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The Project Dance Foundation

10/21/2013

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Cheryl Cutlip, Executive Director

From Houston, Kansas City, Washington, D.C., Orlando, Jerusalem, New York, Costa Rica, London, Atlanta, Hong Kong, Pheonix, and Puerto Ricto, to....GREENVILLE, SC!

COMING TO GREENVILLE, SC May 23-25!!!!!

Statement of Project Dance
Project Dance® is a movement of dancers seeking to positively impact culture through artistic integrity. Our desire is to see every dancer nurtured to their fullest human potential for their own well being and their contribution to the world. We offer training, education, and performance opportunities for dancers worldwide who desire to dance with integrity to inspire.

Mission
The Project Dance Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization with the mission of providing training, networking, education and performing opportunites for dancers worldwide. We seek to make dance accessible to the public through outdoor/open air performances in prominent urban locations such as New York City, London, Sydney, Hong Kong and Washington DC. These concerts bring hope and healing to humanity and offer a positive message to those who attend. Dancers around the world gather to encourage and support one another through training, networking and performing. Our goal is to see every dancer nurtured to their fullest human potential, and by doing so, to realize a more positive and redemptive culture of dance and entertainment for the future generations.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES
The Project Dance Foundation is guided by the principle that dance is valid in three areas: work, worship and witness. We support dancers in every arena as they seek their unique calling in the dance world.

HOW WE DO IT
The Project Dance Foundation and its three program areas: Events, Atmosphere, and Broadway Underground are all made possible by more than 500 volunteers who serve within the organization. More than 1500 dancers are encouraged and supported through Project Dance each year.

WHO WE ARE
The founder of The Project Dance Foundation is Cheryl Cutlip, former Radio City Rockette and Westminster Theological Seminary student. Project Dance began in 2002 shortly after the events of 911 as a way of bringing hope and healing to the broken city streets of New York. Participating dancers along with the public were moved by the event and desired to repeat the event the following year. Today Project Dance is in more than 10 cities and there are a total of 20 cities slated to host Project Dance events in the future. The New York event, now in its 13th year has a governor’s proclamation and has been named as one of the top ten dance events in New York City. The Project Dance Foundation (EIN 41-2098775) is exempt from U.S. federal income tax under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

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I was exposed to the ministry of The Project Dance Foundation by way of Katherine Gant, Artistic Director of Refuge Dance Company and Project Dance Atlanta Coordinator at that time. Joining the company at the end of their 2010 season, I was not yet introduced to their choreography for the Project Dance Atlanta, and instead volunteered in Merchandise and wherever they needed a helping hand. I must say, I was TRULY impressed and BLESSED! The things I admired about this event, was the lack of rivalry and competition between the various dance companies and dancers that performed, the cultural diversity and presentation of various dance styles, and the love, compassion, and teamwork that each dancer had for each other. Despite the differences in background, whether they were a friend or a stranger, EVERYONE was like-minded. EVERYONE eagerly cooperated with a mission to worship and carry the mandate of God's love and hope in the community of where the FREE outdoor/open air performance was held. I am definitely looking forward to Project Dance Greenville, and I am in full support! Come out and support Project Dance Greenville May 23-25 of 2014! You can register to perform, volunteer, or simply come and partake in the experience as a viewer! CAN'T WAIT!

For more information on The Project Dance Foundation and ways to support this beautiful ministry, visit their website at www.projectdance.com

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Refuge Dance Company

10/9/2013

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Katherine Gant, Artistic Director

I had the honor in dancing with this beautiful company from September 2010 to July 2012, and it was life changing for me. Not only did I grow as a dancer, but as an individual. What I loved the most about this company, is that I was able to partake in a mission that was so much greater than me. The Artistic Director, Katherine Gant, always did such a beautiful job at presenting her God inspired work to the masses. Not only is she a powerful force and vessel that God uses in the dance industry, but her excellent character, integrity, professionalism, and her ability to treat her fellow dancers and communicate to them in such a truthful but yet patient and loving manner, reflected her maturity level in teamwork. Katherine was always even-tempered, and handled every problem with such maturity. Every performance rehearsal and performance was done in a rather smooth, sufficient, drama free, and professional manner. Katherine has an eye for detail and is a rather persistent and hard worker, as she puts her all in making sure that each performance is done with perfection; every project is strictly organic. I am thankful for the company's patience in allowing me to stumble and grow as a dancer at that time, and Katherine's openness to express the Father's heart towards me during that season of my life. I always carry a piece of the company in my heart wherever I go as I continue in my journey. Since then I have grown so much, and in the places where I was not sure, not the most secure, or weak technique-wise as a dancer has been fully healed and is being made stronger. And I have them to thank in allowing me to grow in those areas at that time. Katherine is an excellent steward of the vision that God has given her. The Father is indeed proud of her works. Love you Katherine and Refuge!

Refuge Dance Company is a collection of professional dancers from the Atlanta area. Refuge presents thought-provoking works revealing a message of love & grace.

BRING THEM IN
Bring dancers into a safe place, a safe environment filled with love, grace, healing, and compassion. A place where they can become restored and released to embrace their dance as a gift to serve others.
BUILD THEM UP
Build them up to reach their full potential as an artist. Men and women who will die to themselves, their own earthly desires for success, and die to the pride and comparison they feel in the world of dance. Build them up to understand that we have a call - to impact those around us through our dance.
SEND THEM OUT

   Send dancers out with the freedom and ability to
   communicate through their art. Send them out to
   dance in local performances, professional
   environments, churches, missionary journeys -
   wherever God calls them.

The VISION of Refuge Dance Company is to allow dancers to explore their artistic ability in a safe environment as they draw closer to one another.
The MAIN PURPOSES of Refuge Dance Company are to present innovative works that display the dancer in an authentic manner as both a person and an artist with the goal of presenting dance in a way that is accessible for everyone, and to equip and train the next generation as leaders of the dance world.

For more information about Refuge Dance Company and ways to support their ministry, go to: http://www.refugedance.org/

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Actors, Models, & Talent for Christ (AMTC)

6/9/2011

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Actors, Models, and Talent for Christ (AMTC) is a nonprofit ministry dedicated to making good bolder in film, fashion, music and theater. Through a unique faith-based educational program, AMTC teaches performers how to become positive role models in the entertainment industry, then introduces them to top media executives through its international talent convention. AMTC follows The Great Commission of Jesus Christ by preparing actors, models, singers, dancers and comedians to ‘go into the world’ of arts and entertainment with love and excellence—as reflections of Christ and His truth. AMTC’s vision is to see the Great Commission of Jesus Christ fulfilled in film, fashion, music and theater.

During the summer of 2011, I had the honor of performing in the AMTC Summer 2011 Convention in Orlando, FL, and I was indeed "spotted" by an agent. It was an amazing experience as I attended several seminars and workshops taught by top professionals of the industry and was a contestant in several showcases: cold read, on camera acting, commercial runway, dance, and voice in which I presented my talents in front of top agents of the industry. Leading up to the convention, I auditioned for AMTC in September of 2010 for hip hop dance and in order to be well-rounded in craft, I was encouraged to do other categories as well. I was given several classes and private lessons, along with online seminars and an online account loaded with information and tips about the industry and auditioning. I was also given several resources. Overall, I learned a lot about myself as an artist during this experience, and I discovered that there was more sides to myself than simply dance. I also confronted my fears, and grew as a person.

For more information about AMTC and auditions in your area, go to:
http://www.amtcworld.com/

Ashley attending the AMTC Summer 2011 Talent Convention in Orlando, FL with other contestants

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