Founder + Artistic Director
CurrentLuminesque Dance is the heels dance program and show, guaranteed to make you glow! Our mission is to provide expertly-designed heels dance training and public dance shows that serve as a safe and empowering space to explore and celebrate otherwise repressed expressions of self and sexuality.Whether you’re new to dance or a lifelong lover of movement, we have space for you to shine in our program. Our expertly designed courses help you safely develop heels dance technique, and empower you with the confidence to perform in front of thousands of supporters at our legendary shows.Our PROGRESS program guides beginner to advanced dancers through a comprehensive deep dive into the context, history, foundations, skills, technique and performance of heels dance style. The cast of 300+ dancers then celebrates their achievements through a larger-than-life show at one of Vancouver’s premier venues to a supportive audience of thousands of friends and family. These courses are five months long, divided into four levels, and do not require an audition.Our EXPRESS program rapidly challenges advanced dancers to develop artistry, storytelling and performance quality through ensemble and solo pieces of choreography to an intimate audience. This training program allows seasoned dancers to go beyond learning technique, and collaborate with renowned directors to hone their craft and put together an impactful performance. This program requires an audition and is designed for dancers with strong foundational technique.Kindness, support, community, inclusivity and positivity are the core values of our business. We believe in supporting each other, treating ourselves and others with love and respect, and giving back to the larger community.
