Stop 3: Generation IV
Generation IV was held in Easthampton, MA during the third week in August. I stayed in the dormitories at Westfield State College where the teen, senior, advanced and pro level classes were held. Mini and Junior class levels were held at Hackworth School of the Performing Arts.
The faculty consisted of Teddy Forance, Alison Forance, Amy Gardner, Devin Jamieson, Billy Bell, Jen Hackworth, William Wingfield, Monique Borromeo, Albert Cataffi, Jen Pinard, Noel Bajandas, Channing Cooke, Hani Abaza, Chaz Buzan, Ben Susak, Jeff Lapes, Katy Spreadbury, Dha-Sean Serrano, Alicia Monaco and Chantelle Aguirre. The faculty was supported by Teddy's talented Aunt Lisa Hackworth, cousin Nick Anthony and brother Johnny Forance.
Each day we had classes with the faculty and were cast into two pieces to perform in the closing show at the Academy of Music in Southampton. All dancers participated in a mock agency audition as well for Clear Talent Group. It was a busy, fun-filled week of great dance. Check out my video highlights from Generation IV!
Here is my interview with Teddy that took place after the second show:
And here is Teddy's piece I was cast in. His choreography was assisted by Alison Forance, Amy Gardner and Sandi Duncan...thank you to each of them for giving me such a special part in your choreography.
Thank you so much to the talented faculty of Generation IV; for sharing your passion for dance with us, your talents and giving me support along the way. Thank you Teddy for an amazing experience...can't wait until Generation IV's third annual event!
I had an amazing summer of dance and am so thankful to everyone I met and for all they shared of themselves with me. I promise to take all that I have learned and apply it to the dance year ahead to become a stronger dancer!
