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Dance
Ability to work with all ages.

Matt Hope grew up in Boise, Idaho where he began his dance training at the American Festival Ballet (now Ballet Idaho). Matt has danced with Aponte and Company, Idaho Dance Theater, Fort Wayne Ballet, Alaska Dance Company, and Hubbard Street Dance Chicago. Now in his eight season with the Ballet Idaho, Matt is accomplished in a wide range of styles from ballet to modern and jazz. Matt has choreographed for Ballet Idaho, Idaho Dance Theater and Balance Dance Company. He has taught different styles of dance to many age levels from pre-school to college to professional.

Through the auspices of Ballet Idaho Education Outreach Department, Matt Hope together with other faculty or company members if requested, will provide a residency tailored to high school students interested in LIFETIME SKILLS. Techniques of ballet, jazz, modern and character dancing will explore the relationship between dance and sports as will as professional dance and social dance. Cultural influence in dance such as the Charleston, lindy hope, jitterbug and rock and roll will be examined and social dances from these periods studied.

Recommendations: Toni Pimble, Artistic Director Ballet Idaho, 501 South 8th, Suite A, Boise, Idaho 83702, 208.343.0556 ext.16 Leah Clark, Artistic Director Balance Dance Company, Boise, Idaho, 208.332.3184 Amy O'Brien, New York dancer/choreographer, 215 River Rd.,Grandview, NY 10960, 845.304.1590

Dance, Choreography
Ability to work with all ages, needs, and abilities.

As a choreographer and teacher I am always fascinated with the possibilities in movement and the individual uniqueness of the moving body. The potential of any age is very powerful. My goal is to create an atmosphere that leads to expression of that potential and the feeling of confidence and joy. Each student brings their own energy to a class and that is what motivates my work. As we honor our own creative and physical selves we are able to honor each other. My residencies are structured to develop the creative process through dance. Classes can be related to classroom activities or curriculum.

Recommendations:
Sharon Randolph, Division Chair, Interlochen Arts Academy, Interlochen, MI, 231.276.5160
Leah Clark, Artistic Director, Balance Dance Company, Boise, ID, 208.332-3184
Kate Warren, Warren/Dance Dance, Austin, TX, 512.499.8066

Professional Contemporaty Dance Company
Ability to work with students K-12.

Idaho Dance Theatre's Educational Program 'Leaps and Bounds' is dedicated to bringing the love of dance to the students of Idaho.

IDT can work with schools to enrich the lives of students with a dance program that not only teaches about dance, but also provides encouragement in personal expression and teamwork. IDT emphasizes the importance of physical fitness, personal expression and body language. In addition, residencies can inform students of different styles of artistic dance including jazz, modern, tap and classical ballet. Students will be involved throughout the program- from making props to being included in developing choreography and to performing movements or dances along with the dancers.

Recommendations:
Richard Klautsch, Dept. Theatre Arts, Boise State University, Boise, ID, 208.426.1500
Debbie Toy, Principal, Trail Wind Elementary, Boise, ID, 208.424.3200
Meredith St. Clair, Principal, Whittier Elementary School, Boise, ID, 208.286.7211

Mexican Folk Dancer
Ability to work with all age groups.

The majority of my life has been and continues to be a practitioner of Traditional Mexican Dance.

As a dancer, my desire is to enrich peoples lives by the participation of students in workshops, developing new teachers and performing at various venues around the country. Sharing the rhythm, movements, and costumes and the traditions of every Mexican song I perform with young and old alike brings joy and satisfaction to all.

Recommendations:
Jesus de Leon, Federal Project's Director of the District School, Caldwell, ID, 208.455.3300
Peggy Woods, E.L.L. Teacher, Boise, ID, 208.338.3495
Theresa Amigo, Counselor, Roosevelt Elementary School, Boise, ID, 208.338.3505

Performance and Instruction of West African Drum, Dance & Song
Ability to work with all ages, needs and abilities.

As an artist in the field of West African percussion, one of my primary goals is to share this with others. Drumming is not a solo act. The magic blossoms only when an ensemble combines their knowledge of the history and tradition with a desire to make music ­ not unlike a symphony.

It is my distinct pleasure to share these experiences with students. Residencies have been designed to teach the rhythms, songs and dances of West Africa while fostering creativity by designing a performance. Each experience is different based on the energy brought to class by the students. Programs are structured to accommodate a variety of class sizes.

Recommendations:
Elaine Eichelberg, Principal, Adams Elementary, Boise, ID, 208.388.3430, eichee@adams1.sd01.k12.id.us
Jenny Willison, Community Based Curriculum Director, Anser Public Charter School, Boise, ID, 208.426.9840, jwillison@anser-charter-school.org
Ann Garrett, Mom of Student, Boise, ID, 208.336.0049, annrgarrett@aol.com