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SUGA POP IS BRINGING FUNKY BACK with Ace Dance Studios!
SUGA POP is a member of the world famous ELECTRIC BOOGALOOS, and the legendary ROCK STEADY CREW, who were inducted into Rock N’ Roll Hall of Fame under the category of History of Hip Hop. He was also the recipient of Outstanding Locking Skills at the 1st Hip Hop Dance Awards.
The root of this dance, has followed the progression of Funk and Soul Music over the years, emphasizing on party dances that has form many street… dance styles as we know it today.
He has collaborated with the LEGENDS of the entertainment industry. This includes James Brown, LL Cool J, De La Soul, Lionel Richie, and most notably the King of Pop, Michael Jackson. Suga Pop’s work with MJ includes live performances, music videos (Thriller, Beat It), and dance lessons.
Back on his Australian tour, following the successes from his last visits. Suga Pop is ready to once again WOW the audience with his Fun and Informative workshops.
Be Ready to learn from one of the Masters!!!
WORKSHOP DATES:
–Saturday 7th of May 2011
6.00pm – Party Dance (Part I)
7.30pm – Popping / Boogaloo
–Sunday 8th May
5.00pm – Party Dance (Part II)
LOCATION:
ACE Studios
Level 1, 7 Randle St,
Surry Hills NSW 2010
PRICE:
1 Workshop = $40
2 Workshops = $75
3 Workshops = $110
Private class = $230
Group private classes available for 5-8 people
Bulk classes for 6 or more people available to school or dance studio groups.
Strictly limited spots with a maximum of 35 students only!
Must Pre-Pay and Register by May 4th 2011.
Payments after the 4th of May will be charged at $45/workshop.
Payments can be made:
-> through credit card or direct debit through PAYPAL at
(note there is a $2 booking fee with PayPal) on our website:
http://www.acedance.com.au/2011/04/19/ace-presents-suga-pop-electric-boogaloos-poppingboogaloo-and-party-dance-workshops-7-8-may-2011/
OR
-> cash at our studio at Level 1, 7 Randle St, Surry Hills NSW
–For More Info and Registration/Payments – Please Contact:
Trina
trina@acedance.com.au or sms 0400 522 566
FAST FACTS:
- Member of Electric Boogaloos, the pioneers of popping and boogaloo
- Choreographed Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” and “Beat It” videos
- Choreographed Gwen Stefani’s tour, “So You Think You Can Dance” finals as well as the Grammy’s, Billboard Awards, American Music Awards, James Brown, Lionel Richie and the Soul Train 50th Anniversary.
A SAMPLE OF WHO HE HAS TAUGHT AND INSPIRED:
MR WIGGLES (Electric Boogaloos, Rock Steady Crew, Zulu Nation)
- “I got to learn from Suga Pop, and Taco, but Suga Pop had the biggest influence on allot of NYC dancers since like 81″ – Westcoast Poppin’ interview
POPPIN’ JACK (SPG, STALE BISKITZ, ACE DANCE STUDIO INSTRUCTOR)
- “I improved so much after taking Suga Pop’s workshops. He really inspired me so much.”
BIO:
Suga Pop is an internationally-recognized ”street dance” practitioner and choreographer based in the United States. He is renowned for his work in “popping” and “locking”, styles of dance collectively grouped under the umbrella term “funk styles”.
The root of this dance, has followed the progression of Funk and Soul Music over the years, emphasizing on party dances that has form many street dance styles as we know it today.
As a Member of the Electric Boogaloos and his affiliations with the Rocksteady Crew, he has dedicated his life in preserving this Art, spreading his knowledge and skills.
Watch Suga Pop in action:
Suga Pop Hearts Viral Vid
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ufrIuhQpGH4&feature=player_embedded
Suga Pop Judges Showcase
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y1KiCr4ZtZE&feature=player_embedded
Suga Pop Showcase
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gVjhN-7ZkNI&feature=player_embedded
Suga Pop’s most famous piece of work: Michael Jackson’s Thriller video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DngUU1MlLcQ&feature=player_embedded
