Courtney Thomas
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Dedicated artist with innate sense of rhythm and penchant for movement. Skilled in different dance techniques and styles with understanding of dance notation or choreography. Flexible and coordinated with good sense of timing and musicality. Disciplined with relentless work ethic.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance Captain/Swing
The Lion King
03.2024 - Current
- Learned new choreography and staging quickly in order to maintain show integrity.
- Provided constructive criticism to assist cast with improving performance.
- Coached and mentored incoming cast members in multiple roles and competencies for both new hires and returning cast
- Performed multiple roles as singer and dancer on and off stage
- Developed professional relationships with different departments, stage management, stage crew and performers by actively listening and effectively communicating.
- Maintained a professional attitude and work ethic during long rehearsals and performances.
- Demonstrated grace and athleticism in various classical and modern routines.
- Picked up/Performed choreography easily and immediately incorporated changes in choreography or new movement by staying flexible.
Ensemble Member
The Lion King
02.2017 - 03.2024
- Stood in for 5 different supporting roles and emergency internal coverage
- Participated in professional workshops and master classes to hone acting/dancing/singing skills.
- U/S as the Principal ED
- Collaborated with choreographers, dancers and singers to maintain unique and captivating musical numbers.
Dance Assistant
Christoper Huggins
11.2015 - 12.2015
- Picked up choreography moves easily and immediately incorporated changes in choreography or new moves by staying flexible.
- Maintained a professional attitude and work ethic during long rehearsals and performances.
- Progressed quickly by mastering challenging choreography and routines.
- Performed in multiple roles by attending daily rehearsals to perfect execution of dance movements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Capital High School
Charleston, WV05.2012
Skills
- Tumbling
- Trained in Contemporary Ballet, Jazz, Modern and Hip-Hop Dance
- Choreography
- Teaching experience
- Leadership experience
- Choreography expertise
- Rehearsal organization
Websites
Timeline
Dance Captain/Swing
The Lion King
03.2024 - Current
Ensemble Member
The Lion King
02.2017 - 03.2024
Dance Assistant
Christoper Huggins
11.2015 - 12.2015
High School Diploma -
Capital High School