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March 19 & 20 Alexie Agdeppa Alexie Agdeppa's passion is only rivaled by her ambition and dedication when it comes
to dance. She began dancing at the age of 4 in her hometown of Rowland Heights,
CA. She grew up training at local dance studios and performing in the competition
circuit. Alexie was introduced to the entertainment industry at the early age of 6, by her
teacher and mentor Tina D'Amato Sidoni, when she performed on Star Search with
"The Hip-Hop Kids". From that point on she continued performing at competitions and
assisting Tina on conventions while at the same time auditioning, booking, and being
represented by some of the top talent agencies in Los Angeles. In the competition
world she has won several national championships and titles, in the entertainment
industry she has appeared on commercials and industrials for Cannon, Disney,
Payless, JC Penny, Nissan, Nordstroms, and Reebok; music videos for artists such as
Prince, Nelly Furtado, Charice Pempengco, Macy Gray, and the Pussycat Dolls. On
film and television some of her credits include the 64th Academy Awards
choreographed by Debbie Allen, the Emmy award nominated 84th Academy Awards
choreographed and produced by Adam Shankman, "America's Got Talent" with
creative director Brian Friedman, Kid Songs, the video series "Guidepost Junction" and
as a series regular on "The Huggabug Club", where her talents extended to acting.
She has represented the LA Lakers as a LA Laker Girl during 2003-2005 seasons and
also in 2005 Alexie added a life changing accomplishment to her resume by graduating from UCLA with a BA in World
Arts and Cultures.
Most recently Alexie made her way onto the hit Season 7 of "So You Think You Can Dance" as a Top 11 finalist, where
she was able to work with choreographers Tessandra Chavez, Wade Robson, Tyce Diorio, and Tabitha and Napoleon.
Alexie believes "life is short - pursue what makes you feel more alive and in love with life, because what the world needs
are people who are more alive". She is grateful to be able to inspire others and equally, loves being inspired. Her way of
thanking the universe for her gifts is by giving back; by performing at charity events for the countless issues close to her
heart, and teaching or choreographing, close to home, around the country and across countries. When Alexie is not
pursuing her irrepressible love for performance she is an avid traveler, a film, fashion and culinary enthusiast, and enjoys
making memories with family and friends.
Adé Chiké
"Adé Chiké a dancer from Brooklyn, NY began studying dance at the age of
eight. He studied Ballet and Modern at the Alvin Ailey School and the Harlem
School of the Arts. Adé graduated from LaGuardia High School and studied at
The Boston Conservatory & New World School of the Arts in Miami. He's had
the opportunity to train with Savion Glover and the late great Gregory Hines. He
recently competed on FOX's "So You Think You Can Dance!" where he became
the top 4th finalist in the nation. He's had the pleasure of teaching and
choreographing around the world, and has worked with choreographers such as
Wade Robson, Desmond Richardson, Dwight Rhoden, Mia Michaels, Dave
Scott and NappyTabs."
Michael Rhodes
Michael Rhodes was born in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada and has been
trained in all styles of dance at an early age. From the age of 13, he added
Hip Hop to his repitoire and from then, there was no looking back. He has
toured the world to places such as JAPAN and the CARRIBEAN, and has
danced for such artists as LADY GAGA and JANET JACKSON and NE-YO.
Faculty member and long-time Janet Jackson choreographer, Gil Duldulao,
was so impressed with 21 year old Canadian resident Mike Rhodes, that he
offered him an opportunity of a lifetime. To everyone’s disbelief, Gil explained
that his boss (none other than Janet herself) had given him the authorization
to hire him on the spot.
Mike can be seen in the films "Percy Jackson And The Olympians" as well as
Disney's "Camp Rock 2".
Mike is the owner of Drop Dance Intensive. Drop Dance Intensive is one of
Canada's newest and hottest dance workshops, working in collaboration with
some of North America's top choreographers in the music industry today
offering workshops in both Canada and the United States!
Michael wishes to continue his career as a working and professional dancer in
the industry. His dance style is very unique and his ability to pick up different choreographers styles is
amazing. Mike is truly an extraordinary performer with potential of becoming one of the most sought after
dancers in the U.S. entertainment industry.
Classes will be held at Aloha Dance Studio in Lihue
Early Bird Registration deadline is February 28, 2011 = $150.00
After February 28 (late fee) $175.00
JR 7‐12 yrs SR 13 +