Poppy St. Clare Bak
London,ON
Summary
Highly motivated dancer with several years of expertise in delivering beautiful stage performances. Talented in consistently delivering each performance with precision due to daily practice, physical capabilities, and dynamic coordination. Gifted professional with special focus in dance to enhance skillset and develop new moves and techniques.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Competitive Dancer
Dance Extreme
London, ON
09.2021 - Current
- Participated in dance competitions, rehearsals, and performances. In the 2023-2024 season, I won first place overall for Musical Theatre Solo and received the highest score for Musical Theatre Solo. Won overalls in each competition in both musical theatre and ballet.
- Provided support to fellow dancers backstage before, during, and after performances.
- Maintained detailed records of rehearsal schedules, competition results, and other important information related to the team's activities.
- Demonstrated proper stretching techniques to help prevent injuries during practices and competitions.
- Assisted younger students on proper technique while teaching them new dances.
- Analyzed feedback from judges to identify areas of improvement for future performances.
- Developed creative concepts for upcoming performances.
- Attended regular classes to maintain technical proficiency in various styles of dance.
- Worked closely with directors and choreographers to develop routine ideas that would showcase individual strengths as well as team unity.
- Performed solo routines at competitions and events.
- Learned choreography quickly and adapted to changes in choreography seamlessly by maintaining physical and mental flexibility.
- Worked closely with choreographers to perfect performance of dance moves.
- Memorized complex dance sequences and executed them with precision during live performances.
- Performed as part of a team at the 2024 Olympics in Paris, France.
Musical Theatre Club
Ecole Frere Andre
London, Ontario
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Attended rehearsals or performances as needed.
- Lead role in talent show performance.
- Gained performance skills related to acting and singing.
- Read and memorized short scripts for lines.
- Assisted in writing scripts and songs for myself and peers to perform.
- Helped organize rehearsals to ensure that all cast members were prepared for performances.
Piano Lessons
Jane Burkeman
London, ON
09.2018 - 03.2024
- Participated in lessons that included a variety of activities such as sight-reading exercises, improvisation sessions, ear training drills.
- Practiced regularly to develop technical skills and artistic expression.
- Learned on basic techniques such as fingering, pedaling, and phrasing.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance and progress.
- Demonstrated ability to read musical notation, including notes, rests, clefs, and time signatures.
- Participated in beginner vocal training enthusiastically
Education
Grade 5 (September 2024) -
Ecole Frere Andre
London, ONSkills
- Stage Performance
- Choreography
- Rehearsals and daily practice
- Effective Communication
- Physical Conditioning
Accomplishments
- Highest Score for Musical Theatre Solo, Dance Masters of Canada
- First Overall, Musical Theatre Solo, Dance Masters of Canada
- 3rd Overall, Ballet Solo, Dream to Dance
- 2nd Overall, Musical Theatre Group Dance Attack
Timeline
Musical Theatre Club
Ecole Frere Andre
09.2023 - 06.2024
Competitive Dancer
Dance Extreme
09.2021 - Current
Piano Lessons
Jane Burkeman
09.2018 - 03.2024
Grade 5 (September 2024) -
Ecole Frere Andre
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