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Bennett Parker

Bennett Parker

Naperville,IL

Summary

  • Passionate competitive dancer with experience in performing at a high level across the United States.
  • Worked with and taken classes from choreographers such as: Jimmy Locust, Matt Steffanina, Josh Killacky, Brian Friedman, Klaudia Antos, Theresa Stone, Marinda Davis, Keaton Kermode, Sean Lew, Kaycee Rice, Hamilton Evans, and many more.
  • Competed with a highly successful team winning over 20 National titles over 6 seasons.
  • Won Multiple Solo competitions over the past 2 seasons.
  • Was runner up in back to back national improv competitions.
  • Possess strong skills in choreography, team collaboration, and performance discipline that have contributed to successful shows.
  • Strengths lie in ability to learn new routines quickly, adapt to different dance styles, and inspire teammates. Have made significant impact on previous teams by elevating overall performance quality through dedication and hard work.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Competitive Dancer

Xtreme Dance Force
Naperville, IL
09.2017 - Current
  • Participated in dance competitions, rehearsals, and performances.
  • Performed solo routines at competitions and events.
  • Instructed other dancers on technique, choreography, and performance skills.
  • Attended regular classes to maintain technical proficiency in various styles of dance.
  • Created a positive learning environment by providing constructive criticism to fellow dancers.
  • Coached younger students on proper technique while teaching them new dances.
  • Learned choreography quickly and adapted to changes in choreography seamlessly by maintaining physical and mental flexibility.

Dancer

Gus Giordano Dance School
Chicago, IL
07.2024 - 07.2024
  • Won Scholarship for best dancer for week long intensive
  • Was given scholarship from Jimmy Locust to attend his intensive in March of 2025.
  • Trained in Ballett, Jazz, and Hip Hop

Dancer

Neuqua Valley High School
Naperville, IL
02.2024 - 05.2024
  • Attended rehearsals regularly to refine skills and practice with the rest of the cast.
  • Communicated effectively with other dancers to ensure smooth transitions between moves.
  • Awarded Best dancer in production of Guys and Dolls

Skills

  • Expert in multiple Hip Hop styles
  • Proficient in Jazz, Contemporary, Modern dance
  • Stage Performance
  • Adapt quickly to difficult choreography
  • Physical Conditioning
  • Choreography creation
  • Rehearsals and daily practice
  • Performance preparation
  • Audience Engagement

Affiliations

  • Varsity Football Player for Neuqua Valley High School
  • Worked with special needs children throughout high school
  • Assisted and taught dance classes

Accomplishments

  • Mr Starpower and Mr Imagine at multiple regional and national dance competitions for solo routines.
  • Individually won multiple scholarships to special events for standing out in group routines.
  • Was given the Icon award/Dancer of the year award in 2024 at Xtreme Dance Force featuring over 200 dancers.
  • Was recognized as best dancer and given scholarship at Gus Giordano intensive in a group of over 100 dancers.
  • Refresh Ambassador for Refresh Chicago Event
  • Was voted best dancer for his performance in Guys and Dolls

Timeline

Dancer

Gus Giordano Dance School
07.2024 - 07.2024

Dancer

Neuqua Valley High School
02.2024 - 05.2024

Competitive Dancer

Xtreme Dance Force
09.2017 - Current

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