John Byrne has something to say…. :-)
September 23, 2009
DANCERS…
John Byrne emailed me the other day shortly after being featured on So You Think You Can Dance Canada. His number was amazing…that Lady Gaga song ‘Paparazzi’ with the edgy choreography was a crowd pleaser! We were so lucky to have him join us to teach a master class! Everyone learned a lot and we can’t wait to have him back!
Thanks Johnny
Here’s what John had to say:
“Lindsay Ritter and Company are the most progressive and passionate
group of dancers in Toronto. Spending a day in studio with them inspired and
encouraged my work, making me want to come back for more!”
Love JOHNNY
Michael Jackson Tribute - Weekend to End Breast Cancer
September 21, 2009
MJ Tribute for The Weekend to End Breast Cancer! 10 dancers come together from different style backgrounds and performed from their hearts in this amazing routine! Enjoy!
Choreography by: Lindsay Ritter and Max ‘Irvin’ Washington
Fire & Nice
September 16, 2009
8 talented dancers tell the tale of good girl versus bad girl in this fun commercial jazz routine which premiered at The Bazaar 2009-Canadian Edition at The Opera House in Toronto
Women In Dance - Anniversary Party
September 16, 2009
Friday September 25, 2009: Women in Dance Anniversary Party - LR Productions will be showcasing a commercial jazz routine featuring 4 talented dancers at Hyde Lounge. Come on out and say hi!
Exclusive Master Class with Celebrity Choreographer: John Byrne
September 5, 2009
Exclusive Master Class with Celebrity Choreographer: John Byrne!!
John is coming to Toronto as a guest choreographer on So You Think You Can Dance Canada. Following his appearance on the show he will be teaching ONLY 1 MASTER CLASS for the Toronto dance community! You don’t want to miss this amazing opportunity!
When: Monday, September 14 - 7:30-10:00pm
Where: Canada’s National Ballet School - Toronto
Price: $40 - To reserve your spot please email: me(AT)lindsayritter.com
This 2 1/2 hour class will include warm-up, a jazz combination and a chance to speak with John about the dance industry! Photos and video will be taken as well!
About John Byrne:
At 26, tour-de-force Director and Choreographer John Byrne is one of Hollywood’s most innovative and alluring young choreographers.
His recent credits include artists Lady Gaga, The Midway State, Elton John, Gwen Stefani, Mary J. Blige, Joss Stone and Britney Spears, to name a few…
Described by the Los Angeles Times as working with “authoritative grace” John has quickly risen into the role of choreographer/director since his days as a young dancer with the Paul Taylor Dance Company. John as been responsible for recent award -winning commercials, music videos and live stage shows for a wide variety of clients including America’s Got Talent, NBC, SONY, Cadillac, and H&M.
As a television presenter, John is the host of the recent top-selling fitness DVD “Dirty Dancing the Workout,” and was a featured presenter on the hit British Reality Show “The Time of Your Life.” He has appeared in several Blockbuster feature films and TV shows including The Oprah Winfrey Show and MTV’s “Making the Video.”
A contributing writer for DANCE Magazine and Dance Spirit Magazine, John has chronicled the interesting world of dance in film and television across the globe.
John is based in Los Angeles and also works in New york. He is a choreographer and creative collaborator for David LaChapelle Studios and will be appearing this fall on Canada’s “So You Think You Can Dance!”