Ella Hennessey
New York ,NY
Summary
Passionate and creative choreographer with a talent for making fun, dynamic dance routines and creating a positive, energetic environment. Skilled in many dance styles, with a knack for turning music into movement. Known for creating performances that connect with audiences, inspire dancers, and focus on having fun while working together. Always eager to learn from my students and adjust my approach to help them grow.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director-Peter Pan Jr.
Great Futures Productions of North Lake Tahoe
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted in directing and staging scenes for a children's musical production
- Guided young performers through character development and line delivery
- Helped organize and run rehearsals to ensure a productive and positive workflow
- Collaborated with the director and creative team to support artistic vision
- Maintained a fun, focused rehearsal environment tailored to young performers' needs
Summer Dance Camp Instructor
Great Futures Productions Of North Lake Tahoe
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Choreographed and prepared age-appropriate dance routines for camp performances
- Taught and demonstrated dance techniques in an engaging and accessible way
- Provided positive, constructive feedback to help students improve
- Supported individual learning styles to build confidence and skill
- Helped manage group dynamics and maintain a fun, focused environment
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to create diverse, inclusive programming for all participants.
Dance Choreographer- Six: Teen Edition
Great Futures Productions of North Lake Tahoe
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Designed and choreographed full-length musical numbers for teen performers
- Taught choreography with clear, adaptable instruction to suit varied experience levels
- Collaborated with the director and creative team to align movement with storytelling
- Provided individualized feedback to refine technique and boost performance quality
- Fostered a supportive, encouraging environment that promoted growth and ensemble unity
- Helped build and maintain a rehearsal schedule to maximize time and meet production goals
Dance Choreographer-Descendants: The Musical
Great Futures Production of North Lake Tahoe
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Created and taught original choreography tailored to young performers' skill levels
- Designed fun, age-appropriate routines that supported storytelling and character development
- Broke down movement in an accessible way to encourage learning and confidence
- Collaborated closely with the director to align choreography with the overall vision
- Fostered a supportive and engaging rehearsal environment to help kids succeed and have fun
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Musical Theater
Marymount Manhattan College
New York, NY05-2028
Skills
- Creative direction
- Strategic planning
- Team communication
- Rehearsal planning
- Creative vision
- Dance background
- Performance direction
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Assistant Director-Peter Pan Jr.
Great Futures Productions of North Lake Tahoe
06.2024 - 08.2024
Summer Dance Camp Instructor
Great Futures Productions Of North Lake Tahoe
06.2024 - 07.2024
Dance Choreographer- Six: Teen Edition
Great Futures Productions of North Lake Tahoe
03.2024 - 05.2024
Dance Choreographer-Descendants: The Musical
Great Futures Production of North Lake Tahoe
06.2023 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Musical Theater
Marymount Manhattan College
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