Fulltime 2012

Andrew Nerona
Boys Only Tap

Dancing since the age of six in the style of ballet, tap, jazz and R.A.D ballet at the Janice Breen Performing Arts Studio in Coogee and for only five years was self taught hip hop.

Before coming to Urban Dance Centre he was seen on carols in the domain on channel 7, season 1 of the ABC series DanceAcademy as a dance extra as well as doing performances in L.A at Universal Studios andDisneyLand.

Andrew then did a Fulltime course at Urban Dance Centre in 2011, graduating with a Certificate IV in performing arts in the styles of ballet, tap, jazz, Hip-Hop, contemporary, lyrical, JFH, break dancing, acrobatics, singing and acting. He studied under renowned teachers such as Juliette Verne, Douglas Blakie, Julie Williamson, Veronica Beattie, Jason Winters, Kym Parrish, Laurence Stark, Rosa Agius, Michael ‘Sisqo’ Fransisqo, Steven Gow, Paul Saliba and Tiana Joubert. 

Even while doing fulltime he was already featured in music videos for Hermitude and AFS and also doing promotion gigs for Ubisoft for the video games Just Dance 3, The Black Eyed Peas Experience and ABBA. 

Andrew  is currently teaching boys only tap.

Erwin Fenis
Youth Hip Hop

Erwin has over 10 years of experience in the field of performing arts (commercial and theatre). He started his dance career in Darwin NT where he quickly became one of the most sought after and highly regarded performer and choreographer around. He moved to Sydney in 2008 and has continued to have great success in the industry.
He has a background in martial arts which includes kick boxing and Capoeira. He is experienced in popping, locking and krump and specialises in Hip Hop and B-boying.

Erwin’s experiences and accomplishments:
Founding member of “Style Impressions Krew”, Darwin’s first ever hip hop/break dance crew (crew winners of the “Stamping Ground Break Battle 2003, Bellingen and Best Showcase in the “Australia Day Battle 2003?, Lismore).
Youth Dance Animateur, Choreographer and Core performer in several dance theatre productions for “Track Dance Company”.
State finalist for the “Planet Dance National Competition 2008?.
Created and performed original choreographic works in AusDance’s “I-Moves” 2005, 2006 and 2008.
Australian Hip Hop Championship 1st Runner Up (J-Town crew).
Back up dancer for The Presets – 2008 Aria Awards.
Numerous appearances on stage and TV with “Urban Dance Project”, including “Mornings with Kerri Ann”, “Looze Control Hip Hop Competition”, “Carnival” and “Industry”.
Worked with various performance companies including “Stalker Theatre Company” and “Branch Nebula”
Trained and performed with some of the best choreographers and dancers from interstate and overseas in numerous events and festivals.

Subjects
 Hip Hop, Jazz, Musical Theatre, Breakdance, Singing, Contemporary, JFH

Main Teachers
 Juliette JET Verne, Jason Winters, Adam Williams, Jack Chambers, Sisqo, Stephen Gow, Kym Parrish

Date
Monday 16^th –Wednesday 18^th January 2012

Time
9:00am- 5:00pm each day
‘Performing with the Stars’ showcase for family and friends on Wednesday 18th Jan 4:00pm- 5:00pm

Price
$300 for three days
Register and Pay Online 

Venue
Urban Dance Centre
39 Greek Street
Glebe NSW 2037
5 minute walk from Central Train Station and behind Broadway Shopping Centre

Contact
For more information contact Lana Weedon on +61 2 9571 7099 or register online via our web site www.urbandance.com.au

UDC Winter Bootcamp FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions)

What do I wear for each class?

For Hip Hop, Break and JFH wear something comfortable plus runners.  For jazz, lyrical and musical theatre its best to wear tight fitting dance pants, tights or shorts and a t-shirt or singlet-remember the teachers want to see the lines you are creating.

For singing wear something comfortable you are happy to sit or stand in.

What are the levels?

The classes have been arranged in age groups so you just need to register according to your age.
Level 1: 7-10years | Level 2: 11- 14years | Level 3: 14- 17years

Can I bring food to eat?

Yes, you’ll need to bring your lunch with you plus snacks (energy snacks are the best) for the morning and afternoon breaks. We are close to Broadway Shopping Centre but students are only able to go out of the building if their parents have signed the Lunch Release Form. There is a kitchen with a microwave, toaster, kettle and fridge that you can use. 

Are there boys and girls changing rooms?

Yes, we have separate girls and boys changing room plus a green room where you can relax during the breaks.

What else can I bring?

Plenty of water to drink- you’ll get really thirsty, there is also a vending machine in the green room that you can use (bring some change). You might also like to have spare hair elastics if you have long hair. Don’t bring any valuables-its best to leave them at home. If you need to bring your mobile phone with you remember to turn it off whilst in the studio.

Does it matter that I haven’t learnt all these styles of dance before?

Not at all, just come along willing to learn and you’ll have a great time. The teachers will show you so don’t worry J

Is there anything else I should know?

Please be respectful of all the teachers and other students by behaving yourself in class and staying focused you will have a fabulous inspiring experience. Listen to your teachers and enjoy all the classes. There will be staff around during the breaks so you’ll always be supervised

Who do I contact?

Lana Weedon – Bookings and Enquiries – 02 9571 7099

Disclaimer: Dance classes can involve risk of physical injury. While Urban Dance Centre takes all responsible care in the conduct of its classes, rehearsals and workshops, it accepts no responsibility of injury or loss caused during classes or whilst participants are at or near Urban Dance Centre. You are responsible for ensuring that you are physically and medically fit for the class and during the class you must at all times take care of your own personal safety and belongings. Urban dance Centre reserves the right to combine levels should numbers dictate.

Tia Jordan
Musical Theatre

Tia Jordan is a second generation performer. Since her first role as Felix the Cat in her
parent’s pantomime, Tia has gone on to appear in every arena of entertainment from the
silver screen to Sydney’s elite jazz venue The Basement. Her stage credits include Go-
To-Hell Kitty in Chicago the Musical, Lulu in the late Richard Wherret’s Cabaret, Teresita
in West Side Story, for which she was also Assistant Choreographer, My Fair Lady, the
Sydney media launch of Crazy For You, IMG’s Cinderella, and Aladdin, Sesame Street
Live, Rasputin the Musical and a Royal Gala Performance.
She appeared in feature film Bootmen and on TV in All Saints, Roy & HG’s Club
Buggery, The Norman Gunston Show, Hey Hey It’s Saturday, The Logies, In Melbourne
Tonight, and The Midday Show for which she has acted as choreographer on many
occasions.
Tia’s choreography can be seen in TV commercials, music videos and corporate events
in Australia and overseas. Her client list includes Justine Clarke, Delta Goodrem,
Danielle Spencer-Crowe, Toni Pearon, Deni Hines, Halls Vapourdrops USA, Coca Cola
Japan, The Australian Youth Media Awards, IBM, and various SONY BMG artists.
Tia’s writing and direction has helped create some of Australia’s elite export talent,
resulting in major accolades such as the MO Award and ACE Award Entertainer of the
Year.
She is a regular guest adjudicator at many Australian performing arts competitions and
she was enrolled as key speaker by Dance Australia Magazine at the Dance Expo 2005
Audition Forum. She served on the Australian Dancers Council in the late nineties and
her teaching credits include University of Western Sydney, Brent St, Dynamite, Sydney
Dance Company, NIDA, McDonald College, ED5, and educational institutions
throughout Australia and New Zealand.
Tia founded Groovetown Performing Arts School and co-founded Oz Showbiz Cares/
Equity Fights AIDS, an entertainment industry charity which has raised over $600,000 in
funds for people living with AIDS/HIV.

Say G’day !

This Australia Day, 17 people from across the globe will become the nation’s newest citizens.

We thought, what better way to welcome these newly-minted Aussies than with DANCE, and a bit of Farnsy (John Farnham, that is).

Together with the Australia Day council of NSW, and YOU, we’ll stage a ‘flashmob’ in Hyde Park, Sydney.

Here’s how to get involved:

Step 1: Watch the video and learn the steps along with Jet, and the Urban Dance crew – it’s easy!

Australia Day FlashMob 2012 – Choreography from Urban Dance on Vimeo.

Step 2: If you can, join us for one of our rehearsals

Sunday 22nd January
12 noon – 1pm
Urban Dance Centre 39 Greek St Glebe

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Wednesday 25th January
6.30pm – 7pm
Hyde Park North - in front of the Main Stage near the Archibald Fountain

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Step 3: Gather at 2.00pm on Australia Day, 26 January 2012, in front of the Main Stage in Hyde Park, Sydney.

Step 4: After we all stand up for the national anthem, listen out for Farnsy’s “You’re the Voice”

Step 5: …then DANCE.

Invite your friends to join us, and together let’s make this an Australia Day to remember.

For info on all the Australia Day activities checkout: www.australiaday.com.au

Any questions? Use this form to email us:

Jessie Karam

Jessie Karam
Youth Ballet

Jessie Karam started ballet and jazz at the age of three. Studying Cecchetti ballet at Ecole de Danse, in her hometown Kurrajong, Jessie received honors in her first major exam and was a featured performer at the Cecchetti Ballet Conference in 2009. Jessie also performed in studio productions such as the Wizard of Oz as Dorothy and The Nutcracker as Clara.

Jessie was accepted into Urban Dance Centre for the full-time Performing Arts course in 2011. She trained in jazz, ballet, tap, singing, acting, Musical Theatre, JFH, hip hop, contemporary, lyrical and acro by renowned choreographers and teachers such as Juliette Verne, Veronica Beattie, Julie Williamson, Douglas Blaikie, Kym Parrish, Jason Winters, Paul Saliba, Rosa Aguis, Tiana Joubert, Michael ‘Sisqo’ Francisco and Lawrence Stark.

After successfully graduating from UDC, Jessie went on to perform as a J-Foxx dancer for Coachman, perform in a number of gigs and is currently teaching youth classes at Urban Dance Centre.