Tuesday, February 24, 2009

Fun Faculty Facts

Here are some fun facts about Danny Wallace, one of our amazing tap teachers. He has performed with "Tap Dogs" in Vegas and as an opening act for Leann Rimes. His latest project is "Tap The Map", where he and two of his friends drive around the country, hosting "in studio" tap workshops with the hope of keeping the art of tap alive and thriving. For more fun information read on!

Born: San Francisco, CA

Family: One brother a year younger then me and two amazing parents

Favorite Food: Sushi

Favorite Movie: Scream

Favorite Book: No One Deserves To Be Here More Than You

Favorite TV Show: Lost

Favorite Color: Blue

Favorite Place In The World: The house I grew up in

Do you have any pets: Other then mice and roaches, I have a shih tzu

Pets names: Widdle

Age started dancing: 8

Greatest influence in dance: My tap teacher, Nina Ragio

What do you think are the qualities of a good dancer? Hard workers, people that are open to learn, change and grow

As a teacher, what is your main goal each convention weekend? Spreading my knowledge and love of tap dancing, and to inspire kids to try new things

What one thing would you like all young dancers to walk away with after each weekend workshop? More confidence then they came in with

Do you have dreams? Every night. And everyday.

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