PROFILES
Kimberley James
Kurt Stowers
Saint Kirk
Maria Holtschneider
Keshia Paulse
Kimberley James
*DANCER, CHOREOGRAPHER, INSTRUCTOR, EVENT MANAGEMENT, CREATIVE DIRECTOR*
-HIPHOP, BURLESQUE, LYRICAL, PUSSYCATDOLLS, DUETS, LADY GAGA, MJ, HIPHOP HEELS, FREESTYLE-
* VIBE ONE DANCE, UNIVERSITY OF AKL, VIVA LATINO*
Kimberley is one of NZs most experienced & popular dance instructors. Teaching Hiphop for 9years, Burlesque/Pussycatdolls for 4years, choreographing and running shows since 2003, she has been travelling and training in The States, across Asia and in Australia since 2006. Establishing Vibe One Dance Company in 02, she left to pursue her travels in mid 2000 and has since attended workshops with dancers from Americas Best Dance Crew, So You Think You Can Dance, JT's “FutureSexLoveSound” Tour, Janet Jackson, The Pussycatdolls, Monsters of Hiphop, Michael Jackson & The Black Eyed Peas.
Inspired by the MTV Video Music Awards, & musician/songwriters such as Alicia Keys, Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, Justin Timberlake, Usher, Beyonce & Amerie, she is back to launch new workshops and choreography in association with the University Rec Centre & Vibe One Dance. Helping to raise money for NZs Teen Cancer Foundation, Kimberley was Creative Director at the successful RISE DANCE SHOWCASE 09 in December of last year. Check out the RISE Trailer on facebook now!
***PREVIOUS CREDITS**
JUDGING:
“Bring it On” High School Competition, “Set it Off”, “Find Ya Freestyle” (Nationals, Mai FM, Flava 96.1)
MUSIC VIDS:
Dei Hamo “We Gon Ride”
PREVIOUS SPONSORSHIP:
“Honey” DVD, “You Got Served” DVD, Fruju Vibe.
MAGAZINE CREDITS:
Back2Basics Launch Issue, Lucire Launch Issue, Interviews -NZ Girl
QUALIFICATIONS:
Currently completing a Bachelor of Communications majoring in Creative Industries at AUT.
INSPIRED BY:
Music!! – MJ, JT, Lauren Hill, Alicia Keys, Gaga. Live shows (Lady Gaga live was phenomenal!), The MTV VMAs, Shows like GLEE that showcase musical and dance/singing talent, Positive motivated creative people, Choreographers & dancers worldwide (San Francisco's Ellen Kim & Kyle Hanagami, & NYC's Luam in particular), Travel, Film. Creativity. My friends and family. Life. Others pushing the creative boundaries and striving to reach their own highest potential - designers, musicians, actors, dancers, animators, illustrators, entrepreneurs, songwriters, photographers, film-makers and performers of all kinds. NEVER STOP!
LIFE HIGHLIGHTS:
Directing RISE for CanTeen in December of 09. That show was the pinnacle of positive energy - so many people coming together and making a difference - making their dreams become reality and joining together pro dancers, musicians, singers, songwriters, and students, all on one stage. Creatively so rewarding, and a privilege to see so many people inspiring each other.
Seeing some of my muses Justin Timberlake & Timbaland Live at Madison Square Garden (as well as 3 times at Vector in NZ!), Seeing Miss Beyonce at Madison Square Garden in NYC, Alicia Keys twice, Lady Gaga's "Monsters Ball" Tour, all the musicals (Chicago, Les Miserables, The Lion King, The Colour Purple) on Broadway, Travelling and attending workshops in beautiful cities all over the world - I've been lucky enough to attend classes in The Phillipines, Melbourne, San Francisco, NYC & Hong Kong - so amazing to see the diversity in dance, internationally :)
Having some of my past students compete and raise the bar at the Hiphop Worlds - congrats to the phenomenonally talented Parris, Reimy & Eden of World Champ girl group "ReQuest"!)
Travelling through Asia for a month & seeing the amazing shows, performances & scenery & architecture.
Training some of my students for a performance at the Auckland Salsa Ball in July of this year.
Creating choreographies, running shows and training my students up to their highest potential - its so rewarding to see your creations come to life & to see what people are capable of doing when they decide to commit to & set their minds to something and keep progressing week by week :)
Being able to do what I love as a job. It is an absolute privilege to be able to create and teach on a daily basis, meet the talented people that I do, and to collaborate with other creatives & artists consistently.
-HIPHOP, BURLESQUE, LYRICAL, PUSSYCATDOLLS, DUETS, LADY GAGA, MJ, HIPHOP HEELS, FREESTYLE-
* VIBE ONE DANCE, UNIVERSITY OF AKL, VIVA LATINO*
Kimberley is one of NZs most experienced & popular dance instructors. Teaching Hiphop for 9years, Burlesque/Pussycatdolls for 4years, choreographing and running shows since 2003, she has been travelling and training in The States, across Asia and in Australia since 2006. Establishing Vibe One Dance Company in 02, she left to pursue her travels in mid 2000 and has since attended workshops with dancers from Americas Best Dance Crew, So You Think You Can Dance, JT's “FutureSexLoveSound” Tour, Janet Jackson, The Pussycatdolls, Monsters of Hiphop, Michael Jackson & The Black Eyed Peas.
Inspired by the MTV Video Music Awards, & musician/songwriters such as Alicia Keys, Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, Justin Timberlake, Usher, Beyonce & Amerie, she is back to launch new workshops and choreography in association with the University Rec Centre & Vibe One Dance. Helping to raise money for NZs Teen Cancer Foundation, Kimberley was Creative Director at the successful RISE DANCE SHOWCASE 09 in December of last year. Check out the RISE Trailer on facebook now!
***PREVIOUS CREDITS**
JUDGING:
“Bring it On” High School Competition, “Set it Off”, “Find Ya Freestyle” (Nationals, Mai FM, Flava 96.1)
MUSIC VIDS:
Dei Hamo “We Gon Ride”
PREVIOUS SPONSORSHIP:
“Honey” DVD, “You Got Served” DVD, Fruju Vibe.
MAGAZINE CREDITS:
Back2Basics Launch Issue, Lucire Launch Issue, Interviews -NZ Girl
QUALIFICATIONS:
Currently completing a Bachelor of Communications majoring in Creative Industries at AUT.
INSPIRED BY:
Music!! – MJ, JT, Lauren Hill, Alicia Keys, Gaga. Live shows (Lady Gaga live was phenomenal!), The MTV VMAs, Shows like GLEE that showcase musical and dance/singing talent, Positive motivated creative people, Choreographers & dancers worldwide (San Francisco's Ellen Kim & Kyle Hanagami, & NYC's Luam in particular), Travel, Film. Creativity. My friends and family. Life. Others pushing the creative boundaries and striving to reach their own highest potential - designers, musicians, actors, dancers, animators, illustrators, entrepreneurs, songwriters, photographers, film-makers and performers of all kinds. NEVER STOP!
LIFE HIGHLIGHTS:
Directing RISE for CanTeen in December of 09. That show was the pinnacle of positive energy - so many people coming together and making a difference - making their dreams become reality and joining together pro dancers, musicians, singers, songwriters, and students, all on one stage. Creatively so rewarding, and a privilege to see so many people inspiring each other.
Seeing some of my muses Justin Timberlake & Timbaland Live at Madison Square Garden (as well as 3 times at Vector in NZ!), Seeing Miss Beyonce at Madison Square Garden in NYC, Alicia Keys twice, Lady Gaga's "Monsters Ball" Tour, all the musicals (Chicago, Les Miserables, The Lion King, The Colour Purple) on Broadway, Travelling and attending workshops in beautiful cities all over the world - I've been lucky enough to attend classes in The Phillipines, Melbourne, San Francisco, NYC & Hong Kong - so amazing to see the diversity in dance, internationally :)
Having some of my past students compete and raise the bar at the Hiphop Worlds - congrats to the phenomenonally talented Parris, Reimy & Eden of World Champ girl group "ReQuest"!)
Travelling through Asia for a month & seeing the amazing shows, performances & scenery & architecture.
Training some of my students for a performance at the Auckland Salsa Ball in July of this year.
Creating choreographies, running shows and training my students up to their highest potential - its so rewarding to see your creations come to life & to see what people are capable of doing when they decide to commit to & set their minds to something and keep progressing week by week :)
Being able to do what I love as a job. It is an absolute privilege to be able to create and teach on a daily basis, meet the talented people that I do, and to collaborate with other creatives & artists consistently.
Kurt Stowers
*DANCER, ACTOR, MODEL, CHOREOGRAPHER*
-HIPHOP, BBOYING, DUETS, KRUMPING, FREESTYLE, SALSA, MJ-
VIBE ONE, VARIOUS DANCE CREW, SHORTLAND ST
Kurt is one of NZs major dance & acting talents. A charismatic dancer, bboy & freestyler, he has a presence which is showcased in both his dancing & acting. He has recently appeared in a number of NZ music videos, advertisements and made his acting debut in Shortland St as “Magic Evans”. Currently in LA studying dance & attending dance workshops, he is pursuing his acting & dancing career for the next month before returning to NZ to perform with Vibe One in collaboration with CANteen & for Various Dance Crew (VDC). Kurt has also attended workshops with Kenny Wormald & Monsters of Hiphop & is helping to choreograph the Vibe One Duets & Hiphop classes in 2010.
PREVIOUS CREDITS
http://www.odd.co.nz/Default.aspx#page=portfolio;id=303;scroll=0
INSPIRED BY:
A passion and ambition for Creativity. To be surrounded by people with a similar drive & work ethic. Kurt believes that recognition is a bonus for all of the hard work and time that is put into dance, but it’s not the sole purpose. (Dance to Express, Not to Impress!)
-HIPHOP, BBOYING, DUETS, KRUMPING, FREESTYLE, SALSA, MJ-
VIBE ONE, VARIOUS DANCE CREW, SHORTLAND ST
Kurt is one of NZs major dance & acting talents. A charismatic dancer, bboy & freestyler, he has a presence which is showcased in both his dancing & acting. He has recently appeared in a number of NZ music videos, advertisements and made his acting debut in Shortland St as “Magic Evans”. Currently in LA studying dance & attending dance workshops, he is pursuing his acting & dancing career for the next month before returning to NZ to perform with Vibe One in collaboration with CANteen & for Various Dance Crew (VDC). Kurt has also attended workshops with Kenny Wormald & Monsters of Hiphop & is helping to choreograph the Vibe One Duets & Hiphop classes in 2010.
PREVIOUS CREDITS
http://www.odd.co.nz/Default.aspx#page=portfolio;id=303;scroll=0
INSPIRED BY:
A passion and ambition for Creativity. To be surrounded by people with a similar drive & work ethic. Kurt believes that recognition is a bonus for all of the hard work and time that is put into dance, but it’s not the sole purpose. (Dance to Express, Not to Impress!)
Saint Kirk
*DANCER, CHOREOGRAPHER, TUTOR, MODEL, EVENT MANAGEMENT*
-HIPHOP, HOUSE, JAZZ, LYRICAL, CONTEMPORARY, SALSA, CHEERLEADING, CABARET-
VIBE ONE, SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE FINALIST (NZ) TOP 8, SKYCITY CHEERLEADERS, SOUL OF SIREN.
Saint Kirk is a professional dancer, instructor and choreographer based in Auckland, New Zealand. Her passion, energy and zeal for all forms of dance is evident across the board, particularly apparent in her charismatic performance and instructing style. Co-choreographer & Producer for the Vibe One Dance Showcase, in association with CanTeen (NZ Teen Cancer Society), Saint & Vibe One are helping to use dance as a vehicle to raise money, support & awareness for a fantastic cause. She is a valuable part of the V1 Team & an undeniable force to be reckoned with.
PREVIOUS CREDITS:
Soul of Siren (commercial dancing) 2005-Current, T8F (2006), 2005 – 2007 Sky City Cheerleaders, So You Think You Can Dance Top 8 Female Finalist (2006)
VARIOUS DANCE SHOWS/WORKSHOPS/CORPORATE EVENTS/MUSIC VIDS
INSPIRED BY:
"This Is It – Michael Jackson movie, My own personality – Drive, passion and determination. I am like a sponge I absorb things here there and everywhere for inspiration and motivation. International dancer Rino Nakasone Razalan and Sky Hoffman are my all time favourites -they set amazing examples for other to aspire to.
The Harajuku girls (Gwen Stefani’s dancers) are amazing too, they are versatile in so many styles of hip hop."
-HIPHOP, HOUSE, JAZZ, LYRICAL, CONTEMPORARY, SALSA, CHEERLEADING, CABARET-
VIBE ONE, SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE FINALIST (NZ) TOP 8, SKYCITY CHEERLEADERS, SOUL OF SIREN.
Saint Kirk is a professional dancer, instructor and choreographer based in Auckland, New Zealand. Her passion, energy and zeal for all forms of dance is evident across the board, particularly apparent in her charismatic performance and instructing style. Co-choreographer & Producer for the Vibe One Dance Showcase, in association with CanTeen (NZ Teen Cancer Society), Saint & Vibe One are helping to use dance as a vehicle to raise money, support & awareness for a fantastic cause. She is a valuable part of the V1 Team & an undeniable force to be reckoned with.
PREVIOUS CREDITS:
Soul of Siren (commercial dancing) 2005-Current, T8F (2006), 2005 – 2007 Sky City Cheerleaders, So You Think You Can Dance Top 8 Female Finalist (2006)
VARIOUS DANCE SHOWS/WORKSHOPS/CORPORATE EVENTS/MUSIC VIDS
INSPIRED BY:
"This Is It – Michael Jackson movie, My own personality – Drive, passion and determination. I am like a sponge I absorb things here there and everywhere for inspiration and motivation. International dancer Rino Nakasone Razalan and Sky Hoffman are my all time favourites -they set amazing examples for other to aspire to.
The Harajuku girls (Gwen Stefani’s dancers) are amazing too, they are versatile in so many styles of hip hop."
Maria Holtschneider
*DANCER, MODEL, CHOREOGRAPHER, EVENT MANAGEMENT*
-HIPHOP, BURLESQUE, HOUSE, MODERN, CONTEMPORARY, BALLET, JAZZ, FREESTYLE-
VIBE ONE, ESPRIT, INTERNATIONALE
Maria is a driven and talented professional dancer & model based in Cologne, Germany. Living and dancing in Auckland, she joined forces with Vibe One Dance in 2009 & proceeded to inspire & elevate NZ's dancing scene. Appearing and competing in numerous European battles, shows & music videos, she never ceases to amaze audiences.
A multi-faceted dancer, Maria has a formidable style & incredible talent for emulating diverse forms of choreography. Trained extensively in ballet since the age of 4, this charismatic model and dancer moved onto to jazz, contemporary, lyrical, modern and house styles, eventually focussing on Hiphop choreography and freestyle.
Joining forces with Vibe One in 2009, this amazing performer has a brilliant dance career ahead of her.
PREVIOUS CREDITS:
Too many European Workshops, Shows & Tours to mention! Boogiezone workshops worldwide.
Model, Esprit 2006-2008 (Germany)
QUALIFICATIONS:
Currently completing a Bachelor of International Business & Event Management
INSPIRED BY:
"Music. People. Dance in all Forms. Dancing in my life.."
-HIPHOP, BURLESQUE, HOUSE, MODERN, CONTEMPORARY, BALLET, JAZZ, FREESTYLE-
VIBE ONE, ESPRIT, INTERNATIONALE
Maria is a driven and talented professional dancer & model based in Cologne, Germany. Living and dancing in Auckland, she joined forces with Vibe One Dance in 2009 & proceeded to inspire & elevate NZ's dancing scene. Appearing and competing in numerous European battles, shows & music videos, she never ceases to amaze audiences.
A multi-faceted dancer, Maria has a formidable style & incredible talent for emulating diverse forms of choreography. Trained extensively in ballet since the age of 4, this charismatic model and dancer moved onto to jazz, contemporary, lyrical, modern and house styles, eventually focussing on Hiphop choreography and freestyle.
Joining forces with Vibe One in 2009, this amazing performer has a brilliant dance career ahead of her.
PREVIOUS CREDITS:
Too many European Workshops, Shows & Tours to mention! Boogiezone workshops worldwide.
Model, Esprit 2006-2008 (Germany)
QUALIFICATIONS:
Currently completing a Bachelor of International Business & Event Management
INSPIRED BY:
"Music. People. Dance in all Forms. Dancing in my life.."
Keshia Paulse
*DANCER, SINGER, SONGWRITER, MUSICIAN, TEACHER, PERFORMER*
-DANCEHALL, HIPHOP, ZOUK, SALSA-
FINALIST FOR NZ SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR 2009, CITY DANCE, NZ IDOL FINALIST (TOP 8).
Keshia Paulse is a driven, multi-talented & inspiring young dancer, singer and songwriter. Her effervescent energy and charisma lights up the stage in all she chooses to do, with her abilities & stage presence continuing to go from strength to strength.
Collaborating with Vibe One Dance on numerous occasions, Keshia is a dedicated, uplifting, positive performer & teacher. Recently nominated for The NZ Songwriter of the Year title and having just returned from the Zouk congress in Brisbane Australia, she is currently completing her Bachelor of Music at Auckland University. A brilliant young artist, Keshia is, without a doubt, a superstar-in-the-making.
PREVIOUS CREDITS:
http://www.aucklandmusic.com/wp/songwriter-of-the-year-2009/
New Zealand Idol Top 8
NZ Songwriter of the Year Nomination and Finalist - Performance Oct 09
Sky City Singer - with singing group TRINTY
QUALIFICATIONS:
Currently completing a Bachelor of Music Studies at Auckland University.
INSPIRED BY:
Family and friends, just life.
Listen to and love singers like Alicia, Billie Holiday, India Arie, Jill Scott, Beyonce.
I'm loving growing as a performer at the moment, learning a lot about myself.
LIFE HIGHLIGHTS:
Travelling to Brazil and Jamaica.
NZ Songwriter of the Year Performance in Oct 09. Teaching troubled Youth.
Recording my E.P which will be released soon.
www.myspace.com/keshiamusic
-DANCEHALL, HIPHOP, ZOUK, SALSA-
FINALIST FOR NZ SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR 2009, CITY DANCE, NZ IDOL FINALIST (TOP 8).
Keshia Paulse is a driven, multi-talented & inspiring young dancer, singer and songwriter. Her effervescent energy and charisma lights up the stage in all she chooses to do, with her abilities & stage presence continuing to go from strength to strength.
Collaborating with Vibe One Dance on numerous occasions, Keshia is a dedicated, uplifting, positive performer & teacher. Recently nominated for The NZ Songwriter of the Year title and having just returned from the Zouk congress in Brisbane Australia, she is currently completing her Bachelor of Music at Auckland University. A brilliant young artist, Keshia is, without a doubt, a superstar-in-the-making.
PREVIOUS CREDITS:
http://www.aucklandmusic.com/wp/songwriter-of-the-year-2009/
New Zealand Idol Top 8
NZ Songwriter of the Year Nomination and Finalist - Performance Oct 09
Sky City Singer - with singing group TRINTY
QUALIFICATIONS:
Currently completing a Bachelor of Music Studies at Auckland University.
INSPIRED BY:
Family and friends, just life.
Listen to and love singers like Alicia, Billie Holiday, India Arie, Jill Scott, Beyonce.
I'm loving growing as a performer at the moment, learning a lot about myself.
LIFE HIGHLIGHTS:
Travelling to Brazil and Jamaica.
NZ Songwriter of the Year Performance in Oct 09. Teaching troubled Youth.
Recording my E.P which will be released soon.
www.myspace.com/keshiamusic
