By Nicole Finsaas ’14
Bethel.edu
Timberwolves dancer Allie Ryan '11 (second from left) and her team in Hong Kong.
Allie Ryan ’11, a member of the Minnesota Timberwolves dance team, recently traveled to southern China to promote NBA China. A Timberwolves dancer for the second year in a row, Ryan and five others traveled in southern China for two weeks, performing dance routines at universities in Hong Kong, Guangzhou, Zhauahi, and Kunming.
“It was exciting to represent the state of Minnesota and the NBA literally halfway around the world,” says Ryan. On their days off, the group went sightseeing—visiting museums, temples, and tombs. As an international business major, Ryan has been learning about China and its economy for the last three years, and was excited to see the country firsthand. “It was certainly a once in a lifetime experience,” she says.
Ryan began at Bethel with a vocal scholarship, but when she developed vocal nodules, the condition compromised her singing. Seeking creativity in her life, Ryan began looking for different ways to express herself. “Since I no longer had music to fill that outlet, I began looking into dancing for the Timberwolves and somehow made the team,” she says.
As a student and a dancer with a demanding performance schedule, Ryan must carefully manage her calendar. When she feels exhausted, she says her zeal for dance and her belief in her calling keep her going. Ryan believes that God put her on the Timberwolves Dance Team for a reason, and she plans to use her gift for His purposes. “I’ve been able to transfer that energy and spiritual fervor into my everyday life,” she says.
Kings Vision was on hand for the 11-12 Ice Crew calendar photo shoot! Check out this profile featuring Ms. February, Michelle!
The Official Dance Team for the 2011 MLL Champions, the Boston Cannons, are pleased to announce their auditions for the 2012 Season.
Date: Saturday, February 11, 2012
Time: Registration begins promptly at 1:00pm
Audition starts at 1:45pm
Location: Pro-Fitness Plus
333 Boston Road
Billerica, MA 01821
Audition Process:
The audition process consists of technique drills (turns, high kicks, leaps) and a short jazz & hip hop combination. After learning all elements, candidates will perform both drills and the combination in pairs for a panel of judges. In addition, there will be a brief interview with each candidate during their final audition performance with the judges.
Candidates must bring the following items to auditions:
– $20 registration fee
– 5’ X 7’ photo (will not be returned)
– Complete registration form and waiver (will have waiver the day of the audition)
– Dance/performance resume (include business experience and education)
– Wear form fitting cropped/half top, fitted shorts/dance briefs, and comfortable dance/athletic shoes (tights optional). Hair should be down and hair and make-up should be performance ready.
-Water
-Hair and make-up supplies for any necessary touch-ups
Audition Requirements:
Potential candidates must be a high school graduate and at least 18 years old at the time of audition (there is no maximum age). They should possess dance/cheer experience as the routine will
consist of turns, kicks, leaps, etc. to highlight dance technique and training. The Boston Cannons are looking for a dynamic group of dancers, able to provide an exciting, high-energy combination of entertainment and crowd encouraging routines. Candidates will be judged on their technique, showmanship, enthusiasm, personality, personal appearance and fitness.
Audition Forms:
– Registration Form
– Waiver
About Us:
The Boston Cannons Dance Team is a professional, volunteer dance team that performs at all Boston Cannons home games at Harvard Stadium and any additional league games hosted in Boston, including the 2012 Championship Weekend.
The Boston Cannons Dance Team practices once a week for 2½ hours (Mondays) during the season (February – August) in Billerica, MA. The Boston Cannons Dance Team not only performs on the field at each game but also participates in on-field promotions and other game day fan activities. In addition, members of the dance team participate in various team & community service events throughout the season.
For More Information or Questions
Contact Dance Team Director/Choreographer, Ashley Wagner at danceteam@bostoncannons.com
Facebook Page: “Boston Cannons Dance Team”
Twitter: “CannonsDance”
The holidays may be over, but thanks to Reader E.C. we have still have a few photos of the Cardinals Cheerleaders in their holiday best.
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Former New Orleans Hornets Honeybee, New Orleans VooDoo Doll, and good friend of the blog, Rachel Vicknair will be on "The Amanda" starting later this month.
GET ORGANIZED THIS NEW YEAR WITH THE STYLE NETWORK’S NEW DOCU-SERIES “THE AMANDAS” ON MONDAY, JANUARY 30 AT 8PM ET/PT
Hurricane Katrina Victim and Organizational Queen Amanda LeBlanc Transforms Lives One Cluttered Room at a Time
Start the New Year out right with organization tips from Amanda LeBlanc and her team in The Style Network’s new docu-series “The Amandas,” which airs Monday, January 30 at 8:00pm ET/PT. This extreme perfectionist and organizational specialist leads a team of young and fashionable organizers to create meticulously functional living spaces with a focus on style and aesthetics. Having lost it all in Hurricane Katrina, LeBlanc knows firsthand what it means to live and thrive with less and helps her clients to let go of the past in order to create elegant, efficient and stress-free environments.
A wife, mom and entrepreneur, Amanda’s desire for perfection has turned her obsession with organization into a lucrative business and growing empire. With her mini army of “Amandas” comprised of spirited Southern women – who don’t always share Amanda’s drive or common sense – and her right-hand man, Dustin Canez, Amanda works around the clock to create structure and exquisite design. Arguments are inevitable within this outspoken group, but Amanda manages to keep the peace and push people to achieve their best with her down-to-earth sense of humor and charm. Each episode, Amanda will meet with a new client to lend her expertise, whether it’s for a blue-blood socialite looking for someone to turn her walk-in closet into a peaceful sanctuary or a single mom whose hoarding has turned her house – and life – into ruins. From garage, to nursery, to attic and even food truck, no space is off-limits for “The Amandas.”
Meet the Cast:
Amanda LeBlanc – Amanda LeBlanc is the owner of “The Amandas”- a professional organizing company whose clients range from borderline hoarders, to overwhelmed soccer moms, to wealthy socialites, to high profile CEOs and celebrities. Amanda is an OCD, detail-obsessed, organizing guru and self-proclaimed “control freak” who combines intimidating sets of neurosis with a gentile charm to effectively manage her team. In 2005, Amanda and her family lost everything to Hurricane Katrina so she is acutely aware of the difference between what one needs and what one wants. After the tragedy, she picked herself up, opened her Birmingham, Alabama-based business while continuing to serve clients in New Orleans and Atlanta.
Dustin Canez – “The Amandas” team would not function without Amanda’s right-hand man and personal assistant, Dustin. Her eyes and ears and even her snitch, Dustin keeps the other five women on track while also managing Amanda’s stress level and work schedule.
Taylor Davis – Taylor is determined, outgoing, and independent and also happens to live with Aunt Amanda! She has inherited the organizing family gene and tries to live up to her aunt’s high expectations, but at 19, her teenage behavior sometimes causes friction with her disciplined aunt.
Savannah Cernosek – Priding herself as the spunky organizer with a great sense of style, Savannah’s go-getter attitude has put her steps above the rest of the team. Sarcastic and occasionally ruthless, she has been known to give attitude but always endeavors to stay professional… especially with Amanda!
Rachel Vicknair – Drop dead gorgeous, Rachel holds the beauty pageant titles of Ms. Louisiana State and Ms. New Orleans. She is strong, outgoing and determined to become Amanda’s number two. With all the qualities of an excellent organizer combined with killer looks, will Rachel reign supreme among the other ambitious girls?
Havilah Malone – As a former corporate manager, Havilah is outspoken, passionate and tenacious, which are all qualities that Amanda holds dear. Always one to speak her mind, she won’t put up with any nonsense as she climbs to the top of Amanda’s ladder.
Alicia Lewis – This brainy beauty, with three college degrees already under her belt, isn’t afraid to think out of the box and bring new ideas to the table. She is always ready to take up any challenge with the skills she has mastered by working with Amanda. However, don’t be fooled by her sweet and quiet disposition. She can always use her clever wits and know-how to outshine the bunch!
Follow Rachel on Twitter @RachelVicknair
Venus Entertainment is holding auditions in NJ on January 14th at La Tutu Studios! Venus, provides dancers and entertainers for a variety of high-end events, operating throughout the entire NY tri-state area. They’re not only looking for professional dancers for performing choreography but party motivators, club dancers, and more!
Location:
La Tutu Studios
490 Riverview Drive
Totowa NJ
07512
Guest judges: NJ Queen Buzz and Vibrant Promotional Modeling and Marketing Agency
The audition is divided into two groups:
11:00am – Female Singers & Promotional Models/Party Motivators
(Male/Female) – Dance experience is a plus but not necessary. Looking for high energy, outgoing individuals that would like to be paid to be the life of the party/event! If you’re social, smile a lot, and can keep people on the dance floor…party motivating is for you! Interested promo models, join us for a quick 5-10 minute interview. We will go over all necessary details you would need to know to join our promo team.
1:00pm- Dancers- Looking for professional well rounded dancers with a minimum of 8 years dance experience. Be prepared to learn choreography.
For more information about Venus visit our website at www.venusentertainers.com or follow us on facebook/venusent or contact at venusentertainers@gmail.com
Questions: Contact venusentertainers@gmail.com
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The announcement was made at the Eagles-Redskins game on January 1st. SWOOP, who will also be attending the Pro Bowl, adorned her with Hawaiian leis while she was performing on the sidelines during the 1stquarter. Jen said, “I was incredibly surprised when I found out that I was the one cheerleader who was chosen out of the 38 beautiful and talented women on my team. It is such an incredible honor.”
