Renae Taylor
Memphis,TN
Summary
Adept in expressive and artistic performance, honed through rigorous training from Dee Birnbalm and other esteemed instructors. Demonstrated exceptional teamwork and collaboration, elevating production quality and fostering dynamic group cohesion. Mastered technical dance skills and costume design, significantly enhancing stage presence and audience engagement.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Dancer
Pyramid Dance Company
Memphis, TN
09.2012 - 08.2013
- Developed strong technical skills through consistent practice and dedication to improvement.
Student Dancer
Desert Rose
Memphis, TN
09.2002 - 04.2005
- Strengthened stage presence through focused practice on facial expressions, body language, and emotional connection to the music.
- Collaborated with fellow dancers and instructors for improved choreography and performances.
Student Dancer
Dee Birnbalm Instructor Egyptian Folk Dance
Memphis, TN
09.1995 - 08.1999
- Actively participated in workshops led by guest artists, broadening skill set and gaining valuable industry insights.
- Collaborated with fellow dancers and instructors for improved choreography and performances.
- Strengthened stage presence through focused practice on facial expressions, body language, and emotional connection to the music.
Student Dancer
Terra Luna Dance Circle Tribal Bellydance
Memphis, TN
09.1994 - 08.1995
- Developed strong technical skills through consistent practice and dedication to improvement.
- Participated in community outreach events as a representative of the dance company, promoting the arts within local schools and organizations.
- Streamlined communication between dancer groups for seamless transitions in large-scale ensemble pieces.
- Expanded creative expression by collaborating with musicians on original compositions for dance performances.
- Assisted in costume design and selection for multiple productions, ensuring visual cohesion across performers.
- Collaborated with fellow dancers to create cohesive performances, elevating the overall quality of productions.
- Strengthened team dynamics by participating in group workshops designed to foster trust and effective communication among members.
Student Dancer
Pyramid Dance Company
Memphis, TN
09.1993 - 08.1994
- Begin learning Middle Eastern Dance
- Developed strong technical skills through consistent practice and dedication to improvement.
- Beginner costume design and selection
Skills
- Discipline and Focus
- Strong Work Ethic
- Performance Presence
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Memory and Retention
- Reliability
- Expressive and Artistic
Hula Hooping
- 2013-2020
- Tricks with Dance
Timeline
Student Dancer
Pyramid Dance Company
09.2012 - 08.2013
Student Dancer
Desert Rose
09.2002 - 04.2005
Student Dancer
Dee Birnbalm Instructor Egyptian Folk Dance
09.1995 - 08.1999
Student Dancer
Terra Luna Dance Circle Tribal Bellydance
09.1994 - 08.1995
Student Dancer
Pyramid Dance Company
09.1993 - 08.1994