"You should never stop learning in life. The day I stop learning is the day I will lose passion for my work and have to quit....that day should never come as I love my work to much for that. It's fun, makes me feel alive and brings me such contentment and happiness" EMMA-JANE
Emma Jane has been in the Performing Arts industry all her life and has performed in the West End, television and various other professional performances - Wembley Arena for World Dance, fashion shows, cabaret in and around the UK.
She has choreographed, directed and produced many shows - musicals, pantomimes, dinner dances, fashion shows, showcases, variety shows as well as choreographing the leading Thames Valley Chorus Barbershoppers to their silver trophy win in Harrogate. She has also been on BBC Radio 'Under the Spotlight' and has worked at The Mill in Sonning for the actors retirement charity.
Emma-Jane will also work with complete non-performers and produced, directed and choreographed Cinderella for ING Direct. She sometimes works with the Cameo Dancers at venues across the UK.
Her varied CV allows her to keep learning and improving her passion.
Emma-Jane enjoys teaching dance, whether it be with groups, or one to one sessions. She works closely with her classes, clients, groups to find the perfect compliment in their dance/movement/performance/presentation skills. She is CRB checked, Insured, Qualified and First Aid trained.
"Everybody has a rhythm, it's just not everyone knows what to do with it!"
Emma-Jane supports her local Theatre group HAODS and also the much loved Kenton Theatre in Henley on Thames. She danced for 6 hours on Sunday 24th January to raise money for the Kenton Theatre. The Danceathon was a huge success and between her and her colleagues over £1,000 was raised.
RECENT CREDITS Emma-Jane most recently choreographed Beauty and the Beast at Norden Farm with Maidenhead Players (Director Lloyd White) and West Side Story for HAODS (Director Lloyd White). She thoroughly enjoys working with these societies and the enthusiasm and energy that the cast members give. Emma-Jane will be working alongside Lloyd White for the HAODS Autumn production of Little Shop of Horrors in 2011.
"Choreography isn't just about producing good dance routines. It is about moving the performers/dancers to give dimension, dynamic, interesting, story telling routines that will hold the eye of the audience and be powerful enough to leave you wanting more......"
Emma-Jane teaches all ages and has adult classes in Tap and Dance. No-one is to old to dance and tap is a great way to exercise both physically and emotionally! She also runs a Mature Ladies Dance Class which allows you to be free whilst getting fit and above all having lots of fun! (please see schedule for days/times)
"Tap Dancing is a great way to engage the brain, incorporate rhythm and release your energies in a style that is personal to each individual. Classes are designed to stretch and develop your skills in a safe and positive teaching environment. No week is the same and the challenge of tap will leave you feeling refreshed and ready to take on the world! Thanks to Lord of the dance and recent dancing programmes on tv, tap has become a more popular dance. I love the freedom of tap, it's exhilarating and so much fun......."
"Don't be afraid to dance.....we can all do it!"
"Everyone can dance...."
With the right instruction, time and development, you should never be afraid to explore your inner self and release your energies with dance. It is a great way to be free and have fun whether it be on a dance floor, in a class, or on a stage....
Emma-Jane works closely with individuals, groups, non-performers, performers, solo artists and anyone who just wants to enjoy themselves with dance. Whether you are in a class or having a prviate one2one session, Emma-Jane will ensure you are given correct advice on what you are trying to achieve.
Please visit the schedule page for information on classes
PRESENTATION
"To present and perform you have to be confident in what you are trying to achieve.... You're natural ability is something that is bursting to come out.....and once the zone has been found then you can come out of your comfort......"
Being able to sing, dance and act is one thing. Being able to perform is another. Emma-Jane will work with your energies to gain the best performance and presentation piece from you, it is a natural process that can take days, weeks or months. Once the fear of performance has gone then the presentation will follow naturally....
Emma-Jane has taught for over 17 years.She has learnt so much on her journey that she enjoys sharing with her clients, groups, one2one sessions.
"You should never stop learning in life. The day I stop learning is the day I will lose passion for my work and have to quit....that day should never come as I love my work to much for that. It's fun, makes me feel alive and brings me such contentment and happiness"