MAY 18th! They're scheduled to perform around 2:45PM at the NEW JERSEY GUARD ARMORY. HURRAH for a growing dance community!

SERENA YANG! ONE DAY ONLY!

pdstyle — Fri, 16 May 2008 03:04:42 +0000

HYPE! HYPE HYPE! hahaha. Okay for serious, PROJECT D -- FOR ONE DAY ONLY -- will be having 909, SHEroes, and BREED's very own SERENA YANG teaching THIS SATURDAY at STEP BY STEP in Bergenfield NJ! CLASS starts at 10:30AM til 12PM. Damage is just five bucks! TELL EVERYONE ABOUT IT!!! AND COME LEARN from the West Coast's finest!

Serena Yang

EXPERIENCE

17 yrs ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical
909 Hip Hop Dance Troupe- 3rd yr 07-08 Public Relations
Breed - 08
SHEroes - 08

Credits:

Eve- Dawn of a new horizon
Essence Burlesque
Surreal
Street Family
Museum Fashion Magazine- Vegas with Snoop Dogg; Magazine Launch in LA
DDO Artist Agency in LA
TeeNick Concerts 2001- Avril Lavigne, Lil' Romeo, Mario, B2K

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u463wQf-1q0] Keyshia Cole - Was It Worth It

[youtube=http://youtube.com/watch?v=tZSmHOqTp8Q] Alicia Keys - Like You'll Never See Me Again

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AULAf3Db6LI] at stylz dance studio

SHE'S HEYLA MAD COOL! COME OUT AND MEET HER!

THE FACEBOOK EVENT! http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=18423361659

CORRECTION!

pdstyle — Sat, 17 May 2008 18:04:37 +0000

AUDITIONS ARE NOT CANCELED as YOU'VE SEEN ON THE FACEBOOK! AUDITIONS ARE STILL HAPPENING as SCHEDULED! I REPEAT! PRE AUDITION WORKSHOPS for MAY 27, WORKSHOPS for MAY 31, and AUDITIONS FOR JUNE 3 ARE NOT CANCELED!!!!! SO COME OUT! BRING YOUR FAMILY and FRIENDS and be a part of the gathering for FINDING out Project D's 2008-2009 Roster! ONCE AGAIN PRE AUDITION WORKSHOPS for MAY 27, WORKSHOPS for MAY 31, and AUDITIONS FOR JUNE 3 ARE NOT CANCELED!!!!! COME OUT AND SUPPORT your local dance teams! BTW, ROUND 3 freestyle cypher is OPEN to everyone!

SYNERGY is the NEW MOVEMENT...

pdstyle — Tue, 20 May 2008 01:11:25 +0000

Check out the new page addition above for more info! Oh yea...and it's GONNA BE FREE. YES. FREE.

SYNERGY 2009

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IMAGINE a unified dance community that constantly aspires to inspire: to attain new levels of expression -- a positive atmosphere where emerging talent feeds off of other talent. It’s a place where new talent is born, and the talented are reborn. Imagine a close knit dance community that constantly evolves exponentially on a macro scale. Imagine yourself becoming an essential component to the most daring movement ever conceived. Ever. SYNERGY hopes to achieve all this by organizing the largest INTER-team dance workshop ever in NJ, and possibly the east coast. This upcoming every other month event creates an opportunity for all teams within the tri-state area -- and possibly the east coast -- to network equally and provide opportunities for choreographers of other teams to put their choreography skills on display towards other teams. This trade convention of quality choreography would put everyone on the map in terms of ability and therefore inspire others to better their dance skill --THUS raising our dance community's dance level significantly: through unity. "A DANCE DAY MOVEMENT" SUMMER 2009 Log on to http://pdstyle.wordpress.com for everything project_D on top of your east coast dance connectivity news. MORE INFO TO BE POSTED UP SOON. CHECK BACK for more updates and rotations! "THE East Coast Dance Community is going to explode."--Annonymous *updated 2008.11.25* [SYNERGY - the Choreo Pool] (pending)

Liz De Guzman
Karlo Soria
Katrina Badiola
Angelita Del Rosario
David Arroyo
Sam Guirnela
Jeff Manosca
Mark Garcia
Edwin Escaro
Mark Choi
Steven Armendi
Jeff Laconico
Myron Merced
Brian Lanier Henninger
Maurice Dean
Jake Pesquira
Jorge Aguas
Shoey Sun
Ben Fullon

*Want to be a part of the choreo pool? Want to put your skills on display for the empowerment of our dance community? Think your moves can inspire? Then shoot us an email to Projectd.nj@gmail.com with the subjectline SYNERGY! I'm Interested! *UPDATED 2009.08.22* [SYNERGY - summer QTR] *Note this event is NON-profit. All proceeds go towards funding for the selected hall in use. All money made in excess gets rolled over to help cover hall fee for the next SYNERGY. Excess funds may also be donated to a charity or cause of our choice! (Any suggestions?)

5th ANNUAL ECDC!!!

pdstyle — Sat, 24 May 2008 00:57:24 +0000

Culture Shock, Washington, D.C. Inc. is proud to present the 5th Annual Culture Shock East Coast Dance Competition. This event features pre-selected amateur and collegiate dance teams from all over the east coast, competing in a full concert-format show. The competition will be held on Saturday, May 24 at the historic Warner Theater. Good luck to home state team, FR3SH Dance Co. this weekend, as well as Major Def, and everyone else!

NEW UPDATE to AUDITION page

pdstyle — Mon, 26 May 2008 05:47:01 +0000

http://www.adrive.com/public/0869bb6c19a70cfaa51f015840806fe2b73a6c4cf9e5cc88cd387a24bb608126.html THE AUDITION FORM IS UP! DOWNLOAD and hand in to us at the PRE AUDITION WORKSHOP but NO LATER THAN AUDITION DAY JUNE 3!!! click on the audition info 2008 page above!

POST ECDC!

pdstyle — Mon, 26 May 2008 06:39:14 +0000

THE RESULTS ECDC 2008

1st FR3SH Dance Co. (NJ) 2nd Rhythm City (NY) 3rd Dynamic (MD) ---------------------------- SO HOW WAS ECDC? I don't know. But KARLO SORIA DOES! Here's a few about his experience at this year's ECDC. I was very excited yet nervous about going to ECDC. Our first trip to ECDC two years ago, we won 3rd place with the Bad Set. Last year we won 2nd place with the Office Set. So this year we were hoping for 1st p lace with the IPod Set. I was more comfortable with our set this year because we debuted it at Boston in March then had time to clean the set and tweak it a bit it for Prelude in April then tweaked it again for ECDC. The atmosphere was filled with encouraging excitement. All the groups supported one another and watched in awe during tech. It felt like no one was competing and that we were all there to showcase our talent for the love of dance I mad happy because I got to meet people from different teams and I also got to reunite with some old friends from CSDC, Major Definition, and Culture Shock Canada. It was also exciting to see FORMality and CSSD perform! Some of the dancers watched the live feed from backstage and crowded around a small television. We all cheered for one another before and after each performance, whether it be a showcasing or competing team. I was pretty stoked because the judges were Angie Bunch, Dennis Caindec, Arnel Calvario, Viola Elkins, Luam Keflezgy, Erik Saradpon, and Jasmin Weder. Judges are always looking for cleanliness, execution, energy, technique, and transitions. This years ECDC was very emotional because it marks the end of the season for FR3SH. Some of the members are quitting and doing other things, a few just graduated from college so it was an emotional weekend. Check out the youtube video: http://www.youtube.com/v/OqqsZnT20Nc When they announced the winners, some of us were still in the backstage not knowing what was happening or going on. I'm not gonna lie, I cried when they announced that we won. All that hard work, late night practices, and bruises from the knee drops during the locking piece was worth it. We felt unified as a family hugging one another and crying. The night ended with going to the free after party at some art gallery with an open cypher and then more celebration at our hotel. The next day our team building event was eating lunch at PF Changs in Baltimore and walking around and taking numerous pictures. This weekend was pretty amazing and I'm excited for what's in store for FR3SH this summer: summer intensive, Funks SF showcase, Culture Shock Canada showcase, auditions, and classes (beginner/advanced) every Sunday! Keep checking the website: www.fr3shonline.com

PRE-AUDITION WORKSHOPS TODAY!

pdstyle — Tue, 27 May 2008 03:56:26 +0000

YEP! Project D's PRE-AUDITION WORKSHOPS are TODAY, TUESDAY. 4PM - 7PM at STEP by STEP DANCE Sport, INC in Bergenfield, NJ. IF YOU ARE AUDITIONING, YOU NEED TO COME OUT and learn the pieces for JUNE 3! Plus more info will be ready after the workshop. There will be a $5 dollar fee to learn the pieces. BRING your audition forms if you have them completed! JUNE 3rd is the last day for submittal. (PDF) http://www.adrive.com/public/0869bb6c19a70cfaa51f015840806fe2b73a6c4cf9e5cc88cd387a24bb608126.html ALL INFO is on the AUDITION PAGE (click above at audition info 2008) THE AUDITION MIX WILL SOON BE POSTED after PREAUDITIONWORKSHOPS on the front page and ON the AUDITION INFO PAGE. "BUT What if I CAN'T MAKE the PRE-AUDITION DAY and I really want to AUDITION?" Then shoot us an EMAIL at ProjectD.nj@gmail.com with your NAME, CELL, EMAIL addy, reason for missing preAUDITIONS, and "I REALLY WANT TO AUDITION" as the subject line. If we get it on time, your name should be on the manifest list for JUNE 3. CAN I Record VIDEO? YEA YOU SURE CAN! With three audition pieces taught? Of course you're gonna need something to help you remember. HOWEVER, if you do post these up ONLINE, please give credit where credit is due and provide a link to the http://pdstyle.wordpress.com site in the INFO of the vid (if youtube). DO I REALLY GOTTA PAY $5 just to watch (ON JUNE 3rd)? We're trying to work it out as we speak. IF we are holding audition performances in the SMALL studio room, then each person watching is a body taking up space plus accounting for the number of bodies who ARE auditioning -- thus $5 will be a fee to relieve us of the space capacity issue. HOWEVER, if AUDITION PERFORMANCES are approved in the BIG room of SBS, then watching fee is lowered to $3 to accommodate for MORE people who would like to watch. Got more questions? Shoot us an email or just give us a reply on this post (no need to sign up!)

SO Liz De Guzman Remembers...

pdstyle — Tue, 27 May 2008 18:09:20 +0000

NOT Really My post. Credit goes out to Liz De Guzman (HI BIG SIS!) for all this reflection. I thought this was a pretty sweet note and decided to post it up for all to show. Hopefully everyone who went to ECDC is still on that "dance high." Congrats again to FR3SH for placing first at ECDC! ------------------------ So I Remember.... being 18 and watching my first dance video. It was Kaba Modern's Vibe 10 set. Last night, I met Kaba Modern and in DC, I met Arnel Calvario and told him I loved his CSLA media kit that I worshiped for the last 3 years.. A year and 1/2 since watching my 1st dance video, I joined the FR3SH Family and have been blessed w/the best memories/experiences: MAY 2008 - Chilling w/Kaba Modern @ THE MANSION MAY 2008 - Getting advice from Arnel Calvario (Kaba Modern, Founder) and Formality's Director - Erik Sarapdon @ ECDC MAY 2008 - Winning 1st Place at Culture Shock DC's 2008 ECDC APRIL 2008 - Prelude EC: Dance Competition w/22 AMAZING TEAMS (Rhythmology - NJ, Capital Funk - MD/DC, Project D - NJ, ReDefinition - IL, Major Definition - MD, Hip Hop Theory - NY, Kinematix Dance Troupe - MA, Team Technique - NJ, Fusion Dance Company - MA, D.O.A. (Dead on Arrival) - VA, PARE Dance Team - NY, Phunk Phenomenon - MA, Static Noyze - MA, Vibes - MA, FR3SH Dance Company- NJ, FR3SH JUNIORS - NJ, TEAM MILLENNIA - CA, Funkanometry SF - CA, BoogieBots Crew - NJ/MD/DC, S.T.F.U., RAPS Dance Troupe, Random Suburban Kids From Jersey That Sorta Dance - NJ) APRIL 2008 - Prelude EC: Dance Competition SPONSORS (Red Bull, Boogiezone, Peridance, Hot Stepz Magazine, Luam by Wildchild Nation, University Centre) + one KICK ASS AD JOURNAL APRIL 2008 - Watching the Funks SF set sitting next to Ivan Koumaev on my left and Boogiezone Founder, Elm Pizarro on my right APRIL 2008 - Prelude EC: Workshops @ The Hilton - Jeff, Rocko, Kyle, Jed APRIL 2008 - Networking w/Hip Hop International, Boogiezone + MTV APRIL 2008 - Miguel Zarate FR3SH Company Class APRIL 2008 - FR3SH Dance Troupe, LLC is established and we become an official company MARCH 2008 - 1st FR3SH Agency Signed Dancer - David Arroyo (BLOC) DECEMBER 2007 - 1st FR3SH FAMILY Christmas NOVEMBER 2007 - Chillin w/Ryan Feng + Philippine AllStars NOVEMBER 2007 - Big win for the whole family. Reign or Shine w/FR3SH Family - 1st Place SEPTEMBER 2007 - FR3SH 1st Annual Semi-Formal @ The Holiday Inn SEPTEMBER 2007 - CAMP FR3SH AUGUST 2007 - FR3SH Juniors + FR3SH FAMILY established AUGUST 2007 - 1st booth @ Meadowlands Expo JULY 2007 - 1st FR3SH Summer Intensive w/Luam. Dennis Caindec. Joseph Nontanovan JULY 2007 - 1st International Performance - Culture Shock Canada Showcase APRIL 2007 - Defining Rhythm Showcase w/Pac Modern APRIL 2007 - FR3SH 2nd CARNIVAL: Choreographer's Ball performance All of this in the last year.... other notable FR3SH Guests... Ellie Burke-Jef Mendoza-Ryan Feng-Philippine All Stars-Jun Quemado-Gigi Torres-Kyle Hanagami-Rocko Luciano-Jeff Viray-Jed Florano-Dennis Caindec-Joseph Nontanovan-Luam Keflezgy-Hanna Herbertson-Emron-Cheryl Koo-Miguel Zarate-Melissa Reyes I kno for a fact i'm forgetting something/someone - (FR3SH feel free to remind me) but nonetheless.. What makes these experiences worthwhile is sharing these memories with the most amazing FR3SH FAMILY! You are the SOURCE of my INSPIRATION on a daily basis. With everything I do, with every decision I make - I do for my FR3SH Famiy, for the east coast dance community, for the good of the universal dance community. I live each experience looking to learn and to inspire. If I can even slightly touch the life of one person as each experience/guest teacher has inspired me, I would be grateful. NEXT: Performing at Funks SF's Showcase in June FUNKANOMETRY SF presents...the SOCKHOP!

The Line up:

Funkanometry SF

Funkanometry San Diego

Funksters

Project EM

Kaba Modern (Irvine)

Team Millennia (Fullerton)

Boogie Monstarz (Sacramento)

Loose Change (San Francisco)

Choreo Cookies (San Diego)

DS Players (Bay Area)

The Company (Daly City)

FR3SH Dance Company (New Jersey)

Big Things Poppin for FR3SH + the East Coast... Stay Tuned! =)

THE AUDITION MIX IS UP

pdstyle — Tue, 27 May 2008 19:00:59 +0000

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD the AUDITION MIX. Four Songs. Three pieces of choreo that was learned. One Mystery song for ya'll (STAGE ones) to choreograph. Seven Days from TODAY to perfect it. GOOD LUCK TO EVERYONE ON JUNE 3rd at AUDITIONS. And as FR3SH would say it, "Ya'll betta WERRRKKKK!" AUDITION mix is also AVAILABLE on the AUDITIONS INFO page! JUNE 3rd IS gonna be siiiick

YOUUUUU!-tube vids galore!

pdstyle — Wed, 28 May 2008 10:51:40 +0000

Not a total ONSLAUGHT, but two vids that might catch your attention...

FR3SH Dance Co. at ECDC [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mScOVUsXXog] props to cbadiola for the upload

Project D 2008 Audition Pieces (Will also be posted in AUDITION INFO page) [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=55rB-X4Cezc] practice it hard auditionees! and see ya'll kill it on JUNE 3rd.

and thanks again to everyone who came out to learn the pieces today despite the "conditions." your continued support and undeniable desire to dance is definitely a reward in itself for us all! see ya'll back at STEP by STEP on JUNE 3rd.

MINI TEAM ROSTER IS UP!

pdstyle — Thu, 29 May 2008 06:18:52 +0000

updated 03.JUNE.2008

MINI TEAM ROSTER.

	A	B	C	E
1				Team #'s
2	Anne Marty	Princess Silva	~~Merril Villanueva~~	1
3
4	Regine Lustre	Marwin Lustre	Marie	2
5
6	Romeo Estrada	Arber Matai	Richard Blackwood	3
7
8	Maria Irene	Jt Roberts	Elizabeth Espinar	4
9
10	AJ Delgra	Ian Urbania	Raymond Chan	5
11
12	Eric D.	Nina D.	Judy Galang	6
13
14	Jennifer Coronado	Brian C.	Kevin Armada	7
15
16	AJ Cruz	Greatch Banaag	Miguel Karlo Patawaran	8
17
18	~~alt: Matt Olsen~~	~~Jonkristoffer Bisda~~		9
19
20	exceptions	Carlo Maghirang		10

CONTACT LIST! DOWNLOAD THIS to CONTACT your OTHER PARTNERS!

(MS excel required)

THE REST of the AUDITION LIST!

(MS excel required. check to make sure its correct! obviously everyone from stage one will be doing stage two also. but if you're doing stage 3, let us know of the correction.) NO CHANGES will BE MADE TO THE TEAMS! THEY ARE SET! Costumes, themes, team names, clever transitions, crowd pleasers, props, the whole shabangabang, is ENCOURAGED! GOOD LUCK AND SEE YOU ALL ON JUNE 3!

WHAT A WEEKEND for DANCE

pdstyle — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 00:04:59 +0000

PROJECT D WORKSHOPS SATURDAY. 11:30AM - 2PM. You know the Dilly. -----------------------------------------------

FLO DANCE TEAM AUDITIONS Generation 4 Saturday May 31, 2008 12:30 pm - 4:00 pm Auditions will be held at the PMT House of Dance 69 West 14 Street New York, NY --------------------------------------------------- FR3SH Dance Classes: JUNE 1st. (SUNDAY) PARAGON BALLROOM 291 West Clay Avenue Roselle Park, NJ 07204 REGISTRATION: 3:30PM Beginner Class: Carlo Badiola 3:45PM - 5PM Advanced Class: David Arroyo 5PM - 6:15PM COST: $10 (Pre-Registered)

$12 (Door) PRE-REGISTER via E-mail FR3SHCo@hotmail.com - NAME - E-MAIL - LOCATION

PROJECT D AUDITIONS are TODAY!

pdstyle — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 14:23:46 +0000

PROJECT D AUDITIONS

are TODAY! if you didn't realize it by now, TODAY IS JUNE 3! IF YOU FORGOT, then SHAME ON YOU! auditions are today at STEP BY STEP from 4-7PM!

STEP BY STEP DANCESPORT 24 New Bridge Rd., Bergenfield, N.J. 07621 Phone: (201) 384-6400 / (201) 244-7764

From New York Take GWB to Rt. 4W (2.5 Miles) Exit Teaneck Road/Bergenfield Teaneck Rd becomes Washington Ave. Turn left onto New Bridge Rd. (Landmark: Walgreen) STEP BY STEP is on your immediate left

From the NJ Turnpike (Northbound) Take local lanes toward GWB Exit 70B Teaneck. Turn right onto 2nd Traffic light (Stay on Teaneck Rd. for 4 Miles) Continue with direction listed above

From Garden State Parkway (GWS) Exit 161 (from Northbound or Southbound Continue onto Rt 4 East. Exit at Belle Ave. Turn left at Woods Left at Windsor, Right at 2nd traffic light (New Bridge Rd.) STEP BY STEP is on your right after Cornell Surgical Co.

From Eastbound Rt 80 Exit at 62A GSP North Continue with direction to***EXIT 161***

From Palisades Parkway Take GWB Exit at 303N (303 becomes Knickerbocker Rd. After about 3 miles) Turn right at Clinton Ave. Left at Washington Ave. Turn right ate the next traffic light (New Bridge Rd.) STEP BY STEP is on your immediate left

Registration and processing fee is $5.

if you're new, and incoming, and haven't registered during pre auditions, then don't forget to hand in your audition forms! (plus picture ID if you're 18+, or a parent if you're below 18!)
WE START at 4PM!

WATCHING fee is $3 (YES we will be using the big room for auditions). FreeStyle Session during STAGE III open to all! and YES you can bring cameras. EVERYONE IS INVITED so come out!! CHECK back often to see the roster for the new 2008-2009 Season of Project D

ABDC2 JUNE 7th!!!

pdstyle — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 16:04:29 +0000

[youtube=http://youtube.com/watch?v=tc4GRREPgwc] uploaded yesterday. Who to look out for? Team Milennia. SoReal. and more. America's Best Dance Crew, Season 2 is gonna bring the golden faiya.

AUDITIONS were wooooooo!

pdstyle — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 01:17:47 +0000

THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO CAME OUT FOR AUDITIONS! IT WAS A GREAT SUCCESS! Recap, pictures, vids...AND the new Project D 2008-2009 Roster to be up SOON! *PROMISE!*

THE new 2008-2009 pD ROSTER!

pdstyle — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 23:06:56 +0000

Congratulations to the new 2008-2009 TEAM! It was such an amazing day for dance in our community and we were very impressed with the level of skill that was put on the table. Unfortunately, we can not take all of you! But please, do not get discouraged as competition was very fierce this year! The hardwork of everyone was well recognized by our panel and made the decision process a long and difficult one. We hope you all enjoyed the audition experience and we encourage you ALL to continue your passion to dance.

GUYS		GIRLS
MEMBERS	TRAINEES	MEMBERS	TRAINEES
Bernie Armendi- ED	Eric Dollentes	Judy Galang	Pauline Tarife
Steven Armendi - CD	Richard Blackwood	Marie Damaso	Nina Santocildes
Jeff Laconico - CD	Jeff Esquillo	Elizabeth Espinar	Lexine Deluca
Marwin Lustre	John Baluyut	Jen Coronado	Rachel Sadang
Romeo Estrada	Kevin Armada	Anne Marty	Ayano Tokunaga
JT Roberts	Travis Samson	Irene Carmona	Princess Silva
AJ Delgra	Miguel Patawaran		Alexandria Cruz
Raymond Chan	Edwin Cotto		Melissa Garing
Ian Urbina	Chris Desamparado		Regina Lustre
Brian Coronado	Jonkristoffer Bisda		Patricia Dayleg
Arber Matai	Dann Medina		Greatch Banaag

ED = Exec. Director CD = Co-Director (Coordinating Director)

OK. SO what now?

pdstyle — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 00:25:32 +0000

EASY QUESTION - EASY ANSWER. All Returning Project D Members from last season please meet up at Step BY Step at 9AM!!! ALL New incoming Project D Newbies please come to STEP by STEP at 10AM. NOT TOMORROW but SATURDAY, JUNE 7th, 2008. congratulations again to the New Project D 2008 team! PICTURES, and Vids to COME! but for now, here's a recap from our very own Maria Irene! ---------------------------

yea! sooo i felt that auditions were AHHMAAZING! everyone stepped up their game and grew so muchhhh! you could tell how dancing became so much a part of everyone and that everyone does LOVE what they do :)

PROJECT D<3

... this group is TRULY one of a kind .. the thing i admire about this group is they are in it to help everyone grow... i like the aura[sp] i get from pD .. friendly and welcoming .. and no one in pD lets someone loook dumb .. winning is cool and losing feels yuckyyyy sometimes.. but pD recognizes something more than winning or losing .. they recognize hard work and growth ... yeea, losing is wack.. we didn't place at prelude but it was ootay with me (ILL SPEAK FOR MYSELF KOS IDK BOUT ERRY1 ELSE) but i felt good as hell on the stage knowing i worked my ass off to look awesome .. waHhwaHh . me getting all sappy... i love PROJECT D!!!!!! we're growing into something so amazing.. WHAT GOES DOWN WILL RISE UP !!! <3

and dont worry i will be goin to work in cali .. i cannot let myyyy gamme dowwn yeeee digg ;]

ouu, hopfully i make sense! aHAHah ---Maria Irene

You want em? I got em!

pdstyle — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 09:24:39 +0000

SCHOOL'S OUT! and you STILL WANT CLASSES? Well then, we've got some for all you hungry dancers out there... Project_D starts company classes on JUNE 14th! $10 bucks to "go to worrrrk" with our choreographers every Saturday! The week of JUNE 21st, we'll be having Marwin Lustre and Jeff Laconico teach class! And what about the week after that? Well...you'll just have to come and SEE!

[youtube=http://youtube.com/watch?v=XpbGQVFD_vE] Here's a sample of Steve's work RHYTHMOLOGY has workshops, TOO! EVERY TUESDAY for the MONTH of JUNE starting next week, take class from some of RHYTHMOLOGY's finest choreographers! $10 at the DOOR. Plus Tuesday Night Krew sessions after 8PM! -- be ready to BATTLE! The FaceBook http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=45104150227&ref=ts The YouTUBE http://youtube.com/rhythmology

AND DON'T FORGET...SYNERGY - the inter-team collabo dance workshop presented by PROJECT D- is coming SOON!...sooner than you think, and we've got quite the line up this summer!

ALSO LOOK OUT FOR PROJECT_D and RHYTHMOLOGY (and also PART-TIME MODELS) at ST. Peter's College on JULY12 for the Jabbawockies & Melissa Reyes Showcase put on by DFD.

Summer is sure going to be one crazy season...

ABDC Season 2

pdstyle — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 10:34:13 +0000

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RXlINNtFBdM] notice anyone familiar?

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=isAJYhip8oU] words of wisdom

AUDITION HIGHLIGHTS

pdstyle — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 21:22:30 +0000

For those of you that missed June 3rd...well this is what you missed. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Sz3HsLzu5I]

ABDC2...what the fudge!

pdstyle — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 22:48:24 +0000

Upset? Furious? Perplexed? D. All of the Above? Yea, I feel ya... Just when I thought SEASON 2 was going to be pretty BOMB, yet another letter-downer smacks you in the face. Well for anyone in the NJ region, we've got Sassx7 (a.k.a Rutgers Dance Team, not RDT) representing NJ, and then if anyone knows Bryan East, he's reppin' BoogieBotz from Washington D.C. In my opinion, it would've been dope seeing a team like FR3SH or Phunk Phenomenon represent our coast as well, but FAIL! (#1) FAIL #2 is probably ABDC's decision to cut Team Millennia over Fanny Pack. But then again, West Coast competition was fierce as SuperCrew, Supreme SOUL (yeee!), fanny pack, and team milllenia definitely represented hard, making it a tough decision for the judges. Whatevs! I still would've thought it would've been dope if they made the cut teams battle each other like last season for another spot. It's cool, we've still got SoReal and Supreme SOUL to cheer on from our west coast dance circuit and Boogiebotz, and Sassx7 to cheer on from our own coast. But Jed, Jeff, Jun, Alexis, Knicole, and Wobz, we feel ya! ----------------------------------- Some vids of my top picks who should've made it (and/or did make it). FR3SH Dance Company SOREAL SOREAL_1 Team Millennia Essence FORMALity Supreme SOUL Vogue Evolution

SERCis Co. Auditions this week!

pdstyle — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 06:22:28 +0000

"Just a reminder to say that IT'S ALMOST THAT TIME. SERCisCompany Auditions are being held this Saturday, June 14th! It's going to be in the SERC Building on Busch Campus, Rutgers New Brunswick. Better see ya'll there haulin ass and having fun (: if you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact any one of the SERCisCompany members and we'll be happy to help. See you Saturday!" --- Janet Yang

Time and Place
Date:	Saturday, June 14, 2008
Time:	4:00pm - 7:00pm
Location:	SERC Busch Campus
City/Town:	Piscataway, NJ

Contact Info
Phone:	2016182963
Email:	serciscompany@gmail.com

OH yea, and Project D will be having company class EVERY SATURDAY starting JUNE 14th. Beginner/Intermediate is from 12-1PM and Advanced is 1-2PM at STEP by STEP DanceSport, INC. in Bergenfield, NJ. Pre-register with us by shooting projectd.nj@gmail.com an EMAIL with your Name, cell, and class you're going to take to get a discounted rate!

classes & workshops

pdstyle — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 13:24:43 +0000

Project D is committed to providing our dancing community an entourage of dance classes to fulfill your hungry desire to move and to inspire you to groove. Our company hip-hop classes are held TUESDAY 8-9p Master Class Series with Steven Armendi and/or Jeff Laconico. The class features a progressive exploration into advanced body movement and focuses on the creative application of the upper torso, extensive usage of 3D space (floor, air, and area), and mastery of various grooves to provide depth and hip-hop flava in dance. Students will master their own interpretation of musicality in conjunction with the learned routines. The class is advanced level and is recommended for dancers with experience! WEDNESDAY 6-7p Wildstyle Wednesdays with Marwin Lustre features hip-hop fusion routines infused with either house, krump, and/or popping influences. Classes are intermediate to advanced level and are recommended for native freestyle dancers trying to transition into choreography and choreography-dancers seeking to pick up certain styles through choreography. THURSDAY 6-7p Thursday classes are Beginner-Intermediate level Hip-Hop with John Baluyut and/or Golda Gozum. Classes will teach dancers the basics of body movement, placement, and groove through mastery of fundamentals and basic dance technique through hip-hop pieces. Dancers will learn to pick up basic to intermediate dance combos while learning about body technique. New to dance, beginners, and intermediate level dancers are welcome! SATURDAY 2-3p Our signature saturday weekend company classes feature a different member (or collaboration of members) of Project D Dance Company every week! Classes are open level and are limited to the imagination of our featured dancers. *schedule subject to change. PRE-REGISTER NOW! http://jotform.com/form/92332300587 STEP by STEP Dancesport, INC. 24 New Bridge Road Bergenfield, NJ 07621 SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER and BE IN THE KNOW! http://visitor.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?m=1102180019420&p=oi LOG ON and KNOW YOUR EC DANCE COMMUNITY! http://pdstyle.wordpress.com PROJECT D TV on YOUTUBE http://www.youtube.com/projectddancecompany JOIN our FACEBOOK! http://www.facebook.com/projectd.nj *Company choreographer line up is subject to change and expand throughout the season.

WE ALSO are NOW PROUD to offer TUESDAY MASTER CLASSES with PROJECT D's very own co-directors, STEVEN ARMENDI and JEFF LACONICO every TUESDAY from 8-9PM starting JANUARY 5th, 2010 until MARCH!

ALSO look out for our new community class series entitled, FIRST OF THE MONTH community class featuring choreographers and community dancers from around our local community! We've called our (your friends) and they've said yes to teaching. Be on the look out for graphical monthly issue of who's teaching each month! In addition, Project_D offers special workshops and master classes throughout the season from regional choreographers based on their availability. Check back often to see our latest installment of choreographers! SPECIAL ONE DAY WORKSHOPS! [Recent Workshops] 2010.04.09 // Emerson Aquino; Funkanometry SF Kyle Limin; Project Em, Funkanometry SF 2010.04.03 // Jenny Valles; Kaba Modern Geo Lee; Instant Noodles, Kaba Modern Alum 2009.12.12 // Jackie Lautchang; SoReal Cru Andrew Baternia; SoReal Cru Pat Lam; SoReal Cru 2009.10.05 // Justin "JET LI" Valles; Culture Shock LA, Poreotics 2009.08.22 // Alvin De Castro; Beatphonik Dance Crew 2009.08.15 // Jay De Jesus; MECCAMEE 2009.08.08 // Jay Chris Moore; MECCAMEE 2009.07.29 // Jay De Jesus; MECCAMEE 2009.05.09 // Emmett Agapay; Choreo Cookies 2009.04.26 // Brian Puspos; SoReal Cru Andrew Baternia; SoReal Cru Pat Lam; SoReal Cru 2009.03.03 // Keone Madrid; Choreo Cookies 2009.03.03 // Mariel Martin; Funkanometry SF, Choreo Cookies 2009.03.02 // Brian Puspos; SoReal Cru 2008.12.20 // Toybox; Common Ground Alum., Team Millennia 2008.09.13 // David Arroyo; FR3SH Alum., INDUSTRY 2008.09.07 // Jun Quemado; Team Millennia ABDC, CSSD, Chill Factor 2008.08.30 // Ellis Barba; Meccamee Artistic Director, Culture Shock LV 2008.08.30 // Jay De Jesus; Meccamee 2008.08.05 // Kyle Hanagami; Funkanometry SF 2008.05.31 // Hanna Herbertson; Angel Feliciano Dance 2008.05.31 // Dennis Caindec; Culture Shock LA Artistic Director 2008.05.18 // Serena Yang; Breed, 909 Public Relations, SHEroes PRE-REGISTER NOW! http://jotform.com/form/92332300587

FORUM

pdstyle — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 14:33:39 +0000

ALL comments, questions, and team event promotions should go here (with proper linkage to the original source of information) by dropping a comment. All team promotions - the full comprehensive listing of your post will be on the front page by the next working day. *This will have to do for now until I can get us a section on the boogiezone forums or implement our own forum.

DynamiQ Faction from Queens, NY

pdstyle — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 03:10:49 +0000

Our mission as a team is to dance! As performers, we strive to entertain our audiences with our art and inspire other dancers to express theirs. As competitors, we commit ourselves to training our dancers - to draw out each of their fullest potentials in every aspect of dancing in a team. As mentors, we provide a great healthy learning environment for our members and those whom we instruct. As a family, we respect ourselves, our team, and other dance companies with the same vision in mind. And as leaders, we are all collectively devoted to providing a truly positive environment in our dance community. So if you're from QUEENS, NY, then stand up and if you know any of these people, then you know they're wassup. Yay for new teams! More after the jump. Ladies: Amelia Fortes Patricia 'Joy' Gavina Maryann Gonong Justine Ocampo Katie Ocampo Roseanne 'Rosie' Pacla Angelica Reynoso Kathryn 'Kat' Secretaria Mary-Ann 'Mimi' Ubarra Gentlemen: Erik Navoa Jake Pesquira Mathew 'Macho' Sila Adam 'Razr' Soto Irwin 'Hitman' Suba Kaiser Wang DynamiQFaction@gmail.com http://www.myspace.com/DynamiQFaction http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=10540509846

FR3SH Presents: a kaba modern workshop!!!

pdstyle — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 00:31:07 +0000

Ever dreamed about learning from some of Kaba Modern's finest, but always got thought it'd never happen because ya'll were stuck on the east coast? Well dreams are coming true -- thanks ARNEL and FR3SH!! This JULY 5TH, FR3SH Dance Company will be hosting a workshop with MIKE SONG and JIA HUANG of UCI's very own Kaba Modern!!! Really? (YES. Really really.) SO WHAT are you waiting for? You all best take an off day on july 5th and go! the venue Paragon Ballroom 291 West Clay Avenue Roselle Park, NJ 07204 the damage $20 for one class $35 for both classes THE SCHEDULE* 1:00PM Registration 2:00PM Jia Huang 3:30PM Mike Song 5:00PM Autographs & Pictures. *Note: There will be a watching / Autograph / Pictures fee of $7 if you do not take class. MORE DETAILS COMING SOON! fr3shonline.com

JABBAWOCKEEZ & Melissa Reyes!

pdstyle — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 04:28:46 +0000

IF you haven't heard already, SoCal's very own JABBAWOCKEEZ and TM's own Melissa Reyes will be in town SATURDAY, JULY 12th at the Yanitelli Center of Saint Peter's College! (Jersey City stand up!) WE HAVE TICKETS! YES WE DO! TICKETS are available through any of your local Project D members near your area!!! email ProjectD.nj@gmail.com NOW with your name, contact information and number of tickets interested for reserving or buying... Ya'll better STEP UP and Cop your tickets NOW because they WILL SELL OUT. We guarantee you it.

You could be a...part time model

pdstyle — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 17:32:08 +0000

The Part Time Models is a freestyle dance crew that focuses on the fundamental styles that make up the roots of hip hop dance - bboying, popping, locking, house, and party grooves. The Models strongly encourage the individuality of the dancer, as each member has their own distinct and unique style. They seek to inspire other dancers to think for themselves as well as to think out of the box, while at the same time emphasizing the need to learn dance history. Above all, the Models stress the fact that dancing should always be fun and to dance is to become the music in physical form. Oh, yeah. And they look ridiculously good, too.

The Part Time Models

Michael 'Suitkace' Capito Fernando 'LayZE' Guevara Jeremy 'Potassium' Flores Myron 'Sour Milk' Merced Erich 'Air Rich' Reyes Angelita 'Gigi' del Rosario Joon 'Distract' Choi http://www.myspace.com/parttimemodelz email us :: parttimemodels@hotmail.com http://www.facebook.com/pages/Part-Time-Models/14661219233?ref=ts join our fan club too!!! Catch them opening up for the JABBAWOCKEEZ and Melissa Reyes showcase on JULY 12TH!

KABA MODERN, FR3SH, & Rhythmology... OH MY!

pdstyle — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 15:43:58 +0000

MORE WEST COAST INVASION IS HAPPENING THIS SUMMER! FR3SH and RHYTHMOLOGY are opening for KABA MODERN this JULY 3rd at Club FLOW! If you couldn't make it the last time Kaba Modern (MTV Crew) was in town because you weren't 21, you can save face with this event because its 18+ and up! ALL THE Info after the jump! (which means click on MORE) and get to reading!!! Envision Nightlife . . . Presents . . . For The Very First Time in New York City (18+) * America's Best Dance Crew - KABA MODERN * Performing LIVE & Autograph Signing ONLY on THURSDAY JULY 3rd @ FLOW !! Join Envision Nightlife w/ Kaba Modern to kick-off your 4th of July weekend !! Guarantee the hottest party of the night !!! DON'T WAIT TIL THE LAST MINUTE ... SPECIAL PERFORMANCES BY :: - Rhythmology - FR3SH DANCE COMPANY www.fr3shonline.com www.myspace.com/fr3sh_dance ********* 18 to Taste it, 21 to get Wasted ******** SAVE THE DATE :: July 3rd, 2008 CLUB FLOW | 150 Varick St. | Btwn Spring & Vandam St. ** MUST HAVE A TICKET TO ENTER THE BUILDING ** Doors Open at 10PM !!! Advance Tickets are now available! Contact an Envision Nightlife Promoter for more details! Door Admission: $ TBA (ONLY LIMITED AMOUNT OF WALK-INS) Discounted Advanced Tickets: $20 for Ladies & Gentleman (LIMITED) * GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY BEFORE INFLATION !! *** Pricing includes, Admission to the Venue, Autograph Signing and Picture Taking with Kaba Modern, as well as our featured Event, a Live Performance by Kaba Modern! THE FACEBOOK EVENT http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=15282594164 *********************************************** Tickets Available NOW through ENVISION NY Promoters. CALL OR TEXT: For Manhattan: *Danny Cell: 646-345-1928 Email: dannyshen212@gmail For Brooklyn: *Eddie Cell: 646-269-7243 For Bronx: *Thao Cell: 917-371-7732 For Jersey: *Nano Cell: 646-775-8069 *Cindy Cell: 908-216-1478 *Holly 201-290-8864 For Queens: *Ricky Cell: 347-241-9990 Email: rctgts@gmail.com *Kenny Cell: 917-292-0851 For Staten Island: *Ivan Cell:718-697-9709

COMPANY CLASSES ARE CANCELLED!

pdstyle — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 22:22:19 +0000

PROJECT D COMPANY CLASSES ARE ON HIATUS!!!

CLASSES CANCELED the week of JUNE 28th, JULY 5th, and JULY 12th!!!

BACK IN SESSION JULY 19th!!!

PERFORMANCE: PROJECT D sneak peak!

pdstyle — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 07:17:39 +0000

CATCH Project_D DEBUT a new set today in Jersey City's Exchange Place District for the Annual Filipino Festival (by the waterfront on MONTGOMERY ST.). Performance is at 4PM! (or earlier or later, depending on how the show is doing on time). We'll be there after 12PM to set up camp and just to chill with anyone that wants to chill with us til performance time! We'll play games, too -- it'll be fun, yah!?

SOCK HOP RECAP!

pdstyle — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 06:40:32 +0000

One word; INSPIRING -- this can pretty much describe my entire Cali experience. Let me start off with the main reason why we were there in the first place, SOCKHOP 2008! It was the first annual Sockhop that Funks SF put together, so you should be looking forward to Sockhop 2009, 2010, etc. The participating teams included: Funks SF & SD of course, Funksters, Choreo Cookies, SGBM, Project EM, Team Millennia, Kaba Modern, & many more! On june 21st, FR3SH arrived at the venue to check in. Not gonna lie, walking into the venue on that saturday afternoon felt like I just entered a ring of lions. Watching the other teams tech before us kept making my stomache turn. I was sooo neeeeerbeous, but when I stepped on stage because it was our time to tech, I thought about why I was in Cali & what got me there to begin with. I finally convinced myself to get over my nerves, to just have fun & dance because thats what I love to do. Before I knew it, our tech was over & all the other teams that were in the crowd watching us went wild. We had crazy support from all the teams that we had been INSPIRED by for YEARS. If you thought tech was crazy, then I can't even begin to describe the feeling after the real performance. Actually I can try... it was literally like I was living my dream. I spent a lot of time with Emerson Aquino, director of Project EM. He told me something INSPIRING & it went something like, "You guys had a tough crowd to impress. C'mon, you guys are dancing in front of random west coast heads who will judge you in comparison to our west coast style. They gave you a standing ovation ... just know that you guys are accepted on the west coast." With that being said, I'm so proud to say that we have built this bridge from the east coast to the west coast that is just the start of many more crazy events to come. Workshops the next day were just as crazy. Some of the people were Kj Gonzales, Keone Madrid, & Tony Testa. I got to meet a lot of great dancers & I got to bond with all the teams before the show. Over all, this is definitely an experience that I will never forget. It has been an honor to share the stage with these teams & hopefully it wont be the last time. We've opened so many doors & who knows what the future holds now. KEEP DANCING, STAY INSPIRED. --AMANDA BRIMAT (Project D Alum, Fr3sh Dance Co.)

RAIN RAIN...come baaaack

pdstyle — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 11:43:17 +0000

The Philippine-American Friendship Day Festival was cut short (June 29, 2008) due to the storm that started around 230PM. If anyone was there, then you probably were attacked by that wall of rain. Despite the horrible weather, Project D still managed to bang out a pretty good performance Step Up 2 style, if anyone saw the end of that movie. To anyone who caught our first performance back in 2005 in Bergenfield, NJ, there's a picture of us in the link below -- I hope that brings you back to that nostalgic moment. Ironically, after we danced, the rain stopped. WOMPerz on US! Talk about doing an ANTI-rain dance. The Before Pic. And Here's our sundried aftermath with SCAT.

PIC of the DAY

pdstyle — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 07:48:27 +0000

Best Kuya and Ading award goes to these two... well not really kuya and ading technically...but they sure can pass for it! ADINGS! ready for revealing? It's coming sooooooooooooooooooooooon.

F-R-3-S-H. fr3shfr3shfr3sh, yes I'm...

pdstyle — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 08:03:23 +0000

If you didn't know about today...then you're missing out! More after the jump. FR3SH Dance Company welcomes you to audition to become a part of the East Coast's most recognized and influential hip-hop dance company! Location: Paragon Ballroom 291 West Clay Avenue Roselle Park, NJ 07204 Sunday, July 13th, 2008 4PM Registration 5PM Choreography 6:30PM Freestyle Cypher 7:15PM Auditions Details: - Register Early! Anyone who comes in late will be turned away. - Please bring your headshot and resume if you have one. If you do not have one, please bring a recent photo of yourself and a list of your dance experience. - You MUST be 18 or older to audition. - Come ready to dance! This is not a fashion show. - We welcome anyone and EVERYONE to come audition! - If you are auditioning for the Freestyle Crew, you must go through the full audition process, meaning you will be learning choreography as well. However, we will be judging a large part on what you do in the Freestyle Cypher, so make a big IMPRESSION! 2 Day Audition (Please select the day most convenient. DO NOT ATTEND BOTH DAYS!) DAY 1 Saturday July 26th, 2008 11AM Registration 12PM Warm-Up 12:30PM Choreography 2PM Auditions and Interviews DAY 2 Sunday July 27th, 2008 3PM Registration 4PM Warm-Up 4:30PM Choreography 6PM Auditions and Interviews Details: - There will be a $5 Audition Fee to cover Studio Rental. - Register Early! Anyone who comes in late will be turned away. - Please bring a parent or guardian to sign the Audition Waiver. If your parent or guardian are unavailable to attend, they must write a note of your allowance to attend, signed and printed with their full name and phone number where we can reach them. - You MUST be 17 or UNDER to audition. - Come ready to dance! This is not a fashion show. Questions? E-Mail: adrian.causing@gmail.com or call (732) 331 4005. Want to know more about us? Visit the homepage! www.fr3shonline.com

Project D Company Classes are BACK!

pdstyle — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 09:58:28 +0000

COMPANY CLASSES ARE BACK IN SESSION THIS WEEK starting JULY 19th! ------------------------------------------ Project D offers COMPANY CLASSES every SATURDAY! 12-1PM Beginning Class with Bernie Armendi and/or Marwin Lustre 1-2PM Advanced Class with Steven Armendi and/or Jeff Laconico *Line up is subject to change and expand. "THIS WEEK is... [caption id="" align="alignleft" width="259" caption="Myron Merced"][/caption] [caption id="" align="alignleft" width="154" caption="Steven Armendi"][/caption] ...MYRON MERCED & STEVEN ARMENDI! COME OUT AND SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL DANCE COMMUNITY BY TAKING A CLASS!" THE VENUE: Step By Step Dancesport, INC. 24 New Bridge Road Bergenfield, NJ Damage is $12 at the DOOR! SEND ProjectD.NJ@gmail.com an EMAIL with your NAME, CONTACT and CLASS you'll be taking AND SAAAAVE $2 by preregistering with us! http://pdstyle.wordpress.com/classes-workshops/ join our facebook group too! http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2518761752&ref=ts

onelove for the community!

pdstyle — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 11:12:54 +0000

[caption id="" align="alignleft" width="362" caption="Dance Community LOVE!"][/caption] July 12, 2008. A day everyone in our dance community shall remember for years to come. It was an insane day for dance at Saint Peter's College in Jersey City; moreover, it was a monumental event for our tri-state area. The long awaited day for the Jabbawockeez showcase came. Honestly, it was probably like Santa Claus coming to town for all the dancers everywhere, except with stressful pre-week of hell day practices and more stress getting ready for this showcase.

THE Big kicker? The 360 degree stage everyone had to adjust to performing on for a crowd of 2000+ people in attendance! Definitely something new for everyone used to performing on that one sided 180 degree stage we're all used to performing.

more after the jump Quickly, the event seemed promising, with a congregation of dance teams outside 10AM in the morning, some semi groggy from the jabba pre-party the night before with everyone else waiting to get inside and get their tech rehearsal done. It was slowly a culmination of our scene's recognized and undiscovered talent finally united in one space. 11AMish passed right after, and tech rehearsals began, the attention span of each teams diverted toward each peforming act in anxious cheer to see new sets debuted and famous sets done with perfect execution. It's surprising to realize that it took a HUGE dance event hosting the Jabbawockeez to finally bring most of our teams together for the pure love of dance and just finally know the people behind the teams. The best part I personally thought was the most rewarding, you ask? No, it was not watching Project D, or the other teams perform and kill it with their hearts on the line. No, it was not my debut with the Part-Time Models. And definitely, no, it wasn't time spent watching the Jabbawockeez nor getting to take a team picture with them post-show. Then what was it all about? Most of the performing teams, by their own choice of will, bunched inside that stuffy mini studio in the basement of St. Peter's College, and just connecting, socializing, making friends, creating new bonds, appreciating each other's craft, and straight up just...KICKING it. No drama, no dirty looks, no beef...just every team in their honest element. My highlights of the night? Catching Culture Shock D.C. busting out Baltimore Club / Vogue beats with accompany lyric and dance. Part-Time Models versus Part-Time Models battle. Inspirational speaches with Project D. ORANGE MOCHA FRAPPACHINOS! The random card magician guy who freaked out Carlo Badio-ka plus friends. Getting to know up and coming SiC/SERCis Company. A butt-load of dance teams lining up for a buffet of FOOD. Teaching the youngling females of Rhythmology how to hit inverts. Chat-chitting with some of the best talent on the east coast. My final thoughts? We need more of this...not the Jabbawockeez neccessarily...but it wouldn't hurt to have another possible major dance community get together. One step at a time, lets get us unified... Mad love once again to all the teams. Sincerely, Myron Merced Media Director of Project D Part-Time Model since its birth! [P.S.] Shameless plug. BE A PART-TIME MODELs FAN! Join our Facebook fan club! http://www.facebook.com/pages/Part-Time-Models/14661219233?ref=ts and Project D's Facebook group: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2518761752&ref=ts Footage and more to come!

POUND

pdstyle — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 05:18:40 +0000

Everyone involved in the hip-hop community, be it dance related or not, has some dope or ill handshake to represent when you see your boy on the block. Haha, there are some of us though that are guilty of the most stupidest handshake to poke fun at this aspect of our culture. Pound is a short film by Evan Bernard that is...just that -- the pound at its over exaggerated essence. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vVge3CiE5uU] Thanks to www.BurningFlags.com - Cool clip by acclaimed video (Beastie Boys, Moby, etc.) and commercial director Evan Bernard. Also shout out to http://www.2dopeboyz.com for this ill post. Definitely a hip-hop classic to be for all you fans out there!

synergy

pdstyle — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 14:21:27 +0000

SYNERGY IS HERE! FLYER SAYS IT ALL! oh yea...and company class is this SATURDAY. TAKE IT! Cus you won't wanna miss these two...

AUGUST chock full o' classes!

pdstyle — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 23:24:51 +0000

Feeling that post-SYNERGY high? Craving for more classes? Then August is your lucky month, you hungry dancers you... flyers and more after the jump. so CLICK! Rhythmology is offering classes every Tuesdays and Saturdays starting this SATURDAY, AUG 2nd. Start your Saturday off with Dennis Caindec of Culture Shock L.A. Still got time to dance on Saturday? Then take Project_D's company classes EVERY SATURDAY 12-2PM. THIS SATURDAY, AUGUST 2nd, is our own very Myron Merced teaching beginner's class from 12-1PM and Steven Armendi teaching advanced class from 1-2PM. CLASS from JULY 19th Myron Merced [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sC3mdwklrVg] Steven Armendi [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0DC1FDr_qkY] Want more? Then SERCis Company a.k.a. SiC is offereing a special two-day workshop down in New Brunswick, NJ at Loree Studios with special guests, Jed Florano and Jun Quemado of TM!!! Say word. "Quoted from the events page" http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=35671553040 "Join us for this two-day, exclusive workshop with Jersey and California's finest choreographers! Teaching in these two days are Jun Quemado (Chill Factor, TM), and Jed Florano (TM), Mark Choi (SiC, STFUcrew), Ed Escaro (STFUcrew), Will Barrientos (Rhythmology), and Mark 'Poppin Fresh' Serrano (Rhythmology)!! . Jun and Jed were also on the hit television series, America's Best Dance Crew! Learn from the best of the west (and the east) and come out for this once-in-a-lifetime two-day event!!" --SERCis Company, NJ WHEN: August 2 & 3 WHERE: Loree Studios DAMAGE: $4 to view $7 a class for Mark Choi, Ed, Mark S, and Will $15 a class for Jun and Jed $5 for Q and A session with Jun and Jed $25 for everything for the day REGISTRATION STARTS AT 3, CLASSES START AT 4! **special Q&A with Jun & Jed from 7:30 - 8:30!** TIMES FOR THE CHOREOGRAPHERS SAT 4-5 Mark S(Rhythmology) 5-6 Ed (STFUcrew) 6-7 Jun (Chill Factor, Team Millenia) 730-830 Q&A with Jun SUN 4-5 Mark Choi (SiC, STFUcrew) 5-6 Will (Rhythmology) 6-7 Jed (Team Millenia) 730-830 Q&A with Jed

the Scott & Deyo crew!?

pdstyle — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 22:08:43 +0000

In only a matter of two weeks, Scott Yoshimoto & Deyo Forteza of UCI, assembled their own crew to challenge the ACDC and M&M Cru in the biggest online dance battle in history -- countless dance teams and individuals have joined and are repping the SDC everywhere they go. So why is it important? Because where as M&M Cru or ACDC has primarily music video artists, industry dancers, and Hollywood stars... SDC has REAL DANCE COMMUNITY dancers, such as TEAM MILLENNIA, KABA MODERN, some of the COMMON GROUND family, and BOOGIEZONE! SO why does it affect us, the east coast? Well we are a part of their community as far as we do what we love to do best -- DANCE! So it comes to no surprise if SDC is something that calls out to you the most. OH yea, and check out the vid at 2:36, because NJ is WELL represented in the vid as well. haha [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VrkNsIj324g] Contacts: www.myspace.com/scottdeyocrew scottdeyocrew@gmail.com

Boogiezone. yes we did.

pdstyle — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 03:50:44 +0000

Project D...teaching... A BOOGIEZONE CLASS?! word. AT JAYVEE? get out. with... STEVE and JEFF? ----Yous ACTIN!. NAHHHHT. http://www.boogiezone.com/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=15211&FORUM_ID=13&CAT_ID=8&Topic_Title=The+Boogiezone+Community+Class+Network!&Forum_Title=Classes%2C+Conventions%2C+Workshops%2C+and+Camps!

a WEST COAST WORKSHOP

pdstyle — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 17:36:32 +0000

peep the flyer! and come out and take class with kyle hanagami of funk SF this tuesday!

Hip hop international 2008

pdstyle — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 21:33:18 +0000

I know most of you are pretty anxious as I am about what happened in Las Vegas for World Hip Hop Championships... [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xNRR9rdIcag] Philippine All Stars Took first place! Props to this year's team! thanks to jzarcega on YouTube who found this footage off of LasVegasWeekly.com

Funk-tastic Day

pdstyle — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 05:15:48 +0000

Tuesday's Project D WORKSHOP with Kyle Hanagami (compliments of FR3SH Dance Co.) was a great success! A somewhat hard yet supposedly claimed-easy piece to Flossin' by the Cool Kids. more after the jump... We'd like to thank Ellen Kim for coming out with Kyle to help teach and represent SF in NJ. Thanks to Jun Quemado (Team Millennia / ABDC crew) for making a random cameo at the back during class. Big shout outs to Ed, Leslie, Marj, and Sam representin' STFU crew and Vanessa Sayajon + Friends representing Kinematix at the workshop! Most importantly, much thanks to Kyle (and FR3SH too) for coming out and teaching us an AWESOME piece! Lets hope everyone else taking class at Peri Dance Center and PMT this whole past week is feeling that awesome dance high.

BOOGIEBOTS!!!

pdstyle — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 07:02:36 +0000

RHYTHMOLOGY HAS WORKSHOPS this FRIDAY, AUGUST 15. DON'T miss taking class with Bryan "Boogiemind" East of BOOGIEBOTS crew from AMERICA'S BEST DANCE CREW, SEASON 2!!! http://www.new.facebook.com/event.php?eid=22561839747&ref=ts CLICK FOR THE FACEBOOK EVENT GROUP!

boogiezone classes!

pdstyle — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 07:21:48 +0000

they're coming soon to NJ/NYC! ...but Steven Armendi and Jeff Laconico are back from California! and they BRING GIFTS! (vids of their BOOGIEZONE CLASSES!, official BZ ones expected to be up next weeeek)

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N4MHAoA_bQM] SELECT GROUP

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mmK_ABVuU98] GUYS

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_k2wq7BydHI] EVERYONE

FLO DANCE OPEN REHEARSALS

pdstyle — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 12:23:58 +0000

Come dance with the leading choreographers of FLO Dance Team and see what they’re all about! Auditions to follow in September! August 20 Aileen Malogan August 22 Mark Garcia August 26 Robyn Warren August 27 Jasmin Hurtado 8.00 – 9.30 pm Dance New Amsterdam 280 Broadway (entrance on Chambers) New York, NY $5 Donation Fee flodanceteam@gmail.com Www.myspace.com/flodanceteam Mission statement: Through practices and performances FLO is able to instill leadership, build confidence and embrace individuality through dance. We distinguish ourselves from the ordinary through our wide-range of abilities and talents. Creativity is key to our performances as we look to not only incorporate “mainstream” trends but also to various styles of dance and music. Flo Dance Team started as a small group of friends who came together to share a common interest in dancing. Dancing is our passion, our stress reliever and our way of expressing ourselves. It is this passion that drives us to reach for bigger and better things. Combining all forms of dance from ballroom to Latin, hip-hop to jazz we strive to establish ourselves outside mainstream groups – as a group with a unique identity and style of expression.

ONE DAY ONLY! OMFG

pdstyle — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 12:39:16 +0000

yes. we just did it. again.

FREE CLASS? Yes, they're MAJORly DEFinite.

pdstyle — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 10:27:08 +0000

IF you're planning to go to/live in Maryland or near University of Maryland Baltimore County Campus, then you're in serious luck. SERIOUSLY. BoogieBOTS + Magic Mike + No Cash = A FREE CLASS from Magic Mike of the BoogieBOTS. You don't need calculus iv and a ti-83 to figure out that you need to go! more after the jump! "Magic" Mike Arellano of the Boogie Bots will be teaching a free hip hop dance class Wednesday 9/3 at 7pm at Commons Mainstreet on the University of Maryland Baltimore County Campus. The class is hosted by Major Definition, UMBC's Hip-Hop Dance Troupe, and it is the first of a series of free weekly dance classes at Commons Mainstreet. The class, which is normally every monday, will feature a new guest choreographer every week. The class is free and open to the public, so anybody can come out and take a hip hop dance class. Don't miss out on a great opportunity to take a free dance class taught by Boogie Bot "Magic" Mike Arellano, a UMBC student and Major Def Alumni!

boogiezone in NJ!? you bet.

pdstyle — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 10:39:52 +0000

Yes the rumors are TRUE! BOOGIEZONE has expanded to the EAST COAST! first at BDC in NYC...then Miami, FL...now New JERSEY?! Elm Pizzaro you're a beast. Catch the first BOOGIEZONE CLASS on FRIDAY, SEPT 12, 2008 at 6:30PM (REGISTRATION is 6PM and you'll want to come on time if you're a FIRST TIME STUDENT!) at the FAMOUS PARAGON BALLROOM - 291 West Clay Ave, Roselle Park, NJ. WHO's teaching? PU's TEACHING! Anthony PU from FUNKANOMETRY SF that IS! BE a PART of EAST COAST DANCE SCENE history! THE BOOGIEZONE NJ FACEBOOK GROUP

DO WORK SON

pdstyle — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 11:11:49 +0000

End of summer means...end of the summer season, and the start of the school season -- fall, winter, spring. IT also means, its time for AUDITIONS. UGGHHH DO WORK SON. LES GO! [caption id="" align="alignnone" width="600" caption="DOIN' WORK"][/caption] THREE teams on the NJ map are having their auditions pretty soon -- SERCis Company, Rhythmology, and Project D. How soon? Like in a matter of 6-10-13 days! Want to be a part of any of these teams? Then mark your calenders my doo. peep info after the JUMP!

SERCis Dance Company

http://www.new.facebook.com/inbox/#/event.php?eid=28201042787&ref=ts

SERCisCompany, better known as SiC, is a dance company with many merits under its belt. Under the direction of Tim Rhee[SiC,STFUcrew], the co-artistic directions of Mark Choi[SiC,STFUcrew], and Andy Kim[SiC,STFUcrew], and the executive leadership of Angie Kim[SiC], SiC is an upcoming company that has been quickly grasping the attentions of those in the surrounding dance community. Although SiC has numerous purposes and goals, one of our main objectives is to represent Jersey to the rest of the world, and also to unite the tri-state area dance scene and create a movement.

On September 13th, we are looking to expand our company by finding those who share our passion and drive. Below is a couple of our previous sets- check 'em out, and if you like what you see, come roll with us :) Join the SERCisCompany group too! Want to find a hobby or even develop a new passion? Want to get more involved in the dance revolution that is currently sweeping our nation? This is your biannual opportunity to see if you're cut out to be a member of SiC! Supporters, friends, family are ALL welcome. Come out and have fun even if you're not planning to try out~ I guarantee you'll enjoy our Company. HAHA get it? (: WHEN: September 13th, 2008 WHERE: Loree Studios (Douglas Campus) or 2nd floor of SERC on Busch Campus, Rutgers New Brunswick (TBA) TIME: 4-7PM DAMAGE: 5$ to register, 3$ to watch! *refreshments will be sold! ^^* SCHEDULE BREAKDOWN: 4-5PM: Teach 5-6PM: Practice 6-7PM: Audition 7-8PM: Cypher* * This is an optional freestyle cypher session, but you can receive bonus points * ------------------------------------

Rhythmology

http://www.new.facebook.com/group.php?gid=14410307876&ref=ts#/group.php?gid=2241506908

TRY! So we know that a lot of you pplz really want to try hip-hop to see if its for you. You probably have no dance experience before or maybe you've been trained in some other form of dance like classical or ballroom. Well now is your chance to try HIP-HOP and its many different styles! Take advantage of this opportunity while its here. You have NOTHING to lose, and everything to GAIN! Best of all its FREE! Not only that... there are TWO FREE classes!! We welcome any dance levels to try both classes! LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE!! so first come first serve! lol... APPLY! So you've got moves and style; You want to use your skills to perform and compete; you want to grow even more as a dancer... THEN AUDITION FOR RHYTHMOLOGY!! we are looking for dancers 17+ with any dance background from funk, classical, club, freestyle, hip-hop choreography!! Come show us what you got! $5 registration ------------------------------------

Project D

http://www.new.facebook.com/group.php?gid=14410307876&ref=ts#/group.php?gid=2518761752&ref=ts

NEED MORE INFO? CLICK on audition info 2009 at the links above or click on the flyer! http://www.adrive.com/public/0869bb6c19a70cfaa51f015840806fe2b73a6c4cf9e5cc88cd387a24bb608126.html PLEASE COMPLETE AUDITION FORM BEFORE GOING TO PRE-AUDITION WORKSHOPS SEPT 9th!!!

Pre-Audition WORKSHOP Tuesday, SEPT 9th, 2008

AUDITION DAY Tuesday, SEPT 16th, 2008

EVERYONE (auditionees, family and friends) IS INVITED TO ATTEND the AUDITION VIEWING on SEPT 16th! COME OUT AND SUPPORT our DANCE COMMUNITY! AUDITION BREAKDOWN: Auditions will happen in three stages this year. IT IS HIGHLY REQUIRED for all AUDITIONEES to attend the SEPT 9th PreAudition Workshop on TUESDAY to learn the pieces to perform on SEPT 16th-AUDITION DAY at 4PM. Everyone will have a week after SEPT 9th (7DAYS!) to clean the audition pieces and present them on SEPT 16th in STAGE 2 and/or STAGE 1. FIRST STAGE (MANDATORY FOR ALL PAST AND CURRENT MEMBERS. Optional for NEW INCOMING members) Auditionees entering this stage will have to group in mini teams of two or three and present the choreography with formations and transitions. Mini teams will be grouped amongst the AUDITIONEES themselves and will meet on their own time to rehearse before presenting on SEPT 16 for STAGE 1. The mini teams will also have to provide choreography for the 4th mystery song of the master mix (look below for the master mix link). Themes and costumes are not mandatory but are HIGHLY encouraged! SECOND STAGE. (ALL AUDITIONEES — new, current, and past returning — are required to participate in this stage). AUDITIONEES will be called into random groups by number and will perform all the audition pieces taught from the SEPT 9th workshop. This number will be randomly assigned to you when you sign up on AUDITION DAY. THIRD STAGE. (OPTIONAL FOR ALL) The third stage is an open cyper / all styles freestyle session. This is open to EVERYONE - auditionees, non auditionees, etc. *NOTE - Auditionees who DO participate in the third stage will BE judged on their freestyle.

Pre-Audition WORKSHOP Tuesday, SEPT 9th, 2008

AUDITION DAY Tuesday, SEPT 16th, 2008

QUESTIONS? EMAIL US AT ProjectD.nj@gmail.com

BACK2SCHOOL is always cool

pdstyle — Sat, 06 Sep 2008 07:50:18 +0000

IFA kicks off back to school week with workshops GALORE! Don't forget about Boogiezone NJ's class this FRIDAY, SEPT 12 also at PARAGON 5:45PM-730PM!

IT STARTS TOMORROW

pdstyle — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 01:51:29 +0000

PD AUDITION MIX IS HERE!

pdstyle — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 19:00:21 +0000

http://www.adrive.com/public/e89f83f19404c82b9bfcb8b2d1881a8792da39e2b7d3c545433b8c9c7b3ef4e6.html CLICK THE LINK TO DOWNLOAD THE MIX! Ya'll BETTA SELL THAT CANDY!

STAGE 1 Groupings and MORE!

pdstyle — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 20:10:28 +0000

LOCATION

GROUP

NAME

NAME 2

NAME 3

PARAMUS

[Group]

MELISSA GARING-(201) 790-3499

JOHN BOLUYUT-(201) 606-3473

ERICA NADERA (201) 956-7978

[Group]

JUDY GALANG-(201) 925-7622

AYANO TOKUNAGA-(201) 739-3642

BERGENFIELD/DUMONT

[Group]

MIGUEL PATAWARAN-(201) 919-8971

JEN CORONADO-(201) 673-0800

[Group]

IRENE BOLEDO-(201) 724-1192

CHRISTOPHER DESAMPARDO (201) 270-7905

RACHEL SADANG (201) 895 - 4964

EDISON/WOODBRIDGE

[Group]

JOSEPH MENDOZA-(908) 463-6706

JONKRISTOFFER BISDA-(848) 250-3950

GOLDA GOZUM-(908) 590-1876

NEWARK/JERSEY CITY

[Group]

CYRUS GARCIA (clifton)-(973) 303-5868

ARBER MATAI (west orange)-(973) 324-2398

[Group]

RICHARD BLACKWOOD-(917) 499-2874

ALEXIS SMITH-(201) 616-6530

AISHAH HAGANS-(973) 856-1022

BELLEVILLE/NUTLEY/BLOOMFIELD/CLIFTON

[Team Queen of Peace]

ELYZAMARIE DAMASO-(973) 517-3710

ELIZABETH ESPINAR(NEW BRUNSWICK)-(973) 508-6524

PATRICIA DAYLEG(NYC)-(973) 444-3467

[Group]

MARWIN LUSTRE-(973) 580-0938

REGINA LUSTRE-(973) 668-2132

AJ DELGRA (973) 699-6931

[Group]

RAYMOND CHAN (973) 951-1287

PAULINE TARIFE (973) 787-4906

IAN URBINA (973) 980-4179

[Group]

EDWIN COTTO-(973)900-2775

ERIC DOLLENTAS-(908) 472-5585

DANN MEDINA (908) 463-4689

NEW YORK

[Team NY]

KEVIN ARMADA-(845)323-1804

GREATCH BANAAG-(845)270-1174

ANGELICA EBRON-(845)536-3759

MAKE-UP

TRAVIS SAMSON (choreo piece)

JEFF ESQUILLO (choreo piece)

LEXINE DELUCA (choreo piece)

AJ CRUZ (choreo piece)

GIGI DEL ROSARIO (audition pieces + choreo also)

THE FOLLOWING: Please EMAIL ProjectD.NJ@gmail.com ASAP on your auditioning status. Doing stage two? Stage 2+1? Or all three stages? Or just took class that day?

CHRISTIAN HOLANDEZ

NICO MONTEMAYOS

KRISTOFER BOSEA

MARK CARLOS

THE AUDITION PIECES!

pdstyle — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 11:09:21 +0000

Sorry for the long wait! We know you all have been craving for these vids! SO HERE THEY ARE! [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GdQfExj6Vwc] [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SAe8DGOJaBc] happy PRACTICING! *NOTE: The fourth song at the end is Kryptonite by Big Boi and Purple Ribbon All Stars. People doing stage 1 team rounds will be required to do ORIGINAL choreography to that portion of the set mix. PLEASE DO not copy what we did for the last song! --- its just a filler. We will not accept reinactments of our last piece for the 4th song choreography requirement. UPDATE. This is the audition manifest list for people audition to project D (and participating in Stage 2 individual rounds + make ups). If by any chance your name has been put on here by mistake, please leave us the correction by writing a comment on this post. THE MANIFEST LIST (by alphabetical last name order) UPDATED. 2008.SEPT.14 [SUN]

kevin armada

john baluyut

Christopher balbin

greatchelline banaag

jonkristoffer bisda

richard blackwood

irene boledo

kristoffer bosea

mark carlos

Jaron Castro

raymond chan

eugene choe (choreo piece)

jennifer Coronado

edwin cotto

romeo dela Cruz J.

fritzie dacula

elyzamarie damaso

patricia dayleg

aj delgra

lexine deluca (choreo piece)

christopher desamporado

paul eric dollentas

angelica ebron

elizabeth espinar

jeff esquillo (choreo piece)

cyrus Garcia

judith galang

melissa garing

golda gozum

aishah hagans

christian holandez

marwin lustre

regina lustre

arber matai

dann medina

nico montemayor

joseph mendoza

samantha kaye militar

erica nadera

dave onofre

miguel patawaran

gigi del rosario (make up + choreo piece)

rachel sadang

travis samson (choreo piece)

alexis smith

pauline tarife

ayano tokunaga

ian urbina

CONGRATS TO THE NEW 2008-2009 PD TEAM!

pdstyle — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 06:41:52 +0000

Thank you so very much to all of you who auditioned and for all of you that came out to support the auditionees! It was such an amazing turnout and we were blown away with all the talent that came out of everyone. Unfortunately, we were not able to take all of you, but please do not get discouraged as competition was VERY FIERCE this year. Your hardwork was recognized by the judges and the desicion process was a long and difficult one. We hope you all enjoyed the audition experience with Project D and we encourage you to continue your passion to dance.

[THE 2008-2009 COMPANY]

Bernie Armendi Steven Armendi Jeff Laconico [Richard Garing] [Myron Merced] Marie Damaso Pauline Tarrife Marwin Lustre Aj Delgra Ian Urbina Regina Lustre Edwin Cotto Rachel Sadang Chris D. Liz Espinar Patricia Dayleg Gretchaline Banaag Miguel Patawaran Ayano Tokunaga Judy Galang* John Baluyut Melissa Garing Jen Coronado Jonkristoffer Bisda

Arber Tai*TRAINEE Richard Blackwood*TRAINEE Raymond Chan*TRAINEE Dann Medina*TRAINEE

NEW*Golda *TRAINEE NEW*Jeremy TRAINEE NEW*Cyrus Garcia TRAINEE

NEW*Janelle Banaag TRAINEE

NEW*(Alexis Smith)*scholarship NEW*(Dave Onofre)*scholarship UPDATE. Our fault on this one. SATURDAY, SEPT20;2008 was supposedly the first official rehearsal for the new 2008-2009 team. If you didn't make this one, then be sure to make it to rehearsal this TUESDAY, SEPT23;2008 from 5-7PM. *REMINDER, Project D meets every TUES. from 5-7PM & every SAT. 9AM-12PM with company classes following from 12PM-2PM. **ALSO, if you haven't done so, please make a gmail account and email projectd.nj@gmail.com with your new gmail and who you is!

Because you should know

pdstyle — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 09:54:10 +0000

Starting a new thing here called BECAUSE YOU SHOULD KNOW! -- A weekly feed of dancer stuff you probably haven't come across yet. Starting with... Jawkeen Howard! [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oDYMUpeCAEs] Song: TEYANA TAYLOR - SWAG MELISSA is the girl ROCKING his CHOREOGRAPHY IN THE FRONT plus homeboy SAMMY to your left!

AUDITIONage

pdstyle — Sat, 27 Sep 2008 03:38:49 +0000

Still didn't find that team yet to dance with this upcoming season? Don't stress aspiring dancers! Team Technique of RUTGERS New Brunswick is having tryouts! Try-outs dates are: SUNDAY 9.28.2008 MONDAY 9.29.2008 WEDNESDAY 10.01.2008 Hill Center on Busch Campus @ 8:00 PM. Be prepared to learn choreography. Freestyle is optional, but strongly encouraged. SPREAD THE WORD!!! questions??? email teamtechnique@gmail.com FACEBOOK GROUP! http://www.new.facebook.com/home.php?ref=logo#/event.php?eid=36334678997 NOT IN NJ-NB area? NYC more your thing? We got the hook up. FLO Dance Team Auditions Saturday, October 11, 2008 11.30 - 2.00 pm PMT House of Dance 69 West 14 Street FACEBOOK event group. http://www.new.facebook.com/home.php?ref=logo#/event.php?eid=79346175690&ref=ts

Wanna FUNK with MARI?

pdstyle — Sat, 04 Oct 2008 12:16:26 +0000

Mariel Marten of FUNKANOMETRY SF is offering a workshop THIS SUNDAY! Check out the flyer for details!

Get-Get Like Me

pdstyle — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 10:25:48 +0000

So it's been awhile, but here's the montage of the audition week with Project D from last month if you haven't seen it on youtube already. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rRZ0WWChUqs] FYI, if you didn't know, Project D Dance Company has a YouTube account! Just search us on youtube as pdstyle, projectd, or projectddancecompany and keep up-to-date with our latest works! More to come, and that's a promise!

FLO DANCE TEAM AUDITIONS!

pdstyle — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 08:07:18 +0000

Mission statement: Through practices and performances FLO is able to instill leadership, build confidence and embrace individuality through dance. We distinguish ourselves from the ordinary through our wide-range of abilities and talents. Creativity is key to our performances as we look to not only incorporate "mainstream" trends but also to various styles of dance and music. Flo Dance Team started as a small group of friends who came together to share a common interest in dancing. Dancing is our passion, our stress reliever and our way of expressing ourselves. It is this passion that drives us to reach for bigger and better things. Combining all forms of dance from ballroom to Latin, hip-hop to jazz we strive to establish ourselves outside mainstream groups – as a group with a unique identity and style of expression.

DISTRICT VI Dance workshops

pdstyle — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 08:58:07 +0000

Do you live in or around the Fairfax, VA area? Do you belong to the D/M/V Dance Community? Does the George Mason University Johnson Center ring a bell? Then this may apply to you! The District VI Board invites you, D6 and the D/M/V Dance Community, to learn from some of the area's amazing choreographers AND help us raise funds for Gawad Kalinga. Gawad Kalinga means "to give care" and seeks to provide alternate solutions to poverty in the Philippines and other third world countries. GK’s vision for the Philippines is a slum-free, squatter-free nation through a simple strategy of providing land for the landless, homes for the homeless, food for the hungry and as a result providing dignity and peace for every Filipino. District VI hopes to work with Gawad Kalinga in hopes of raising enough funds to sponsor our own village. There will be 6 workshops throughout the day at $10 per class and $50 for an all-day pass. THE FACEBOOK EVENT http://www.facebook.com/s.php?k=100000004&id=83850715723&gr=4&act=2421953394&sid=798b870b149c0cb27b0502f2a84450e8#/event.php?eid=80154230570 Schedule of classes: 10:30 Registration Opens 11:00 Gary Beauford & Chris Law 12:30 Joshua Gilmore 02:00 Chelsea Cooper & JV Valencia 03:30 Break 04:30 Joseph Nontanovan 06:00 Dennis Caindec 07:30 MaryAnn Reyes Once the schedule is finalized, please pre-register by e-mailing D6DanceWorkhops@gmail.com with your name, phone number, and which class you would like to take ASAP. Space is limited to 50 per class.

Project D presents...the BAKE SALE

pdstyle — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 20:50:46 +0000

Class with COOKIES?! No, not choreo cookies! *WOMP! WE'RE TALKING ABOUT THE OTHER KIND OF COOKIES! But class with COOKIES! (and other sweet things, too!) Wanna take a class and get your sweet tooth on? Then check it... WHEN: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2008 WHERE: STEP BY STEP DANCESPORT, INC. 24 New Bridge Road Bergenfield, NJ TIME: 9 AM - 2 PM [SUBJECT TO CHANGE.] WHAT: Project D Company class! 1-2PM (but cookies before then too!) Teachers are TBA. WHY: Because! Learn a SWEET routine with some SWEET Treats! (the ppl are sweet too!) BUT THIS WEEK of 10/10/2008 TAKE CLASS WITH... [beg./int.] GREATCH BANAAG @ 12NOON-1PM [int./adv.] JUDY GALANG @ 1PM-2PM SEE YOU AT CLASS!

BZNJ! w/ Leslie HUBILLA!

pdstyle — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 05:35:11 +0000

Top 10 Reasons To Take Leslie Hubilla's Boogiezone-NJ Community Class 10.) "She doesn't eat meat" – Cindy Ho (FR3SH/RDT/Boogiezone-NJ) 9.) The girl is trained: The School of American Ballet + The Ailey School 8.) No really, she's effin trained: Professional Performing Arts School + LINES BALLET 7.) She's been a Culture Shock-er (Culture Shock Oakland AND Culture Shock New York – my bad) 6.) She's danced/choreographed for STFU 5.) She used to dance with Funkanometry SF: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LMPoXoDTlUc 4.) Hubilla is currently the co-artistic director of FR3SH Dance Company 3.) She's choreographed fun stuff like this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w7MQRREJw6A 2.) She's done crazy stuff like this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=apWe7ChvRDo 1.) Did I mention she looks like this (See Attached Picture) Learn dope moves! Promote your events! Meet other dancers! Have fun + Represent your dance community! =) >>>WHAT: BOOGIEZONE-NJ Community Class LESLIE HUBILLA Funkanometry SF, Alumni Culture Shock NY + Oakland, Alumni FR3SH Dance Company, Co-Artistic Director >>>WHEN: FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2008 REGISTRATION: 6PM >>>WHERE: PARAGON BALLROOM 291 W. Clay Ave. Roselle Park, NJ 07204 www.ParagonBallroom.com

DYNAMIQ invasion!

pdstyle — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 06:18:55 +0000

DynamiQ will be competing in its FIRST Competition this month! The details are in the facebook event below: http://www.facebook.com/events.php?ref=sb#/event.php?eid=43830085744 Good Luck to this year's season of DynamiQ FACTION! Ladies: Amelia Fortes Patricia 'Joy' Gavina Maryann Gonong Justine Ocampo Katie Ocampo Kathryn 'Kat' Secretaria Mary-Ann 'Mimi' Ubarra Gentlemen: Erik Navoa Jake Pesquira Mathew 'Macho' Sila Irwin 'Hitman' Suba Kaiser Wang

the BAKE SALE is this SAT!

pdstyle — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 00:34:37 +0000

FLO MASTER WORKSHOP: Karla Garcia

pdstyle — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 23:12:53 +0000

the BAKE SALE is BACK!!!

pdstyle — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 09:08:52 +0000

BU's FUSION presents... ELEMENTS XI

pdstyle — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 04:51:48 +0000

BOSTON U will be poppin' this NOV 8th with their 9th ANNUAL ELEMENTS Showcase, hosted by Boston University's very own FUSION. Known teams such as FUNK SF, FR3SH, Phunk Phenomenon (Prelude EC 1st place), Part-Time Models, Static Noyze and Kinematix will be in the HOUSE! Looking for something to do this NOV 8th? FUSION has got you covered, my duu. Fusion presents ELEMENTS IX with performances by: Funkanometry San Francisco Fr3sh Dance Company Part Time Models Phunk Phenomenon Static Noyze New B Wear All Stars Vibes Unofficial Project Kinematix Bulletproof Funk and more... "Tickets are $15 presale and $20 at the door (10 TICKET LIMIT PER PERSON). They will be going on sale at the GSU Link (775 Commonwealth Ave) from 10am-4pm starting Mon, Nov 3rd. Ticket sales will end Fri, Nov 7th, or earlier in the case that we sell out prior to that date. Unlike other years, we will NOT be selling a set amount of tickets per day nor will we be holding tickets to sell at the door, so tickets for both shows will be sold on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE basis. We recommend that you get yours as early as possible! We expect to sell out both shows as we have in previous years. Questions? You can e-mail us at fusion@bu.edu or visit our website at http://people.bu.edu/fusion. We look forward to seeing you all at the show!"

FRIEEENDSHHIIP (GAAAMES!)

pdstyle — Sat, 25 Oct 2008 09:54:50 +0000

So, at the start of this post, it will have been OCTOBER, 25th, 2008...thus marking the date for the 23rd ANNUAL FRIENDSHIP GAMES at CAL STATE FULLERTON. Although this has nothing to do with the east coast dance scene entirely, it does have something to do with some of the very fortunate people of our east coast dance scene that have ventured for new life in the west. And if you know these people, then you probably will consider yourself lucky to have known such awesome people. I write this in response to this year--of all the years I've attended since 2005--being the FIRST TIME that I have stayed behind in SLO and not attend FRIENDSHIP GAMES. Ironically, of all the years I go, my cultural club, P.C.E. S.L.O., has devised the ultimate win strategy for obtaining the prestigious eight-foot high SPUF (Spirit, Pride, Unity, and FRIENDSHIP) trophy this year. On top of that, IRONICALLY, the year that I don't show up is the year that all my (and your) NJ friends (and NJ friends of NJ friends) that have Californiacated are going to be there: chanting for SPUF and dancing their first FGAMES performance as part of a California team. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K9fEBKGeuBE] [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jU5pZ_zPjAc] To whom of our east coast dance scene--specifically the NJ scene--that have have Californiacated, this post goes out to you. KRISTINA LATONIO! We've all known her as the awesomest FR3SH alumni that ventured west alongside of TJ. Well look at her now! This San Deezy Beezy a.k.a. San Diego Citizen is now proudly representin' 220 (a.k.a Second to NONE)! Congrats to her for making to the team, and MAJOR props on winning MAJOR STREET DIVISION 1st place and MAJOR OVERALL DIVISION 2nd place at Jayvee Dance Center's MAXT OUT 2008. We're all proud of you KRISTINA -- NJ ALL DAY! DALLAS AUGUSTINE! This Funky FR3SH Alum is now reppin' her new stride with Cal State Fullerton's TEAM MILLENNIA as part of the new 2008-2009 competition team along with famous dance community names such as Austin Fernandez, David Yi, and Jonathan "Toybox" Bronner. If you guys didn't know, TM is known for throwing the Prelude Dance Competition Series, have been featured on ABDC, and have won 1st place at VIBE this past year. This year will be Dallas' FIRST TM performance at this year's FRIENDSHIP GAMES! Make us proud, gorrl! KARLO SORIA (pictured at far right)! This La Puente native, came to Jersey looking for dance (in addition to nursing) and found FR3SH. Surprisingly, his training has led him back to his homeland in California. Karlo Soria now dances with Cal Sate Long Beach's (a.k.a. CSULB) very own PAC MODERN. Today at 12NOON (during half-time) Karlo Soria will be performing his first ever performance with PAC MODERN at his first EVER FRIENDSHIP GAMES. Have fun chanting "HELL NO FRIENDSHIP" and enjoying PAC tradition in good camaradie. TJ dela Cruz?! He might be there today at FGAMES. From what I've been informed -- correct me if im wrong-- but he's now happily dancing with LA's RAGE. But for certain, the east coast misses you too! And as for me, as I end this lengthy reflection on danceLIFE, I'll be enjoying the rest of my last two years at Cal Poly SLO enjoying every moment I have 'til I start "real life" (beyond college). And taking workshops, and attending those prestigeous dance events everyone talks about! To everyone back home, you need to visit this wonderful state and experience this wonderful culture at LEAST ONCE. See if it doesn't change your perception of living, and probably INSPIRE you to search for something better. In essence, I urge you, as dancer, to see yourself in a place where you CAN go...because when you visualize it, you're one step closer to making it happen. It happened for Kristina Latonio, it happened for Dallas Augustine, it happened for Karlo Soria and TJ dela Cruz, it happened for Ed Escaro, as well as Steven Armendi and Jeff Laconico...it happened for FR3SH, and it's about to happen for Project D. Reach as high as you can, because it's all within reach. SEE YOU my NJ ALL DAY peeps at the next upcoming dance events...starting with PRELUDE NORCAL! ----Myron ----------------------- *Credits and thanks go to Keith Ocampo for the pictures at MAXT OUT 2008. *Myron Merced is the main editor and one of the founders of the PDstyle blogsite (the second founding belonging to Tai Nguyen). In addition to his work on the site, he is also the former artistic director and now media director of Project D Dance Company 2008-2009. Furthermore, he has co-founded Boogiezone NJ with Liz De Guzman thanks to the guidance of Elm Pizzaro, creator of Boogiezone, INC. Myron is currently a 4th year Architecture Major pursuing his B. Arch at Cal Poly State Univ. in San Luis Obispo, CA.

Do What You Love to DO

pdstyle — Sat, 25 Oct 2008 11:44:47 +0000

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WEcckX1kHWI] This video is seriously just him having fun. That smile on his face says it all. Dancers, have FUN with what you love to do. I've seen it too many times when everyone gets caught up in killin' it, that they forget to have fun. This guy should be ultimate paragon as to why having fun is important. Once you have fun, you can let go, and just kill it naturally. I hope everyone is inspired as much as I am from this guy's awesome work. "BECAUSE YOU SHOULD KNOW!"

where's waldo?!

pdstyle — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 07:05:37 +0000

actually, where's KARLO SORIA?! (see if you can spot him at PAC's FGAMES performance) [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ICRb3Fa-jo&fmt=18] probably might want to watch this in HQ. and hell YES friendship. (CONGRATS CALPOLY SLO on winning SPUF 2008. YES!) *BONUS! See if you can find Dallas Augustine! (Performing with Team Millennia at FGAMES 2008 halftime show) [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RG900pjSteY&fmt=18] might want to watch this in HQ too!

tweet tweet

pdstyle — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 02:32:54 +0000

Want to follow the Project D Dance Company and all its extensions (pdstyle, other associations with project d, extensions) more closely? THEN FOLLOW us on our new TWITTER. http://twitter.com/pdstyle What is twitter you ask? Well, you know those status messages everyone on facebook constantly updates? Twitter is exactly like that but its a separate website! You can use it just like how you use the facebook status updates; or you can use it as resource tool to post your own progress updates; or you can just use it as another way to direct message people. Each tweet (slang for twitter short message) is limited to 140 characters max -- making it easy to read a bunch of messages in one setting! TWEET us today!

Up in da BAY BAY BAY BAY BAY....

pdstyle — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 03:55:06 +0000

Project D is going to PRELUDE NORCAL! YEE YEE! Saturday November 15, 2008 San Mateo Performing Arts Center 600 North Delaware St. San Mateo, CA 94401 Doors open @ 5:30pm • Show starts @ 6:00pm $15 pre-sale • $20 @ door (open seating) ---------------------------------------- FUTURE DIVISION A-Youngin’ Prophecy Funk Beyond Control Elev8ted Future Shock Oakland MODERN DIVISION Shades Catch-A-Fire KGZ Haluan Main Stacks thatONEcompany Wrawsome New Era DS Players Rhythm Inc. EXHIBITION TEAMS Team Millennia TM Juniors Phoenix Dance Company Project D (New Jersey) Sheroes Krisuan “OG B’s” de la Femme Prelude Norcal MC: Myron Marten (World of Dance creator) ---------------------------------------- 3 Ways to Purchase Tickets: 1) Online - visit WWW.TMDANCE.ORG - Purchase tickets 24 hours a day! Credit Card/Paypal only!!! Wednesday, November 12, 2008 is the final day to purchase tickets online 2) By Phone - call (714) 526-8944 - Credit Card only!!! Online and phone purchased tickets can be picked-up at Will-Call theatre box office the day of the event. 3) In Person - visit Team Millennia Dance Center at 1227 East Wilshire Ave. Fullerton CA. 92831. Cash, check or credit card accepted. No Refunds!!! All sales are final!!! Please check your order carefully before finalizing your purchase, as there are no refunds. ---------------------------------------- For more info: preludenorcal@aol.com www.tmdance.org www.myspace.com/preludedancecompetition

WRITERS WANTED!

pdstyle — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 07:07:43 +0000

pDstyle is LOOKING for additional writers/blog authors outside of the NJ Dance Community! YES REALLY. WE WANT YOU TO WRITE FOR US! If you live in the TRI-STATE area or BEYOND in the EAST coast, and you DANCE (or support DANCE) then WE WANT YOU to keep us INFORMED of your LOCAL Dance COMMUNITY! pDstyle can't consistently reach all of our tri-state area and beyond and continue to consistently update the blog site with our staff. We need people who live, sleep, eat, and DANCE in their LOCAL DANCE COMMUNITY for the information and updates to be AUTHENTIC to the locality. If you think your dance community deserves a VOICE to be recognized in the east COAST, then this is your calling. If you would like to be a part of this growing dance community blog and be the voice of your dance community, then shoot us an EMAIL at projectd.nj@gmail.com

REDBULL BC ONE 2008

pdstyle — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 02:15:22 +0000

One more reason why you should tune into pdstyle! Starting wednesday afternoon, RED BULL BC ONE 2008 streams live from PARIS, France. Full coverage of the one on one BBOY event will be streamed on pDstyle! Nov 5th at 11AM (West Coast time; 2PM EST).

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INVASION RECAP!

pdstyle — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 03:21:06 +0000

So about a week and so ago, INVASION presented by 2NYCE entertainment went down at the Amazura Performance Arena in Jamaica, NY. If you missed it, then here are the RESULTS! 1st - Rhythm City (Bronx) 2nd - DynamiQ Faction (Queens) 3rd - Deja Vu (Stony Brook University) Congrats to DynamiQ Faction for placing top 3 in their first competition of their season! Deja Vu from Stony Brook placed third, and major props to Rhythm City from the Boogie Down Bronx to take the top seat. More after the jump And of course...footage! [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KLFNWzYOR8M] Rhythm City - First PLACE! [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xZFESmYuVaY&fmt=18] DynamiQ Faction - 2nd Place @ INVASION [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cNBzEuuKMzo] Deja Vu - 3rd place

REIGN or SHINE ver. 4

pdstyle — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 11:02:12 +0000

Oh YOU DIDNT KNOW?! NJIT's REIGN or SHINE, hosted by FSA, will be held this SATURDAY, NOV. 8th, 2008 from 7PM until 12AM. If you're an NJIT student or can get tix on presale, then you'll only have to drop $5, otherwise, be ready to dish out $10 to watch the show. For any pre-sale ticket requests, please e-mail ROS.TICKETSALE@GMAIL.COM. Include the first and last name of all the people you'd like to request tickets. This year's competition is a bit smaller, but it's still FIERCE! TEAMS CONFIRMED THUS FAR are...

IFA Dance Team (NY)

Major Definition (MD)

Hip Hop Theory (NY)

Rhythmology (NJ)

RDT (NJ)

SiC (NJ)

**SHOWCASING - R.E.S.E.T. (NJ)

This is anyones game this year at Reign or Shine. Most of the hype has been going towards SiC since this will be their debut performance in a competition atmosphere -- in addition to their recent pick up of caliber dancers from their auditions past summer. However, Rhythmology has always been a fan favorite amongst the NJ dance scene and has always delivered with surprising results. Collegiate teams such as IFA and RDT could possibly be contenders in the running if their team has been taking full advantage of recent workshop experiences and organizing to their fullest extent. In addition out of state teams such as Hip Hop Theory and Major Def will throw enough spin onto the table to keep their NJ counterparts on their toes. This year's Reign or Shine is one you probably will not want to miss.

REIGN or SHINE 4

pdstyle — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 04:44:16 +0000

So I'm a little tardy on posting this event info up...buttt. WE HAVE WINNERS! And they are.

Rhythmology (NJ)
Hip Hop Theory (NY)
IFA Dance Team (NY)

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qLcgUP1Khr0] RHYTHMOLOGY

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5JCYCkSkKgU] HIP HOP THEORY

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b46TxVLITok] IFA Dance TEAM AND PICTURES too! http://www.flickr.com/photos/kentest/sets/72157608806713435/ *Props to janeybebz, xthaquietstormx, and ifadanceteam09 for the youtube coverage. And special props to Kenneth Reyes for the photography coverage!

BOOGIEZONE NJ x ABDC2 BOOGIEBOTS!

pdstyle — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 03:45:59 +0000

MEET JOESAR ALVA Joesar Alva has been dancing since he was a little boy. After learning to wave from his father, he slowly taught himself more and learned some of his own tricks. In December 2005, Joesar joined Future Shock DC. Immediately that following February, he continued his training as he auditioned for Culture Shock DC. During his years on the troupe, he's joined other groups such as Capital Funk, Yur Mother, and Boogie Bots. It was not until November 2007 that Joesar realized that dancing is all he wants to do, and decided to pursue it as a career. Since then he's been inspired by many, training intensely, working on his craft and finding his style, choreographing when he can. A couple of his inspirations are Tony Czar and Lyle Beniga just to name a few. Joesar has been featured in The Monsters of Hip Hop Show 2008: The Journey of the Underdogg, as well as Randy Jackson's America's Best Dance Crew Season 2 with the Boogie Bots. Date: Friday, November 14, 2008 Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm Location: Paragon Ballroom Street: 291 West Clay Ave. City/Town: Roselle Park, NJ Email: Boogiezone.NJ@gmail.com http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=42182018453

Project D invades Prelude NORCAL!

pdstyle — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 04:28:07 +0000

Yes, I know norcal has nothing to do with the EC, BUT the EC is representing NJ up in the BAY AREA this SATURDAY... with PROJECT D! Phunk Phenomenon was one of the first teams to make it to the West Coast thanks to Hip Hop International. Studio ONE from FLORIDA soon followed suit by being the first EC team to invade UCSD's Fusion in 2007 and 2008. FR3SH Dance Company of NJ further set the bar by giving their performance of a lifetime at Funkanometry San Fransisco's first ever SOCK HOP. Later in DECEMBER, Rhythmology will be taking their chance at Cali Fame at Prelude SoCal 2008. But for this NOVEMBER, Project D will be representing New Jersey up in the Bay bay bay bay bay at this year's PRELUDE NORCAL at the San Mateo Performing Arts Center! Stay tuned for more info, as PDSTYLE will be definitely giving you THE FEED at PRELUDE NORCAL 2008, pD"style!"

FOAM Apparel x Project D exclusive

pdstyle — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 05:22:29 +0000

FOAM Apparel and Project D are at it again with their new COLLABO TEE to kickoff their invasion to PRELUDE NORCAL. THE Tee REPS NJ PRIDE with a three color pallette of white, black, and cerulean blue on top of a smoke charcoal grey V NECK TEE as pictured on your left. THE V-NECK TEE also sports a sweet looking back of the NJ county map also in a cerluean blue, with counties labeled in white. In addition, the BACK lists local area tag names (such as Chilltown, Brick City, etc) listed under the 3 major area codes (201, 973, and 732), all TITLED under the HEADING: REP YO HOOD. Unfortunately for those of you looking for the Jabbawockeez Showcase FOAM Apparrel x Project D tee, they are out of stock and will not be remade again. WHICH MEANS you all need to get up on these T SHIRTS while they're still out! A LIMITED amount TEEs have been exclusively released to the Project D Prelude Norcal TEAM and will be in CIRCULATION before, during, and after the show for SALE. If you're in NORCAL, and want to cop one of these TEEs for yourself, seek out a Project D member rocking this shirt, and you may be able to personally rock one yourself! FOR everyone back home, you will have to contact Romeo Alcid of FOAM apparel himself to cop one of these exclusives. They haven't been officially released yet on the website, but they will be in public circulation sooner than you think. REP yo JERSEY STEEZ by picking up one of these pieces before they're all sold out! WEAR WHAT MOVES YOU. http://www.foamapparel.com THE FACEBOOK FAN PAGE http://www.facebook.com/pages/FOAM-Apparel/15052733236?ref=ts THE FACEBOOK GROUP http://www.facebook.com/pages/FOAM-Apparel/15052733236?ref=ts#/group.php?gid=26702951570&ref=ts P.S. Look out for FOAM Apparrel at FIND. These TEEs might be sold during FIND WEEKEND.

PRIDE is COMING!

pdstyle — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 23:00:36 +0000

click on flyer for more info And its coming sooner than you think...SATURDAY, NOV 22nd, is the day when crews from all over the tri-state area come to compete for one thing: PRIDE. Showcase Performers: M.L. aka My Life Fr3sh Dance Company Fr3sh Juniors Competitors: Phunktions Hip Hop Dance Company RAPS Dance Troupe SERCisCompany iTop (IFA Dance Team and Hip Top) BamBoom Project D Hip Hop Theory Evolution Saturday, November 22, 2008 Nicholas Music Center on Douglass Campus Rutgers University 7PM-11PM Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door *You can reserve your tickets through pridedancecomp@gmail.com please include name and number of tickets or purchase them in person on the following dates Starting the week of November 17 Monday, Tuesday: 4PM-9PM at the RSC Wednesday: 5:30PM-9PM at the RSC Thursday, Friday: 4PM-9PM at the RSC **ATTENTION: you MUST reserve them through email or in person, they will not be going by the attendee list on facebook** THE PRIDE COMMERCIAL http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=659758232139&oid=37038747060#/video/video.php?v=659360424349&oid=37038747060 [shameless plug] For all you people that wanted to get your hands on the NEW FOAM Apparel x Project D collabo T at FIND last weekend, and got caught by the SOLD OUT bug...lucky you, there will be a FEW MORE Tees on SALE. But once they're GONE, they're GONE! Support Project D and Hip Hop Theory by fitting yourself out with some FOAM APPAREL! WEAR WHAT MOVES YOU!

afterSHOCK: PRIDE Dance Comp.

pdstyle — Sun, 23 Nov 2008 13:40:32 +0000

This year's first ever PRIDE Dance competition held at the Nicholas Music Center on Douglass campus of Rutgers New Brunswick was a great success! SIX teams (RDT, SiC, Hip Hop Theory Evolution, iTOP, Project D, and BamBoom) all competed for a Grand Prize of $1000. With such a high stake at hand, the competition was definitely fierce, and exciting! THE RESULTS for PRIDE 2008...and vids TOO! UPDATED.

Project D
iTOP
SiC

This constitutes Project D's first MAJOR WIN of the 2008-2009 dance season: (Reign or Shine, PRIDE, FLASH, ECDC, etc.) New Beginnings? YES, YOU BET! iTOP's fusion of IFA and Hip Top came out with a super solid performance to closely rival pD in second place. SiC's smooth and isolated approach netted them the 3rd place spot with crowd support that came by the masses! Also, congrats to SiC for taking the side prize of $300 for ROLLING with the DEEPest crowd. Everyone did give it their all, and the show turned out to be an AWESOME SUCCESS. I wouldn't be surprised if PRIDE blew up next year, with their cunning motif on representation at a dance competition. and FINALLY...the vids. UPDATEDsomeMORE. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCOzpKopidI] Project D Dance Company [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dkBA4eWpZaA] IFA + Hip Top = iTOP. 2nd Place at PRIDE [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D735aM2HDUc] SiC a.k.a. SERCis Company [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=55PMwDFXJk0] FR3SH Dance Company [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=13TFL1yq5p4] FR3SH Juniors [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UZLoC6ui_C0] BamBOOM *MAJOR PROPS to haaachi for the YouTUBE coverage on PRIDE! AND a SPECIAL thanks to JRPENA for being able to tell a story with the click of a Canon camera. More picture coverage at http://www.pbase.com/jpena/pride08&page=all

PRELUDE EC 2009

pdstyle — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 06:27:22 +0000

PRESS

pdstyle — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 17:17:46 +0000

[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="639" caption="Featured on JRPENA's photo blog."][/caption] [caption id="" align="alignnone" width="640" caption="Project D featured on the ELEMENTS X Front Page"][/caption] [caption id="" align="alignnone" width="640" caption="Project D on ABC News"][/caption] [caption id="" align="alignnone" width="640" caption="Project D wins first ever Pride Dance Competition"][/caption] [caption id="" align="alignnone" width="640" caption="Philippine American Friendship Day Cut Short"][/caption]

TOYBOX comes to NJ!

pdstyle — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 09:30:21 +0000

CATCH him at Boogiezone NJ Class this DEC 19th! http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/event.php?eid=102284770202 MEET TOYBOX Jonathan Bronner.. (A.K.A).. Toybox was born in Pomona, California in 1986. He was introduced to raves and underground house music parties at the age of 17. Toybox was inspired by the dancers at these events and fell in love with the music and house dance right away. After a year of practicing only house, Toybox then decided to try something new, choreography. Joining teams such as Groove57(GRV), Common Ground, Mavyn, Chill Factor and Team Millennia, he expanded his knowledge not only in house dance but in staging, performance, teaching and Hip-Hop. From that point on Toybox knew he wanted to take things to another level. After graduating High School, Toybox then spent two years training(developing his style) and choreographing for several teams in the dance community. Toybox's choreography began to stand out at numerous dance shows and could be described as something new/different and refreshing! He now currently dances on Team Millennia as a freshmen and plans to further his dancing skills. Toybox's house-influenced choreography has opened many teaching opportunities for him to pursue his dancing career. TB is eager to help better others as well as himself to become a stronger person as well as a stronger dancer. video: [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WCdL8ygSqLc] ------------- >>>WHEN: FRIDAY, December 19, 2008 Registration: 6PM >>>WHERE: PARAGON BALLROOM 291 W. Clay Ave. Roselle Park, NJ 07204 www.ParagonBallroom.com >>>WHY: REPRESENT YOUR TEAM. BE A PART OF THE BOOGIEZONE CLASS COMMUNITY. BOOGIE + LEARN SOME MOVES! RATE: $10

because you should KNOW: MATT PUMANES

pdstyle — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 03:43:33 +0000

If ya'lll don't know about nonstop dance (not the oxnard one, but the chi-town one), then listen up! If anyone has been digging into the chi-town dance scene, then most of you know about redefinition who has taken HYPE dance competition back to back, and has also competed at PRELUDE EC 2008. NONSTOP, however, took HYPE this past year. Thanks to the work of Sonya Nieves back in 2004, NONSTOP today is a pretty cutting edge group. Although they have nothing to do with our east coast, and are classified as mid-west, they're closer to us than they are to the west coast. The video below is a choreography reel of NONSTOP's very own MATT PUMANES. This guy's style is refreshingly raw, and anyone who can be described those two adjectives in the same sentence deserves their spotlight. Cheers to you Matt for stepping up the dance game bar! MATT PUMANES of NONSTOPDANCE Productions. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FwtSy9z9t_I]

BZNJ VID RECAP: TOYBOX

pdstyle — Fri, 26 Dec 2008 13:46:52 +0000

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2sjOBIolrLE] wooooooooo!

FREE DANCE DAY with Project D

pdstyle — Fri, 26 Dec 2008 13:50:51 +0000

THIS SATURDAY, DECEMBER_27 (2008) Project D Dance Company GIVES BACK TO YOU! REALLY! CELEBRATE THE AFTERMATH (and FOODCOMA) of this past recent CHRISTMAS with a FREE Day of HIP HOP COMPANY CLASSES! YES FREE! NO LIE MAAYYNE! FREE! Bring your family and friends and enjoy taking one (or both) of our classes for this SATURDAY, FOR...yes...FREE! [beg. / int.] AJ Delgra & Ian Urbina [int. / adv.] Steven Armendi & Jeff Laconico Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! CHECK OUT THIS WEEKS NEWSLETTER http://ui.constantcontact.com/visualeditor/visual_editor_preview.jsp?agent.uid=1102384863842&format=html&print=true NOT YET SIGNED UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTERS? THEN CLICK BELOW NOW AND RECEIVE IMPORTANT UPDATES AND PROMOTIONAL OFFERS! http://visitor.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?m=1102180019420&p=oi THE FACEBOOK EVENT! http://www.facebook.com/photo_search.php?oid=41067723118&view=user#/event.php?eid=41067723118

HAPPY NEW YEAR! HELLO 2009

pdstyle — Thu, 01 Jan 2009 10:49:03 +0000

With the buzz of this past year's hi's and lo's, we say goodbye to 2008 -- "BYEBYE!" -- and hello to 2009 -- "HELLO!" For the month of JANUARY, we start off the year strong with the first BOOGIEZONE NJ hip hop CLASS for the 2009 year!

AND for all you NORTH AREA Dancers, RHYTHMOLOGY is holding a FREE Class to ring in the new year this SATURDAY! 12:30PM til 2PM at Creative Image! and When you're done, swing by to Step By Step to catch Advanced Class at 2PM-3PM with Steven Armendi!

BZ NJ Vid Recap: Rambo Ramos

pdstyle — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 07:27:30 +0000

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=11kU-EPh-F8] Thanks again to Rambo "edward" Ramos for coming out and teaching NJ an amazing piece to Ne-Yo's So You Can Cry!

E.P.I.C Motion

pdstyle — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 08:42:04 +0000

E.P.I.C Motion (Energy and Passion Inspiring Collaborative Motion) E.P.I.C. Motion (formerly known as IFA Dance Team) is a dance team made up of students who came together out of a common desire to express themselves on a larger stage outside the dance studio. Its members embrace individuality which is one of the driving forces behind their innovative movement. The team, while continually learning, promotes and teaches dance in multiple forms--hip-hop, contemporary, popping, locking, breaking, jazz, and etc. E.P.I.C. Motion, under the name IFA Dance Team, has won numerous awards at competitions throughout the tri-state area such as Rutger's Battle of the Barrios, Reign or Shine Dance Competition and Pride Dance Competition. They have also participated in numerous productions at NYU ranging from fashion shows to fundraising events. By creating a positive and challenging learning environment, we strive for originality, progress in technique, and honest artistic expression. Through frequent practices, performances, competitions and workshops we hope to advance beyond any of our limits as dancers while growing together as a family. Ultimately, we want to use our Energy and Passion to Inspire Collaborative Motion within our dance family and community.

Ben Fullon (NYU) Executive Director
Amanda Suk (NYU) Co-Artistic Director
Alan Watson (NYU) Co-Artistic Director
Shoey Sun (NYU) Co-Artistic Director
Jessica Tsai (NYU) Administrative Director

Contact them at epic.m.dance@gmail.com THE FACEBOOK PAGE! http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=821853#/group.php?gid=40221024370&ref=ts

the MAIN EVENT

pdstyle — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 09:20:42 +0000

2008 marked a pretty pivotal year for the EC dance scene in the tri-state area. Local dancers that coined the BOOGIEBOTS made it to ABDC, Season 2. The birth of PRELUDE EC thanks to Tony Calub, TM, and FR3SH marked a monumental milestone bringing the east coast its biggest dance competition to rival that of Culture Shock's D.C.'s East Coast Dance Competition and to spur the largest upbringing of dance talent. Styles to Finesse United Crew debuted and showcased their non-conformist style to prelude that of their competition team, SERCis Co. a.k.a. SiC. Other new teams such as DynamiQ Faction, E.P.I.C Motion, SOUL'D, and H!tz started coming out into the limelight. Phunk Phenomenon blew the masses away taking first place at PRELUDE EC 2008. FR3SH Dance Co. becomes the first NJ team to perform at FUNKANOMETRY SF's first ever annual SOCKHOP showcase in San Fransisco, California. During the summer, ABDC's season one winners, the Jabbawockeez, held a showcase at Saint Peter's College that brought together our most local dance teams for all of the tri-state area to see. Steven Armendi and Jeff Laconico of Project D Dance Company became the first of our local dancers to teach a BOOGIEZONE Class out in CALIFORNIA! The birth of SYNERGY and the expansion of BOOGIEZONE NJ further propelled our scene towards uniting our community and attracting west coast dancers such as Serena Yang of 909/BREED/SHEroes/GRV; Kaba Modern's ABDC team; Ellen Kim, Mariel Martin, Rocko Luciano, Kyle Hanagami, and Julio Morales of FUNKANOMETRY SF; Jun Quemado, Jed Florano, Rambo Ramos and Toybox of Team Millennia; Jay De Jesus and Ellis Barba of MECCAMEE LV; and Gigi Torres, April Rodriguez, and Candace Brown of ESSENCE; and more West Coast Dancers are slated to come to our coast as well! In addition, Rhythmology starts their season off right by taking first place at NJIT's REIGN or SHINE to kick off the fall 2008-spring 2009 season, while Project D Dance Company wins their first ever first place trophy at the FIRST EVER Pride Dance Competition. In fact, both teams have even made it to the WEST COAST, each performing for the SoCal and NorCal editions, respectively, for TM's Prelude Series. So with SUCH a rise in our growing dance community, what is there to look forward in the year of 2009? There is a couple, PRELUDE EC 2009 for one, but this FEBRUARY, be on the lookout for FR3SH Dance Company's first ever annual dance competition, the MAIN EVENT. THE MAIN EVENT A HIP HOP DANCE COMPETITION The BERGEN PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 30 North Van Brunt Street Englewood, NJ Doors Open @ 5PM Pre Show Starts @ 5:30PM Show Starts @ 6PM Sponsored and Supported by: AIM Dance Academy (www.aimdancenj.com) Red Bull (www.redbull.com) Dance Tag (www.dancetag.tv) The Hip Hop Dance Association (www.hhda.org) The Main Event is the first of its kind: an annual hip-hop dance competition held on the east coast, featuring talent from the east coast, hosted by the east coast's very own FR3SH Dance Company. To be held on Saturday, February 28, 2008 at the Bergen Performing Arts Center (www.bergenpac.org) in Englewood, NJ, the full concert-format competition will feature everything from raw to professional talent from east to west coast dancers. With the support and official score sheets from the Hip Hop Dance Association, The Main Event is a trusted hip-hop dance competition. Bringing together over 100+ sponsors/advertisers, 500+ dancers, 1000+ attendees – no one will want to miss The Main Event. ++ OFFICIAL PERFORMANCE LIST ++ PRE-SHOW TEAMS FR3SH Freestyle Crew COMPETING TEAMS Capital Funk (DC) DynamiQ Faction (NY) E.P.I.C. Motion (NY) FLO Dance Team (NY) Fusion (MA) Hip Hop Theory: Elite (NY) Major Definition (MD) Phunk Phenomenon (MA) RAPS Dance Troupe (NJ) Rhythm City (NY) Rhythmology (NJ) SERCisCompany (NJ) Vibes (MA) WRUSH (MA) EXHIBITION TEAMS Project Em Funkanometry SF The Lost Kids FR3SH Dance Company FR3SH Juniors A SPECIAL PERFORMANCE BY: THE FR3SH FAMILY and America's Best Dance Crew's THE BOOGIEBOTS!!! For more info: WWW.MAINEVENTCOMPETITION.COM WWW.MYSPACE.COM/MAINEVENTCOMPETITION (ADD US!)

Rhythm Spotlight 6

pdstyle — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 12:54:15 +0000

NO NO NO NO NO NO! Not Rhythmology workshops! IT'S RHYTHM SPOTLIGHT 6 DANCE WORKSHOPS! (Don't get it twisted ya'll!). EAST COAST meets WEST COAST this whole week up in Pennsylvania State University. For this whole week, from monday to friday, take class from some of the most innovative in hip hop. Classes include FR3SH Dance Company Alumni CARLO BADIOLA, Mikey P. of Groovemekanex from San Fransisco, CA and BBOY TOYZ of Beat Whakz and 4F. Things are definitely starting to happen in the New England territorries. Massachusetts started the trend with ELEMENTS, and teams such as BU Fusion, Phunk Phenomenon, WRUSH, and Vibes, (and more I haven't discovered yet!). If this keeps up Pennsylvania will be on the map as another neighborhood dance mecca on the east coast, in addition to MA, MD, NJ, NYC, D.C., and FL. Shouts out to Raw Aesthetic Movement Squad and their man of the hour, Brian Henninger. The dance movement in Pennsylvania wouldn't be moving forward without their kind of initiative! It just goes to show (to all you dedicated and hungry dancers out there), that if you BUILD IT...they will come. HA! Some movie buff knowledge drops on ya! http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=43218878243 When? SAT. JAN. 17th 2009 Where? 132 White Building @ Penn State University Time: 1-4 p.m. 1-2 PM CARLO BADIOLA (Hip Hop Choreography) -Fre3sh Dance Company Choreographer from NJ 2-3 PM MIKEY P. (Locking) Groovemekanex Crew-San Fran California 3-4 PM BBOY TOYZ (Breakdancing intermediate footwork class) -Beat Whakz, 4F, Lionz of Zion Crew, MD PRICE: $15 per class or $40 for all 3! Must purchase tickets in advance! For more information or ticket sales contact Casie at 215-527-1399 or email: rhythmspotlight@gmail.com Tickets can be purchased at these times @ PSU: MONDAY 1/12/09 132 white building 7:30-9 pm TUESDAY 1/13/09 132 White Building 7:30-9:30 pm WEDNESDAY 1/14/09 132 White Building 8:30-9:30 pm FRIDAY 1/16/09 132 White Building 5:30-7pm

MAIN EVENT PRE-WORKSHOP

pdstyle — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 12:58:20 +0000

Not doing anything this FRIDAY? Then check it.

Evolution of DANCE

pdstyle — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 13:02:55 +0000

In collaboration with Hypnotized Dance Company, Fully Focused & Dance Factory .. FLO Dance Team is proud to present its first highly anticipated show as co-producers, "The Evolution of Dance". Immerse yourself in the history of dance as you follow the life of a young girl who discovers a new found passion for the performing arts. From tribal and African to street jazz and locking, this performance will show you how dance has evolved into what it is today and where it may be heading in the future. With four of New York City's up and coming dance teams collaborating to put this show together, this is sure to be a production you won't want to miss. Located at the Park West High School in Manhattan this show is set for Saturday, January 21, 2009. Tickets will not be available at the door so be sure to get yours before they sell out! Saturday, January 31, 2009 Doors open at 3:00 pm Show starts at 4:00 pm Park West High School 525 W. 50th Street New York, NY *The school is located on 50th Street Between 10th and 11th Avenues TICKET INFORMATION Tickets: $10 Advanced Tickets Only!! For tickets please contact: Aileen (FLO Dance Team Artistic Director) 510-219-9821 Mark Garcia (FLO Dance Team Executive Director) 201-723-6010 Jona Biddle 646-920-2673 Deborah Rivers 917-554-4160 Boobie 917-674-1992 Nikki 347-446-3418 DIRECTIONS Train C,E to 50th Street and 8th Avenue 1,9 to 50th Street and Broadway N,R to 49th Street and 7th Avenue Walk west on 50th Street for two city blocks. * School located on 50th Street Between 10th and 11th Avenues Bus M50 Crosstown at 50th Street M11 Uptown on 10th Ave or Downtown on 9th Ave From South Take 8th Ave to 50th St make a left and head toward 10th Ave From North Take 9th Ave to 50th Street

AUDITIONS: E.P.I.C. Motion

pdstyle — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 13:09:46 +0000

IN THE NYC AREA? Looking for a team to dance with while in NYC? Then you're in luck. E.P.I.C. Motion (formerly IFA Dance Team from NYU) are holding auditions Saturday, January 24th, 2009. Think you're ready for what NYC has to offer? Then step your game up and bring it! (TAKEN FROM THE FACEBOOK) Come audition for EPIC Motion! Auditions are open to everyone. You do not need to be an NYU student to tryout, so come give it a shot! Auditions will take place: Date: Saturday, January 24th Times: Registration: 5:30-6:00PM Choreography: STARTS PROMPTLY at 6:00PM (Come early if you need to stretch) Location: Kimmel Building, Room 606 MAKE SURE TO WEAR SWEATPANTS OR BRING KNEE PADS! *Those that make the team will be notified the same night, and we will be having our first rehearsal Sunday, January 25th from 7-9 at PMT Dance Center. **There is no specific cap number to this spring semester's team so just come and show us what you got :]

newgroundz

pdstyle — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 13:13:31 +0000

SiC Mid Season Auditions

pdstyle — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 12:11:02 +0000

ITS JANUARY, and mid-season auditions are out! Recently, FR3SH held their mid-season auditions for the whole FR3SH Umbrella. Now, SERCis Company a.k.a SiC has their auditions coming up soon. This up and coming dance company has been making news since its conception. This year, they'll be well fitted for the next line of competitions in NJ with their new line up in the works. SERCisCompany, better known as SiC, is a dance company with numerous performances and competitions under its belt. Under the direction of Tim Rhee[SiC,STFUcrew], the co-artistic directions of Mark Choi[SiC,STFUcrew], and Andy Kim[SiC,STFUcrew] SiC is an upcoming company that has been quickly grasping the attentions of those in the surrounding dance community. Although SiC has numerous purposes and goals, one of our main objectives is to represent Jersey to the rest of the world, and also to unite the tri-state area dance scene and create a movement. On January 24th, we are looking to expand our company by finding those who share our passion and drive. Below is a couple of our previous sets- check 'em out, and if you like what you see, come roll with us :) Join the SERCisCompany group too! Want to find a hobby or even develop a new passion? Want to get more involved in the dance revolution that is currently sweeping our nation? This is your biannual opportunity to see if you're cut out to be a member of SiC! Supporters, friends, family are ALL welcome. Come out and have fun even if you're not planning to try out~ I guarantee you'll enjoy our Company. HAHA get it? (: WHEN: January 24th, 2008 WHERE: Loree Studios (Douglas Campus), Rutgers New Brunswick - 70 Lipman Drive, New Brunswick, NJ 08901 - TIME: 4-7PM DAMAGE: 5$ to register, 3$ to watch! SCHEDULE BREAKDOWN: 4-5PM: Teach 5-6PM: Practice 6-7PM: Audition 7-8PM: Cypher* * This is an optional freestyle cypher session, but you can receive bonus points * Hope to see everyone there! =D

Project D Company Class: Collabo EDITION

pdstyle — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 12:20:04 +0000

Set one on JANUARY 17, 2009 (SATURDAY) BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE CLASS [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P9oZ1Pv-a1Q] INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED CLASS [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jIGbUIUgu8E]

You know you're a dancer when...

pdstyle — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 12:25:38 +0000

the whole world stops when your MP3 Player runs out of batteries
you start to groove once you hear a good beat.
the word wooooo means much more than it seems to be.
you orgasm when you see a nice open floor.
you understand that ancient native dancer tongue..."boom..boom ta...kakaka....hit....jump...
turn...boom....boom ta..snare snare...high hat...booom ka...ka......ka...booom...hit.....milk...milk....BOOM TA."
you think it's okay to throw your shoe at someone when they've done something GOOD.
a song from a previous or current set comes on at a department store, you hear it from a car as you are walking down the street, or at a club the automatic dancer response is "aaayyyyy/ohhhhh SHIIITT....*does choreography*"
ur friends start tellin u to stop cuz its gettin kinda old (^-^)
u see holes and rubbed off material on the knee areas of ur pants
ur ipod contains a list with either "choreo" or "dance" in its name
u think ur room shrunk because u keep hitting ur bed or desk or random books while dancing randomly (^-^)
u hafta keep buying clothes and shoes and accessories for performances cuz u wanna look good
you feel weird about missing practice
you say that jun quemado sang the song Mad
you dance at a drinking party
every clothing that you buy has to be danced in first at the store in front of a mirror
a mirror becomes your favorite furniture
you dance and choreo at work
you call out of work just to dance
your shirt size becomes a size up that you normally wear
dancing becomes your second girlfriend =)
you fall in love with it.

Feel free to post up your response! All you have to do is fill in the blank... You know your a dancer when ____

project d company class: collabo edition - 2

pdstyle — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 12:33:01 +0000

Set two on JANUARY 24, 2009 (SATURDAY) BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE CLASS [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rw8-7aZSHUg] INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED CLASS [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RH6lZwo_R-8]

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ANNOUNCEMENT

pdstyle — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 00:29:23 +0000

Just to let everyone know, we're currently in the works of shifting the site to a new server. What this means is instead of typing in the whole http://pdstyle.wordpress.com you'll only have to type something much simpler, such as thepdstyle.com

Easy to remember, right?

You'll see minor changes in site layout every so often, starting with the banner, and then the updation of each of the separate pages. We went through a couple of iterations of making a new banner, and I think this one up now will be the one used in the new server. ALSO, thank you to all to everyone active on this website (meaning you post comments!), this definitely means theres an audience out there that appreciates the work we put into maintaining this community website. You can also put you random comments about your team events, and improvements to the site on the FORUM page of this site. Right now its just a running log of comments, but in the new server, it will be turned into a fully functional MINI Forum -- bbcode enabled, too! FINALLY, we are still looking for writers/community liaisons to report about their local dance community. If you would like to be a part of the pD_style web team, send us an e-mail at projectd.nj@gmail.com with the title, pD_style - I'M IN! thanks! you guys rock! ---Myron

Company Classes Galore!

pdstyle — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 11:25:25 +0000

This Saturday is jam packed with company classes up north in Bergenfield, NJ! Start your Saturday morning off with Rhythmology Company class at Creative Image (36 S. Washington Ave, Bergenfield, NJ) from 10AM-12PM taught by pD alum and current Rhythm company dancer, Aedan Elamparo! Then rest for an hour and walk down a couple of blocks of S. Washington towards Walgreens near BP Gas Station and... take Project D Dance Company hip-hop class from 1-2PM for Beginning/Intermediate Class with Jeff Laconico and Ian Urbina, and then from 2-3PM for Intermediate/Advanced Class with Steven Armendi and Ayano Tokunaga!

dynamiQ faction! tonight on BET!

pdstyle — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 17:16:13 +0000

DynamiQ Faction humbly asks for your support tonight as they make their TV debut on BET!!!

106 & Park Wild Out Wednesday

Wed. Feb 4th

6pm ET on BET!

Live voting from 6pm - 8pm ET on BET.com. HOW TO VOTE for DynamiQ: (1) Log onto www.BET.com between 6:00pm-8:00pm ET on february 4th (2) Find the link to 106th and Park's Wild Out Wednesday, VOTE for the best dance team (3) Vote for team, DYNAMIQ FACTION Click the wild out wednesday link and select DynamiQ Faction! Thank you for your love and support. * DANCE like everyone is watching <3 Amelia Fortes External Coordinator DynamiQ Faction

pDstyle INSIDE: DynamiQ Faction

pdstyle — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 11:40:28 +0000

If anyone caught it on BET last week or so, DynamiQ Faction was one the first teams in our dance community to break spotlight on BET's Wild Out Wednesday. We managed to catch Jake Pesquira of DynamiQ Faction post broadcast day and get his thoughts on the whole entire experience.

THE INTERVIEW

pDstyle: First of all, how did DynamiQ Faction get a spot at Wild Out Wednesday's at 106th & Park?

JAKEpesquira: It all began at Invasion Dance Competition, where we met our friends from Rhythm City (who have been on Wild Out Wednesday before). We kept in touch with them and we both decided to do a meet and greet as we both saw that we could definitely learn from each other. In our meet and greet, Rhythm City was very impressed with our different dance styles from the other teams at Invasion that they promoted us to a producer at BET for Wild Out Wednesday. The producer along with other BET workers were involved in a project called BLAZE THE STAGE which is a HUGE dance and R&B performance competition held about twice a year. Big upcoming R&B and Hip Hop stars are there to perform and battle to win first place along with the leading Dance Crews all around the United States. The event is always SOLD OUT and many celebrities are there to watch and check out the new talents from the BET world.

The producer had contacted us and asked us to perform at BLAZE THE STAGE this past December 29th. We had little time to prepare, but it was such a huge event that we decided to just go and do it. It was a very new environment for us - new teams, new styles, new crowd, new everything - definitely outside our usual comfort zone. But we were determined to push ourselves to new things and do what not many asian/pacific islander - based teams have done in the past.

There were a total of 8 dance crews that competed at BLAZE THE STAGE. One requirement to be ONE OF THE EIGHT competitors was that your team HAD TO HAVE BEEN ON WILD OUT WEDNESDAY in the past year. Knowing that we had never been on the show, the producer clearly notified us that we would be one of the exceptions. And because we were never on the show, we were going to be ON the SHOW in the up coming year of W.O.W. Our performance was introduced at Blaze the stage as a 'preview' to our debut on Wild Out Wednesday in the new season.

pDstyle: So did you guys get sent a premade master mix like ABDC style?

JAKEpesquira: it's all been a trip that when we think of it - really comes down to a few main ideas --> blessings, true values and geniality, and the will to spread positive influences to our community

for this set of W.O.W. , we had to make our own mix

We had to choose at most 4 songs within a 1 minute and 20 second time limit that dated BEFORE 1997

we also had to choose music that BET had music videos that they were allowed to show, as you can see that in the background of the dances there are videos playing in sync with the mix

pDstyle: That must make it really limiting, what songs did you end up choosing?

JAKEpesquira: we chose MC Hammer "Can't Touch This", Salt-N-Pepa "Push it", and Michael and Janet Jackson "Scream." Mix was done by DJ Romulus

pDstyle: Haha, throwback central! How did the crowd respond to it, both music and your set?

JAKEpesquira: We spoke with a good number after the show. They seemed to enjoy the mix. We had our shares of "oo's" and "ahh's" in the audience. It was fun to hear the reactions from crowds that we never used to perform in front of (our friends and families), or simply - people who didn't know who DynamiQ was at all.

pDstyle: Really? What did the crowd really respond well to?

JAKEpesquira: they loved our little theatrics with MC Hammer and his fun "traveling" move across the stage. They also liked that transition into another one of our members do a simple cartwheel into a drop into the floor while everyone does MC Hammer. From what they told us, they loved the movement, the transitions, the energy, and the facials that observed.

More towards the end in the battle scene, the crowd loved our little parody of the other team.

In their battle piece, they got in a human formation of a bikes,so we played around with their bike idea with our silly faces for the crowd. It was something that you had to see on the show!

pDstyle: So were these battles rehearsed like on ABDC? Or were they truly impromptu and freestyled?

JAKEpesquira: the battles were rehearsed and planned out, but since it was our first time, we wanted to add a little touch of impromptu. So we left some time for us to be able to do our own little "disses" to the opposing team. Basically, we were told to make them look stupid. Not something we like to do to teams that we had a lot of respect for, but it was for the show and there were no hard feelings. The parody bit we did was done impromptu though. In between breaks we would come up with some ideas and just do it.

BET battling is very different from ABDC. You are up on their faces with grills and looks that you don't really see unless you're right in front of the opposing team

It’s basically like "you got served" - very intimidating. But we still had a lot of fun. At the end we gave each other thumbs up to our opponents for putting on a good battle

pDstyle: So it seems like all the teams have mad love for each other since the meet up. Do you think it still holds true even after the airing of this past episode?

JAKEpesquira: it's not all that nice and pretty as you may think. There was slight awkwardness in the beginning up to the end because in essence, we were all competing against each other.

There were some thoughts and attitudes here and there because of the voting numbers, but amongst all that drama caused by the media, we all did our best to give our share of smiles and take pictures with each of the teams no matter what. I do hope that after this show, we do remain in contact and still share the same respect as we've given to each other.

pDstyle: It seems like dancing for the "media" is really different than dancing LIVE for our fans and our community. What's so different about dancing for TV?

JAKEpesquira: Television is somewhat different from Dancing Live for our fans and our community because for one - you're not just catering to your fans and community anymore - you're dancing to win the vote of America, or the East (W.O.W. is live in the EAST and a taping for the West). In TV, there's also the mood that the producers set for the show. In our case, they wanted it to be REALLY COMPETITION. So we're talking - be cocky and "we're the best" and "we're going to win definitely" or even our line "we're only 2nd place FOR NOW" -- because that drama makes for a good show and that's what they intend on making. Even though we tried to stay true to ourselves and who we are, it was hard to get away from the setting that they had layed down. So i was even surprised that we said things we normally wouldn't say in our "humble beginnings"

pDstyle: Haha, I think everyone's guilty of messing up their first impressions! So what’s next for DynamiQ Faction now that you guys got your first impression of TV done?

JAKEpesquira: Up next is Main Event and Prelude EC! We can't wait to get back and share the stage with our friends again from our dance community. We're also very much looking forward to a PROJECT DYNAMIQ MEET&GREET! And as far as TV goes, who knows? We'll continue to think and share good thoughts in and out of our team as we have and go places that we haven't been before. It is all about the experience. I'm sure that we as directors and coordinators of dance teams all aim to give our members the opportunities and resources that we have had or never even had in our experiences and give them the best dance team experience they could never forget. With that and DynamiQ's mission, I speak truth when I say that being one of the first fully asian/filipino teams on WOW is definitely a foot in the door for our dance community - and we'd love to share that resource with those who respectfully deserve it. In short, the future? - seeing you guys on shows and ripping the stage to represent our community!

JAM PACKED this SATURDAY

pdstyle — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 12:03:03 +0000

When we think of taking class on a weekend, the thought is pretty sickening, unless it's a fun class like art or something of that sort. This weekend, however, is packed with loads of dance if you're craving for a plethora of classes. More after the jump... BOOGIEZONE NJ Community Class starts your weekend off right this FRIDAY night from 6-8PM at Paragon Ballroom in Roselle Park, NJ. Will Barrientos, founder of Rhythmology, will be teaching his first BZ NJ class for the NJ community. Come out and represent your team and get somewhat youtube famous! --- but most importantly, do it for the community! Still looking for something to do on Saturday? Your dance day extravaganza weekend continues with Project D Dance Company's FREE DANCE DAY from 1-3PM at Step by Step Dancesport, INC in Bergenfield, NJ to celebrate Valentines Day weekend. YES, you read it right, its free -- meaning it costs you nothing! Project D brings back their collabo classes for this special weekend. Get there early! THIS SATURDAY, FEBRUARY_14 TAKE CLASS WITH... [beg. / int.] Marwin Lustre x Arber Matai [int. / adv.] Gigi Del Rosario x Ian Urbina http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=75915217432&ref=ts And if that didn't fill you up, then end your Saturday night with part 2 of FR3SH Dance Company's THE MAIN EVENT Pre-Competition Workshops! from 6:30PM til 10PM at AIM Dance Studios in Matawan, NJ. If anyone knows GIGI del Rosario (PTM/OPM/pD), then if you didn't catch her earlier with her collabo class with Ian Urbina of Project D then you can catch her again teaching a collabo class with Jeff Manosca (FR3SH, Phillanova alum.) at the workshops down south.

AUDITIONS: Major DEF!

pdstyle — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 12:16:36 +0000

If you're in the Baltimore AREA and you're looking for something more than companionship, then you're in luck. This Saturday, FEBRUARY 14th, Major Definition is having pre-audition workshops in the UC BALLROOM for their upcoming auditions. Take three different classes from Jake Naldo, Joe Naldo, and Paolo "P-Slice" Penala.

WORLD OF DANCE: NYC

pdstyle — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 14:59:45 +0000

IT started with Prelude EC. Then there was the Jabbawockeez event (kinda). Then the advent of PRIDE. The MAIN Event soon followed after. (and even rumours of Battlefest NYC are popping up). So whats next?

WORLD of DANCE.

Say what?!

VIMBY - World of Dance

YES. We said it. WORLD OF DANCE is coming to NYC. With WOD recently expanding to San Mateo and San Diego, it wasn't long until it made its way to the east coast. The date is set in stone: JUNE 13, 2009 at the Roseland Ballroom in NYC. This year, starting with their original franchise in Pomona, WOD is going to be integrating fashion and street wear culture on top of the unification of bboy and dance crew events all under one roof. Those looking for a vendor booth should sign up here: https://secure1.webconnex.com/fashionparticipant No leads yet on the selection process for registering to perform at WOD since all their registration files are specially password protected. Time will only tell, but for now, we all can wait and dream.

World of Dance Video - VIMBY

pdstyle — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 01:33:49 +0000

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more about "World of Dance Video - VIMBY", posted with vodpod

Myron Marten announces WOD NYC

pdstyle — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 01:09:45 +0000

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPJLiKFVAoI]

have-a-heart-flyer-print-1-copy

kimbrs — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 03:17:45 +0000

DMV Dance Community Update

kimbrs — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 03:39:04 +0000

Hey yall, this is Kimbers from DC letting you all know what's going on in the DC/MD/VA area in the dance community this week! Thursday, February 19th Culture Shock DC Company Class Jemuel "JV" Valencia is teaching Culture Shock, DC's Company Class. JV is a principal dancer and choreographer for Culture Shock, DC, former director of Major Definition, and member of TitoBoyScouts Crew. Class is held at CityDance Center at Strathmore from 8:30pm to 9:45pm for $15. Please see the CSDC website for more details. Have a Heart, Save a Life A Celebration of Life & Art in Support of Suicide Prevention. Culture Shock, DC and DCypher Dance will be performing to support suicide prevention at the Rock & Roll Hotel at 8pm. Friday, February 20th Black Expressions Hip Hop Festival Co-Presented by Mason/Rhynes productions, Dance Place's 6th annual Hip Hop Festival will be presenting performances Capital Movement Project, Aysha Upchurch/Life Rhythm Move Project, DCypher Dance, and Live in Color and Boogie Bots from America's Best Dance Crew. The festival continues from Friday to Sunday. Please see the Dance Place website for more details. Saturday, February 21st Major Definition Auditions UMBC's resident Hip Hop Dance Troupe is hosting auditions for their Spring season! They have competed and performed up the east coast and shared the stage with teams like Team Millennia, the Jabbawockeez & Boogie Bots. No dance experience is required! Auditions will be held at UMBC's Fine Arts 317 at 10:00 am. Please see the facebook event for more details. 23rd Annual Jazz & Tap Dance Festival The Dancin' Unlimited Jazz Dance Company is dedicated to bring the art of jazz dance to their audiences & this year is presenting a showcase of Jazz, Tap and Hip Hop. Participating groups include Encore Performers, MetroTap, Synergy Hip Hop Dance Inc., and Future Shock, DC. The festival is having two performances that Saturday at 8pm and a matinee on Sunday the 22nd at 4pm at the Annandale Campus of Northern Virginia Community College. Please see the Dance Unlimited website for more details. ..that's all for now! Stay tuned for more updates on the DMV dance community!

lost kids x main event

pdstyle — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 22:59:29 +0000

Fr3sh Dance Company has teamed up with the Lost Kids (who are performing exhibition at the Main Event) and made a fun promo vid for the Main Event on FEB 28th at the Bergen PAC in NJ. Its a really silly 1:37 vid, but it gets the job done! Peep their cool vid and see the Lost Kids live on FEB 28th! [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=72SaxwFwng4] FYI, DMV area stand up, the Main Event will be hosted by Bryan East of America's Best Dance Crew's "The Boogie Bots"

SoReal Cru in NYC

pdstyle — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 23:43:44 +0000

EXPLOSION!? Apparently, SoReal Cru will be in Times Square NYC on Wednesday March 4, 2009 from 8-9:00 PM according to their website, myspace, and facebook info. Catch them while they're in town! Chicken and Rice anyone? Also SoReal has released the first episodes of their season 2 miniseries on YouTube! Check those out because despite the awesome dancing involved in each of the vids, you get a pretty good sense of SoReal from the inside (but not the entire SoReal dance crew). [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=35TGVDA4IAw&fmt=18] UPDATE. They came out with EP 2.2 Back to School - Chicago [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zoEbZ8LIXPg&fmt=18]

PRELUDE EC 2

pdstyle — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 07:21:41 +0000

PRELUDE East COAST 2 is official! Comping April 25, 2009 to the Manhattan Center studios [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nbzR2rDaYcY&hl=en&fs=1] props to "Phawill" on the vid

MAIN EVENT this SATURDAY

pdstyle — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 23:16:26 +0000

14 dance teams of the tri-state area (and DMV area) are coming together for one of the most anticipated dance competitions to hit the east coast, to date. Where will you be? Fr3sh Dance Company's The Main EVENT, hosted by Bryan "boogiemind" East of America's Best Dance Crew Season 2's Boogiebots, will be this saturday, FEB 28th. Exhibition performances include: Project Em, Funkanometry SF, the Lost Kids, the Bryan East Project, FR3SH Dance Co and Fr3sh Jrs. Peep the trailer vid to get a taste of what to expect. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXPjOsx7wUg&fmt=22] http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=37354868039&ref=ts WWW.MAINEVENTCOMPETITION.COM

EC History

pdstyle — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 03:25:43 +0000

The following is an ongoing chronicle of the East Coast Dance Community logged from its earliest beginnings to its present day development. Reflected on this page is an almost accurate recount of the history of EC Dance teams--their beginnings, the break offs, the consolidation, and the new beginnings. The purpose behind this project is to help other dance teams in their area to know where they came from and to know about each other. Simply stated, this is a subtle yet powerful attempt at dance community unity through the power of history. This work is a CONTINUAL progress! We encourage all reading to make corrections and or additions to the history via leaving a comment on this page.

NJ AREA

R.E.S.E.T. Ministries (Refocusing on Eternal Salvation and Empowered Testimonies) The beginnings of R.E.S.E.T. stem back to the Fall of 2001, where weekly dance sessions at Allen lounge (Busch Campus, Rutgers University) drew a steady stream of bboys and bgirls from around the area. In November 2001, a group of freshman students from these sessions came together to compete at the annual Rutgers TASA Freestyle Talent Show. At the time, the group had no name, so the name RAG Crew (RAG = Real Asian Gully) was thought up as a last minute formality (credit to Eric Jen and Scott Wong). RAG Crew emerged victorious at the event, taking first place and claiming the $100 cash prize— which was used towards the purchase of a linoleum dance floor for the bboy sessions. In 2002, several members of RAG Crew formed an official Rutgers Organization named S.E.T.U.P. (Self Experession Through United Performances). S.E.T.U.P. consisted of individuals specializing in bboying, popping, hiphop, and stepping, and the unique fusion of styles earned the group several first-place finishes and guest performances at various Rutgers-related events. Highlights for S.E.T.U.P. included taking 1st place at the 2002 Rutgers TASA Freestyle, invited guest performances at Asian Expo and China Nite, and earning an opening spot for Mr. Cheeks at Rutgers Unity Day. In 2003, differences in interests between S.E.T.U.P. members lead to the bboys splitting off to form their own crew, which they called “Reset”. The name was chosen to pay homage to S.E.T.U.P., while at the same time to confer a new beginning that would focus back on the group’s bboying and popping roots. Also, several members began training in the style of locking around this time, and soon it would become a mainstay in their performance routines. Notable Reset moments included earning 2nd place at the 2003 Rutgers TASA Freestyle, a guest performance at the EOPSA Talent Show, and making the front page of the Rutgers Daily Targum. 2004 marked a defining period in R.E.S.E.T. history. During that year, several members of Reset felt a calling to start up a Bible study/small group fellowship based on Rutgers Busch Campus. After much prayer and planning, the first Family Gathering (called a family gathering because it was a “gathering of brothers and sisters in Christ”) took place on September 28, 2004 in Richardson 164. Word quickly spread of the weekly event, and attendance gradually increased. Many of the participants that showed up for the meetings turned out to be dancers and/or musicians, and the event quickly evolved into a night of praise and worship, testimony, prayer, open mic, and open cypher. It was during the early days of these gatherings that the name R.E.S.E.T. Ministries—which stands for “Refocusing on Eternal Salvation and Empowered Testimonies”—was created, reflecting both the meaning and motivation behind the group’s fellowship. R.E.S.E.T. no longer represented just a dance crew, but represented an entire three-part ministry inclusive of small-group fellowship (inward), personal relationships with God (upward), and performance and testimony (outward). The non-acronym Reset name was retired in 2004 in favor of R.E.S.E.T.; however, since “Reset” was still a recognized name in the area, the group continued to be invited to perform at local events. With its members and guests gifted in many styles of dance, music, and spoken word, their talents were combined for performances with a new focus of proclaiming the name and gospel of Jesus Christ in unique, relevant, and entertaining ways. Throughout the years, R.E.S.E.T.’s performance ministry has included members from many groups in the NJ/NY area, including Beats n Blessings, Boogie Bots Crew, Dawn of a New Age (DNA), Deep Foundation, 5 Crew Dynasty, Fr3sh Dance Company, Infamous Zebra Mob (IZM), Natural Born Killahz (NBK), Part Time Models (PTM), Project D, Raps Dance Troupe (RDT), Rhythmology, Rock with Finesse (RWF), Secretb8se, SERCisCompany (SiC), Sour Logic, Team Technique, and Warholsoup. R.E.S.E.T. Ministries is currently still active and is predominantly known today as a locking/funk crew, representing Jesus Christ throughout the east coast dance scene. [more teams coming soon]

NYC AREA

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=amiKR5psEQQ] History of RHYTHM CITY, INC. [more coming soon]

BOSTON AREA

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wJtS_uvH74g]

D.C. AREA

[coming soon]

MD AREA

[coming soon]

VA AREA

[coming soon]

project: EC history

pdstyle — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 03:59:27 +0000

Another dance team?!

No! It's something better! With the rise and advent of new teams and the evolution of established teams in our respective areas, our dance community is finally becoming a....DANCE Community. But how do you keep track of knowing who is known for what? How do you know what team came from who? How are new teams going to be understood by established teams? Simply put, how will every team understand each other and what they're all about?

THE ANSWER

We here at pDstyle felt that with the rate our community is growing, the timing could not have been any better to establish an ongoing chronicle to constitute our community history. An idea first suggested by Tristan Cabalar of the Hip Hop Dance Association, the calling was to organize an open book of dance community history that encompasses the beginnings of teams, their milestones, breakups, resolutions, and major developments. Eventually, the need for history necessitated action to be executed. Our proposal is to create a project that will collect all of the historical background of every dance team represented in the East Coast, that will accurately document the connections between different EC communities, and will be continuously documented on this website under the link entitled: EC HISTORY (coming soon!) The forefront of this project will be headed by our very own, Angelita Del Rosario! *claps*

How can you help?

Two ways. If you would like to be included into our historical log, please email us your most accurate team history to angelitaadr@gmail.com Include...

How your team first started and began
Any lines of relation/communication established between your team and others
Did the team break off? Did it consolidate and absorb another team?
Has the name been changed?
Milestones for the team, etc.

Or if you see Gigi on an almost daily basis, then definitely don't be shy to come up to her and talk about your team history! (She'll be curious! I promise!)

The success on this project is really dependent on you, the dancer, the team, and the community.

afterHYPE: the MAIN EVENT

pdstyle — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 13:19:32 +0000

So for those of you who didn't make it to the Main Event this past FEB 28th, you missed out! TOP3 posted below with vids. UPDATE. Vids are slowly turning up on Youtube by typing in "main event"

Rhythm City [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BqyQcLKXADE]
Capital Funk [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sbBiaQ6teHU&fmt=18]
EPIC Motion [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mprNiZnsb54]

CONGRATS TO the WINNERS and GREAT JOB to all the Participants! Stay tuned for more updates and recaps! UPDATE2. We've compiled most of the vids on a playlist! Check out what you missed this past weekend! http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=257A479C7DC82B5C UPDATE3. Picture coverage is up! Props to Bryan Angeles for these amazing shots http://bryangeles.zenfolio.com/p108068436 More updates to follow!

Static Noyze needs you!

pdstyle — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 01:15:39 +0000

Boston stand up! If you're in the Boston area and you're still looking for a crew to join, then you're in luck! This thursday March 5th, Static Noyze Hip Hop Dance Company is looking to expand the family for the mid year dance season. If you're still a freelance dancer in the area looking for a dance fam to be a part of, then Static Noyze is your shot!

From the Facebook event

Interested in joining our crew? Here's your chance! We are looking for men and women, 18 years or older, with prior dance experience to join Static Noyze Dance Company! This in-class audition takes place on Thursday March 5th from 7:30pm-9:00pm at the Jeannette Neill Dance Studio in Boston. PLEASE CONTACT US ahead of time if you are interested in auditioning for the company. Dance resumes and headshots are welcome but not mandatory. Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to complete a registration form. Callbacks will be held Sunday March 8th at 6:00pm at the Brookline Academy of Dance. For more info or to confirm that you are auditioning, please contact Henry at 617 480 9662 or email info@StaticNoyze.com. Thursday, March 5th 7:30pm-9:00pm Jeannette Neill Dance Studio, 261 Friend Street, 5th Floor Boston, MA 02114 Class cost: $15 http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=54351872935&ref=ts

BZNJ Class with CHOREO COOKIES

pdstyle — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 01:20:14 +0000

Facebook Event

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=78530777984&ref=ts

JoJo Diggs

kimbrs — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 20:43:09 +0000

This & last week, LA has been able to bless the DMV with the presence of Jojo Diggs! Jojo will be teaching this Thursday's Culture Shock DC Advanced/Professional Company class and workshops in House/Hip Hop/Jazz Funk at Contradiction Dance. If you haven't heard of her or seen her style/choreography, then you need to get on it! [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TCv_tHGl4nM&hl=en&fs=1] Born in Germany, Jojo discovered her passion for dance at the age of 22 when she abandoned her 9-5 jobs to pursue something completely unique: ballroom dance instructing. Her passion for dance grew over time and she began to train in many other styles, including hip hop, breakdance, jazz, locking, punking, tap, modern, African, house, and more. Jojo spearheaded several dance teams including Culture Shock, D.C., Broken Toyx AZ, and InFamous LA. Jojo has instructed along side world renown choreographers such as Tabitha & Napoleon, Tony Czar, Miguel, and Lyle Beniga. Her choreography has been showcased at Internationally recognized places such as the Nokia Center and Kodak Theatre in LA, across the United States, and Switzerland. She has danced with the world-famous Popping Pete and Omarion and can be seen on commercials representing DancePlug.com. Today Jojo merges both feminine and masculine styles with traditional and original styles as she commands the stage in performances across the east and west coasts. She can be found with a smile on her face teaching Hip Hop at Debbie Reynolds, Jazz Funk at Edge Performing Arts Center, freestyling at a local House club. She encourages others to live in the moment by doing so herself, and looks forward to helping others grow and smile even more in the future. Culture Shock, DC Advanced Professional Company Class with JoJo Diggs: Thursday, March 12, 2009. 8:30-9:45pm at CityDance Center at Strathmore 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, MD 20852 $15 Drop-in Master Classes with Jojo Diggs at Contradiction Dance: Saturday, March 14, 2009 at Contradiction Dance in Echo Park 12:00-1:30: Jazz Funk 1:30-3:00: Hip Hop 3:30-5:00: House 7014 Westmoreland Ave, A, Takoma Park, MD 20912 $25/class, $40 for 2, $55 for all 3.

Break...DANCE! not hearts!

pdstyle — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 01:21:01 +0000

This FRIDAY, check out the OG dance competition that helped start the dance scene in the NYC/NJ area. FLASH Dance Troupe of Seton Hall Univ brings you their annual dance team competition (previously known as FLASH DTC) with a TWIST! This competition differs from their previous versions being that there is only one winner! Top two (scored by the judging panel) of the entire competition get sent to a head to head finals round where each perform a smaller set to the same master mix (previously provided). Winner of finals is determined by crowd vote! Come out and see what the HYPE is all about!

children of the sun

pdstyle — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 05:02:53 +0000

So this is nothing dance related, but seeing as how most of our dance community are of the Filipino majority, I think video is well worth posting...also because it is EXTREMELY DOPE. (Besides, there are a couple of cameos from people within our EC Dance Community in this vid!---Rex, Darvi, Suitkace...etc. just to name a few) MABUHAY! [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kj1nGRyyoBE]

World of DANCE

pdstyle — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 02:02:22 +0000

As you all know, WOD is coming to NYC in JUNE. If you've heard of World of Dance or seen the footage on YT, then you know this is a pretty big deal for everyone in the community. The networking, the reach, the audience, and just the overall experience is second to none. However, before this amazing dance/convention event hits up NYC, WOD will start up at Pomona on April 4th. Peep this year's flyer as some of our community will be breaking barriers by being some of the first from the east side (as well as the dirty south) to represent both in exhibition (Fr3sh Dance Company; NJ) and competition (X-Cross Applesauce; NYC). Congrats and good luck to the teams!

Break Dance..not hearts! RESULTS

pdstyle — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 03:30:14 +0000

Results are in! This year's FLASH Dance Competition 2009 winners are...

Fr3sh Juniors!

The the top 3 judges picks were rhythm city, hip hop theory, and fr3sh juniors. Of the three, Rhythm City was eliminated, moving Hip Hop Theory and Fr3SH Juniors to the final battle round. More updates and recaps to come. (Major thanks to Marc Andre Densing for the info!)

Prelude EC 2009 is coming

pdstyle — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 14:07:19 +0000

The official line up towards this year's PRELUDE EC 2009 has been released! See ya'll on the east side!

Boogie Town

pdstyle — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 11:28:57 +0000

Another dance movie? Yeah, mayne! From the creators of You Got Served, comes yet another dance movie. And by the looks of the trailer, it looks like they got it right -- dancing wise. It definitely looks like a West Side storyish Hip Hop dance remix catered to the new dancing generation, and by the looks of who's casted (Hok from Quest Crew, Mike Song and Tony Tran from Kaba Modern, and The Company/GEN2's Shaun Evaristo, to name a few...) the dancing will nothing but straight hype and fire. However as with most dance movies, the story ends up really cheesy, predictable, or just plain corny. If this one has super powers as it suggests, then the gimmick might backfire. Eitherway, its just so refreshing to see the community dancers from our west coast counterpart make it onto the big screen! Mad love from the EC to ya'll! [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z99sVFQ2liM] See who you can spot out and post it as a reply!

Clearasil's BEAT BLOCKERS

pdstyle — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 11:50:26 +0000

So if anyone has seen the call out on myspace, or the fr3sh email blast, then you've heard of the Clearasil Pimple Blocker competition that been happening these past few weeks at ICON Dance Complex. Yet another company trying to capitalize on the dance movement by doing a derivative take on ABDC's success and formula is Clearasil. Anyway, the follow vid below shows an OG from our immediate dance scene in NJ. See if you can find out who I'm talking about! [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oAtSFGio56o] Up-and-coming dance crews will compete in the Clearasil® Pimple Blocker Battle at the Hard Rock Cafe Times Square on April 7, 2009, for the opportunity to become the first Clearasil® Dance Crew. The battle will feature a celebrity host and a panel of judges including Drew Lachey and celebrity choreographer, GEO.

Boogie Bots & Passion @ VTech!

kimbrs — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 14:45:56 +0000

Just a really quick update for yall; especially all of our dancers further down south from the DMV! Virginia Tech's Asian American Student Union Spring Concert this Friday is featuring the DMV's very own Boogie Bots Crew and many peoples' favorite singer/songwriter, Jeremy Manongdo, aka 'Passion'. The Concert/Show is this Friday, March 27th from 7 to 9pm at Virginia Tech's Haymarket Theatre. Tickets are $7 [www.tickets.vt.edu]. Joesar Alva & Joshua Gilmore are also set to teach amazing workshops that Saturday, March 28th. Space is limited to only 45 people! Rumor has it that my lovely bots are going to do an exclusive collabo.. but you'll only find out unless you go! Also, if you happen to run into my boy, Andrew Ton from DOP down there, wish him a Happy 21st Birthday for me!

BYSK: Newark, NJ -- mecca of HOUSE movement

pdstyle — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 05:29:41 +0000

This video is a goldmine for the history of house music heritage that came to be from Newark, NJ. I think everyone should realize what a rich cultured state we have. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbNbNy96fZ8] More things you should know from the other counterparts of our East Coast breatheren coming soon!

Prelude EC weekend

pdstyle — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 03:19:57 +0000

With the weeks to PRELUDE EC slowly ticking away, the pressure is on for all competing teams to make the final touches before performance day. For most teams, the day after PRELUDE EC [http://tmdance.org/preludeec.html] marks a day of much needed rest and relaxation. For Boogiezone NJ and teams like Rhythmology and Project D, however, the rest of the competition weekend means one thing...PRETTY INTENSE WORKSHOPS (and an AFTERPARTY)! Peep what happens before and the day after when the curtains for PRELUDE EC close. Shoutouts to Boogiezone NJ, Soreal Cru, Team Millennia, Rhythmology, and Project D for making after events like these happen! (click on pictures to link to FACEBOOK events!)

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

Sunday

UPDATE. Just added for TUESDAY, APRIL 28th, 2009. Take class with none other than, Emmett Agapay, director of Choreo Cookies! Thanks to Project D and Choreo Cookies for this hook up for the dance community!

STEP UP or GET SMOKED!

pdstyle — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 10:57:38 +0000

Went to TNK ( Tuesday Night Krew sessions at Rhythmology's Creative Image Studio in Bergenfield, NJ) and couldn't get enough of it? Battled someone and now you're addicted to battling? Do you just wanna get off and show everyone what you've got? Rhythmology brings TNK back for a special Saturday entitled, STEP UP or GET SMOKED! The event this SATURDAY (APRIL 11) is a 4 hour long jam with ONEvONEs freestyle from 8-10PM judged by Will Barrientos of Rhythmology, and Steven Armendi of Project D. Then from 10PM-12AM will be the ONEvONEs BBOY competition judged by Darvi (RWF), Suitkace (Breaks Kru), and Stylez (2ktactics). 18 People in each division battle it out until there is only one....but the best is the description coined by Bboy Air Rich and Bboy Layzee.

STEP UP or GET SMOKED! freestyle dance competition was created to inspire hunger for dance in the Garden State.

* THE CALLOUT *

Come throw down as much heat as you can bring to the competition. INCINERATE EVERYONE in the inferno of your undeniable AWESOMENESS of dancetastical skillifications and get crowned the new HOTNESS of Dance!!!! GUNS, BULLETS, FIRE, BLOOD AND WAR SHIT!!!!! RRRRAAWWRR! Note : Some words were used to inspire your sense of competitiveness and drive.

PRELUDE EC! the after effects

pdstyle — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 04:48:42 +0000

PRELUDE EC 2009! What a show! Thanks and congratulations to all the teams that made it out this year at NYC. And your winners for this year's competition are...

Rhythm City (Bronx, NY and Main Event Champions)
Rhythmology (Bergenfield, NJ)
8Count (Montreal, CA)

Something to note* that really got my attention since Main Event

Most Dance Teams' extreme use of MIMS - Move If You Wanna
- Please stop. Lets put this overplayed song to rest. Thank you. Love your ENTIRE DANCE COMMUNITY.

AND lastly....Videos are starting to show up as well! Click the jump for links! http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=bboyzhen&view=videos Thanks to bboyzhen on youtube for the uploads.

WHAT DO you think about your/our east coast community?

pdstyle — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 04:37:17 +0000

VOICE YOUR ULTIMATE OPINION!

What do you think about your local dance community?
What do you think about your EAST COAST DANCE COMMUNITY?

YOUR OPINION COUNTS. LEAVE your response as a comment on this POST! We want to know what (and how) our dance community thinks!

Got your...FANNY PAK?!

pdstyle — Fri, 08 May 2009 00:48:55 +0000

Sorry for the lack of updates! But here's a major one for ya...

FANNY PAK of MTV's America's Best Dance Crew Season 2 will be in the NJ area this weekend! And you know what that means... a weekend of CLASSES and WORKSHOPS! Friday, May 8th, 2009, from 6-8PM BOOGIEZONE NJ will be holding class at Paragon Ballroom in Roselle Park, NJ with Phillip Collins of FANNY PAK. Come early to register if this will be your first time to the boogiezone nj class network! SATURDAY, MAY 9th -- FR3SH Dance Company will be hosting their FANNY PAK workshop at AIM Dance Academy in Matawan, NJ from 4PM til 8PM. Come early because space is limited! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- UPDATE! More classes and workshops happening this SATURDAY. RHYTHMOLOGY will be hosting a workshop with the Boogiebots of ABDC Season 2 from 12PM-3:30PM Come out and support the crew that represented NJ at MTV's ABDC Season 2 http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=91974973880&ref=ts Meanwhile, Project D's Hip Hop Company Classes are back (after a long hiatus)!!! Come out to Step by Step Dancesport in Bergenfield, NJ from 1-3PM to take class with Ayano Tokunaga (beg./int. class; 1-2PM) and Marwin Ramos (adv. class; 2-3PM)! http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=74063728524

KABA MODERN and BEAT FREAKS WEEKEND!

pdstyle — Fri, 15 May 2009 10:21:14 +0000

IT's the start of yet another weekend, and this weekend is yet again filled with DANCE!

START your FRIDAY off RIGHT with a BOOGIEZONE NJ Community Class with featured instructor, DR. ARNEL CALVARIO, founder of KABA MODERN and advisor for Kaba Modern of America's Best Dance Crew Season one, Board President of Culture Shock L.A., and pretty much one of the guys responsible for the collegiate dance team scene that grew out of CALIFORNIA. Definitely a learning opportunity you don't want to miss as his wealth of knowledge of dance stems as far back as anyone else on our scene. SATURDAY. Rhythmology at Creative Image studios in Bergenfield, NJ bring you a BEAT FREAKS workshop! Registration at 12PM and class goes on from 12:30PM til 2:45PM with a meet and greet til 3PM. Get there early since spots max out at 35 people per class! http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=95720970906&ref=ts On the same Saturday, Project D Dance Company is bringing back their famous collabo classes with NEW COLLBOs! This Saturday from 1-2PM is a Rachel Sadang x Jeff Laconico collabo for Beginning/Intermediate Level and from 2-3PM is an Arber Matai x Lexine Deluca collabo for Intermediate/Advanced Level! If you made it to Rhythm's class looking to take class but spots are all full, don't fret!---PDs studio is only five minutes down Teaneck Rd./Washington Ave. from Creative Image. Try to go to both studios if you can!

East Coast Dance Competition 2009 Recap

kimbrs — Thu, 21 May 2009 02:21:17 +0000

So if you weren't in DC this last weekend, you were definitely missed out! Culture Shock, Washington, DC, held its 6th annual East Coast Dance Competition at the Warner Theatre. To start off the weekend, Culture Shock hosted a successfully rain-free Pre-Show on the steps of historic Mount Carnegie Library at Mount Vernon Square. Pre-Show included amazing acts including Splittin' Image, G-N-C, Future Shock DC and Culture Shock DC. DNA (Dawn of a New Age) came together and flew in performers like Rowie Calica from San Diego and Jazmyne Jenkins, Culture Shock San Diego alum, in addition to Jef Mendoza, Bryan East, J. Kevin Aguilar and Amato Diaz. Kick Rocks successfully had their debut performance as a crew, The Kidz did a Janet Jackson tribute medley in honor of her birthday, and Beat Ya Feet Kingz brought DC flavor to a new level. This year's exhibition performances included amazing performances by Mini Shock and Future Shock, DC, and Culture Shock, Canada. Culture Shock, Las Vegas brought some slightly sinful moves from Vegas, under the artistic direction of Jawkeen Howard, and Different, from Basel, Switzerland, proved that Hip Hop can't be contained by just one style. Boogie Bots, from ABDC season 2, performed a revised set of signature and new choreography, and Culture Shock, DC banged out the show with an epicly fresh medley of international Hip Hop music. I was really surprised by the competing teams this year! We were all disappointed that Studio One couldn't make it out to compete this year, but all the remaining teams held it down. Props to YFAMD (Young Filipino-American Modern Dance) from Virginia Beach for their first year competing in ECDC against some intimidating and established teams. Third place was awarded to Major Definition from UMBC, under the direction of Paolo Penala and Nina Hardy. Their performance was out there! "It was about aliens and shit, literally." (thanks, Mikey) Major Def really amazed the cast and the audience with their cohesive dancing and high-energy. Really, the cast would not shut up about you guys after your tech rehearsal! Second place was awarded to FR3SH Jrs from New Jersey. Jrs had a really eclectic set of choreography of everything from hype dancing, to reggae, to waacking, to that really adorable last piece (sorry, I don't know what song that was!). I always love watching their intricate blocking. After FR3SH stole the show last year, I saw it was only fitting that Jrs placed this year! First place was forreal stolen by Rhythm City. They arrived only minutes before the show had begun (or was it during the show? who knows..) and did not have time for a tech rehearsal, but they got in and performed so hard. Their raw energy and some really clean and sick choreography blew the audience and the judges away. Congrats, Rhythm City! Post-show workshops were held at the CityDance center at Strathmore and included classes from Chev Chechoo and Rana Khoury from Culture Shock, Canada, Viola Elkins, formerly of Culture Shock, Chicago, Gus Bembery, Jazmyne Jenkins, Culture Shock, San Diego Alumna, and Jawkeen Howard, artistic director of Culture Shock, Las Vegas. It was really awesome to see some national Culture Shock style in one room.. more vids to be posted on everything later! yay!

NJ to NYC

pdstyle — Fri, 29 May 2009 11:08:39 +0000

This Saturday and Sunday, NJ and NYC will be bringing you a lot of options for dance! Click the JUMP for this weekend's tour de jour of DANCE! Starting on Saturday from 1-3PM, Project D's Company classes will feature Intermediate Class taught by John Baluyut and Advanced Class with a dope collabo between Marwin Lustre and Gigi Del Rosario of VEN15. If you happen to live in NYC, then this Saturday at 2PM, OPENS its doors to the PUBLIC with an OPEN REHEARSAL featuring Katie Ocampo and Mimi Ubarra!!! If you're planning on audition for DynamiQ faction on the following week, coming to this class would give prospective dancers a nice taste of what to expect from DynamiQ faction. Kathleen 'Katie' Ocampo and Mary-Ann 'Mimi' Ubarra will be teaching workshop routines together! KATIE'S #: 516-209-8041 MIMI'S #: 516-587-2013 SUNDAY. If you live in south JERSEY, then GENUINE DANCE COMPANY has a treat for you! SHOEY SUN and SUNG LEE of EPIC MOTION (reppin NYC) will be in NEW JERSEY teaching a workshop at Ultimate Danceworks (In the Willowpoint Mall Complex). Don't know where that is? FROM US 9 South: Take the U-turn from Union Hill Road to get onto Rt 9 N, the studio is the right after Nonas Italian Restaurant and before Damon's Grill. Damage: 3$ to watch 7$ pre-registered* 10$ at the door *To pre-register, send an email to GenuineDanceCompany@yahoo.com with your name, number, and email address. You must pre-register again even if you have done so for previous workshops. http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/event.php?eid=83590414222

Because You Should Know: Buddha Stretch

kestrell — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 03:27:46 +0000

Much has been said about the different styles of dance in our scene - popping, locking, tutting, waving, bboying, house, wacking / punking, choreography, the list goes on. However, we shouldn't forget, at the heart of everything - dance is dance. Check this out: [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vPIm9Mc71e8] Buddha Stretch was one of the pioneers for choreography as we know it today. He was the very first choreographer to teach hip-hop in a mainstream dance studio - New York's Broadway Dance Center - in 1989. (Longer than many of us have been alive!) Dancers of his generation weren't confined to one style, and that's what made them great. "Do what the music dictates... That's what defines me, the MUSIC..." Buddha Stretch's Bio @ BDC

the AUDITION LIST

pdstyle — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 02:17:05 +0000

GOOD LUCK to everyone practicing this week!

PLEASE BE ON TIME on DECEMBER 1st! We'll need to process you and double check that you and/or your group is present! And definitely encourage your family and friends to come out and cheer you ON!

GROUPS - STAGE 1

(coming soon) *Indicates we don't have all your NOR your Audition FORMS.

SINGLES - Stage II

(coming soon)

LIST TO BE POSTED BY NOVEMBER 24-25.

event recap: world of dance NYC

kestrell — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:09:02 +0000

This past Saturday, at the Roseland Ballroom in NYC, World of Dance Tour made its East Coast debut, complete with massive exhibitions & competitions. Props to everyone who came out, but ESPECIALLY big props to Project D for taking second place!!! Take a look at the vids (videos courtesy of BloggingABDC & pinoiboirich): First Place: Studio One [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ePq-C09uozQ&eurl=http%3A%2F%2Fbloggingbestdancecrew.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F06%2Fvideos-world-of-dance-ny-winners-studio.html&feature=player_embedded] Second Place: Project D!!! [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9nLhpVeeMB8&feature=related] Third Place: Rhythm City [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Q7c3QXwYOk&feature=related]

event recap: body rock 2009 (featuring fr3sh alumni)

kestrell — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:17:24 +0000

Out on the West Coast, another important dance event played out this past Saturday: Body Rock. Started as Bustagroove 10 years ago, Body Rock has become one of California's iconic events. PDStyle's Myron Merced & Ken Estrellas caught up with Fr3sh alumni Kristina Latonio (SGBM) & Karlo Soria (PAC Modern), & frequent East Coast visitor Brian Puspos (SoReal Cru) after the event to get their opinions, shoutouts, and reflect on good times here on the East Coast. Check out the video below: [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4_Rn-a1dVfE]

NJ class schedule: june 20-21

kestrell — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 05:34:49 +0000

As always, there are a ton of classes going on this weekend. Here's a few: SATURDAY, JUNE 20: Project D will be holding classes at Step By Step Dance Studio in Bergenfield, NJ from 1-3 PM. Continuing the collabos are Melissa Garing & Steven Armendi (1-2 PM, Beginner / Intermediate) and Jeff Laconico & AJ Delegra (2-3 PM, Intermediate / Advanced). Classes are $10 pre-registered, $12 @ the door. Check the flyer and the Facebook group for details: PROJECT D Company Hip-Hop Classes Also in Bergenfield, Rhythmology will be hosting classes @ Creative Image Studio from 12:30-5 PM (4.5 hours! Whoa!!!). Featured choreographers are Ed Escaro from 12:30-2 PM, Krystle Tiburcio from 2-3:30 PM, and Mikey Tabuzo from 3:30-5 PM. Classes are $8 each, or $15 for all 3. Check the flyer and the Facebook group for details: Rhythmology Hip-Hop Workshops SUNDAY, June 21: Fr3sh Dance Co. will be holding its third week of "Recession Special" classes - only $5 per class! (A good deal in these tough times... especially for such amazing choreographers!) This Sunday's class, which will be held at AIM Dance Academy in Matawan, NJ, will be taught by Amanda Suk (Fr3sh, E.P.I.C. Motion Co-Artistic Director) & Shoey Sun (E.P.I.C. Motion Co-Artistic Director) from 3:30-5 PM. Check the Facebook event for details, and check out some of the previous classes: Fr3sh Dance Co. Workshops [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ku5h0n9z3mI&feature=channel_page] [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n55ic0TXs1Y&feature=channel_page] As always, keep checking pDStyle.wordpress.com for all your East Coast dance info - workshops, special events, and overall awesomeness. And if you've got something you think should be on the blog, let us know! E-mail projectd.nj@gmail.com with the goodness.

RESULTS for WINTER 2009

pdstyle — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 16:22:21 +0000

Thank you so very much to all of you who auditioned and for all of you that came out to support the auditionees at the WINTER AUDITIONS for the 2009-2010 competition season of Project D (a.k.a. stage 7)! It was REALLY such an amazing turnout and we were blown away with all the talent that came out of everyone. Unfortunately, we were not able to take all of you, but please do not get discouraged as competition was VERY INTENSE this year. Your hardwork was recognized by the judges and the decision process was a long and difficult one. We hope you all enjoyed the audition experience with Project D and we encourage you to continue your passion to dance. See you in the SUMMER!

Executive Board

Bernie Armendi (Executive Director) Steven Armendi (Co-Artistic Director) Jeff Laconico (Co-Artistic Director) Marwin Lustre (Captain of NewGroundz) Ian Urbina (Secretary) Patricia Dayleg (Treasurer) Myron Merced (Media Director) pending (Events Coordinator) Jonkristoffer Bisda (Public Relations Director) [Check back for additions; will be updated every hour.]

THE 2009-2010 WINTER COMPANY

John Baluyut
John Almiranez
Mark Cimafranca
Mark Matarlo
Alvin Togonon
Golda Gozum
Jessica Chen
Jeremy Yabut
Neil Martin
Romeo Estrada
Regina Lustre
Gretch Banaag
Miguel Patawaran
Denise Rendor
Melissa Garing
Mikey Tanayan
Rachel Sadang
AJ Delgra
Elyzamarie Damaso
Lexine Deluca
Raymond Chan

TRAINEES

Kathryn Secretaria
Katie Ocampo
Macho Sila
Marjorie Milloria
Pauline Tarife
Stephanie Capili
Justin Liwanag
Christopher Carbonell

Scholarship Trainee

Rachel Enriquez

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS for TRAINEES: Once you see your name on here, make a gmail (if you do not already have one) and email us at projectd.nj@gmail.com with your gmail address! Further instructions will be forwarded to you from there regarding your first day and more!

[Check back for additions; will be updated every hour. SLIGHT CORRECTIONS HAVE BEEN MADE]

Ranks

Company Member - currently trained member and active performer of the company

Trainee - newcomer/returner to Project D that still requires training

Scholarship Trainee - trainee which trains with the company, but kept at a close eye until proven to be in competition or performance level

*NOTE

All selected trainees/scholarship trainees are required to undergo an interview with the Directors and will have to report to Company Rehearsal on DECEMBER 5th, 2009 at Step By Step as noted in the audition packet (or as advised on audition day) at 10AM sharp.

All Company Members are to report to rehearsal for new season orientation and interviews at the 10am on DECEMBER 5th, 2009 after trainees/scholarship.

Pauline Tarife

Denise Rendor (Trainee)

Jen Coronado (Trainee)

Mark Matarlo (Trainee)

Regina Lustre

Marwin Lustre *Newgrounds Captain

Greatch Banaag

Alvin Togonon (Trainee)

Michelle Yi (Trainee)

Miguel Patawaran

John Almiranez (Trainee)

Rachel Sadang

Axes Marasigan (Trainee)

Mikey Tanayan (Trainee)

Jessica Chen (Trainee)

Cyrus Garcia

Arber Matai

Ayano Tokunaga *Newgrounds Captain

Melissa Garing

Ian Urbina (Secretary)

Frances Maksom

Patti Dayleg *Company Treasurer

Romeo Estrada (Trainee)

Neil Martin (Trainee)

Elizabeth Espinar

David Suk (Trainee)

AJ Delgra

Ed Cotto (Trainee)

Judy Galang

John Baluyut

Jonkrisstopher Bisda *Public Relations Chair

Marie Damaso

Anthony Depompei (Trainee)

Charmaine *Event Coordinator

AJ Cruz *Stand-In Event Coordinator

SUMMER 2009 ROSTER for Project D

pdstyle — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 16:24:30 +0000

Thanks again for auditioning! Check back often for updated results! http://pdstyle.wordpress.com/audition-info/thelist/results-for-summer-2009/ Videos to leak soon!

fr3sh master class with Kyle Hanagami

kestrell — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 01:21:46 +0000

This Wednesday, July 8, Fr3sh will be hosting a Recession Special Master Class with the one-and-only Kyle Hanagami! From his time in Funkanometry SF to his current place with The Lost Kids, Kyle has taught in many places and influenced many dancers - and he's returning to the East Coast this Wednesday. This is one class not to be missed. Props to Fr3sh for looking out for our wallets as well as our dance needs with this AMAZING Recession Special! [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mPF0nbd2_WI] [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N3P0OOb7NA0] What: Fr3sh Master Class with Kyle Hanagami Where: AIM Dance Academy - 25 Morristown Road, Matawan NJ When: Wednesday, July 8 - 7:45-9:30 PM (7:45-8:00 Registration) Damage: $12 Details: Facebook Event

New England Master Class: Nick Demoura

kestrell — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 01:38:45 +0000

Nick Demoura is one of LA's most accomplished choreographers, having taught at various venues such as Millenium Dance Complex and The Edge, choreographed for artists such as New Kids On The Blokck & Jojo, and even taught at Monsters of Hip Hop. This Monday, Nick is returning home to Massachusetts, with a series of classes at Artistic Dance Studio in Westport, MA. Slots are limited, so if you haven't already grabbed one, sign up! [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JUdf3o0ow6c&feature=channel_page] [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VTKatx3yGKA] What: Nick Demoura Workshops Where: Artistic Dance Studio - 133 State Rd, Westport MA When: Monday, July 6 - 3:00-5:30 PM Damage: $50 for 2 classes Details: Faceook Event

NJ Class Schedule: July 11-12, 2009

kestrell — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 02:52:01 +0000

As always, there are a ton of classes going on this weekend. Here's a few: SATURDAY, JULY 11: Project D will be holding classes at Step By Step Dance Studio in Bergenfield, NJ from 1-3 PM. Continuing the collabos are Miguel Patawaran & Mark Cimafranca (1-2 PM, Beginner / Intermediate) and Ayano Tokunaga & Golda Gozum (2-3 PM, Intermediate / Advanced). Classes are $10 pre-registered, $12 @ the door. Check the flyer and the Facebook group for details: PROJECT D Company Hip-Hop Classes

Also in Bergenfield, Rhythmology will be hosting classes @ Creative Image Studio from 12:30-5 PM. Featured choreographers are Will Barrientos from 12:30-2 PM, Jorge Aguas from 2-3:30 PM, and Krysty Tobias from 3:30-5 PM. Classes are $8 each, or $15 for all 3. Check the flyer and the Facebook group for details: Rhythmology Hip-Hop Workshops SUNDAY, July 12: Fr3sh Dance Co. will be holding another set of "Recession Special" classes - only $5 per class! This Sunday's class, which will be held at AIM Dance Academy in Matawan, NJ, will be taught by Jansen Nacion & Mark Salud from 3:30-5 PM. Check the Facebook event for details, and check out some of the previous classes: Fr3sh Dance Co. Workshops As always, keep checking pDStyle.wordpress.com for all your East Coast dance info - workshops, special events, and overall awesomeness. And if you've got something you think should be on the blog, let us know! E-mail projectd.nj@gmail.com with the goodness.

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because you should know: the lockers

kestrell — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 11:11:35 +0000

Don Campbell may not be a familiar name to many, but he should. Around the 1960s, he combined elements of existing dances and combined them with funk elements (and a few of his own moves) to create the style of dance known today as LOCKING. Fred Berry, known by many old-schoolers & avid TV watchers as "Rerun" on the show What's Happening!, was also a member of this group. Take a look at this clip - aired on August 26, 1976 - and see a set of dancers who were ahead of their time. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wcNf6MBGoJg&feature=related] What's Happening! - Episode 3, "My Three Tons" - Originally Aired August 26, 1976.

New England (Boston): Static Noyze Classes

kestrell — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 11:31:07 +0000

Static Noyze, ever since its inception in April 2006, has risen to become one of the major crews in the Boston scene. They have performed at venues such as MIT Ridonkulous' Foootwork, BU Fusion's Elements, Prelude EC 2008, The Carnival - Choreographers Ball, & Rainbow Tribe Company's Tribe Vibe III. Throughout the summer (and the rest of the year!) Static Noyze is holding classes @ Jeanette Neill's Dance Studio in Boston, Mass. Check the website for more info, and take a look at some recent classes. New England REPRESENT! Static Noyze [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c5neq6ML9os] [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CvCaMJCxE8k] [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9S_fqdQYFzk]

East Coast Class Schedule: July 17-19

kestrell — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 12:34:34 +0000

Hey there East Coast! As usual, there are a ton of classes going on this weekend. Friday, July 17: Tonight, Hip Hop ConnXion Boston will be teaching a class at Mass Motion Dance Academy in Allston, Mass. from 8:00-9:30 PM. It's right outside of Boston, just a short ride away with the T. If you haven't heard of HHCB, you should - they're one of the up-and-coming groups in the New England scene, including members of groups such as Wrush & Ridonkulous. Tonight's teacher is Shelbia Djelassi, having just returned from assisting a teacher in Canada. Now THAT'S legit. What: Shelbia Djelassi HHCB Company Class Where: Mass Motion Dance Academy - 50 N.Beacon St, Allston, Mass. When: Friday, July 17 – 8:00-9:30 PM Damage: $7 Details: Facebook Event HHCB Facebook Page HHCB Blogspot SATURDAY, July 18: Project D will be holding classes at Step By Step Dance Studio in Bergenfield, NJ from 1-3 PM. Continuing the collabos are Myron Merced & Marwin Lustre (1-2 PM, Beginner / Intermediate) and Steven Armendi & Bernie Armendi (SIBLINGS!!!) (2-3 PM, Intermediate / Advanced). Classes are $10 pre-registered, $12 @ the door. Check the flyer and the Facebook group for details: PROJECT D Company Hip-Hop Classes What: Project D Company Hip-Hop Classes Where: Step By Step Dancesport - 24 New Bridge Road, Bergenfield NJ When: Saturday, July 18 - 1:00-3:00 PM Damage: $10 prereg / $12 @ door Details: Facebook Event (This was accidentally posted last week, but it's actually going down this week. Sorry!!!) Also in Bergenfield, Rhythmology will be hosting classes @ Creative Image Studio from 12:30-5 PM (4.5 hours! Whoa!!!). Featured choreographers are Ed Escaro from 12:30-2 PM, Krystle Tiburcio from 2-3:30 PM, and Mikey Tabuzo from 3:30-5 PM. Classes are $8 each, or $15 for all 3. Check the flyer and the Facebook group for details: Rhythmology Hip-Hop Workshops What: Rhythmology Hip-Hop Workshops Where: Creative Image Studio - 36 S. Washington Ave, Bergenfield NJ When: Saturday, July 18 - 1:00-3:00 PM Damage: $8 per class / $15 for all 3 Details: Facebook Event Sunday, July 19 Over in the Bronx, Hip Hop Theory will be holding a class entitled, "Each 1 Teach One" featuring E.P.I.C. Motion's Ben Fullon. The class goes from 4:00 - 9:00 PM; Ben is one of many choreographers that will be featued at each workshop. "Each 1 Teach One" is a FREE workshop, but there's a suggested donation of $1 (which is still a sweet deal). Check the details below: What: Hip Hop Theory Evolution's "Each 1 Teach One" Where: Lehman College Speech and Theatre Building Room B20 - 250 Bedford Park Boulevard West, Bronx, NY When: Sunday, July 19 - 4:00 PM-9:00 PM Damage: Free - $1 Suggested Donation Details: Facebook Event

The EC-UP on ABDC4

pdstyle — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 10:19:45 +0000

If you haven't been up on the just released MTV news, then east coast, you need to listen up! MTV has just released the line up for ABDC Season 4, and you'll be pretty proud of the results, especially for our NJ/NYC and D.C. area Here's who MTV picked to represent our EAST COAST! (Cited from MTV Remote Control Blog) BEAT YA FEET KINGS (Washington, D.C.) – This D.C. crew will take the stage with their very own dance style called “Beatin’ Ya Feet.” Their performances consist of a unique mix of footwork that could make them unstoppable. Although their style is currently only known around the D.C. area, the Kings believe they have created something the rest of the world should see and catch up to. Featured on “It’s Showtime at the Apollo” and an MTV inauguration special, they are slowly making their way into the public eye. Combined with their fresh style, this crew also exudes humility and, when they need it most, a hard energy that could make them champions. Beat Ya Feet Kings will be the 2nd D/M/V area crew to represent the East Coast on ABDC Season 4. As the name suggests their style is a raw east coast flavor of fancy footwork only found in their area. The only concern with Beat Ya Feet Kings is their possible mixup with their name sounding something a like with the Beat Freakz or being mistaken another Status Quo, or associated as another Ringmasters, which should not be the case. However, after the first episode, lets hope that the public audience has enough decency to put two and two together. FR3SH (Matawan, NJ) – With a unique blend of jazz and funk, Fr3sh infuses a sense of humor into their choreography and compare themselves to the movie “The Breakfast Club,” priding themselves on being rowdy and rebellious. Their mix of sarcasm, humor, cockiness and raw talent could take them all the way to the top. This has been FR3SH's third time to audition for ABDC, and as third time's the charm, they've made it! Of all the NJ teams that have auditioned in the past seasons, there is no doubt that majority appeal has always wished FR3SH to represent their homestate on the show. All they've accomplished since the beginning has lead to their biggest break yet. Lets hope they rep NJ to the fullest, NJ ALL DAY! RHYTHM CITY (Bronx, NY) – Struggling on the streets of the Bronx with little to no familial support gave Rhythm City no other option than to stick together, and they intend to use their original style from the Bronx – “the birthplace of hip-hop” – as a secret weapon. The crew has placed highly in an array of dance competitions including Invasion, Blazin’ the Stage, The Main Event, Switzerland’s Dance 2 Dance and, most recently, they won first place at Culture Shock EDC. From living in foster homes to surviving abuse, exposure to life on the streets has taken its toll on each member. As a result, crew leader Alonzo Williams created Rhythm City, a nonprofit organization dedicated to getting kids off the streets and involved in dance. Rhythm City has been in existance for awhile in the NYC area, but it is only this year that they've blown up in the NJ and D.C. scene with their first place wins from the Fr3sh Dance Company's MAIN EVENT, Team Millennia's PRELUDE EC, and Culture Shock D.C.'s East Coast Dance Competition (previously known as bustagroove). This has been their 2nd time (or third time?) auditioning for ABDC. Their raw and energetic appeal has made us think twice about what dance really is and what performing is all about. Everyone on the East Coast has your support Rhythm City, so do it big! VOGUE EVOLUTION (New York, NY) – The first openly gay crew to ever compete on the “ABDC” stage, the five members of Vogue Evolution are out, proud and determined to live their lives the way they want to. Their distinctive “vogue” style of dance mixed with hip hop makes this crew unique, along with working to educate others on AIDS/HIV awareness. They hope to touch everyone watching with their outspoken flare. Vogue evolution, as the name suggests will be the first vogue styled crew to make it onto ABDC season 4. Of course what better crew to represent the house dance style of vogue than an east coast crew that helped establish the underground vogue scene. The Group members are Malachi Allure, DaShaun Evisu, Pony Zion, the Amazing Prince Milan, and the Spectacular and Marvellous Leyomi McQueen (Former Mizrahi). If any of you are real dancers, then you know that this dance and culture is serious business and is only appreciated by the truest of dancers. "Vogue Evolution will be all kindsa drama that America will love. By the end of season 4, the word 'Woooorrrk' will mean much more than that part time job." -- Annonymous

GMA Pinoy Dance Showdown

kestrell — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 03:32:33 +0000

NOTE: VOTING ENDS AUGUST 2ND, SO GET YOUR VOTES IN NOW!!! ABDC Season 4 isn't the only major competition going down. The Pinoy Dance Showdown, sponsored by GMA & Western Union, is looking for YOUR VOTES for the best Pinoy / Pinay dance crew in the US & Canada!!! All you have to do is register online here and you get FOUR VOTES for your favotire crews! The 5 crews with the most votes from each region - Canada East Coast, Canada West Coast, USA West Coast, and USA EAST COAST - will battle it out at a regional finals competition (details to follow). All of your favorite crews are competing - including PROJECT D - and we could really use your support! So sign up - it only takes 2 minutes - and vote for Project D for the GMA Pinoy Dance Showdown!!! (Note: You have three other votes besides us - use them well ^_^) http://www.gmapinoytv.com/pinoydance/

Weekend Events: New England, July 31 - August 2

kestrell — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 05:26:17 +0000

New England is blowing UP with events this weekend. Take a look:

ALL WEEKEND: If you haven't heard of them, The Floorlords are one of the Boston area's oldest b-boy crews. Their 28th (!!!) anniversary this year is co-sponsored by several groups, and features so many events, workshops, showcases, etc. that it's too much to check out here. Peep the flyer, or see the event details.

Friday, July 31: Hip Hop Connxion Boston will be hosting a class with Karl Artis, Co-Captain & Head Choreographer for HHCB. The class is from 8:00-9:30 PM, at Mass Motion Dance Studio in Allston, Mass. Class is $7. What: HHCB Company Class w/ Karl Artis When: Friday, July 31 - 8:00-9:30 PM Where: Mass Motion Dance Academy - 50 N. Beacon Street, Allston MA Damage: $7 Details: Facebook Event

Saturday, August 1: Wrush's very own Marcos Aguirre (MTV's Made, Kat Deluna's "Whine Up", WRUSH Principal Co-Choreographer) will be hosting a workshop this Saturday at DC2 Studio in Lawrence, MA. The class goes from 1:30-3:30 PM, but the cost is ONLY $10 preregistered, $12 @ the door!!! It's great to see dancers looking out for each other's wallets in these tough times - here's a class not to be missed! What: BLACKOUT - 2 Hour Workshop w/Wrush's Marcos Aguirre When: Saturday, August 1 - 1:30-3:30 PM Where: DC2 Studios - 101 Amesbury St, Lawrence MA Damage: $10 preregistered, $12 @ the door Details: Facebook Event

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Summers almost END, but dance is NOT

pdstyle — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 09:04:48 +0000

When August rolls around, it only means one thing for most of us dancers -- BACK to SCHOOL! However, you and I both know that the schoolin' to be the best dancer you can be does not stop...at all. This weekend marks a crazy weekend of auditions, workshops, and classes. Peep all the info after the jump and know whats happening this weeekend. (Click the images and titles for details)

SATURDAY

FR3SH AUDITIONS 2009

This Saturday FR3SH Dance Co. --the MAIN operating dance company that stemmed Matawan, NJ's FR3SH Dance Crew on MTV's America's Best Dance Crew -- opens its doors to the public and dancers 18+ and up once again for auditions to their new season. After having gained their 15 minutes of fame from their performances on the premier episode of ABDC Season 4, the main dance company is looking for new dancers with "FRESH" new talent to fill their company. To those who brave the auditions and make it onto company, FR3SH promises: Formal Training, Frequent Performance and a Fun Family! All auditions take place at AIM Dance Academy [25 Morristown Road Matawan, NJ] and cost $5. Company auditionees are required to bring a headshot and resume. Auditions are the whole entire day and also include company (18+), junior team (17 and below), and freestyle crew.

RHYTHMOLOGY Workshop w. Sean Plank

Rhythmology hosts Sean Hyun Plank this weekend at their weekly Saturday class. Sean is an amazing dancer with styles known to fuse blends such as contemporary funk or lyrical hip hop. His credits include choreography for PAC Modern 2002-2006, choreographing for Phoenix Dance Company, and later, trained with Funkanometry SF on scholarship. And if you can't make RHYTHMOLOGY's class at 12:30PM-2PM, then you can catch him a second time at Arts In Motion Dance Studio in Matawan, NJ for company class with FR3SH Dance Troupe, LLC.

PROJECT D SPECIAL ONE DAY WORKSHOP

ALVIN de Castro is the man from "down unda." This Aussie representing Melbourne, Australia's Beatphonik Dance Crew will be teaching at Project D's SPECIAL ONE Day WORKSHOP this Saturday from 1:30-3PM at Step by Step Dancesport, inc in Bergenfield, NJ. If you missed his class yesterday at Boogiezone NJ, then this is your last chance to catch up and learn from one of the finest from Australia, mate! ____________

SUNDAY

UN1TE EAST COAST WORKSHOP TOUR: SWAGGER @ TORONTO [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tOVTU-2pujE] UN1TE, just as the name suggests, is a dance company from TORONTO, CANADA with the intention towards bringing together the dance scene in CANADA. Their recognition has come a long way since their initial beginnings. Now in this present day, UN1TE has teamed up with C2 Genesys, and KOREsthetic Dance Crew to bring their major workshop, entitled, THE EAST COAST SWAGGER TOUR. If you're living on the East Side of Canadia, or are going there this weekend, this is an even you defnitely do not want to miss!

NERDZ Dance Troupe WORKSHOP

NERDZ Dance Troupe, a new up and coming dance team to our scene, is headed by ROHIT BAXI and RICARDO GENARD DAVIS. This weekend to kick off the birth of their new team, they're offering an all day affair of workshops in Edison, NJ. Check them out and see what they're all about!

ILL THEORY Class

If you live in East Brunswick, NJ and you're looking for a home to dance, then iLL theory -- yet another newly birthed dance crew in South Jersey -- offers classes to those who are willing to take it at the NY Sports Club center in that area. Try something new and tell us about it!

SYNERGY SUMMER QTR 2009

The workshop designed towards uniting a community, the tri-state area, and beyond...is BACK. Last year's SYNERGY Summer Quarter was a great success, uniting a couple of NJ local based dance teams in one hot steamy room. Included in the event was an all day variety of talent that featured Karlo Soria (of FR3SH and currently PAC MODERN), Jeff Manosca (Phillanova, Point Blank, and Fr3SH), Mark Choi (STFU, SERCis Dance Co./SiC), and Mark Garcia (of FLO Dance Team). HOWEVER, THIS year's line up features new aspiring and up and coming talent with dancers BEN FULLON of EPIC Motion NYC, KATRINA BADIOLA of FR3SH and all female crew VEN15, and STEVEN HOM of STFU crew and Point Blank. If you wanted an opportunity to take a taste of what's out there without committing to a team, this would be the event to preview the talent for yourself. And the best thing about it? ITS $5 bucks for the whole day, and it all goes towards a good cause. For more info, click on the picture.

new england: feel the WRUSH

kestrell — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 02:50:34 +0000

Marcos Aguirre, whose credits include Kat Deluna, MTV's Made, & his own crew, WRUSH, will be hosting TWO classes this weekend! Peep the flyers for details!

BACK TO SCHOOL MADNESS this WEEKEND!

pdstyle — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 07:48:44 +0000

Summer is done, and some schools have been back in session. When September comes around, it marks the advent of the new dance season! For all you aspiring dancers out there, it means auditions are everywhere (as well as workshops and special dance events!). If you want to join a team this season, there are plenty of opportunities for you this month --- actually, this weekend! Peep the info below. *Heavy post!*

NEW JERSEY

RHYTHMOLOGY is back for the 2009-2010 season! Since their West Coast debut at Team Millennia's Prelude Socal 08', and their 2nd place win at Prelude East Coast 09 held at the Roseland Ballroom in New York City, this North Jersey centered team has been coming up in the scene, especially with their most famous event, entitled STEP UP or GET SMOKED! This Saturday, Rhythmology is holding Company auditions for the 2009-2010 dance season. Audition process is different this year as the normal one day audition will now be a two day audition, with grouping and the audition choreo being taught this saturday, and the audition performance with the original choreo being held on the 19th! Both days are required to audition and each day is $5! GET there at 12PM! Meanwhile Creative Image studios doesn't rest after Rhythmology's auditions. Later on from 8:00PM until 11:30PM, RHYTHMOLOGY's freestyle battle event STEP UP or GET SMOKED is BACK for its third Session. SUoGS3 has been revamped to include separate popping, locking, and bboying divisions for battle. ENTRANCE is $7, and the prize if you win? Sprinkles. No really, the winner gets the coveted fame of being the one that SMASHED everyone in their division to bits and eencey wincey pieces. Get there early since space in the STUDIO is cozy and limited. Parking is plenty if you enter from the backside of Washington Ave. Guest judges include, Mark "poppinfresh" Serrano (Rhythmology, Mixed Nuts), Bryan East (Boogie Bots, RESET), WILD CARD, Darrvi Calotes (RESET, Fr3sh Freestyle Crew), Sam the locker Ng (RESET, Rhythmology), SuitKace [Breakz Kru// Part-Time Models], and Herick [ TAC ]. Competition will be hard this session! PROJECT D Dance Company's classes are BACK! If you've been wanting to get some great training, but didn't have the money to dish out for a dance class, then this is your LUCKY BREAK. To ring in the new school year, Project D is bringing back their FREE DANCE DAY this SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 from 1-3PM at Step by Step Dancesport. Whats on the menu this time? Well, if you're hungry...then take a popping fusion class with first time collabo Marwin Lustre x Lexine Deluca x Arber Matai at 1PM -- YES a three way collabo piece! Then at 2PM, Jeff Laconcio and Steven Armendi team up once again to bring you a new dope choreographed piece. The best thing about it? IT costs only $0.00! YES. ITS FREE! Who doesn't love free class? Classes start at 1PM and 2PM on the dot so get there early since parking is limited. If you were there for Arber Matai and Marwin Lustre's collabo class, then you remember how packed that classroom was! Also definitely head over to Creative Image after Project D's FREE DANCE DAY for Step UP or GET SMOKED 3, where first time 2v2 entrants Lexine Deluca and Arber Matai will be battling to represent Project D! Come out and support your local dance community!

Boston, MA

Are you in Massachusettes? Are you in Boston? Are you....FEMALE?! THEN TRY out for VIBES Dance team! Come tryout for the ONLY ALL FEMALE hip-hop dance team at Boston University! Vibes is a close-knit group of 16 girls who perform, compete, and dance all around Boston and the east coast. This Sunday, SEPTEMBER 13th, VIBES hold auditions for their new season at Sargent Dance Studio from 2:00PM until 4:00PM. No experience necessary! Just come in comfortable clothing and ready to dance! Check their facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=244850060149&ref=share for more updates and info!!! All female scene is not your thing? Looking for something a little more, co-ed? THEN try out for Boston College's SYNERGY Dance Team (not to be confused with Project D's SYNERGY workshop series). Synergy Hip Hop Dance Company was started in fall 2004 by former Director and Assistant Director Whitnie Low ('07) and D.J. Leak ('07) with 21 original members. Entering its fifth year, SYNERGY dance team hopes to put on a great entertaining season for its Boston locale, and the rest of the neighboring tri-state area, and beyond. Looking for more info? Then check out their site: http://syndance.com/2009/09/03/audition-information/

Providence, RI

Brown University's very own FUSION Dance COMPANY will be holding their own AUDITIONS for the upcoming school year this SEPTEMBER 12 from 9:45am until 2:00PM in TF Green 205. EARLY auditions? YES they are...but are they worth it?---YOU BET. Auditions will be a two part process: First section will be basic technique- kicks, turns and leaps. Second section will be three different types of choreography, performing them in groups. If you haven't heard of FUSION, then peep this: Fusion Dance Company was founded in 1983, and is Brown's oldest student-run dance group. We strive to be a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic group of men and women who do not conform to modern day constraints on body shape, size, or style of choreography - hence the name Fusion! THE FACEBOOK EVENT: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=135196033280&ref=share Later on SEPTEMBER 17th, TF Green 205 gets some more action with imPULSE dance company's auditions. Auditions are on a thursday night, from 6:30PM until 10:00PM! Peep http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=125180496980&ref=share for more info on their audition format!

First BU FUSION Classes of the YEAR

pdstyle — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 07:59:08 +0000

BU Fusion hasn't been wasting any time at all since the start of the season. Here's some footage of their first class of the year. AND IT IS DEEP! If you're in the area near Boston University, then you should definitely hit these guys up! [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xEr2mRcFuU4]

WORLD OF DANCE TOUR 2010

pdstyle — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 08:18:20 +0000

PINKY: What are we doing tonight? BRAIN: The same thing we do everynight, Pinky. TRY TO TAKE OVER THE WORLDD!!! Not!...Troz. But really, since its premier in Pomona, CA, Myron Marten's World of Dance tour has expanded exclusively--reaching the Bay Area, NEW YORK CITY, and even San Diego. This upcoming 2010, WOD is taking over an indepth tour of the midwest to the east coast. Notable major moves include the WOD TOUR coming to ATLANTIC CITY, NJ on JUNE 12, 2010; CHICAGO, IL on MAY 22, 2010; WOD BOSTON in ROXBURY, MA SEPTEMBER 18, 2010; and WOD Washington D.C. SEPT 25, 2010. Peep the proposed tour date schedule. http://worldofdancetour.com/event.php?eid=15 Slots and roulette at Caesar's Palace and Harrah's anyone?

CHI-TOWN x Ian Eastwood

pdstyle — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 08:21:59 +0000

RIDICULOUS. Chi-town has some mean dancers, and Ian Eastwood is one of them. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6rGbvS10kXU]

FR3SH Class with Cindy x Lou

pdstyle — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 09:08:28 +0000

This sunday FR3SH dance company's very own Cindy Ho and Louise Angso will be teaching a collabo class for the weekly FR3SH company class in Matawan, NJ at AIM Dance Studios! If you're a fan of FR3SH before and AFTER their appearance in Randy Jackson's America's Best Dance Crew on MTV, then you don't want to miss out on a collabo class with these two!

Click on the pic to the left to visit the facebook event page

If you've been following season 4, then this is your chance to take class with Cindy and Lou from the FR3SH 7 ABDC Crew. **FUN FACTS! 1. BOTH CINDY and LOU are the SAME HEIGHT! 2. BOTH CINDY and LOU are part of the all female crew entitled, VEN15. 3. CINDY is a proud member of the Boogiezone NJ family, and you can see her doing the interviews with different choreographers at http://www.youtube.com/Boogiezone

BZNJ presents the BADIOCA treat.

pdstyle — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 10:07:26 +0000

Boogiezone NJ kicks off the back to school fever with an awesome collabo team. FR3SH's famous brother and sister combo -- Carlo Badiola and Katrina Badiola -- will be collaborating tonight (SEPT 25) to teach their first ever Boogiezone NJ class. If you're familiar with both or either of their styles, then you know you're in for a treat. Check out their previous work, and see if you can predict the sicknastyness these two will have joining forces tonight. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LqU6cd5UNtU KATRINA's SYNERGY workshop class http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZuy0kG48CI CARLO's Workshop with PAC Modern http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=?????????????? What these two will come up with tonight.

AUDITIONS 09-10:GENUINE DANCE COMPANY

pdstyle — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 01:24:24 +0000

A little bit late on this up. But we decided to post anyway. If anyone knows the official roster of who made it, or where their first performance is going to be, hit us up! For now, here's something to watch while you all wait for the results. Click the facebook link for the info. You can catch them at Ultimate Danceworks at Willow Pointe Mall (Morganville, NJ). http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=136485565868&index=1 [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9MmrI5-iwOU]

Project D Presents... JET LI

pdstyle — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 01:47:04 +0000

So why are we posting up info about a west coast dancer on an east coast blog? Besides the fact that an east coast team is hosting him... JUSTIN "JET LI" VALLES (of Culture Shock, LA, Poreotics, and Funny Bones Crew) is actually a New Jersey native. Raised in Old Bridge, NJ, Justin and his sister Jenny Valles (known for her affiliations with Kaba Modern and Homeland) moved out to the west coast a couple of years back. Known for his infamous battles against Mike Song and Tony Tran at Mavyn's In the Spotlight series, Jet Li has managed to accumulate a decent fan base for anyone that follows him. Although his style is true west coast flava, deep down inside Justin still has a piece of the NJ inside him. Justin will be teaching this Monday from 5-7PM at Step By Step for Project D's special ONE DAY WORKSHOP. http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=184391771152&index=1

SKOOL DISTRICT

pdstyle — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 02:04:41 +0000

Last weekend, I got the opportunity to go see World of Dance at San Mateo. There were two teams that stood out to me: V.I.P. (repping San Jose; directed by Krisuan Rosales) who placed 2nd, and SKOOL District (directed by Jay Chris Moore) who placed 3rd --Poreotics took first. Both these teams, however, provided the HYPE and SWAG that a lot of the audience was craving for that day. Although SKOOL District was announced as an LA area team, Jay Chris's project actually SPANS 4 AREAS (including and outside of LA) across the United States as "Academees." As the next level towards his first conception of THE ACADEMEE, which was a project to attempt to make it onto America's Best Dance Crew, Season 4; the idea further evolved as different "academees" were created.

ACADEMY OF VILLAINS (SAN MATEO)

ACADEMY OF HYPE (HAWAII)

ACADEMY OF SWAG(LOS ANGELES)

ACADEMY OF PHR3SH ( PHILADELPHIA )

Yes, my dudes. PHILLY is on the map thanks to collaborative contributions from PHR3SH SELECT. So next time you see SKOOL DISTRICT, east coast...show them some love, because they're reppin our coast (as well as west coast, and the "pacific"). --Now that's real east meets west love. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BOKxQMWEp7k]

KNOW YOUR RIVALS

(You can also tell which academee is which from the song selections). --MM

ELEMENTS X

pdstyle — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 02:16:49 +0000

ELEMENTS X has been getting a lot of HYPE since they switched their showcase to a full out competition. Even more so is the competition that will be at the event, as well as the cabinet of judges who will be at the event.

Here's the list they leaked out. Andrew Baterina (SoReal Cru Director) Adrian Causing (FR3SH Executive Director) Kyle Hanagami (NeverLand Artistic Director) Leslie Hubilla (FR3SH Artistic Director) Rocko Luciano (Boxcuttuhz) Glory Mendoza (Funkanometry SF Artistic Director) Brian Puspos (SoReal Cru) Lando Wilkins (Boxcuttuhz Director) You know what this ALSO MEANS? --- YEAH, you got it -- WORKSHOPS. ELEMENTS will be having a 2 DAY WORKSHOP with all of these judges starting Sunday, the day after the competition...and ending Monday. TO sum it up...ELEMENTS X Tickets On Sale TOMORROW, 10am at GSU Link! Also available through Ticketmaster and Box Office - http://www.elementsdancecomp.com

Boston: The Bulletproof Fubes Project

kestrell — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 05:02:23 +0000

Elements is less than a month away, but New England isn't waiting until then for insane events. Four of Boston's well-established groups - Bulletproof Theory, Fusion, Vibes, and Unofficial Project have come together as "The Bulletproof Fubes Project" - get it? Whoever came up with this name is a genius. They will be hosting a series of FREE workshops at the SAC Dance Studio at Boston University this Saturday. Anyone who can't wait until Elements for their dance fix should definitely come check this out. Details are here @ the Facebook event.

Rhode Island Competition: BattleGroundz

kestrell — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 05:18:02 +0000

Not much can be said about competitions outside of the major hubs (NY, NJ, CA, Boston, etc.) and the HHDA circuit. However, a new competition has surfaced in an unknown but growing dance community - Rhode Island. The "Evil Unruly Epsilon Upsilon Chapter" of Iota Theta Phi Fraternity, Inc. at Rhode Island College is hosting BattleGroundz, one of the first major competitions (in recent memory) geared towards local groups from Rhode Island. Local groups Draztik, Check This, Aesthetic Flo, Phaymus Jr., Dexter's Lab, Ataxia, & imPulse Dance Company are confirmed for the competition. Grand prize is $1500. The event is at Sapinsey Hall, Rhode Island College, on Sunday, October 25 from 8-10 PM. Admission is $5 presale, $7 at the door. If ANYONE from the Central New England area is reading this, you need to come through. It's not everyday that you see the rebirth of a dance community... Details are here @ the Facebook event.

ROCKO takes over the NJ/NYC area

pdstyle — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 07:51:28 +0000

Starting this FRIDAY, ROCKO LUCIANO of the Boxcuttahz from MTV's America's Best Dance Crew, Season 3 will be in town! Been wanting to take a class from him but couldn't afford the trip to California? Well you're in LUCK! Here's the 3 spots he'll be at this weekend.

[FRIDAY] BOOGIEZONE NJ (6-8PM)
- PARAGON BALLROOM. 291 West Clay Ave, Roselle Park, NJ
- http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=156207094700&index=1
[SATURDAY] E.P.I.C. Motion (6-8:30PM)
- 60 Washington Square South. Kimmel Building, Room 606. New York, New York.
- http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=152578718217&index=1
- IN addition, Katrina Badiola of FR3SH and VEN15 will also be teaching the same day as well!
[SUNDAY]FR3SH Dance Company (3:30-5PM)
- AIM Dance Academy. 25 Morristown Rd. Matawan, NJ
- http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=150302822726&index=1

Cambridge, Mass: Sheryl Murakami & Alonzo Williams

kestrell — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 05:28:00 +0000

This Sunday, October 25, The Dance Complex in Cambridge, Mass. will be hosting Sheryl Murakami (Beyonce, Thalia) and Alonzo Williams (Rhythm City, ABDC Season 4) for a series of workshops. If you're in the Boston area, these are a great way to round out the workshop weekend after the Bulletproof Fubes Project workshops! Check the Facebook event for more details.

BYSK: Brooklyn Terry tells it how it is

pdstyle — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 03:14:54 +0000

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N7hGaIMnKZU]

AMEN. Style or NOT, the OG says it best. Dance.

Elements X This Saturday

kestrell — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:11:51 +0000

Elements X, Boston's largest hip hop dance competition, is going down this Saturday. Recently HHDA Certified for its 10th anniversary, Elements X is definitely a show not to miss. "On Saturday, November 14th, 2009, ELEMENTS X is giving Boston and East Coast crews the opportunity to go head-to-head in a full concert format competition to be held in the gorgeous, 1600+ seat Boston Colonial Theatre, located in the heart of the city. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners will be presented awards and prizes, with the $1000 grand prize being awarded to 1st place." PRE-SHOW: BlackOut Step Team Part Time Models VEN15 Jam'nastics COMPETING TEAMS: 8 Count (MA) EPIC Motion (NYU) Kinematix (NortheasternU) Point Blank (PA) Project D (NJ) Ridonkulous (MIT) SERCisCompany (NJ) Spirit of Color (Tufts) Static Noyze (MA) Synergy (Boston College) Unofficial Project (BostonU) Vibes (BostonU) World Class Dancers (NY) EXHIBITION TEAMS: FUSiON FR3SH Dance Company FR3SH 7 (America's Best Dance Crew Season 4) Funkanometry San Francisco Phunk Phenomenon Lil Phunk NeverLand (a new company under The Lost Kids) SoReal Cru (America's Best Dance Crew Season 2 Finalists) JUDGES: Andrew Baterina (SoReal Cru Director) Adrian Causing (FR3SH Dance Company Executive Director) Kyle Hanagami (NeverLand Artistic Director) Leslie Hubilla (FR3SH Artistic Director) Rocko Luciano (Boxcuttuhz) Glory Mendoza (Funk SF Artistic Director) Elm Pizzaro (Boogiezone) Brian Puspos (SoReal Cru) Lando Wilkins (Boxcuttuhz Director) Doors open at 5:00 PM. Be there. www.elementsdancecomp.com

Elements X Workshops: 2 Days, 9 Classes

kestrell — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:18:42 +0000

All of the guest judges at Elements X will ALSO be teaching 9 workshops over the course of the following 2 days. The classes will be held at the dance studio of the Sargent Activities Center (SAC) at Boston University. DAY 1 - November 15, 2009 | 10:00am Registration 11:00am | Glory Mendoza (Funkanometry SF Artistic Director) 12:00pm | Brian Puspos (SoReal Cru) 01:00pm | Adrian Causing (FR3SH Executive Director) 02:00pm | Andrew Baterina (SoReal Cru Director) 03:00pm | Lando Wilkins (Boxcuttuhz Director) Day 2 - November 16, 2009 | 05:00pm Registration 06:00pm | Leslie Hubilla (FR3SH Artistic Director) 07:00pm | Kyle Hanagami (The Lost Kids Artistic Director) 08:00pm | Elm Pizarro (Boogiezone Founder) 09:00pm | Rocko Luciano (Boxcuttuhz) RATES (apply per day): 1 class: $16 2 classes: $26 3 classes: $34 4 classes: $40 5 classes: $44 Do the math: If you take all 9 classes, it comes out to $9.33 per class - an insane bargain, especially in these rough economic times. Shouts to Fusion for looking out for all of us - on the economic tip, as well as the dancing =D

Rocko & Julio Workshops

kestrell — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:38:11 +0000

Rocko & Julio Workshops

kestrell — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:38:49 +0000

Rocko & Julio Workshops

kestrell — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:39:13 +0000

Rocko & Julio Workshops

kestrell — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:40:16 +0000

Rhode Island: Free Classes with Julio Morales & Rocko Luciano

kestrell — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:44:27 +0000

NOTE: This is happening 2 hours AFTER the Elements X workshops.

The latest in a series of FREE workshops brings two of the scene's most renowned dancers to the Ocean State. (If you didn't know, that's Rhode Island. Really.)

Julio Morales (The Lost Kids, Neverland) & Rocko Luciano (Boxcuttuhz ABDC 3, Neverland) are coming to Providence, RI on Sunday, November 15 from 6:00-8:00 PM. The classes will be held at TF Green Hall, Room 205, at Brown University - and as always, they're FREE. Registration starts at 5:30 - and these classes tend to be crowded, so get there early if you want a good spot.

Details are here at the Facebook Event.

The classes are co-sponsored by Rhode Island's own imPulse Dance Company, Fusion Dance Company, and Aesthetic Flo. Be on the lookout for more classes in the future... and a major announcement for Rhode Island in the upcoming days...

new york: ymca stronger kids campaign

pdstyle — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 06:46:05 +0000

Teamwork is beautiful -- Especially if its two teams working together for an even better cause! The YMCA Stronger Kids campaign present NYC with a DynamiQ Faction x World Class Dancers collaboration to help raise funds for the National Breast Cancer Foundation and the Stronger Kids Campaign. In addition, Ryan Feng of QUEST CREW from MTV's America's Best Dance Crew, Season 3, will be in the house teaching class and signing autographs for the fans! Both NYC teams are helping their community raise awareness and raise money for the campaign. If you've got a a case of the MONDAYS, then do yourself some GOOD: take this class, and feel GOOD about doing some GOOD. http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=168795146889&ref=share THE FACEBOOK EVENT^

BYSK: DANCE 4 LIFE

pdstyle — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 07:08:42 +0000

If there is anything positive about dance, its that dance can DO positive things. It can make you feel you good. It can entertain. It can express, and it can inspire (as well as other things, too)! DynamiQ Faction hasn't lost vision of this positivity by helping establish a dance showcase to promote awareness on social and community issues that could possibly effect most of us. After a year and a half since their humble beginnings, this Queen based team still manages to do some GOOD with dance. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lrDJtm-p79c] More after the JUMP

PRESS RELEASE

DynamiQ Faction, a Queens based hip-hop dance team, was formed in April 2008 with the mission to use the art of dance to provide a truly positive environment for people of all ages and backgrounds. Part of that mission is to establish an annual showcase that will continue to grow with each coming year and eventually reach hundreds of people. Now, a year later and a half later, DynamiQ is expanding that vision with the intention to use the showcase to promote awareness and raise funds for a cause that directly impacts members on the team,breast cancer. Partnering with various sponsors, survivors of breast cancer and other dance teams in the community, DynamiQ Faction brings to you Dance for Life! Proceeds from this event will go to the National Breast Cancer Foundation (www.nationalbreastcancer.org). or log on http://www.tribecapac.org/dance.htm#df to purchase ONLINE or http://www.smarttix.com/show.aspx?showcode=DYN0

NYC: 60x60

pdstyle — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 07:31:22 +0000

THIS is cool. Awesome digg thanks to Keith OCAMPO.

http://www.voxnovus.com/60x60/60x60_Dance.htm Show is November 13, 2009 12:30 & 7PM; $10 60x60 Dance at Winter Garden World Financial Center 220 Vesey Street New York, NY 10281 RSVP: 212-691-3803

NYC: Byron Cox's Another HOUSE DANCE Workshop

pdstyle — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:48:34 +0000

Byron Cox, founder of Crucial Session, the House Dance Project, and www.housedancer.com, is having ANOTHER HOUSE DANCE WORKSHOP. And its ONLY $3! (FREE FOR NYU STUDENTS!) http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=191043613435&ref=mf We all know times are rough right now, but when an opportunity like this comes along, you BEST TAKE IT!

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wQf8eQE7HVs]

ELMBOOGIE visits BZNJ

pdstyle — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:04:45 +0000

SHORT Notice if you're reading this right now.

ELM PIZZARO, creator and founder of BOOGIEZONE.com, as well as Creative Director and Founder of Team Boogiezone BREED OC/LA, Offspring (junior professional team), and ENTITY (contemporary fusion exhibition team), will BE IN NJ/NYC today BEFORE HEADING up to Judge BU FUSION's ELEMENTS X (as well as teach DAY 2 of the AFTER COMPETITION WORKSHOPS the NEXT DAY.) If you missed him the last time he was here, then this is your chance to make up for missing that class!

However, special announcement about tonight's class from BOOGIEZONE NJ:

"Due to a scheduling conflict with the venue, class will be starting EARLY this FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13th, 2009. REGISTRATION will start at 5:30PM with class commencing at 6:00PM and ending at 7:30PM. Sorry for the inconvenience to all! Come out and support your local dance community!" For all you Jersey heads, you might want to plan ahead knowing that TURNPIKE and PARKWAY (as well as 1&9, if you take that) can get pretty busy around 5PM especially on a FRIDAY. Just some things to note from the grapevine:

apparently if you're coming from West Side & rt 440, the traffic lights are non functional? so thats a traffic prone route if not navigated carefully
taking rt-22 as a shortcut to parkway south works as along as that underpass doesn't have construction--merging a two lane into a one lane AT the underpass (if anyone remembers this)

BESIDES that....HAPPY FRIDAY, DANCE COMMUNITY.

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=171866911515

BSYK: GET FEATURED on PDSTYLE

pdstyle — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:40:07 +0000

So here at pDstyle, we've been getting a lot of feedback asking WHY are they only 2 teams REPRESENTED on our EC HISTORY page. The answer is really simple. Last FEBRUARY this past 2009 YEAR we had posted an OPEN INVITATIONAL to get your story heard. Post is here: http://pdstyle.wordpress.com/2009/02/26/project-ec-history/ We had it up for quite awhile above all the new posts just to remind you guys that we were still doing it. During that time, "Sam the Locker," who actually took the time to recount the history of R.E.S.E.T. and post it up on FaceBook as a public note, was the only response we received. The video of Rhythm City, after they exploded into our ever growing dance scene, was conveniently out there on youtube already--easy! So the rest of the East Coast Dance Community, where are you at?! (ALL OGs, DANCE TEAMS and CREWS, choreo, freestyle, etc).

LUCKILY, if you don't have the time to put together a THOROUGH written history of your team (including beginnings, merges, break ups, etc.), then we have a sweet alternative for you.

[caption id="" align="alignleft" width="167" caption="Ken Estrellas, New England Chapter"][/caption] Our very own Ken Estrellas, from Brown's iMpulse dance team and pDstyle's New England Chapter, will BE in BOSTON at BU Fusion's ELEMENTS X: A Hip Hop Dance Competition with his super awesome HD Cam taking behind the scenes footage as well as TEAM HISTORIES of ANY TEAM willing to SHARE THEIR STORY for pDSTYLE at ELEMENTS X! Yes. That means if you're really not adapt at providing written accounts of things, and live story telling in front of a camera with your team is more of your thing, then lets do IT! BTW, if you don't know who Ken Estrellas is, he's a pretty snazzy Videographer extraordinaire. Some of his work can be found at www.youtube.com/UnassumingProduction as well as those random pdstyle videos at Body Rock with Karlo Soria, Kristina Latonio, and Brian Puspos So remember this face with his lethal HD cam equipped on his person if you want your story heard. You might have to find him since he'll be running around trying to find everyone else! Also, if you can't find Ken the day of, our good friend Bernie Armendi will be also be walking around with his HD Cam asking teams to spill the beans on their team history. Click his name to see who we're talking about (first picture on the left on the fambam page).

And most importantly, HAVE FUN in BOSTON, East Coast Dance Community!

REDBULL BC ONE comes HOME to NYC

pdstyle — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 04:42:40 +0000

Carlos Mare 139 Rodriguez is an internationally acclaimed artist/sculptor and pioneer in the art and culture of Hip Hop. This masterpiece located on Allen and Delancy Street in NYC is his original concept work and credit goes to him (as well as the photo). The translation of the painting into this huge massive advertisement goes to Baby168 TVS and his painter, Charlie. Most importantly...

Red Bull's BC ONE 2009 comes back to the HOME of HIP HOP this Wednesday, November 18th, 2009.

ELEMENTS X: Winners

pdstyle — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 02:40:47 +0000

CONGRATS TO ALL! EC you DID A FINE JOB!

Static Noyze
Project D
Ridonkulous

Follow whats being said about elements X! http://twitter.com/#search?q=elements%20x

FR3SH's tumblr is also leaking pictures throughout the night!

http://fr3shonline.tumblr.com/

UPDATE. MORE Videos are starting to leak.

FACEBOOK:
- FUSION: http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=1191125892636&ref=nf
- SOREAL CRU: http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=1191130172743&ref=nf
YOUTUBE
- What you get if you search ELEMENTS X

Thanks to Kara Fabella and animegray for the first uploads!

***ALSO, THANKS TO EVERYONE who found ken estrellas or bernie armendi throughout the night and got their histories recorded! Videos to be uploaded soon on the EC history page!

SO ELEMENTS X--what is everyone who went thinking about it? Post your comments and shout outs here!

auditions: Unofficial PROJECT

pdstyle — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:47:25 +0000

UPRO! Founded in January 2005, Unofficial Project (a.k.a. UPRO!) is Boston University dance team representing the New England area. As from their homepage, UPRO hopes to foster awareness of Asian urban music, culture, and dance. If you caught them at ELEMENTS X, then you know what they're about! [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1PGaaZlolTk] So if you're in the BOSTON UNIVERSITY area or near it, and want to audition, then try you luck with UPRO! http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=174602314263&index=1 Learn more about them at their website: http://people.bu.edu/upro/

PRIDE 2: Dance Competition @ RUTGERS NB

pdstyle — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:21:59 +0000

ITS been almost ONE year since the first PRIDE Dance Competition presented by Kappa Phi Lambda Sorority, INC and Pi Delta Psi Fraternity, INC. at Rutgers University New Brunswick campus. Excitement for the event has been building since they first announced the event slated for OCTOBER. As well as everyone in the NJ/NYC scene has known since the first announcement, the early target date initially threw most of the dance teams a surprise by how early it was revealed. As a result, most teams were not ready at all to compete leaving only an initial showcase/competition total of only five teams on the October date. Unfortunately (due to some other difficulties), the show was rescheduled to a later (and much more recognizable) date of November -- when they actually first unveiled Pride. This SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22nd, PRIDE 2 hits the NJ dance scene bringing back big name competitors such as, E.P.I.C. Motion, SERCis Company, Rutgers Dance Team (RDT), Team Technique, and last year's champions --Project D Dance Company. In addition to the established teams, there is new talent on the horizon for this years Pride 2, featuring new to the NJ/NYC scene groups such as: Miracle Project, Outta Kontrol, YFAMD (MD), and Phunktions (UMD). Despite the atmosphere of competition, its really great to see an explosion of new teams coming out of the wood work. Whether or not there is hype around them, or if a team is good or not shouldn't be the issue.

The realization should be...DIVERSIFICATION.

It means new ideas and self expression is taking place. It also means that truly our dance community is growing. Give it time and something exceptionally original and unmistakably beautiful to public appeal is bound come from our budding dance community. CLICK to go the the event page.

RI_combined

kestrell — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 04:17:12 +0000

RI_combined

kestrell — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 04:18:10 +0000

Rhode Island: THE ESSENCE MVMNT - FREE

kestrell — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 04:28:29 +0000

From The Facebook Event: "Part of Essence's "A NEW MVMNT TOUR 2009", dedicated to inspiring the growth of the dance community as individuals and as a whole. The Rhode Island Community of HipHop (RICH), a group collaborating to nourish the hiphop dance community here, has worked with Essence to bring you this workshop FREE OF CHARGE. This is a rare opportunity to learn from seasoned professionals. We hope you all come out. We encourage you to take to heart the message of Essence's mission statement...: Inspire and Be Inspired."

Date: Monday, November 23, 2009 Time: Registration @ 6:30 PM. Class 7:00-10:00 PM. Location: TF Green Hall, Room 205. 7 Young Orchard Avenue, Providence RI 02912 Instructors: Gigi Torres (SYTYCD Ukraine & Scandanavia, Richard Tanumi), April Rodriguez (Kaba Modern Legacy, Boxcuttuhz), Cheryl Koo (Other Duck CEO, Snoop Dogg)

"GorillaStyle, Guerilla Tactics"

pdstyle — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 07:39:00 +0000

pDstyle, as you all may know, is mostly geared towards our growing dance community (mostly centered around the choreography game). That unfortunately is a misconception! Although the freestyle scene is on the opposite end of the dance team choreography scene (and vice versa), we're still all a part of the SAME community -- what we lack, is continual dialogue and awareness of the other. I haven't found an exceptional piece of content to give the art of the freestyle scene much justice...until now.

SOULTION

"GorillaStyle, Guerilla Tactics" is a new series production brought to you by the collaboration of Carlo Gracias (the main man of Manila Gorilla), Michael Suitkace Capito (NYC's Bboy Suitkace) and Ryan HyDROponikz Abugan (Hydroponikz the MC). The new video series showcases the best of known and unknown talent in Hip-Hop located in the Tri-State Area! This series was created to become your goto guide for artists in the northeast!

"Show me what you can do in one minute!"

The series pilot kicks off with BKC/Breaks Kru BBoy, EROCK. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l8S012MKPoc]

The second issue of Gorilla Style Guerrilla Tactics features Frankie Perez from Supreme Beings Crew. According to the producers, "His unique and aggressive style gave us no other choice but to be one of our first features for GSGT." The video has also been featured on BreakerNYC.com! Peep the video to see why Frankie is definitely on his way to the top to being one of New York City's greatest.

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tqAo4OiYGCA]

If you have great diggs of your own, please post them up as a comment! ECDC love.

ESSENCE in NJ/NYC

pdstyle — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:09:15 +0000

Essence has been in town since earlier this week as part of their MVMNT tour before they head up to R.I. You know what that means ---

SATURDAY gets BUSY

pdstyle — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:23:20 +0000

NEW JERSEY

This Saturday, if you're in New Jersey, then Project D Dance Company in Bergenfield, NJ has a special treat for you. To kick off PRIDE 2 this SUNDAY (and celebrate the ELEMENTS X high that everyone is still has), Project D will be hosting COMPANY CLASS this SATURDAY with a very special PRE-PRIDE 2 RATE for ONLY $5 with both co-directors teaching each class. Jeff Laconico will be teaching beginning intermediate level from 1-2PM and Steven Armendi will be teaching advanced level from 2-3PM! Click on flyer for more info.

NEW YORK CITY

IF you're more native to the NYC area, then theres options for you as well! DynamiQ Faction collaborates with yet another well known team -- FLO Dance Team -- to host their first ever collaborative: THE WORKSHOP! Instructors include DynamiQ Faction’s, Mimi Ubarra and FLO Dance Team’s Mark Garcia. Click on flyer for more info.

WORLD of DANCE 2009-2010 TOUR SCHED

pdstyle — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:08:46 +0000

So looks like WORLD of DANCE TOUR Atlantic City 2010 isn't going down, but WOD NEW YORK and WOD Boston are RIGHT around the corner.

PRIDE 2 results.

pdstyle — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 03:24:25 +0000

PRIDE 2 is TODAY.

Here's a sneak peak at whats happening now. Check back for results. (Credit to MeridenV for the twitpic)

UPDATE. Here are the results.

(CREDIT to JRPENA) the RESULTS

Project D Dance Company [NJ]
E.P.I.C. Motion [NYC]
RDT [Rutgers Dance Troupe]

CONGRATULATIONS to PROJECT D DANCE COMPANY for WINNING PRIDE 2! This marks the team's second FIRST PLACE win at Pride 2 as well as being the first NJ team to win a BACK 2 BACK repeat in a major NJ Dance Competition! Congratulations also to NYC based team, EPIC MOTION for winning 2nd place their second time in a row! (Their first time winning second place was with their collabo performance as iTOP--IFA and Hip Top). And 3rd place goes to a well deserved RDT who is definitely a team to look out for in this upcoming dance season. CONGRATULATIONS EC Dance Community! UPDATE 2. Videos are sneakily coming out. http://tristanambat.tumblr.com/ Thanks to tristan ambat for putting it all together in a neat little tumblr.

MAIN EVENT PSA

pdstyle — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 04:20:29 +0000

The MAIN EVENT IS ON! SAVE THE DATE!

APRIL 10th, 2010

BYSK: What defines a REAL Hip-Hop Dancer

pdstyle — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:50:54 +0000

Buddha Stretch from Elite Force Crew defines it.

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4if1XfMr78w]

project d winter 2009-2010 auditions

pdstyle — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:45:35 +0000

ARE TODAY!

All info is on the winter audition 2009 link above. Or you can always go to our facebook event link http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=150198718119

See you all today! (and bring a couple of t shirts, water, and food just incase)

THE AUDITION MIX AND VIDEO

pdstyle — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 06:49:07 +0000

THE AUDITION MIX AND VIDEO ARE UP! PLEASE SEE THE AUDITION PAGE FOR MORE INFO!

THE RESULTS

pdstyle — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 08:16:17 +0000

for the Project D Winter Auditions for the 2009-2010 competition is...

HERE

IAN EASTWOOD hits the Tri-State

pdstyle — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 08:56:30 +0000

IAN EASTWOOD, dancer prodigy extraordinaire will be in town this weekend teaching the masses his unique style of movement. Catch him at BZNJ class this Friday at Paragon Ballroom in Roselle Park, NJ first! And if you have to miss out on that, or want your 2nd dose, then catch him again in NYC at EPIC Motion's workshop. EDIT. Video footage is apparently UP! [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mPC0ylHW0VQ]

Static Noyze Auditions: 12.6.09

kestrell — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 00:25:22 +0000

Fresh from their first place win @ Elements X, Static Noyze is holding auditions tomorrow - Sunday, December 6, 2009, at 12:30 PM. What: Static Noyze Auditions When: Sunday, December 6, 2009 Where: Mass Motion Dance - 50 N. Beacon St, Boston Mass. More Info: Facebook Event

HOMECOMING: The SoReal Workshop

kestrell — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 03:28:38 +0000

SoReal Cru (ABDC Season 2) is returning to NJ!!! Project D, GoForBroke Design, & pDstyle are bringing Pat Lam, Jackie Lautchang, & Andrew Baterina back to NJ THIS SATURDAY, December 12. Space is super-limited (60 per class) so be sure to pre-register!!!
SCHEDULE: 12:00-1:00: Pat Lam 1:00-2:00: Jackie Lautchang 2:00-3:00: Andrew Baterina 3:00-4:00: COLLABO CLASS - Andrew Baterina x Jackie Lautchang

WHAT: The Homecoming - SoReal Cru Dance Workshop WHEN: Saturday, December 12 - 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM WHERE: Step By Step Dancesport, INC. - 24 New Bridge Road, Bergenfield NJ DAMAGE: $12 Per Class; SPECIAL - $60 FOR ALL CLASSES DETAILS: Facebook Event

Penn: Point Blank Workshop

kestrell — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 04:05:55 +0000

Pennsylvania STAND UP! Fresh from their crowning as Philly's Best Dance Crew, POINT BLANK will be teaching workshops on Sunday, December 13 at Dance Obsessions in Aston, PA. Check the details below:

WHAT: POINT BLANK Workshops WHEN: Sunday, December 13, 2009 - 2:00-5:00 PM WHERE: Dance Obsessions, LTD - 6A Mount Pleasant Drive, Aston PA 19014 DAMAGE: $7 per class; SPECIAL: $20 Point Blank Shirt + Classes FREE DETAILS: Facebook Event

NJ: ILL Theory Workshops

kestrell — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 04:25:14 +0000

Can't make it up to Bergenfield for the SoReal Workshops on Saturday? NO PROBLEM. Ill Theory will be hosting classes this Saturday, December 12 from 2:45-6:00 PM at the New York Sports Club in East Brunswick, NJ, with RDT's Mark Salud & Jian David. Check the details below:

WHAT: ILL THEORY Workshops with Mark Salud & Gian David WHEN: Saturday, December 12 - 2:45-6:00 PM WHERE: New York Sports Clubs - Next to Shoprite off of Route 18, East Brunswick NJ DAMAGE: $5 Per Class; SPECIAL: $7 for Both Classes!!! DETAILS: Facebook Event

Wednesday, December 30: Laura Edwards @ AIM

kestrell — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 03:52:28 +0000

Sorry for the last-minute-ness... this Wednesday, December 30 (TOMORROW!!!), Boogiezone NJ & Fr3sh Dance Troupe, LLC will be hosting a SPECIAL CLASS with Laura Edwards! Check the info below:

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s5vnEyng_4o]
What: Special Class with LAURA EDWARDS When: Wednesday, December 30, 7:00-9:00 PM Where: AIM Dance Academy - 25 Morristown Road, Matawan NJ Damage: $15 Details: Facebook Event

Saturday, January 2: PD Classes & Fr3sh Semi-Formal

kestrell — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 04:25:33 +0000

This Saturday, January 2 is gonna be a crazy post-new year's weekend.
Project D will be hosting its First Of The Month Community Class. Each first class of the month will feature a LOCAL community dancer, allowing area dancers to get to know their community better. The first class will be taught by Keith Ocampo (Fr3sh, BTW) from 2:00-3:00 PM @ Step By Step. Check the details:
What: Community Class with Keith Ocampo
When: Saturday, January 2, 2:00-3:00 PM Where: Step By Step Dancesport, INC. - 24 New Bridge Road, Bergenfield NJ Damage: $5 Details: Facebook Event

Later that night, Fr3sh will be hosting "THE MASQUERADE," its 2010 Semi-Formal, at East Ocean's Buffet in Piscataway, NJ. Cover is $40 but it includes admission, food, performances by Fr3sh Juniors, Fr3sh Freestyle Crew, Raps Dance Troupe, and an Open Beer & Wine Bar. Attire is semi-formal, theme is Black & Purple. Check the details below:

BYSK: Advice For Young Dancers

kestrell — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 07:16:36 +0000

Advice From: Salah (France) Lyle Beniga (Los Angeles) Elm Pizarro (Los Angeles) Patrick (The Netherlands) Yeya Ekstrom (Sweden) Buddha Stretch (New York) Link (New York) Mr Wiggles (New York)
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkzeseA14SY]

TUESDAY recap

pdstyle — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 09:26:05 +0000

The first Tuesday Master class series of the year taught by Project D's very own Steven Armendi and Jeff Laconico happened tonight January 05, 2010. Classes are expected to go on every Tuesday with either Steven Armendi and/or Jeff Laconico from 8-9PM until MARCH 6th. Check out the new paint job as well! Meanwhile our neighbors at Creative Image Dance Studio (Rhythmology) has reopened TNK (Tuesday Night Krew) for the new year since their floor renovation project. Post Christmas, they recently shut down TNK sessions as well as CIS due to renovating the floor. This tuesday, they are back open to the public. Sneak peak of the new floors to your right.

FR3SH WINTER INTENSIVE + AUDITIONS

pdstyle — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 09:36:27 +0000

FR3SH Dance Company is offering a WINTER INTENSIVE (precursor to their SUMMER INTENSIVE series) this January 16 and 17 of the new 2010 year. This intensive dance workshop boasts a diverse group of collabos and choreographers ranging from FR3SH's ABDC family (Mikey and Leslie), FR3SH's FreeStyle Crew (Darvi and Karlo), Fr3sh's Dance Co. (Keith, Bo, and Lisa), as well as guest Choreographers from the Mooks, Balls to the Wall, Rhythmology, E.P.I.C. Motion, and Project D! *Note: If you are planning on doing the Main Event Performance Intensive, class 1 on January 17th taught by Lisa Ramirez of FR3SH Dance Co. is highly necessary for placement! THE MAIN EVENT PERFORMANCE INTENSIVE: JANUARY - APRIL 2010 An 11-week program which gives Beginner and Intermediate level dancers the opportunity to experience FR3SH "DANCE LIFE" first-hand. The program, led by the Co-Artistic Directors of FR3SH Dance Company and FR3SH Juniors, will challenge dancers to learn choreography, staging and performance. Dancers will be exposed to a variety of styles, trained by amazing choreographers, and meet talented dancers from the East and West Coast dance community. The Main Event Dance Intensive concludes with an opportunity to perform at The Main Event Hip-Hop Dance Competition on Saturday, April 10, 2010. Planning on joining the FR3SH Family? More info after the jump.

FUSION AUDITIONS 2010

pdstyle — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 09:45:05 +0000

From the same team that brought you ELEMENTS X Hip-Hop Dance Competition... Boston University's FUSION Hip-Hop Dance Troupe is holding AUDITIONS for the beginning of the 2010 Year! No prior experience necessary. Just come dressed to dance and be ready to learn a few eight counts of choreography. Any questions? Hit them up at fusion@bu.edu.

NYC: EPIC MOTION 2010 AUDITIONS

pdstyle — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 15:44:28 +0000

E.P.I.C. Motion (Energy and Passion to Inspire Collaborative Motion) is one of NEW YORK CITY's premier dance teams to hit the Tri-State area Dance Community Circuit. This JAN 30th, they're looking for a few good men (and women) for this upcoming dance season. If you're in northern NJ or near NYC, then this team is looking for you! Click the pic for the FB LINK! Any questions please e-mail: epic.m.dance@gmail.com About E.P.I.C. Motion Dance Company E.P.I.C. Motion Dance Company made up of a group of people who came together out of a common desire to express themselves on a larger stage outside the dance studio. Its members embrace individuality which is one of the driving forces behind their innovative movement. The team, while continually learning, promotes and teaches dance in multiple forms--hip-hop, contemporary, popping, locking, breaking, jazz, and etc. By creating a positive and challenging learning environment, we strive for originality, progress in technique, and honest artistic expression. Through frequent practices, performances, competitions and workshops we hope to advance beyond any of our limits as dancers while growing together as a family. Ultimately, we want to use our Energy and Passion to Inspire Collaborative Motion within our dance family and community. Past Performances: Reign or Shine 4 (as IFA Dance Team) 3rd Place Pride Dance Competition (as IFA Dance Team) 2nd Place Pride 2 Dance Competition - 2nd Place Fr3sh's The Main Event Dance Competition Elements X Prelude EC Dance Competition World of Dance NYC TASS NYU's Nightmarket

GENUINE DANCE COMPANY WORKSHOP SERIES

pdstyle — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 16:02:25 +0000

You've got to admit, since the end of 2009, and the dawn of 2010, the EAST COAST, starting with the Tri-State area scene, has been more OPEN and ACCEPTING towards inter-team choreographer workshops -- workshops featuring choreographers from OTHER TEAMS. The advent of SYNERGY annual local community workshops and BOOGIEZONE NJ Community classes has brought about a new welcomeness: sharing our very own choreographers with everyone else. This new movement has lead to great notables such as FR3SH's diverse WINTER INTENSIVE line up, as well as Project D's FIRST of the MONTH community class series featuring choreographers from local teams in the area. GENUINE DANCE COMPANY follows suit with no exception, offering a series of workshop classes featuring diverse choreographers from Central/South Jersey (and NYC). If this is a taste of the collaborations that are about to come in later in the year, then 2010 must be looking pretty sweet right now. Major props to GDC (as well as every team out there) trying to organize something involving their community. If you want to follow GENUINE DANCE Company, their links are below! Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/GenuineDanceCompany Tumblr: http://genuinedancecompany.tumblr.com/ Twitter: http://twitter.com/GenuineDanceCo If you have any questions you may reach Genuine Dance Company by email @ GenuineDanceCompany@yahoo.com OR you may directly contact 732.762.7153

JUN QUEMADO @ THE FR3SH WINTER INTENSIVE

kestrell — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:34:41 +0000

You already know that the Fr3sh Winter Intensive is going down this weekend - see previous post. It has been just announced that JUN QUEMADO will be teaching a SPECIAL CLASS right after after the intensive. The class will be from 9:00 PM - 10:15 PM at Arts In Motion Dance Academy in Matawan, NJ. Cost is $15 ($10 for Fr3sh Family Members). Register here.
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWUPxXBYxEM]

DMV 1/16: Zoey Cruz, Jay De Jesus, Alonzo Williams, Dennis Caindec, Jesse Lee Santos... and a PARTY.

kestrell — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 23:20:19 +0000

(Props to IllTheory for the info!!!)
Those of you in the DMV are in for a busy weekend on Saturday, January 16 (tomorrow!!!):
SATURDAY, January 16: On Pointe Dance Studio in Annapolis, MD is hosting two workshops with Zoey Cruz (CSDC, CSLV, Soul Purpose) and Jay De Jesus (Meccamee) from 12:00-3:00 PM. Cost is $20 per class, or $35 for both. Check the details out here or below:

Right after these workshops are over, you may want to drive over to Silver Springs, MD (driving directions here) to Contradiction Dance (inside the Round House Theatre Education Center) for the Boogie Bots Anniversary Workshop featuring Alonzo Williams (Rhythm City ABDC 4 - 3:00-4:00 PM), Dennis Caindec (MSA Talent, CSLA Alum - 4:00-5:00 PM), and Jason Lee Santos (ABDC Manager for Super Cr3w, Boogie Bots, and We Are Heroes - 5:00-6:30 PM). Costs are $15 for 1, $25 for 2, and $35 for all 3. Check the details out here or below:

To top off the day, at Club Aqua in Washington, DC, the Boogie Bots 2 Year Anniversary Party is going down from 10:00 pm - 3:00 am. Attire is whatever - except no sweats, no shorts, no boots. Special guests include Jesse Lee Santos, Dennis Caindec, Rhythm City, Beat Ya Feet Kings, Kick Rocks Crew, and members of the Boogie Bots Crew!!! 21+ for Gents, 18+ for ladies; Free before 11:30 PM for 21+ guestlist - SIGN UP SOON!!! - and $5 for those under 21 before 11:30 PM. Check the details out here or below:

Faye Boogie at SVA JAM 5

pdstyle — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 21:08:03 +0000

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gtgc374sTfQ]

NJ: RDT AUDITIONS 2010

pdstyle — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 18:01:29 +0000

If you live around the Rutgers New Brunswick area, then RAPS Dance Troupe is looking for YOU! They're holding open tryouts for this spring semester. If you're stuck down south, and you're looking for a team to join, then try RDT! They also state, "Although we are a Rutgers affiliated team, you do not need to attend Rutgers to tryout." CLICK for the facebook event. http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=268852367268&index=1 *If you have any questions, please feel free to message (or massage) any of the following: Mark Salud (908) 907-2341 Michael Esteban (732) 770-0767 Mark Maglasang (908) 202-0302 Anna Lee Sigueza (732) 715-9580

The HAITI RELIEF workshops

pdstyle — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 18:09:23 +0000

If you haven't heard on the news (or your twitter), but the earthquake in Haiti has caused over 50,000 deaths. A disaster this serious has the American Red Cross, Fashion Delivers Charitable Foundation and YOUR dance community joining together help out a country in need. $10 pays for ALL classes. (What? There's six, too!) Although the entrance fee is $10, they will still be taking donations beyond the $10 entrance (and clothes, too). Have fun for cheap, and do it for a great cause as well!

Saturday: ILLTheory Auditions, pD Company Class

kestrell — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 01:15:28 +0000

This Saturday, January 23: Ill Theory is holding auditions from 1:30-6:00 PM. The audition will be held at New York Sports Club (Studio 1), and the event is co-hosted by Motivated Youth in Performing Art (M.Y.P.A.). Resume is required, with the following information: -Name -Age -Town,State -School/College and Yr of Grad -Contact # and make sure indicate what kind of # it is (cell/home) -Email -Dance Experience -Strengths/Focuses -Picture/headshot ***All of this TYPED, try not to hand write it. Try to keep it looking as professional as possible.
Check the info below and on the Facebook Event.

Up north, Project D will be holding its Saturday Company Dance Class with Regina Lustre from 2:00-3:30 PM @ Step By Step Dancesport in Bergenfield, NJ. As always, class is only $5. Register online here and check info on the Facebook event.

Boston: Haiti Relief Workshops

kestrell — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 01:30:20 +0000

The New England Dance Community is doing its part, as well, in contributing to the Haiti relief effort. Static Noyze is holding a set of workshops at Jeannette Neill Dance Studio in Boston, Mass on Sunday, January 24. Peter Navarro is teaching from 1:00-2:00 PM, and Enrique Novales is teaching from 2:00-3:00 PM. The cost for the classes is $10 for one, $15 for both, with additional donations being accepted. See more info at the Facebook event.
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UeEcbFmC7dY]

New England: Haiti Benefit w/Marcos Aguirre

kestrell — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:24:41 +0000

It's really good to see the dance community coming out to support the people of Haiti in their plight. Marcos Aguirre (Wrush) is teaching another workshop to raise money for the cause - this time, at The Dance Academy of Siagel Productions in Newton, Massachusetts. He's teaching this Thursday, January 28, from 8:00-9:30 PM - cost is $10 plus donations - shoes, clothing, canned food, etc. Check the details here or below:

Boston: Fusion's First Classes of 2010

kestrell — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 23:09:20 +0000

Boston University's Fusion Hip Hop Dance Troupe will be holding its first workshops of 2010 this Sunday, January 31 from 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM at the SAC Dance Studio (3rd Floor) in Boston, Mass. Details are as follows:
- 10:30am - Registration - 11:00 am - Tiffany Feng & Zette Martinez teach contemporary!!! - 12:00pm - Eunji Hong teaches to R&B - $3 for 1 class / $5 for both
Check the Facebook page for more info. Here are their performances from Elements X:
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vA1lgjRRszc] [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mn6VBl2uT80]

ABDC Season 5: Crews Revealed

kestrell — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 23:47:39 +0000

As you've no doubt heard, Entertainment Weekly has made the first announcement of the roster for crews for America's Best Dance Crew Season 5. Although opinions of the show have been mixed within the dance community, we're always proud to see its members represent on the show. This season, we're very proud to see The Hype & Poreotics repping for the West, but let's see who we have from the EAST COAST (entries from MTV, from Entertainment Weekly):
Saltare Hometown: Raleigh, NC These professional jump ropers are seeking exposure for their sport while at the same time conquering the dance world. They have walked away from their college degrees and steady jobs in pursuit of a dream: to become professional jump ropers and pioneers of a burgeoning sport. All six members are a part of the USA Jump Rope All Star team, which only features the best of the best in the country. Saltare comes to America’s Best Dance Crew to expose the sport they’ve dedicated their lives to, challenge themselves in a different arena and prove that jump rope is more than just child’s play. Now they must incorporate their unique skill set into major dance performances. With America watching, will these jumpers be able to transition their trademark jump rope into viable dance routines on the America’s Best Dance Crew stage?
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HJJVxuE7F1w] Blueprint Cru Hometown: Montreal, Canada This Canadian crew is out to storm the home of hip-hop and demonstrate a level of synchronicity not seen before. Being the first-ever foreign crew to compete on America’s Best Dance Crew, Blueprint has a lot to prove. And for this crew, the name Blueprint is more than a title: it’s a creed. Precision, precision, precision, that’s their motto. Every move this crew does, they do as one, moving together. This dance crew is run like an army, training hard to look like one unit, to learn the origin of the move, and then striving to perfect them. This perfectionist crew doesn’t believe in tricks and stunts, they believe in unified movements down to every minute detail. In the six years since the group started these Montreal natives have become the premiere crew in the Canadian dance world. But making a name for themselves in the country where hip-hop was born would be the ultimate barometer of success.
Legendary Seven Hometown: Boston, MA Legendary Seven are proud to call the hard streets of Boston home, and are quick to tell you they are one of the last true street crews from Bean Town. Their performances revolve around breaking, krumping, and popping but most importantly, big tricks. Crew leader “E-Knock” Phillips and fellow Legendary Seven member Darius Rutledge are no strangers to Americas Best Dance Crew. They were both members of the Season One crew Status Quo which finished second only to Season One winners The JabbaWockeeZ. This time around losing is not an option. This means their tricks are even bigger and more imaginative then before.
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UeEcbFmC7dY] Static Noyze Hometown: Cambridge, MA Static Noyze has always felt like the outcasts, never really feeling like they fit in with anyone but each other. Bored with what they call “stock hip hop” routines and moves that they’ve seen before, this off-the-wall group of dancers promises to shake up the America’s Best Dance Crew stage with their distinct style of dance. They consider themselves to be innovators of dance and describe their dance style as hip-hop with a contemporary twist. What makes them truly unique though, is that they use their routines (which they refer to as their “creations”) to convey offbeat stories told through cutting edge moves and costumes. Leading their style brigade is crewmember Peter, a makeup artist by day and drag queen by night. As a drag queen he’s known as Baby Gaga. But even in this world he feels like an outcast saying, “there aren’t a lot of short Asian drag queens in the world.” Static Noyze does not mind being called odd. In fact, they embrace it. These eccentricities are what make Static such a unique group and they hope America finds their unconventionality charming, and become Americas Best quirky Dance Crew.
draZtik Hometwon: Providence, RI Predominately self-taught from music videos, draZtic is set to prove you don’t need major street cred to hang with the big dogs of America’s Best Dance Crew. Being one of the only dance crews in Providence, RI, they do not garner much respect. However with choreography that is an innovative combination of contemporary and ballet fused with popping and hip-hop they plan to earn respect. Because they are all skilled in different styles, draZtik adheres to an unconventional philosophy of leadership by committee. Each member plays an equal role in the design and choreography of every performance. Although this philosophy can sometimes lead to tension amongst members, draZtik feels it ultimately gives them an edge over other crews.

BZNJ kicks off 2010 year

pdstyle — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 11:40:25 +0000

Boogiezone NJ is back after their winter hiatus with a sweet line-up for the winter quarter, featuring native east coast dancers from the new england area, the tri-state area, the D/M/V area and beyond. Can't say much about who they have in store -- but dancers near the NJ area, you will be pleased! BZNJ kicks off JANUARY with a showcase of their staff's in house talent. Tonight (this friday), take class with BZNJ's Hospitality Manager/Interviewer Extraordinaire Cindy Ho (from FR3SH of ABDC's Season 4, VEN15, and RDT) and BZNJ Assistant Desk Manager Marie Damaso (from Project D Dance Company).

NJ: Project D Company Class

pdstyle — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 11:47:32 +0000

This SATURDAY, Project D features AJ DELGRA from 2-3PM at STEP by STEP DanceSport, INC. in Bergenfield, NJ. Besides, who wouldn't want to take a class from a Calvin Klein looking model?

Reminder for Sunday: Genuine Dance Company Workshops

kestrell — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 16:53:41 +0000

REMINDER: This Sunday, January 31, Genuine Dance Company will be hosting the first in a series of workshops @ Marlboro Dance Academy in Marlboro, NJ. This Sunday's lineup includes Bong Buno (The Mooks, Fr3sh Dance Company - 3:00-4:30 PM) and Derek Gamboa (Ill Theory - 4:30-6:00 PM). Cost is $5 for 1 class, $7 for two. Check the details below (including info about more classes next month) or at the Facebook event.

Team Technique Spring Tryouts

kestrell — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 17:06:45 +0000

Team Technique, one of the oldest and most well-established teams at Rutgers University, is holding its Spring Auditions on 2 days: Monday, Feb. 1 & Tuesday, Feb. 2. Both auditions run from 8:30-10:30 PM, at the Hill Center on Busch Campus. Be prepared to learn choreography, but freestyle is optional (and highly encouraged). Check the info below or at the Facebook event.

Please e-mail teamtechnique@gmail.com with your name and intended day of audition.

ODE to the NJ in CA

pdstyle — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 23:18:46 +0000

So last weekend, part of pDstyle was out in Irvine, CA to watch VIBE XV by Lambda Theta Delta and Kallusive Clothing. I know what you're thinking: BUT VIBE XV has nothing to do with the East Coast?! Right and wrong. Some of our own very community dancer alumni are actually still ripping it on stage on the other coast. So here's x minutes of fame, you've all made us proud. (If you're in the east coast, and you have friends that started out on the east coast, but are now dancing on the west coast (0r any other coast for that matter), then let us KNOW!) [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NvmkB0FF8Rs] See if you can find FR3SH alumni Karlo Soria and Jill Veracruz in PAC Modern's VIBE XV set! (thanks to PacificRimVideo for this drop) [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2G_nxV3K0B4] Kristina Latonio, also a FR3SH alum, now San Diego resident, is back on Second to None (220) after training with Super Galactic Beat Manipulators of the Family Royale. See if you can spot her. (thanks to thatsfresh) [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0GMO-xhbq4E] Yet another FR3SH alum now turned part of the Team Millennia family, Dallas Augustine can be found in this performance. (more video drops and pictures to come)

Haiti Dance Workshops: Part 2

kestrell — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:31 +0000

Once again, the dance community is coming together to support the people of Haiti. This Friday, February 5, the HUB Teen Center in New Brunswick, NJ is hosting a series of workshops. $5 gets you into all 4 of the following classes:
4:00-5:30: Adrian Causing (Fr3sh Dance Company) 5:30-7:00: Ryan Metauro (Fusion) 7:00-8:30: Stephanie Reyes (The Miracle Project) 8:30-10:00: "Josear" Ancheta (The Mooks)
All proceeds will go to the Red Cross. Check the Facebook event for details, or the poster below.

Rhythmology Workshops: Bong Buno, Lloyd Ortuoste, Brandon Dumlao

kestrell — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:14:12 +0000

This Saturday, Rhythmology will be hosting a series of workshops at Creative Image Studio in Bergenfield, NJ. Cost is $10 per class, $15 for both - featuring a very special guest...
12:00-1:30 PM: Luis "Bong" Buno (The Mooks, Fr3sh Dance Company), Lloyd Ortuoste (The Mooks) 1:30-3:00 PM: Brandon Dumlao (SYTYCD, Funks SF, Neverland)
Check the Facebook event for further details, or the poster below:

Saturday Night Krew (Fr3sh Freestyle Session)

kestrell — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:33:47 +0000

The success of Rhythmology's Tuesday Night Krew (TNK) Freestyle Sessions has demonstrated a clear demand for open session space. For those who prefer to get down on the weekend, Fr3sh Freestyle is starting its own Saturday Night Krew (SNK) in conjunction with Rhythmology's event at AIM Dance Academy in Matawan, NJ, starting Saturday, February 13. $3 ($2 for Fr3sh Family Members) gets you into the space and into a fundamentals class - next week's fundamentals class will be Popping with Karlo Borja. Check the details below or at the Facebook event.

Reminder For Sunday: Genuine Dance Company Workshops

kestrell — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:39:52 +0000

REMINDER: This Sunday, February 7, Genuine Dance Company will be hosting the second in a series of workshops @ Marlboro Dance Academy in Marlboro, NJ. This Sunday's lineup includes Shoey Sun (EPIC Motion - 3:00-4:30 PM) and Mark Choi (SERCisCompany - 4:30-6:00 PM). Cost is $5 for 1 class, $7 for two. Check the details below (including info about more classes next month) or at the Facebook event.

Fr3sh Dance Co. Class w/ Brandon Dumlao

kestrell — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:49:41 +0000

This Sunday, February 7, Fr3sh Dance Company will be hosting Brandon Dumlao (SYTYCD, Funks SF, Neverland) for an open company class at AIM Dance Academy in Matawan, NJ from 4:00-5:15 PM (registration @ 3:30). Cost is $10, $7 for Fr3sh family members. Check below for details or at the Facebook event.

Rhode Island: Aesthetic Flo Auditions

kestrell — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 02:13:28 +0000

While Draztik tears it up on America's Best Dance Crew Season 5, the rest of the Rhode Island dance community is gearing up for the new year. Aesthetic Flo, based out of the University of Rhode Island (URI), is holding auditions this Tuesday, February 9, 7-10 PM at Merrow Hall on the URI Campus in Kingston, RI. Audition format is unconventional, but innovative: all auditionees must present a routine of their own choreography no longer than 1 minute. Check the details below or on the Facebook event.

Boston: Project K Exhibition + Workshops

kestrell — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 21:51:20 +0000

Boston University's Unofficial Project & Boston College's AerodynamiK are hosting an exhibition show, Project K. Going down Saturday, February 6, at the Tsai Performance Center at Boston University at 7:00 PM, tickets are $10, available at the GSU Link (BU's Student Center) from 10 AM - 3 PM until Friday, February 5. Featured performers include Wrush, BlackoutPro, Phunk Phenomenon, Fusion, Bulletproof Funk, Vibes, Synergy, and more... check the details below, or contact Upro@BU.edu for more info:

After the event, on Sunday, February 7, UPro & AeroK will be hosting a set of Free Workshops at the SAC Gym (not the dance studio) at Boston University. Check the Facebook event for more details; and see the schedule below: 4:00 PM: Registration 4:30-5:50 PM: UPro TBA 5:30-6:30 PM: AeroK TBA 6:30-7:30 PM: UPro Alumnus Jeff Dang

ABDC EAST COAST

pdstyle — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 04:11:56 +0000

CONGRATS to BLUEPRINT (CANADA) and STATIC NOYZE (BOSTON, MA) for MAKING it to NATIONALS and representing our EC Dance Community!

CLASS SCHEDULE

pdstyle — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 20:10:26 +0000

Project D FIRST OF THE MONTH: Amanda Suk x Shoey Sun

kestrell — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:27:02 +0000

DOUBLE UPDATE: We have their class vid up! [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lM1zvTH7M6M] ----------------------- UPDATE: The class that we scheduled for FEBRUARY 6th but was cancelled due to snow is NOW MOVED to FEBRUARY 20th. So if you had your heart set on going, you can still make it next week and take class with SHOEY SUN and AMANDA SUK! ----------------------- Once again, Project D is bringing you the First Of The Month Community Class, "giving you a new way to get to know your dance community". This month's teachers will be Amanda Suk (Fr3sh Dance Company, E.P.I.C. Motion) & Shoey Sun (E.P.I.C. Motion). Class is this Saturday, February 6, at Step By Step Dancesport in Bergenfield, NJ, 2:00-3:00 PM, $5. Check the details below or at the Facebook event.

pdstyle — Sat, 13 Feb 2010 19:05:36 +0000

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Rhode Island: BUDDHA STRETCH Workshop

kestrell — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 22:10:23 +0000

"As a part of The Rhythm of Change: Africanist Performance Weekend 2010, BUDDHA STRETCH, renowned dancer, choreographer and teacher, will be teaching a hip hop dance workshop! A powerhouse in the world of hip hop dance, Buddha Stretch has choreographed for Michael Jackson, Mariah Carey, Will Smith, Wyclef Jean, Salt 'n Pepa, and many more. This is guaranteed to be a tight class. Come through!" [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lZeyAA4a2jc] [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4if1XfMr78w] [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LeiFF0gvqcc&feature=fvst] Saturday, March 6th 1:30-3pm Ashamu Dance Studio, Brown University $10 FOR STUDENTS (BROWN OR NON-BROWN) $15 FOR NON-STUDENTS *ID required"

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kestrell — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 22:19:37 +0000

Rhode Island: imPulse Show + Workshops

kestrell — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 22:23:30 +0000

imPulse Dance Company is hosting its 7th Annual Spring Show this Saturday, March 6. Featuring guests Unnatural Selection, HellooHi, & Aesthetic Flo, the show will run from 7:00-8:30 PM in Alumnae Hall on Brown University's campus in Providence, RI. Tickets are $5 in advance, $7 at the door. Check the Facebook Event for details or the poster below: On Sunday, March 7, FREE WORKSHOPS featuring choreographers from the show will be held from 6:00-9:00 PM at Brown University in TF Green Hall, Room 205. Schedule is as follows (from the Facebook Event): 5:30 PM - Registration 6:00 PM - Remy Fernandez O'Brien (imPulse) 7:00 PM - Dennis Moss (Aesthetic Flo) 8:00 PM - Rodney Romero (HellooHi)

First of the MONTH with LESLIE HUBILLA!

pdstyle — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 22:20:26 +0000

STEP UP or GET SMOKED 2010

pdstyle — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 19:54:13 +0000

STEP UP or GET SMOKED is BACK this MARCH 6th at Creative Image Studio hosted by Rhythmology. The freestyle event series that started last year is bigger and better than ever, WITH A CASH PRIZE THIS TIME!

Connecticut: Best Of The East 3

kestrell — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 05:53:39 +0000

UPDATE: Here are the Results

Rhythmology
Phunk Phenomenon
Static Noyze

Hip Hop Dance Conservatory's Artistic Director--Safi A.Thomas, Education Director--Yvonne H.Chow and Yasmine Fequiere--President of BLADE Dance Entertainment were official judges for Best of the East 3. Congrats to the TOP 3, who are familiar active teams in our tri-state dance community, for a job well done!

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v_bGr6jraMg] Phunk Phenomenon's 2nd place set.

-------------------- Connecticut doesn't usually come to mind when thinking about the East Coast Dance Community... but rest assured, wherever there is passion, community exists. Eastern Connecticut State University (Willimantic, CT) is throwing it DOWN with their third annual BEST OF THE EAST competition! 12 crews will compete for $2000 and a scholarship to the Hip-Hop Conservatory. The event is being held for a good cause: all profits from the event go towards a scholarship for a local high school student. ECSU Students are FREE, but outside guests are $10. Check the Facebook Event for details, but also see the poster and the amazing lineup: 1. Energy 2. Rhythm City 3. Static Noyze 4. E3 5. Point Blank 6. Phunk Phenomenon 7. YNot? 8. WRT 9. Urban Dance Alliance 10. WRUSH 11. Rhythmology 12. Deja Vu

pDstyle interview with BUDDHA STRETCH

pdstyle — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 01:17:45 +0000

Don't get your history twisted.

Budda Stretch really SETS YOU STRAIGHT.

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U3wPcDnLszk]

ABOUT HIP HOP

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yIXTHilIlbM]

ABOUT BUDDHA STRETCH

NJ invades the BAY!

pdstyle — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 12:56:18 +0000

UPDATE:

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K6TVnQIieGA] Amanda Suk and Shoey Sun's FUNK SF Class

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pu7Ai5IOqmU] FR3SH & BZNJ's Cindy Ho @ De La Femme Co. Class

NJ in the UW

pdstyle — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 06:37:33 +0000

Project D Dance Co. Alumni (artistic co-director 06-07) and NJ native, Richard Garing has been a bi-coastal dancer training with Project D and other east coast teams in his off season and dancing for the Seattle, Washington State dance community during his collegiate stay at University of Washington (UW). Besides that famous company class video of him, (now offline due to a YouTube malfunction on projectddancecompany's YT account), his credentials include:

performance at UNRATED VIII: Kreative Kaos
performance at Seattle Seahawks halftime show
performance at Culture Shock Canada Showcase
Background dancing for Regine Velasquez and Pops Fernandez
and Instructor for the Huskies Dance Team

Despite his long distance from home base: Paramus, NJ, Richard is still spreading dance in his own community in Seattle. Recently, in conjunction with five other business partners, he has started this first strictly hip-hop dance school in the U-district. For more information on his project, log-on to: http://www.urbanpulsedance.com/ [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VjcXDDdxxuM]

Rhode Island: FREE Static Noyze Workshops

kestrell — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 14:16:09 +0000

Continuing the series of FREE Hip-Hop Dance Classes hosted at Brown University this year, STATIC NOYZE DANCE COMPANY is sending their Artistic Directors, Michael Patlingrao & Peter Navarro, to teach this Sunday, March 21, at 6:00 PM in TF Green Hall (Room 205 - Brown University, Providence RI). Check the schedule below, or see the Facebook Event for more details.
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uaKulC2jrp4]
5:30 PM: Registration 6:00-7:30 PM: Michael Patlingrao 7:30-9:00 PM: Peter Navarro This event is co-hosted by imPulse Dance Company, Fusion Dance Company, and Aesthetic Flo.

March 19: Boogiezone NJ w/Mike Arellano

kestrell — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 20:02:26 +0000

Boston: Vibes' FemiNINE + Workshops

kestrell — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 17:51:53 +0000

Saturday, March 27: VIBES, an all-female hip-hop company at Boston University, is hosting FemiNINE, its Ninth Annual Hip-Hop Dance Showcase. Note that the two different show times (3 PM and 7 PM) have different performance lineups. The Facebook Event and the poster below speak for themselves:

Sunday, March 28: The FemiNINE Workshops, featuring Katrina Badiola, Marcos Aguirre, Devin Woolridge, Adrian Causing, and Bryan East, are going down at the SAC Dance Studio at Boston University. Check the Facebook Event or the poster below for details:

pD Workshop: Jenny Valles (KM) & Geo Lee (KM Alumni, Instant Noodles)

kestrell — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 17:59:16 +0000

JENNY VALLES (Kaba Modern | Irvine, CA) Jenny Valles was born in Los Angeles and moved to New Jersey where she spent her childhood years. She was introduced to dancing at a very young age watching her brother and his friends spin on their backs on the living room floor with MTV blasting in the background. Upon returning to Los Angeles in her teen years, the rampant Hip Hop culture sparked her interest in street dancing. She began training at Homeland Cultural Center in Long Beach, California at the age of 15 where she was introduced to waackin’ and lockin’. At the age of 18 she trained under Culture Shock Los Angeles’ Lockin’ Crew, where she gained valuable experience and insight that helped her grow. She has also entered numerous jams in the Los Angeles area, being a semi-finalist in Homeland’s Lockdown 2008 as well as X-mas Funk Sessions for waacking. In the summer of 2008, she won Undadog’s One Popper-&-One Locker, alongside her brother Justin “Jet Li” Valles. Jenny continues to be inspired by her brother, her closest friends, the dancers she’s met along the way, and the entire KM family. For Jenny, Kaba Modern is a dream come true, as it is a place where she can contribute her love and passion for dance.
GEO LEE (Kaba Modern Alumni, Instant Noodles | North Hollywood, CA) Geo Lee began dancing in Taipei, Taiwan in high school with several of his crew members from Instant Noodles. Attending UC Irvine for his undergraduate studies, Geo had to opportunity to dance for Kaba Modern from 2006-2008, where he also assumed Coordinator position with Allison Vicencio and Andrew Simbol in 2008. Through Kaba Modern he was able to enrich his dance and choreography experience while also actively training with his crew Instant Noodles. Today, he currently resides in North Hollywood, California and is signed with DDO Artists Agency, and continues to perform, compete, and teach, while representing Instant Noodles to the fullest. With roots as a b-boy and hip hop choreography experience, Geo hopes to create a unique, musical, and soulful breaking style that will entertain his audiences.

FOTM: Jake Pesquira

pdstyle — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 13:45:31 +0000

Jake Pesquira of Queens, NYC's DYNAMIQ FACTION teaches this SATURDAY, APRIL 3, 2010 for Project D's FIRST OF THE MONTH series.

JAKE PESQUIRA [DynamiQ Faction, Queens, NYC]

Born in Cebu, Philippines and raised in Queens, NY; Jake has been experienced as a former P.A.R.E. Modern dancer and choreographer, Former Co-founder and Co-Director for FLO Dance Team (NY/NJ), Fr3sh Dance Company (NJ) Season 5 Alumni, and currently Co-founder and Executive Director for DynamiQ Faction (Queens). Jake has trained in urban funk, modern, contemporary, whacking, street jazz, and hip hop. Taking the stage at many showcases, competitions, and has also had the opportunities to perform both local and national TV on QPTV (Queens Public Television) and on Wild Out Wednesday (W.O.W.) on BET network. His most recent project was the "Dance For Life" Breast Cancer Awareness and Fundraising event held on November 2009 along with DynamiQ in a collaborative effort that successfully raised money for the National Breast Cancer Foundation. His passion for dance has expanded and evolved into an ever-growing dream to teach, provide, and share dance resources and opportunities [the kind we never had back in the day] to those aspiring dancers out there that want and are hungry for it. "Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference. The right talent with the wrong attitude won't get you anywhere."

James Alsop in Boston: April 2, April 7

kestrell — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 17:28:07 +0000

James Alsop (SYTYCD, Step It Up and Dance, Beyonce, Lady Gaga) is teaching a series of classes in the Boston area during the next few days. On Friday, April 2, James will be teaching at Artistic Dance Studio in Westport, Mass. from 7:00-8:30 PM. On Wednesday, April 7, James will be teaching at Jeannette Neil Dance Studio in Boston, Mass. from 7:30-9:00 PM. Check the posters below for more details:

MIT Presents: FOOTWORK 2010

kestrell — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 17:56:11 +0000

MIT's Ridonkulous, third place winners at Elements X and recent ABDC auditionees, is hosting its annual showcase, Footwork 2010!!! The event is hosted by James Alsop (Fanny Pak), and will be held in the Kresge Auditorium @ MIT this Saturday, April 3rd at8:00 PM (doors open at 7:30). Tickets are $15 at the door. Check the poster & lineup below for details, and see more at the Facebook Event.
Performances By: Phunk Phenomenon Lil' Phunk NIA Dance Troupe Side Project Katalyst, YJ, & Lady Beast Iconic Movement PROnails BU Fusion BU Edge BU Unofficial Project MIT Imobilare MIT Mocha Moves MIT Ridonkulous Fanny Pack

Footwork 2010 Workshops

kestrell — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 18:24:05 +0000

Footwork 2010 Workshops

kestrell — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 18:27:13 +0000

THE MAIN EVENT 2010

pdstyle — Sat, 10 Apr 2010 11:50:06 +0000

THE MAIN EVENT IS BACK. Since its debut last year in 2009 (March), the east coast dance community in the Tri-State area finally has a fully blown and local born annual dance competition to look forward to (besides Culture Shock D.C.'s East Coast Dance Competition a.k.a. ECDC). Besides the conception of Prelude East Coast and World of Dance, NYC (two competitions originating from the California dance community), the MAIN EVENT has been the only well-established dance competition native to the east coast tri-state area by a native tri-state area dance team, FR3SH Dance Company. This 2010, the MAIN EVENT comes back harder than ever featuring a plethora of TV dance celebrities from So You Think You Can Dance and MTV's America's Best Dance Crew such as, Karla Garcia, Alonzo Williams (Rhythm City), Beau Fournier (Fanny Pak), Cara Horibe (Fanny Pak), and Mike Song (Kaba Modern) in addition to exhibition performances by Fanny Pak and Rhythm City. Nonetheless, most of the dance community will be looking forward towards seeing what other competitive teams are going to bring to the table this year. This year's line-up features familiar NJ, Boston, and D/M/V teams as well a new team to our local scene from NY:

Capital Funk (DC)
Dead On Arrival (D.O.A.) (VA)
E.P.I.C. Motion (NY)
Fusion (MA)
Just A Taste (NY)
Kinematix (MA)
Major Definition (MD)
RAPS Dance Troupe (NJ)
Rhythmology (NJ)
Ridonkulous (MA)
Static Noyze (MA)
Synergy (MA)
Team Technique (NJ)
Vibes (MA)

If you're not in NJ but want to keep up with the competition, your best bet is to follow the fr3sh tumblr: http://fr3shonline.tumblr.com/ OR our tweet searches: http://twitter.com/#search?q=mainevent http://twitter.com/#/list/pdstyle/ecdc CHECK http://www.youtube.com/maineventcompetition for official video from the competition!

RHYTHMOLOGY weekend

pdstyle — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 10:15:00 +0000

Fresh from placing 3rd at Fr3sh Dance Company's THE MAIN EVENT Dance Competition, Rhythmology gets rhythm ready this weekend starting with Pre-Audition Workshops for their JUNIOR Team starting this Friday April 17.

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=104966412875378&index=1

In addition, Rhythmology brings out their next installment of SUoGS (Step Up or Get Smoked) for the month of APRIL focusing on a 2v2 bboy crew battle with preliminaries. The big change up? $150 is the grand prize if you make it to the final two and trump your finals competition. http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=360432979845&index=1

Project D REVAMPS Company Class

pdstyle — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 10:35:56 +0000

Project D has recently released their new monthly and redesigned weekly company dance class schedule to keep dancers and prospective class takers with tabs on Project D Dance Company teachers. Starting with APRIL, the flyers feature a slim minimalist graphic design over a bold color for the month in addition to photos of the choreographers featured in that month/week. Since their occasional hiatus from teaching classes, the company is hoping this new campaign will keep their classes consistent by keeping dancers informed of their classes. Their new monthly flyer displays the month of APRIL 2010 in a linear format with ICONS displaying the type of class presented on that day:

A crown graphic represents master class level for that specific day. (usually Tuesday's classes with Steve Armendi and/or Jeff Laconico)
A LINE BOX icon represents beginner/intermediate class level for that day. (usually Thursday classes with John Baluyut and/or newly added Golda Gozum)
A BLACKED OUT BOX represents OPEN LEVEL Class for that day (usually saturdays)

Also Saturdays (and special workshop days) will trace back to a picture of the choreographer being pictured on that day. Hopefully, the new redesign will easily keep dancers informed of PD's schedule of classes. *A good rule of thumb: if you don't see an icon above that day, then there's probably no class that day. P.S. Marwin Lustre's Wednesday class is on hiatus for now until the end of the month. And Tuesday's master class with steve and/or jeff will be out of hiatus starting this APRIL 27th.

botson: STATIC NOYZE 2010 AUDITIONS

pdstyle — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 13:35:30 +0000

Boston's Static Noyze, who recently earned 2nd place at FR3SH's MAIN EVENT, and also was featured on Season 5 of MTV's America's Best Dance Crew , will be having their auditions this SUNDAY, APRIL 18, 2010 for the new team. With their newly found fame from ABDC exposure and momentum gained from last weekend's 2nd place victory, this years auditions with Static Noyze should be very anticipated for the Boston Dance Community. COME EARLY JUST IN CASE!

Kaba Tableslips Rough Draft 6

kestrell — Sun, 18 Apr 2010 17:31:28 +0000

Rhode Island: Dexter's Lab + Kaba Modern

kestrell — Sun, 18 Apr 2010 17:32:12 +0000

EDIT: This is happening AFTER the Static Noyze Auditions. You could potentially audition and take the workshop after!
Tonight, at 6:00 PM, imPulse Dance Company is hosting two workshops in TF Green 205 @ Brown University in Providence, RI. The classes feature Harrison Songolo, a member of local crew Dexter's Lab, and Shawn Duong, one of the current co-directors of Kaba Modern. Check the flyer below for details, or hit up the Facebook Event.

Boston: Rocko Luciano, Kyle Hanagami, Brandon Dumlao

kestrell — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 02:08:59 +0000

Fusion Hip Hop Dance Troupe @ Boston University is holding its final workshop of the year, and it's gonna be major. Rocko Luciano (Boxcuttuhz, Neverland), Kyle Hanagami (The Lost Kids, Neverland) and Brandon Dumlao (SYTYCD, The Lost Kids, Neverland) are coming to teach this Saturday, April 24, at the SAC Dance Studio at Boston University.
Check the Facebook Event for more info, or the poster below. BU is finishing up the school year strong!

April 30, Brooklyn: Chicken and Beer IV

kestrell — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 03:35:54 +0000

Yes, this event has FREE ALL YOU CAN EAT CHICKEN AND ALL YOU CAN DRINK BEER (21+).
But also, the New York Alliance and Elroy Jenkins are putting on their fourth annual competition on Friday, April 30 with 2v2 B-Boy & 2v2 House Battles - with $500 Cash Prizes for Each Competiton. Only 32 teams will be allowed to pre-register so sign up NOW! Tickets are $15 presale, $25 @ the door at the Brooklyn Lyceum in Brooklyn, NY. Check more info here or on the poster below:

PRELUDE NEW ENGLAND: May 1, Lynn MA

kestrell — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 03:57:32 +0000

History is being made on Saturday, May 1: The Prelude Urban Dance Competition Series touches down in Lynn, Massachusetts for the first annual Prelude New England Urban Dance Competition. Hosted by Phunk Phenomenon and MCed by James Alsop (SYTYCD Season 2, Lady Gaga, Beyonce), Prelude New England is showcasing some of the local talent in the New England Area, with some guests from outside the region. Check the website and picture below for details and the lineup:

What: Prelude New England 2010 When: Saturday, May 1, 6:00 PM Where: Lynn Memorial Auditorium, Lynn MA
Competition Lineup: 8 Count (Worcester, MA) NIA Dance Troupe (Boston, MA) Three Slap Bracelets (Boston, MA) Narcoleptics (Boston, MA) Unyted Styles Crew (Boston, MA) Cambridge Youth Dance (Cambridge, MA) PROject Nails (Cambridge, MA) The Family (Montréal, Canada) Dysfunktional Solez (Bronx, NY) Colossal Connekcion (Milwaukee, WI) Legacy (Boston, MA) Wrush (Boston, MA)
Exhibition Lineup: Draztik Crew - ABDC Season 5 Side Project Phunk Phenomenon Lil' Phunk - Boston Celtics Jr Dance Crew

BU Fusion Senior Workshops: May 2, Providence RI

kestrell — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 04:05:39 +0000

Boston University's Fusion Hip Hop Dance Troupe is sending its members from the Class of 2010 - Andre de la Cruz, Matt Kim, Ryan Metauro, Monique Bellefleur, Jeff Fraser, and Eunji Hong - to teach three collabo workshops at Brown University in Providence RI this Sunday, May 2 at 6:00 PM. As always, the workshops will be held in TF Green Hall, Room 205 - and they will be FREE. Check the Facebook Event for more details and the schedule + video below:
REGISTRATION | 5:30 PM, TF GREEN ROOM 205 LOBBY (Second Floor) WARMUP | 6:00 PM Andre de la Cruz and Matt Kim | 6:15 PM Monique Bellefleur and Ryan Metauro | 7:15 PM Jeff Fraser and Eunji Hong | 8:15 PM
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5oV72DDu4s]

2010 with Rhythmology Juniors

pdstyle — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 18:07:09 +0000

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sDgSbxXevZY] Today marks day ONE of the 2-day process for RHYTHMOLOGY's Junior auditions from 6-9PM at Creative Image Studios in Bergenfield, NJ. Dancers ages 13-17 can audition and must attend both audition days to be eligible for the team. Day ONE presents the auditionees with the actual audition pieces to be learned, so you probably won't want to miss this day if you're planning to audition! DAY 2 (MAY 7th, or the Make UP DAY--MAY 8 ) is the showing. More INFO found at the facebook event page. http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=104966412875378&index=1

BRIAN PUSPOS in NYC today

pdstyle — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 18:18:22 +0000

Brian Puspos, member of Soreal Cru from Season 2 of MTV's America's Best Dance Crew, will be in New York City today teaching a class at PEARL STUDIOS on 500 8th Avenue, 12th Floor--Room 1212. If you've missed him at last year's Main Event Workshops, or this past Elements X workshops, then here's another chance for you! Class is only $15 for an hour workshop according to the facebook event page with registration at 6:45 PM and class starting at 7:00 PM sharp! http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=116748341679037&ref=mf

His Bio:

Born and raised in Houston, Texas, Brian Puspos' dancing career began taking shape when he became a part of the UH FSA to represent UH in the modern dance portion of the Texas Goodphil competition. Since then, his credentials have grown nonstop. After taking three 1st place titles with the FSA (2 as a choreographer), he became one of the choreographers for SoReal Cru. In 2008, SoReal took the 1st place crown (and Crowd Favorite award) at the World of Dance competition in Pomona, CA. Later on that same year, SoReal Cru got 2nd place on the popular MTV show "America's Best Dance Crew" Season 2. Originally a Hip Hop Choreography Instructor at Marvelous Motion, Revolutions PAC and Planet Funk Studios, Brian has since then been featured in different workshops, such as Male On Sunday 2, Urban Legends 2008, and BoogieZone. He has also carried master classes in Stylez Studio, Hype Studios, Jayvee Dance Center,Nix PAC in Hawaii, and recently toured All over different countries teaching such as Norway, Denmark, Germany, Switzerland, Mexico, and Canada . Over the years Brian has created and claimed his own original dance style and still evolving his craft. He is still on a mission to keep growing as a dancer and to teach everyone who is passionate in dance.

FOTM with STORM LEWIS

pdstyle — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 18:35:33 +0000

Project D Dance Company's FIRST OF THE MONTH series kicks off PD's MONTH of MAY classes with this month's issue featuring special guest STORM LEWIS of E.P.I.C. Motion from NYC. Storm is quite known for his positivity and philanthropy in the tri-state dance community and also has established Dancers with Heart (DWH) --a non-profit organization focused on bringing dancers together as well as giving back to the community and charities. His class will be held from 2-3PM this SATURDAY, MAY 1st at STEP by STEP DANCESPORT in Bergenfield, NJ. More info can be found at the facebook event page: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=116659751695135&index=1 And if you miss this month's special community class, then just remember that EVERY FIRST OF THE MONTH, Project D's Company class features a local community dancer for you to get to know! Also, be on the look out for the new Project D MONTH of MAY class and week calendar! You can print them out (the monthly calendars) on 11x17s or TWO 8.5x11s and hang them up in your room! ENJOY this collabo vid featuring Storm's latest collabo class taught with Steven Armendi of Project D. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JxBSsmGkezc]

FUNK ACADEMY

pdstyle — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 18:46:55 +0000

Capital Funk presents its 3rd Annual Showcase entitled, "Funk Academy" for its DMV area. The show will take place on Saturday, May 1, 2010 at The GW Lisner Auditorium in Washington, DC. For every ticket sold, Capital Funk will give a portion of the proceeds to DC Dance Collective (DCDC), which has supported Capital Funk and the dance community of the Washington DC area. So what's so different about this show from your typical dance competition? Well, for one, its NOT a COMPETITION...it's a showcase! Funk Academy features a variety of performers such as:

Hip Hop Dance groups

Capital Funk (GWU);
Culture Shock DC;
Kickrocks Crew (DC);
The Kids (DC);
Major Definition (UMBC);
DyNaMiC Dance Team (UMD)

Spoken Word Artists

Elizabeth Acevedo (GWU);
Nana Ofori-Tawia Adu-Krow (GWU)

MCs/DJs

Subwoofer Science (DC);
Daniel J. Cohn (DC) & DJ Ben Arsenal (Philly)

Beatboxers

Matt Wilson (GWU)

Singers

Ryan Thornton (GWU)

If that's not enough incentive for you to go and watch the show, this year's MAIN EVENT 1st place winners -- Capital FUNK -- will be performing TWO sets for the show: one for the opener, and one for the finale! More info at the facebook event: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=289795251079&index=1

Prelude New England 2010 Winners

kestrell — Sun, 02 May 2010 05:39:37 +0000

Congrats to this year's winners of the first annual Prelude New England Urban Dance Competiton:

1st Place: NIA Dance Troupe (Boston, Mass.)

2nd Place: Thee Slap Bracelets (Boston, Mass.)

3rd Place: The Family (Montreal, Canada)

Vids (hopefully) will be online soon! UPDATE - Videos are slowly creeping up on Youtube

SUMMER AUDITION 2010

pdstyle — Tue, 04 May 2010 09:10:30 +0000

FACEBOOK EVENT for PROJECT D SUMMER 2010 AUDITIONS! CLICK (updated 5/10/2010)

AUDITION RECAP VID (coming soon on JUNE 2nd)

AUDITION BREAKDOWN:

Auditions will happen in three stages this year. IT IS HIGHLY REQUIRED for all AUDITIONEES to attend the JUNE 1ST PreAudition Workshop on TUESDAY to learn the pieces to perform on JUNE 8TH-AUDITION DAY at 4PM. Everyone will have a week after JUNE 1ST (7DAYS!) to clean the audition pieces and present them on JUNE 8TH in STAGE 2 and/or STAGE 1.

FIRST STAGE

(MANDATORY FOR ALL PAST AND CURRENT MEMBERS. Optional for NEW INCOMING members)

Auditionees entering this stage will have to group in mini teams of two or three and present the choreography with formations and transitions. Mini teams will be grouped amongst the AUDITIONEES themselves and will meet on their own time to rehearse before presenting on JUNE 8TH for STAGE 1. The mini teams will also have to provide choreography for the 4th mystery song of the master mix (look below for the master mix link). Themes and costumes are not mandatory but are HIGHLY encouraged!

SECOND STAGE.

(ALL AUDITIONEES -- new, current, and past returning -- are required to participate in this stage).

AUDITIONEES will be called into random groups by number and will perform all the audition pieces taught from the JUNE 1ST PRE AUDITION workshop. This number will be randomly assigned to you when you sign up on AUDITION DAY.

THIRD STAGE.

(OPTIONAL FOR ALL)

The third stage is an open cyper / all styles freestyle session. This is open to EVERYONE - auditionees, non auditionees, etc. *NOTE - Auditionees who DO participate in the third stage will BE judged on their freestyle.

the AUDITION MIX! (coming soon)

THE AUDITION PAPERS FOR SUMMER 2010! (updated 5/10/2010)

(pdf file. click to download!)

EVERYONE (auditionees, family and friends) IS INVITED TO ATTEND the AUDITION VIEWING on JUNE 8TH! COME OUT AND SUPPORT our DANCE COMMUNITY! THE MAP to STEP BY STEP CLICK IT for directions! -------------- QUESTIONS? EMAIL US AT ProjectD.nj@gmail.com

YOU NEED TO KNOW

THERE ARE A COUPLE OF THINGS THAT NEED TO BE STATED ABOUT AUDITIONS AND PREAUDITIONS: 1. UNDER 18? YOU NEED A WAIVER FORM TO AUDITION!!! IT NEEDS TO BE SIGNED BY YOUR PARENT OR GUARDIAN!!! EMAIL US FOR IT! (Its also in the AUDITION FORM!) 2. 18 OR OVER? YOU NEED A PHOTO ID WITH YOUR DATE OF BIRTH ON IT!!! 3. IT'S $5 ON BOTH PREAUDS AND ON AUDITIONS!!! MAKING FOR A GRAND TOTAL OF 10 DOLLARS!!! 4. ARE YOU WATCHING THE AUDITIONS ON JUNE 8TH? WEEELLL....Y'ALL GOTTA PAY TOO! $2 DOLLARS! we're sorry for the inconvenience. Step by Step is a small place. If you're gonna be watching, you'll be taking up space. 5. IF YOU ARE AUDITIONING FOR PROJECT D, YOU HAVE TO GO TO BOTH THE PREAUDITIONS AND THE AUDITIONS! WE WILL BE TAKING THE NAMES AND CONTACT INFO OF ALL WHO ARE AUDITIONING FOR PROJECT D. IF YOU COME TO AUDITIONS AND YOUR NAME IS NOT ON THE MANIFEST, YOU ARE NOT TRYING OUT. --------------

"DON'T GET IT TWISTED!"

For NEW people auditioning to PROJECT D: YOU ARE ONLY REQUIRED to DO Stage 2 - Individual Rounds. Stage 1 - Team rounds are OPTIONAL. Stage 3 - Freestyle ROUND is OPTIONAL. MEANING you can do it IF YOU DECIDE TO DO IT and it will only benefit you by giving you more opportunities to show us what you got! FOR RETURNEES and OLDIES re auditioning to PROJECT D: YOU ARE REQUIRED to DO BOTH Stage 1 - Team rounds, and STAGE 2 - individual rounds. STAGE 3 - OPTIONAL Freestyle BUT IS HIGHLY ENCOURAGED. STAGE 3 - Freestyle SESSION, is actually OPEN TO ALL, auditionees, observers, other team members. IF you want to throw down, YOU ALL ARE MORE THAN WELCOME TO. HOWEVER IF YOU ARE AUDITIONING, then STAGE 3 WILL ALSO COUNT for AUDITIONING CRITERIA towards the final decision. --------------

F.A.Q.s

Is there an age ratio for joining? NOPE. ALL Ages welcome. If I do the freestyle, do I pick the song or something? NOPE. The DJ will spin music for everyone to session. YOU COULD Request a song, and see if they have it or they'll play it. **Might want to bring your favorite jam to the booth, and see if they'll play it during freestyle session. SO if i get high enough points do I become a TRAINEE? Not exactly. The point system is just a background. The judging is both quantitative and subjective. You become trainee if you pass our auditions and show us on JUNE 8TH that you can handle what we throw at you on JUNE 1ST. IF I missed PRE AUDITION workshops, can I still audition? YES, if you can find someone to teach the pieces correctly to you and show us on JUNE 8TH. But you also need to be on the MANIFEST list for this to work. Contact a coordinator or projectd.nj@gmail.com about that info. "BUT What if I CAN'T MAKE the PRE-AUDITION DAY and I really want to AUDITION?" Then shoot us an EMAIL at ProjectD.nj@gmail.com with your NAME, CELL, EMAIL addy, reason for missing preAUDITIONS, and "I REALLY WANT TO AUDITION" as the subject line. If we get it on time, your name should be on the manifest list for JUNE 8TH. CAN I Record VIDEO? YEA YOU SURE CAN! With three audition pieces taught? Of course you're gonna need something to help you remember. OR If you're there on JUNE 8TH to watch, sure you can take home something cool on your cam. HOWEVER, if you do post these up ONLINE, please give credit where credit is due and provide a link to the http://pdstyle.wordpress.com site in the INFO of the vid (if youtube) and tag it pdstyle and or projectd. DO I REALLY GOTTA PAY $2 just to watch (ON JUNE 8TH)? YES. each person watching is a body taking up space plus accounting for the number of bodies who ARE auditioning -- thus $2 will be a fee to relieve us of the space capacity issue.

NEW MAY 2010 PD CLASS CALENDAR!

pdstyle — Tue, 04 May 2010 15:30:33 +0000

This month's Project D Company Class Calendar of MAY 2010 features a trio-collabo popping class of John Almiranez x Lexine Deluca x Marwin Lustre on Saturday, May 08; Richard Blackwood on Saturday, May 15; and an advanced collabo class with John Baluyut x Golda Gozum on Saturday, May 22, all from 2-3PM. Special events to note were First Of The Month company class that featured E.P.I.C. Motion's Storm Lewis and a place marker for World of Dance, NYC this May 29th, 2010. In addition, Thursday Beginning-Intermediate classes with John Baluyut and/or Golda Gozum are always in session, as well as Tuesday Master Classes with Steven Armendi and/or Jeff Laconico. ***Special note: This Tuesday's MASTER CLASS on May 4th will be a VERY SPECIAL Master Class with Jeff Laconico and a very special guest from our dance community! SO DON'T MISS IT!

PROJECT D DANCE COMPANY SUMMER 2010 AUDITIONS

pdstyle — Tue, 04 May 2010 17:28:20 +0000

Click on the image for the facebook link or read more about it in the summer 2010 auditions link ABOVE in the links bar. IF you MISSED it last year, then you missed out on an AWESOME AUDITION SHOW. Audition highlights video should be up soon to fill you in on what you missed! P.S. EVERYONE, and I mean EVERYONE, is welcome to WATCH the AUDITIONEES perform their mini sets on JUNE 8th! Come out and see what all the hype is about!

LYLE BENIGA at Broadway Dance Center

pdstyle — Thu, 06 May 2010 16:14:51 +0000

Anyone who usually takes Luam's 9:00PM - 10:30PM Intermediate-Advanced Hip Hop class at Broadway Dance Center in New York City might be a bit disappointed tonight that you won't be learning from Luam herself, but a sub. LUCKILY, this special choreographer subbing for Luam is none other than Washington D.C. native and D/M/V area hero, Lyle Beniga! Lyle gained dancer notoriety for his choreography to WALE's NIKE BOOTS, which has gained almost 680,000 hits on YouTube as of today.

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s0jNK5tpMJ0] And yes, that is none other than the Sh*t Kingz in that group!

Today, Lyle is part of a joint venture group entitled, movement lifestyle, which spotlights and showcases very talented dancers and choreographers, such as Shaun Evaristo, Keone Madrid, Mariel Martin, and more to an ever growing audience. In addition, Lyle has also been working in tandem with Shaun Evaristo for gigs with Korean Pop Star: Taeyang. THIS will be Lyle Beniga's first ever class taught in New York City! COME OUT AND WELCOME HIM! Lyle WILL BE subbing for Luam at Broadway Dance Center for her 9:00PM - 10:30PM slot. Don't believe the hype? Then check TODAY's official BDC schedule here: http://broadwaydancecenter.com/schedule/5_6.shtml And its on his twitter too: http://twitter.com/lylebeniga ENJOY today, and stay hungry EC! UPDATE - We found footage of his class at BDC. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BkMDJDyKVdo]

NYC Dance DELIGHT!

pdstyle — Wed, 12 May 2010 16:01:25 +0000

If you've EVER heard of Dance Delight before, then you've probably seen some awesome youtube clips of it online, featuring some crazy and talented dancers. For everyone else new to this show, Dance Delight is an 2 to 4 man all styles routine competition popularized in JAPAN!

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eQzayIcaEeE] Hilty & Bosch @ Japan Dance Delight, vol. 14

From its humble beginnings, the competition has focused on Japan's local budding dance talent, with guest appearances from Hip Hop legend groups such as Rock Steady Crew, Electric Boogaloos, and even Elite Force. The competition has popularized groups such as Hilty & Bosch (Lockers from Osaka, Japan and winners of Japan Dance Delight 11), and Mortal Combat (BBoy crew also popularized from Battle of the Year 2004). Today its preliminaries span into Paris (France), Seoul (Korea), and Singapore (Thailand). Now, thanks to Elite Force Crew, Dance Delight comes to New York City (U.S.A.)! NYC DANCE DELIGHT calls out all 2 to 4 man dance groups in the area! BEST Routine wins $1000 CASH Prize plus a trip to JAPAN to compete in the finals for a $3000 grand prize. JUDGES include:

ROBIN DUNN
RHAPSODY
KWIKSTEP
ANT BOOGIE

Plus a SPECIAL PERFORMANCE BY "LA ROKA"

Ready to step into the ring against NYC's best? Click the Facebook event link below: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=111325985558317&ref=mf

NYC's dance delight 2010 will be held at St Mark's Church on 131 East 10th St. NY, NY from 3PM til 10PM, on SUNDAY, MAY 30th, 2010.

FR3SH JRs. Summer Workshop Series

pdstyle — Mon, 17 May 2010 17:35:09 +0000

Joseph Ancheta, Katrina Endozo, and Jason Lai are only 3 of the MANY talented up and coming dancers hailing from NJ that are under 21! The flyer suggests that there will probably be another follow up workshop later in the summer showcasing other talented youths from around NJ. And if you're still "iffy" about taking class from these youngsters, then here's a collabo with Katrina and Jason that might change your perspective on our young dancers: [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AMgmkq95aU4]

the OPPORTUNITY workshop, vol 9 - NJ

pdstyle — Mon, 17 May 2010 18:00:23 +0000

From the myspace:

"The Opportunity Workshop is a chance to give other dancers to express themselves. To teach, to show their own style and to experience a workshop with other well known choreographers. The Opportunity Workshop gives a chance and help to bring those up and coming dancers make a name for themselves. We also bring well known dancers that always wanted to collaborate together finally have a chance to teach together for the first time or reunite. The Workshop travels the bay area giving everyone the chance to come to the workshop and support the cause."

Since then, the opportunity workshop has traveled up and down the west coast, and has finally made it to the EAST COAST, in New Jersey! Founded by Ian Halili of the Funkbrella family and directed by Valerie Reganit of Boogiezone (Jayvee-Alhambra) and Main Ingredient, the workshop has gained much momentum and success since its first workshop last year on March 14, 2009. Vol. 9 featured at Rhythmolgy's Creative Image studio in Bergenfield, NJ, will feature a nice balance of East meets West choreographers on June 5th.

BZNJ: Suzette Sagisi this FRIDAY

pdstyle — Tue, 18 May 2010 16:13:52 +0000

Static Noyze's Suzette Sagisi will grace Boogiezone NJ class at Paragon Ballroom this FRIDAY, MAy 29, 2010. Don't miss it! http://www.facebook.com/#!/event.php?eid=125360184144902&ref=ts [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3VRfYs8n4Y]

WORLD OF DANCE, NYC 2010

pdstyle — Tue, 18 May 2010 16:46:13 +0000

WORLD of DANCE --deemed the ultimate dance festival -- comes back to the Big APPLE, New York City, on Saturday, MAY 29, 2010 at BROOKLYN TECH. For the Mainstream Public, big acts expected to perform are ABDC Season 5 Winners, Poreotics, plus other ABDC alumni such as Canada's BLUEPRINT CRU, Jungle Boogie, Beet Ya Feet Kings, Southern Movement, NYC's Vogue Evolution, and Boston's very own Static Noyze. However, those who are true fans of the west meets east dance community will be looking forward towards watching teams such as award winning FORMALity of San Diego, MASS Appeal (SD), Culture Shock D.C., and NJ natives FR3SH Dance Company. After last year's winners Studio ONE (Florida), Project D (NJ), and Rhythm City (NYC), placed respectively at the first ever WOD in NYC, the real show for the fans will be guessing who takes the top three spot on MAY 29. The competition line up contains a variety of returners, teams that have been established but are finally coming out of the woodwork, newcomers, and even out of staters like Xternal Technique from FL, WyldStyl from Houston (TX), The Family from Montreal (Canada), and Psyde Project from AUSTRALIA! With so much talent and competition coming to the table, this is definitely one event on the East Coast you do NOT want to miss. And if that doesn't HYPE you up enough, then check out this trailer from World of Dance 2010, Pomona: [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AUpy4WOoxmc] [polldaddy poll=3228603]

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pdstyle — Wed, 19 May 2010 07:50:02 +0000

Philadelphia: The Timeline History of Hip-Hop Dance

kestrell — Thu, 20 May 2010 02:19:02 +0000

Philadelphia's own I Am Phresh presents "The Timeline History of Hip-Hop Dance" - a show depicting the past, present, and future of hip-hop dance. The show starts at 7:00 PM on Friday, May 21 at the Jewish Community Center in Philadelphia, PA. Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the door but seats are limited! Check the poster below for details, or the Facebook event.