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Natalie Rizo
Performer
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Experienced performer specializing in dance and vocal arts, with a background in large-scale productions and seasonal events. Successfully participated as a cast member in diverse roles, including costume character dancing lead dancer roles in various shows. Skilled in partner dancing and vocal performance harmonizing, with a focus on delivering high-quality performances throughout extensive show runs. Background includes training in various dance styles, vocal performances both solo and ensemble, as well as theatrical acting, ensuring adaptability to different performance environments.
Overview
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Six Flags Fiesta TexasSan Antonio
Main Stage Performer
11.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Acted as an elf and got to sing and dance as part of the cast of Sing Christmas.
- Was part of the cast of singers for the Tree Lighting Ceremony throughout the holiday season.
- Face singer and dancer in the updated Party Gras with The Loony Tunes show.
- Opened the brand new Grand Carnival parade as a dancer for the Mardi Gras season.
- Sang in Spanish and danced in the Caliente show for the summer season.
- Danced and sang in the updated Forever Hollywood show for its second year running in the summer season.
Seaworld San AntonioSan Antonio
Dance Performer
11.2020 - 01.2025
Job overview
- Opening cast as a dancer in the Sirens Song show for its debut at the park during the Halloween season in 2023.
- Performed as a costume character dancer in many Sesame Street shows for various seasons at the park.
- Face danced in the Sesame Street parades for multiple seasons.
- Danced as a face dancer and costume character in Sesame Street block parties.
- Escorted and participated in meet and greets, as well as photo opportunities as multiple Sesame Street characters.
- Acted as a pirate for multiple years as part of the atmospheric enjoyment of the daytime halloween products.
CDK Dance StudioSan Antonio
Dance Instructor
01.2024 - 06.2024
Job overview
- Assisted and taught high school jazz technique classes.
- Taught lyrical, ballet, hip-hop, and jazz classes for elementary to high school students.
- Choreographed multiple solos and group dances for students to perform at both studio performances as well as their school competitions.
- Choreographed toddler and elementary school jazz routines for the studios spring showcase.
- Became the first teacher to hold dance team technique and conditioning classes for high school dance and drill team preparation.
- Choreographed and danced in the spring showcase alongside other guest dancers and instructors.
- Substituted multiple classed wherever I was asked and needed.
Dance Center of San Antonio/ CBSASan Antonio
Dance Instructor/ Guest Performer
07.2021 - 02.2022
Job overview
- Was the first hip-hop teacher students from middle school ages to adults.
- Taught classes for advanced jazz, contemporary, lyrical, modern, and beginner hip-hop.
- Held ballet technique classes and pre-pointe for students of ages from elementary to middle school.
- Taught intermediate ballet for middle school and high school students.
- Brought the first pop up classes to the studio for high school dance team preparation, which included advanced jazz, leaps and turns, pom routines, and conditioning.
- Became a paid guest performer in the studios ballet company performance of The Nutcracker and Swan Lake.
Adrenaline Dance StudioSan Antonio
Dance Instructor
03.2021 - 08.2021
Job overview
- Became a substitute for multiple classes or various styles and classes or ages ranging from elementary to high school.
- Taught ballet technique and jazz classes for middle and high school students.
- Held jazz and contemporary/ lyrical classes for students of all grade school ages.
- Had the first beginner acrobatics class for the studio.
- Choreographed for the competition groups and soloists in advanced jazz and lyrical.
- Had multiple students and groups place and win awards for jazz and lyrical routines at various competitions.
- Was awarded outstanding teacher/ choreographer award by studio owner at the studios showcase and banquet.
Education
University of The Incarnate WordSan Antonio, TX
Bachelor of Arts from Interior Design And Architectural Science
Northwest Vista CollegeSan Antonio, TX
Some College (No Degree) from Associate of Arts
Construction Careers Academy/ Warren High SchoolSan Antonio, TX
High School Diploma
06-2020
University Overview
- Was part of the architecture department strand at Construction Careers.
- Became the lead interior designer for our end of year home build.
- Won various awards at Texas Skills competitions for interior design and architectural drawings.
- Two year member of Warrens varsity dance team.
- Won many awards at multiple competitions for solos and team dances.
- Graduated 4.2 gpa in the top 20 of the graduating seniors.
- Awarded the principals award for academic achievement and success, as well as the warrior spirit award for excellence in dance team and placing top 5 in the district for competition.
Skills
- Trained in various dance styles with ballet technique and pointe experience
- Performed in both large and small venues as a dancer, singer, and actor
- Experienced partner dancer both in classical and commercial dancing
- Performed as a singer both in group and solo performance settings
- Experienced in theatrical performances both in competition and show styles
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Accomplishments
- Outstanding choreography/ technique award from Fine Arts competitions. - 2015-17
- Showmakers of America top 5 solo award for Jazz routine. - 2018-20
- Miss Leaps and Kicks award from Showmakers of America. - 2018-20
- First place and invitation to Nationals two consecutive years at Texas Skills competition for Interior Design and Architecture project. - 2018-19
Affiliations
- Part of church worship team both in youth and children’s church.
- Became the youngest head worship leader for children’s church as a sophomore in high school.
- Danced with churches competition and performance team while also dancing at school and taking classes at CBSA.
- Was a part of the cast of The Nutcracker and Swan lake for two years as a student at Children’s Ballet of San Antonio.
- Was a part of a partner dance group that danced various styles all through middle and high school.
- Sang with mariachi groups both with and without family.
Timeline
Main Stage Performer
Six Flags Fiesta Texas
11.2024 - Current
Dance Instructor
CDK Dance Studio
01.2024 - 06.2024
Dance Instructor/ Guest Performer
Dance Center of San Antonio/ CBSA
07.2021 - 02.2022
Dance Instructor
Adrenaline Dance Studio
03.2021 - 08.2021
Dance Performer
Seaworld San Antonio
11.2020 - 01.2025
University of The Incarnate Word
Bachelor of Arts from Interior Design And Architectural Science
Northwest Vista College
Some College (No Degree) from Associate of Arts
Construction Careers Academy/ Warren High School
High School Diploma
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