Solace X. Fiadjoe
Antioch,CA
Summary
Skilled choreographer and performing arts instructor with over 20 years of experience dedicated to empowering children, youth, and adults through dance and creative expression. Expertise in blending various dance styles, including street jazz, contemporary, hip-hop, lyrical, and cultural forms, to inspire mastery of movement and foster creativity among students. A proactive leader with an entrepreneurial spirit, committed to enhancing community arts programming and building connections among youth. Proven ability to coordinate classes, rehearsals, and performances while effectively managing resources and delivering exceptional customer service.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Choreographer and Director / Dance Instructor
Dominion Life Dance
01.2016 - Current
- Developing and teaching dance routines across diverse styles, including contemporary, street jazz, hip-hop, lyrical, and cultural dance forms.
- Choreographing and instructing kids, youth, and adults in dance for numerous performances year-round since 2016.
- Directing theatrical and dance performances year-round for the community, nurturing confidence, creativity, and technical excellence in kids and youth in the performing arts.
- Planning and delivering engaging classes that promote discipline, creativity, and collaboration.
- Designing and directing stage performances from concept to execution.
- Adapting choreography and teaching methods to meet the needs and skill levels of children, youth, and adults.
- Mentoring students to enhance technique, confidence, and stage performance.
- Coordinating rehearsals, managing performance logistics, and overseeing costume, lighting, and music selection.
Choreographer and Director / Dance Instructor
Joy – The Urban Nutcracker Production, by Aspire Youth Engagement Programs,
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Choreographed and taught scholars ages 4-18 dance for performance at the annual 'Joy - The Urban Nutcracker' Theatrical Production, which took place at the 1800-seater Creative Arts building as well as the California Theatre in Pittsburg.
- Blended varios dance styles to inspire creativity and mastery of movement among children and youth.
- Inspired kids and youth through creative performing arts education that foster teamwork, discipline, and self-expression.
Education
MBA -
01.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Art
01.2002
Skills
- Street Jazz, Contemporary, Hip-Hop, Lyrical and Cultural Dance Styles Dance Choreography Dance Instruction Directing Productions Student Mentorship and Artistic Development Creative Arts Facilitation Performance Design Stage Coordination
Accomplishments
Choreographed and directed over 50 dance and theatrical productions featuring children and youth in schools and community programs, blending dance, music, and theater to engage diverse audiences while inspiring self-expression and empowering young performers to develop creativity, confidence, and artistic potential.
Timeline
Choreographer and Director / Dance Instructor - Joy – The Urban Nutcracker Production, by Aspire Youth Engagement Programs,
01.2023 - 01.2024
Choreographer and Director / Dance Instructor - Dominion Life Dance
01.2016 - Current
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology - Bachelor of Arts, Art
Lincoln University - MBA,