Orange Bowl Dance & Cheer Program
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Orange Bowl Dance & Cheer Program WorldStrides OnStage formally Invites the Mid American Pompon program to perform in the 2016 Orange Bowl Performance Tour December 27 – December 31, 2016 Miami, Fl Orange Bowl Itinerary End your year with a bang by bringing your dancers to the Orange Bowl! WorldStrides OnStage Performance programs and the Orange Bowl have partnered to put on an event unlike any other. Your dancers will perform live during the halftime show of this elite football game, watched by an estimated 75,000 live fans. While in South Florida, your students will also take part in one of the most inclusive and prestigious dance conventions in the country. We are committed to bringing the top names in dance choreography and instruction for this event. Former choreographers include Cris Judd, Mandy Moore, Bonnie Story, Dave Scott, Liz Imperio and many more! Combine your plans for choreography, education, performance, and travel this upcoming year and join us in South Florida! DAY 1, Tuesday December 27th − Welcome to Miami! − Check into your hotel − Your performers will meet their halftime show choreographer and get right to work! DAY 2, Wednesday December 28th − Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. − Today is all about the dance convention! Spend the morning and afternoon learning from your amazing choreographers. − In the evening welcome parents and families to applaud your dancers at the convention showcase. − You have the evening free to take in the sights of Miami. worldstrides .com/onstage 888-242-7597 OnStage Performing arts journeys for students Orange Bowl Itinerary (Continued) DAY 3, Thursday December 29 th − After breakfast at the hotel, spend the day rehearsing for the halftime show. − In the evening, have a fantastic time with your fellow dancers at the dinner and dance party! DAY 4, Friday December 30th − It’s game day! Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before heading out for the day. − Head out for your Final Halftime Show Dress Rehearsal with the entire show cast of marching bands, dancers, color guard, etc.! − Orange Bowl Kick-Off! Perform in the halftime show with a LIVE guest star! DAY 5, Saturday December 31st − After a good night’s rest, kick off your New Year’s eve by enjoying Miami a bit more before heading home! worldstrides .com/onstage 888-242-7597 OnStage Performing arts journeys for students Orange Bowl 2016 Head Choreographer Dustin Phillips Originally from North Carolina, Dustin got his first break dancing on cruise ships and at amusement parks before moving to L.A. and dancing for pop music artists. Dustin has a dynamic personality and is known for his hip-hop choreography. Here are just a few of Dustin’s achievements! − Dancer for Janet Jackson, Paula Abdul, Backstreet Boys, Aaron Carter, Brandy, and All 4 One − Featured dancer in the movie Black Knight − Dancer in commercials and special television performances, including Macy’s, Disney, Nike, MTV, Paramount Theme Parks, Bank of America, Quiksilver Surf Company, Harris Teeter, and Pepsi − Dancer at Walt Disney World and Carowinds − Choreographer for various artists, NBA dance teams, theme parks, hotel/casino shows, industrial and college dance teams − Choreographer for the 2015 Holiday Bowl in San Diego Dustin has partnered with WorldStrides in the past, most recently as the head choreographer for the 2015 Holiday Bowl. Dustin loves these performances and is really excited to spend time with your dance or cheer team in Miami at the Orange Bowl ! worldstrides .com/onstage 888-242-7597 OnStage Performing arts journeys for students Orange Bowl 2016 Convention Choreographers Bonnie Story Bonnie has been choreographing events with us since 2007 and is a graduate of Julliard and the School of American Ballet. A veteran performer and instructor, Bonnie runs dance programs at Treehouse Athletic Club in Salt Lake City when she’s not teaching her special brand of jazz dance across the country. Here are just a few of Bonnie’s achievements! − Dancer in Michael Jackson’s “Smooth Criminal” music video − Dancer and choreographer for many television shows, commercials, films, and music videos − Emmy Award winner - Outstanding Choreography, High School Musical − Choreographer on So You Think You Can Dance − Co-choreographer for the opening and closing ceremonies at the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City − Co-choreographer for Cirque du Soleil’s Viva Elvis − Associate Artistic Director of Odyssey Dance Theatre Chuck Maldonado Whether artistic directing, choreographing, or dancing; Chuck Maldonado is known worldwide as one of the best in the business. His professionalism, magnetic personality, and perfectionist attitude make him a pleasure and joy to work with. He is a four-time award-winning choreographer. Here are just a few more of Chuck’s achievements! − Choreographed Stomp the Yard, Stomp The Yard 2: Homecoming, Bewitched, Shark Tale , and Step Up 4 − Dancer in many films such as Collateral , Dreamgirls , and Indiana Jones 4 − Worked with major recording artists including Chris Brown, P. Diddy, Ne-Yo, Fergie, Tamia, Missy Elliott, Raven Symone, Ludacris, and Lisa “Left-Eye” Lopez − Choreographed for MTV's, America's Best Dance Crew, So You think You Can Dance, Dancing with the Stars, Just Jordan, The Fresh Beat Band, That's So Raven, Victorious, and Big Time Rush Jamal Sims Jamal Sims is one of today’s most sought after choreographer in the industry. Sims is known for his creativity in numerous commercials such as Target and Volkswagon, as well as music videos and stage shows for Jennifer Lopez, Madonna, Miley Cyrus, Usher, P. Diddy, Spice Girls, Outkast and Gloria Estefan. Jamal is truly setting the industry standard in choreography. Here are just a few more of Jamal’s achievements! − Choreographer for RENT at the Hollywood Bowl − Other choreographer credits include: Footloose, Cirque du Soleil’s Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour, Dancing with the Stars, the Emmy nominated 82nd Academy Awards Miley Cyrus Wonderworld Tour, Step Up 1, Step Up 2 The Streets, Step Up 3D, Step Up: Revolution − Choreographer for So You Think You Can Dance, Big Mama’s House: Like Father, Like Son (Martin Lawrence), Hairspray (John Travolta), Hannah Montana the Movie (Miley Cyrus), 17 Again (Zac Efron), Soul Men (Bernie Mac, Samuel L. Jackson), Beauty Shop, Vanilla Sky, and Garfield Orange Bowl Package Inclusions Bowl game Benefits of inclusions: traveling with − Four night hotel stay us: at the Fort − Outstanding, − Director’s gift and Lauderdale Marriott internationally souvenir for every North known participant − Performance choreographers − Access to our in- alongside live − Medical, accident, house team that can musical guest star and dental handle all travel logistics including in the Orange Bowl insurance for all participants air and bus halftime show − The industry’s most arrangements − Dance Convention extensive liability Class with coverage prestigious − Free professional choreographers development for − Orange Bowl game directors tickets − Free academic credit − Two lunches and two for students breakfasts − Participation plaque − Dinner Activity for each group − Full Convention − Show costume − Ground transportation to and from all included activities in Miami Price per person in US dollars* Quad room Triple room Double room Single room 4 nights $1,449 $1,543 $1,730 $2,290 worldstrides .com/onstage 888-242-7597 OnStage Performing arts journeys for students Mid American Pompon Payment Schedule August 30, 2016 Participant Deposit of $150 per person due September 30, 2016 50% per person package cost due or $650.00 per person minimum November 11, 2016 Final balance due *Airfare rates and payment dates may be added Cancellation Policy 2016-2017 Cancellation Policy Summary a. If the reservation is canceled by the school, Director or participant, within seven calendar days following receipt of written confirmation or initial payment invoice (whichever is received first), the WorldStrides program may be canceled and a full refund issued. b. If cancellation occurs beyond the seven day grace period but at least sixty (60) days prior to departure, WorldStrides will refund all amounts paid less a $100 processing fee per person, any amounts relating to the group deposit, and all applicable fees and penalties levied by airline, hotels, bus companies, retailers and other vendors. c. If the reservation is canceled by the school, Director or participant, less than sixty (60) days but more than seven (7) days prior to departure, WorldStrides will charge a 50% cancellation fee based on program price (including any amounts relating to the group deposit) plus and all applicable fees and penalties levied by airline, hotels, bus companies, retailers and other vendors. d. If the school, Director or participant cancels the reservation less than seven (7) days prior to departure, no refund will be given. e. If the Program is canceled by WorldStrides, the participant shall be entitled to a full refund minus fees for returned checks and merchandise fees received by it for the trip. f. In the event that an individual must cancel or a trip is canceled as a result of or following an act of God, war (whether declared or not), terrorism, civil unrest, or in the event of WorldStrides’ bankruptcy, insolvency, or cessation of business no refunds will be given. Updated 11.1 7.2015 .