Production II: Dancing Through Time

Dance: A form of art. The rhythmic movement of the body on stage is like the fine paint brush on the canvas paper, and the music -our buncho.

Dance is non-verbal communication that can only be described as a universal language. A language with different dialects, is like a dance with different styles. After the success of 'Rock The Stance: A dance production' that was held at the beginning of the year, Taylor's Dance Club Subang Jaya hereby presents Production II: Dancing Through Time. A twist in production two that not only showcases eight styles but in accordance to the time line history of the dance itself.

As the clock struck Eight, the theater doors closed and the lights went off. The opening act took the stage with all eight styles compiled into one performance. All styles performing to Mr.brightside-The killers (violin cover) not only wooed the audience with a teaser but manage to pull off a classical song to the hippest street dance.

After the inspiring speeches given by the club counselor, special guests and the president of the dance club, the emcee enthusiastically presented the first style performing that night- contemporary. Contemporary was inspired in the year 1900s using dance techniques such as ballet and modern dance, drawing movements from outside the realm of classical techniques to suit its style. They presented a piece using Roxanne-The Police as their lure of entertainment.

Known for its sensual hip action and sexy flair, Latin dance ruled the stage next with its energetic and sassy movements. Out of the five dance styles Latin consist of, the dancers presented three, namely the cha-cha, jive and samba. Fast paced and jitterbug steps sends the crowd applauding for more. The latin partners danced in closed, tight position that makes the environment sultry and physical, making it an entertaining breathtaking performance.

In Popping the dancers showcased their amazing body control and isolation skills as they popped and locked their way back to 1970s feel. In their neatly pressed smart formal wear and the casual fedora, the quick contracting and relaxing muscles brought back the funky style that even Michael Jackson can't master.

The dancers then proceeded to show gravity who's boss in B-Boy. They pulled off spectacular moves that shouldn't be possible, all while showing off their 'tude and rocking to the beat. The boys were also joined by an equally impressive B-Girl, Camilyn. Synchronity is hard to achieve when you're upside down and spinning, but somehow they managed to pull it all off with flair.

As the stage lights flipped on for Hip Hop, the dancers strutted forward and got their funk on. It is an energetic form of dancing that allows the performers to dance with freedom of movement ,adding their own personality.

After a short intermission, whereby guests was served with refreshments and sweets, sexy ladies in turquoise and black burst into action in Girlstyle. At times sensual and at other energetic, they thoroughly displayed the might of girl power as they transitioned from song to song.

Then, in perhaps the most ball-sy performance yet, Christie De La Santo appeared on stage by herself and wow-ed the audience with a Belly Dance drum solo. Isolating and shimmying different parts of her body in time with the music, she entertained the audience with her intestinal fortitude and grace.

Then to add an international twist to the event, TDC presented a Kpop piece. The costume changes were numerous, the moves sharp and sexy or cute and sweet. The piece ended with a bang when the seniors took the stage in costumes so hot you could have fried an egg just being in their presence. They danced to the song 'Dr Feel Good' and managed to evoke enthusiastic response from the audience. Very enthusiastic response.

Last but not least LA Style hit the stage, the brother of hip hop that is more lyrically based. Choreographer Mark and Li Yon combined sweat and blood producing a fresh piece compromising sharp fast movements and emotions to relate to the 21st century. As the last step came to an end with "Go Hard or Go Home", performers of all pieces hit the stage once again to perform the finale piece 'On the floor' by JLO, choreographed by Alexander Osborne.

Approximately 70 over dancers stood on stage that night and wallowed in the pride and glory of performing, but nothing compares to the inner achievement of being apart of Taylor's dance club's biggest event of the year. Part of the profit earned through production was donated to the Living Hope Organization in TDC's honor. The impact of Production II had its desired effect, leaving everyone with a hope of improvement and self satisfactory.

Labels: dancing through time, Production II, RE:Production, TDC

Friday, 12 August 2011

ReProduction Audition Results

Months have passed since the TDC party that specially introduced Production to all the members. An event so major that it went against the laws of physics and literally brought people together against gravity. The triumph of the first production 'Rock the stance' was beyond anyone's anticipation. From something that was not expected much from became a goal to be achieved by 100 over members. In the last month alone, many dancers have auditioned for various styles. Bringing the best techniques and their own personal style to the table. SO there you go...

By the power invested in me..I present to you your Production 2 dance crew. :)

Contemporary
1. Rebecca Khoo
2. Jia Lin Yong
3. Camilyn Ang
4. Yeng Shing
5. Weng Ming
6. Andrea
7. Beatrice Low
8. Sarah Ng
9. Penny Cheong
10. Derek Kho
11. Jennifer Chew
12. Cairynne Koh
13. Siau Chian

14. Sebastian Lim

15. Tan Yee Juinn

16. Brandon Yau
17. Jessica Yeo
18. Isabelle Ng

GirlStyle
1. Siau Chian
2. Jia Le
3. Rebecca Khoo
4. Su Jane
5. Cindy Cosset
6. Nicole Seah
7. Goh Yin Ying
8. Tee Mao Mao
9. Melissa Chong
10. Sarah Ng
11. Yong Jia Lin
12. Geraldine Tan

Popping
1. Leon Alexander Chuan
2. Zaidah Goldie

3. Tze Lik
4. Raymond Yeong
5. Calvinn Loke
6. Calvin Chow
7. Sebastian Lim
8. Brenda Yul
9. Cherry
10. Wei Jim
11. Christie

LA Style
1. Brandon Yau
2. Chun Kay
3. Kai Chong
4. Daren Boey
5. Wei Jim
6. Andrea Pw
7. Rianne Wong
8. Nicole Seah
9. SoungHui
10. Yin Ying
11. Geraldine Tan
12. Cindy Cosset
13. Fennie Chin

Bboy
1. Shane
2. Calvinn Loke
3. Camilyn Ng
4. Chris Wong
5. Kay Tong
6. Rambert Wee
7. Zhong Wei
8. Ruben Yap
9. Ng Tze Lik
10. John Chia
11. Daren Boey
12. Sunny Lim
13. Edward Lim
14. Tan Yee Juinn

Latin

1. Esther Ho
2. Rebecca Khoo
3. Angeline Stephens
4. Chim Li Ching
5. Penny Cheong
6. Yoong Chun Kay
7. John Chia
8. Sebastian Lim
9. Kong Hang Yu

Kpop
1. Iylia
2. Yi Wei
3. Yin Ying
4. Isabelle Ng
5. Penny Cheong
6. Song Seul Gi
7. Jessica Yeo
8. Jennifer Chew
9. Serena Lim Pik Sue
10. Brenda Ong
11. Chun Kay
12. Brandon Yau
13. Alexander Osborne
14. Joshua Phua
15. Daphne Poh
16. Zhong Wei
17. Carmen BehBeh
18. Brenda Lim
19. Tee Mao Mao
20. Mark Chua
21. Lee Joee

Labels: auditions, RE:Production, results

Saturday, 18 June 2011

RE:Production At It's Finest.

That's Ian by the way. Doesn't look like him due to image editing problems but it's him.

As announced by ex-President of TDC, Mark Chua, during the party, TDC's next move will be heading towards one of the biggest projects of year, RE: Production, or Production II. This has been done before in early 2011 and once again will happen hopefully at the end of July 2011.

What Is Production?!

Production put into simple words would be the combination of the main styles that TDC has to offer into one big performance. It is a big project and will require a lot of commitment from members. With that having said, anyone is allowed to perform as long as they are committed to the project and have some degree of skill, though not something too advanced. This would be TDC's second production in its history. The first one, Rock The Stance, performed at the beginning of the year, demonstrated 7 styles. Popping, Bboy, Girlstyle, Contemporary, K-Pop, LA- Style, and Hip Hop. It would be a great honor to represent TDC for a performance of such.

So What's New In Repro- uhh.. Production II?

For Production II, a new style will be included into the performance; Latin. Also, unlike before, TDC has never had such large numbers of dancers still participating in the club. Therefore, unlike before, auditions will be held for each style. Each dancer is encouraged to take a maximum of only 3 styles from the 8. The cap number of dancers for production is 50.

Details For Production II:

Estimated Date: End of July.

Auditions: Throughout the last week of May.

Number of Styles: 8 (Popping, Bboy, Girl-style, K-pop, Contemporary, Hip-Hop, Latin, LA Hip Hop)

How to sign-up: Fill in the form on the shelf in the studio. (Place the form on the pile of filled forms)

Piece Headers:
Hip Hop (Machi Yu)

Popping (Nicholas Tan, Dominic Ng Ken Ming)

B-Boy (Kok Yee Fai, King Lam)

K-pop (Iylia Anis a.k.a Kueen)

Contemporary (Isabelle Ng, Jessica Yeo)

LA Hip-Hop (Mark Chua, Hsien Ming)

Latin (Penny Cheong, Yoong Chun Kay)

Girlstyle (Audrey Aw, Geraldine Tan)

P/s: The piece headers are the tentative choreographers.

Audition Details:

26th thursday 4-6pm contemp
27th friday 3-5pm contemp (must come for both days)
30th monday 3-5pm latin
31st tuesday 4-6pm girlstyle
1st wednesday 4.30-5.30pm bboy
3rd friday 4-6pm LA style

Important Notes:

Machi is organizing a Hip-Hop class this upcoming Friday, 20th May from 3-4pm. It is a compulsory class for those interested in joining Hip-Hop for Production II. You MUST come if you want to perform Hip-Hop for Production II. There is no audition for hip-hop, but Machi will be selecting those most suitable for his piece to stand in front during this hour.

The judges wish to stress that joining B-Boy for production is going to be tough. The judges expect commitment and constant training. They won't go easy on you during auditions and if you don't make it, no hard feelings.

Train hard everyone!

Your president,
Tan Shane Lee

Labels: production, Production II, RE:Production

Monday, 16 May 2011