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Thomas Parlon

Takoma Park,USA

Summary

Results-oriented Dance Coordinator known for exceptional leadership and creativity. Experienced in managing all aspects of dance education and production, dedicated to enhancing community engagement and promoting inclusivity in the arts.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Dance Coordinator

Community College of Baltimore County
01.2009 - Current
  • Teach all levels of Modern Dance, Ballet and Jazz technique, Improvisation, Choreography and Dance Appreciation.
  • Create and staff all class schedules, advise all AFA and AA Dance Majors (25+ students currently), serve various college wide committees and serve as faculty advisor for the Rainbow Club (CCBC’s LGBTIA student group).
  • Choreograph for mainstage dance and theater events.

Artistic and Managing Director

Tommy Parlon Dance Projects
01.2002 - Current
  • Choreograph, perform, market, fundraise and manage all aspects of a modern dance company including travel arrangements and grant writing.
  • Responsible for all personnel decisions, payroll and scheduling.
  • Received Choreography Grants from MSAC and AHCMC 2004 and 2007.

Assistant Professor of Performing Arts

Anne Arundel Community College
01.2002 - 01.2017
  • Teach Modern Technique, Jazz Technique, Improvisation, Introduction to Dance (Dance History, lecture and movement), Acting I and Movement for Actors.
  • My duties also include Choreographing for Main stage Dance, Opera and Musical Theatre Productions.

Director of Education

The Musical Theater Center
01.2006 - 01.2009
  • Create curriculum and schedule for a school with an annual enrollment of over 1,800 students.
  • Hire and supervise a faculty of 30.
  • Manage contract, payroll and evaluation of faculty.
  • Supervise office staff, interns and student teachers.
  • Manage outreach.
  • Teach classes in Ballet and Jazz.

Production Director and Director of the Jack Guidone Theater

Joy of Motion
01.2004 - 01.2006
  • Oversee artistic, educational, financial and technical aspects of all productions for Joy of Motion, including rental contracts, resident companies, student concerts and outreach.
  • Coordinate staff, interns, work-study and volunteers.

Youth Dance Ensemble Coordinator

Joy of Motion
01.2004 - 01.2006
  • Oversee artistic and technical development of high school age students.
  • Create and implement curriculum.
  • Serve as liaison between school and parents.
  • Advise students.
  • Choreograph and direct concerts for main stage and outreach concerts.

Education

MFA - Dance (Choreography and Technology)

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
01.1998

BFA - Dance and Choreography

Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA
01.1994

Skills

  • Strategic planning
  • Curriculum design
  • Performance assessment
  • Event management
  • Choreography expertise
  • Team leadership
  • Effective communication
  • Mentorship
  • Stakeholder engagement

Accomplishments

  • Maryland State Arts Council Awards in Choreography and Solo Dance
  • Presented by Dance Place twice
  • Creative MOCO (Montgomery County MD) Grant to support Tommy Parlon Dance Projects

Affiliations

  • National Board member, American College Dance Association 2020-Present
  • Takoma Park Arts Commission, Chair 2015-2020
  • Maryland Dance Education Association, Higher Education Representative 2011-2014

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Dance Coordinator

Community College of Baltimore County
01.2009 - Current

Director of Education

The Musical Theater Center
01.2006 - 01.2009

Production Director and Director of the Jack Guidone Theater

Joy of Motion
01.2004 - 01.2006

Youth Dance Ensemble Coordinator

Joy of Motion
01.2004 - 01.2006

Artistic and Managing Director

Tommy Parlon Dance Projects
01.2002 - Current

Assistant Professor of Performing Arts

Anne Arundel Community College
01.2002 - 01.2017

MFA - Dance (Choreography and Technology)

Arizona State University

BFA - Dance and Choreography

Virginia Commonwealth University

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