HALIFAX #2
MC Bio
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(Erin) Kim Turnbull - "Miss Kim"
B.A. Dal. NeuroPsych., A.C.D.T.A. since 1985 Our Master of Ceremonies, better known in the Dance Community as “Miss Kim’, has been with Limelight Productions since the beginning. She has M.C.’d for dance events throughout the region and has acted as an adjudicator for several Atlantic dance competitions but she says, “Limelight always feels like being home with family”. She has studied and/or taught Ballet, Pointe, Tap, Jazz, Modern, Contemporary, Hip-Hop, Step Dance, Flamenco, Belly Dance, Character National, African, Social Dance and Country and Western dance forms with some of the most acclaimed teachers of her time. Her training began when she was three years old with Mother Mary Turnbull, leading to her professional qualification through the Canadian Dance Teachers’ Association (C.D.T.A.) in 1985 with further qualifications reached in 1991, 1995 and 2012. Throughout the decades, she has also completed numerous student and teaching level exams in the Russian and N.A.T.D. syllabi. She has held the position of Artistic Director of several multidisciplinary schools throughout her career, has been on the faculty of an dhas guest taught at dozens of competitive schools coast to coast. ‘Miss Kim’ opened her first studio in Head of St. Margaret’s Bay in September 2001 then went on to open two more studios on the South Shore, in Chester and Bridgewater as well as one in Fall River. To this day these areas continue to thrive as vital dance centres under the direction of our next generation of teachers. Drawing from her performance background in live theatre, television and film, Miss Kim has choreographed and guest performed locally with several Maritime theatre companies including Chester Playhouse and Neptune Theatre. Other credits to her name include having been acknowledged for her contribution to “The Tap Dance Dictionary”, published by MacFarland & Company, acting as Competition Coordinator for the first two C.D.T.A. Atlantic Ballet Festivals, having been a director on the Board of Dance Nova Scotia from 1996-2003 and the Atlantic Vice President of the C.D.T.A., but her most proud accomplishment she says, are her beautiful dancing daughters. |
Judges Bio
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Carla Catherwood
With three decades as a movement teacher, creator and facilitator, and 20 years building businesses as an entrepreneur Carla’s woven a unique path one step at a time. Her story starts with humble beginnings as a dance instructor in her local town that lead to become a professional dancer, teacher & choreographer travelling the seas with Celebrity Cruise Lines, teaching under Cirque Du Soleil & Reebok, making appearances in Film/Television, touring with recording artists, all while producing and creating her first series of live entertainment & cabaret shows by the early 2000’s. These very show’s are what ignited the entrepreneurial spirit and gave her the idea to create and hold a safe space for people to become more confident in their bodies and with themselves through dance, performance & affirmations. In 2010 Carla created the world’s first ever Heels Dance Syllabus and licensed it across North America by the name of Army Of Sass. In ten years, Army of Sass grew to over 40 locations across Canada and the US, home to thousands of members and a loyal following which helped sprout it into a collective 8 figure business. Evolution has always been held in her core truth and in 2020, when the world shifted, she knew it was time to release this body of work to explore new modalities and opportunities in alignment with her new direction. It was time to go deep, heal her own battle with burn out and create a clear path to teach others to build their own empires… burn out free of course! After becoming a certified life & executive coach and receiving a certificate in the foundations of the Vagus Nerve & Self Regulation, she was then led to create a unique & successful practice that takes both the concept of self regulation & executive coaching to not only help people reckon with where they are, but create the vision, boundaries, accountability and steps necessary to build a successful personal & professional life that can be harmonious and self regulated. She now helps entrepreneurs looking to organize & scale not only their businesses but their lives by creating a strategic simplified approach to running your business and life like a CEO. I help my clients & community transform chaos in their business and personal lives into clarity & alignment through the power of coaching, self regulation work, and consistent accountability. Currently I am living in Toronto, Canada with my family, facilitating 1 x 1 client work, online group coaching, executive work with corporations and organizations and yes, still teaching movement simply for the love of it! |
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Natalie Chung
Natalie Chung is a passionate dance educator, choreographer, and performer based in Toronto. With over a decade of experience, her journey in dance began at the Denise Lester Dance Academy, where she trained in various genres. Natalie holds an Honours degree from York University’s School of Art, Media, Performance, and Design. In the Choreographic and Performance stream of their BFA Dance program, she honed her skills in both modern and ballet styles. During her intensive training, Natalie had the privilege of learning from ballet experts and modern dance pioneers, including Tracy Norman, Susan Lee, Helen Jones, Candice Helm, Julia Sasso, Carol Anderson, Holly Small, and John Ottmann. Notably, Natalie was a featured dancer in TEDxTalks YorkU, showcasing her artistry and commitment to the craft. Her passion extends beyond borders, as she has danced for artists from around the world, including Foxx Williams, Syed Saad-ul-Hassan, Fridaee, Neena Rose, Justine Vee, and Francesco Yates. Under the mentorship of Keala Faloon, and her company Sensual Heeling, Natalie has had the opportunity to perform on multiple occasions in venues across Montreal and Toronto. As a certified member of the B.A.T.D. (British Association of Teachers of Dancing) and Acrobatic Arts, Natalie brings a wealth of knowledge and creativity to her teaching. Her dedication to dance education is further evident through her ongoing commitment to education, recently receiving her Bachelors of Education from Trent University. Natalie cherishes moments with her students, acknowledging the opportunity to inspire them to be the best versions of themselves and fostering their shared love of dance. Natalie has had the opportunity to choreograph for the Raptors 905 Halftime show, striving to provide elevated experiences for her students. Natalie is always looking to grow, learn from others in the industry and diversify her experiences. Her vibrant energy and expertise make her a sought-after instructor, inspiring students to explore movement, express themselves, and embrace the joy of dance! |