The Official Usher OMG Tour Workshop

Dancers of all ages gathered in the grand studio of 505 Hamilton Street May 24, 2011, to learn from choreographers that have personally worked with Usher and are currently on tour with him. These choreographers are renowned in the art of Hip Hop dance, offering inspirational words and promise for future dancers that strive to one day be in their shoes.

This workshop consisted of 4 master classes that tested the strength and endurance of dancers. The workshop opened up withÂ Marc Marvelous, followed byÂ Lyle Beniga,Â Eddie MoralesÂ and CanadianÂ Devin Jamieson. Each choreographer offered different and distinctive styles that made the workshop so unique for dancers. Rarely do we see dancers from different studios, training backgrounds, and of different disciplines gather in one room. The workshop allowed this to happen, as dancers were all motivated by ‘One Love’. Each choreographer wanted to give out the message that no matter what obstacles one may go through, you should never give up and always persevere.

Special thanks toÂ Rhythm InfluencedÂ andÂ AllMosFamousEntÂ for sponsoring such a wonderful event, and thank you to 505 Hamilton Street for hosting the venue.

About the Author: Heather Lam

Heather is one of the newest members to join the Y57 team! If she isn't busting out her swag or dancing in them stiletto heel pumps for two of Vancouver's dance crews, she is studying on the lone mountain of SFU finishing her third year as a Communications major. Heather is constantly inspired by her surroundings to reach for the stars as she strives for only the best to come. Her interests include hip hop dancing, snowboarding and basketball. Having to travel the distance thus so far in life, nothing is impossible for this upbeat and outgoing girl. FUN FACT: Heather has played the clarinet for seven years!

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