If JazzCATS were collectively running the world, how would the world be different?
I know if we were collectively running the world, we would change it to be more inclusive. We see so much negative news because people are stigmatized for being different, but diversity and inclusivity are what allows us to thrive. Everyone in Jazzcats is unique in their own way but I love that we are still one family.
Read MoreWhy has it been worth all of the energy you’ve put into it and the sacrifices you’ve made?
It is such a rewarding feeling in the end. You look back on the last few years and you say to yourself “I cannot believe I have come this far.” I don’t mean this solely in the sense of dance ability; I feel I have learned so much about myself as a person and grew throughout my time at CS. Plus, I have made friends that I know will be with me for the rest of my life.
Read MoreWhat companies/classes are you currently in?
I am currently both a Jazzcat and a Tapcat
When did you start at Center Stage?
I started Center Stage when I was three years old.
Read MoreWhat companies/classes are you currently in? I am a part of Tap Cats and Jazz Cats. I am also a part of George’s Hoofers Club. Do you remember your first dance routine? My first dance routine was…
Read MoreWhat companies/classes are you currently in? I am currently in the Senior CATS Company. I also take acting and voice lessons. When did you start at Center Stage? I started Center Stage at the Somerset studio when I was three. Do you remember your first dance routine? My first dance…
Read MoreWhat companies/classes are you currently in? I am currently the captain of CATS, Tap Cats, Pre-professional acting, and I teach a young children’s jazz class. When did you start at Center Stage? I started Center Stage in 2005 when I was around 4 years old. Do you remember your first dance routine? My first dance routine was “The Kangaroo Hop” in the little kid show! What was your Center Stage journey? I started dancing very young and eventually began company in 2nd grade…
Read MoreWhat companies/classes are you currently in?
Senior CATS
When did you start at Center Stage?
2012
Do you remember your first dance routine?
Rhythm Nation w/ Sue
Read MoreWhat companies/classes are you currently in? I'm in Cats and Tap Cats. When did you start at Center Stage? I switched to CS the summer before eighth grade. Right off the bat, I was impressed. I had never been a part of something like Power Dance, so that was pretty cool. Do you remember your first dance routine? Ugh, the one recital DVD I don't own. I really wish I did! I got to do a pas de deux with my stepdad in a daddy daughter dance.
Read MoreWhat companies/classes are you currently in? I am in Sr. Cats and Tap Cat 1s. When did you start at Center Stage? I started at Center Stage when I was 7 after switching from a different studio. Do you remember your first dance routine? My first Center Stage routine was Ice Cream Freeze with Danielle Mondi.
Read MoreWhat companies/classes are you currently in? I am currently in Sr. CATS and Tap CATS. When did you start at Center Stage? I started at Center Stage when I was 5 years old. Do you remember your first dance routine? I don’t remember at all actually but it was most likely with Ms. Pam and I think I was wearing a rat costume or a dog. Probably a mouse.
Read MoreWhat companies/classes are you currently in?
I am a Jazz Cat and a Tap Cat.
When did you start at Center Stage?
I started Center Stage when I was a freshman in high school at 14 years old.
Read MoreSo, Amanda Drayton! You’ve been at Center Stage for quite a while, but you only joined company this year. Why company? Why now? I joined the company this year because I knew I couldn’t leave before I went off to college. I had wanted to do it years ago but I wasn’t capable of getting to the studios in time, it was just wrong timing I guess. I’m grateful that this year I’ve finally had the opportunity though; I finally get to be apart of something great in the company and am excited for this year.
Read MoreWhat companies/classes are you currently in? Currently, I am a member and captain of the CATS Company here at CS. I also dance at my high school because I am apart of the FPAC program. When did you start at Center Stage? I started at CS when I was 6 years old…
Read MoreWhat companies/classes are you currently in? I’m in CATS, Tap CATS and Hoofers. When did you start at Center Stage? In 2008. What was your Center Stage journey? I started as a SR Cougar my first year and then I was a JR CAT by my second year…
Read MoreWhat companies/classes are you currently in? I am currently a proud member of the JazzCats company. When did you start at Center Stage? I first began dancing at Center stage when I was age 7 years old in 2009…
Read MoreWhat companies/classes are you currently in? Tuesday’s Sam- Jazz/Hip Hop and Lyrical Competition. Ballet with Anne Krug. Wednesday’s Ballet with Lanie and JAZZ CAT Production with Tori Another lyrical competition piece with Danielle Mondi When did you start at Center Stage? 5th grade ( i think) Do you remember your first dance routine? It was…
Read MoreWhat companies/classes are you currently in? I am currently in Sr. CATS, Tap CATS, and Hoofers Club. When did you start at Center Stage? I started in 2004 when I was 3 years old. Do you remember your first dance routine? I don’t remember my first dance, but one of my first dances…
Read MoreWhat companies/classes are you currently in? I am currently in C.A.T.S Company. When did you start at Center Stage? I started when I was 3 in 2004. Do you remember your first dance routine? No but I remember the costume was a black puffy dress for tap, and I had a hat on…
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