New Faculty: Tanya Berg and Shauneese Morrison
The Dance Class is proud to introduce two new members to our creative team for the 2014/2015 season.
Tanya Berg– Cecchetti Exam Ballet and Pointe
M.A., NBS-TTP (Dip), A.I.S.T.D. (CSB)
Tanya Berg is a graduate of Canada’s National Ballet School Teacher Training Program and is currently pursuing a PhD in Dance Studies at York University. Tanya has taught at the University of Toronto in the Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education since 2003. She has recently presented papers at academic conferences in Montreal (2012) and Angers, France (2014). Tanya is a Cecchetti syllabus teacher who enjoys sharing her knowledge and love of ballet with students throughout Ontario.
Shauneese Morrison- Jazz, Tap, Acro and Contemporary
Shauneese began her dance training at the age of 3 at the renowned Joanne Chapman School of Dance studio. She has over 20 years of extensive training in Jazz, Tap, Ballet, Hip Hop, Contemporary, and Acrobatics. Shauneese graduated from McMaster University where she obtained a Honours BA in Political Science. As a teacher, she holds a teaching certificate in Stage and Acro with The British Association of Teachers of Dancing and is a member of the Royal Academy of Dance.
Shauneese’s choreography continues to win numerous awards and overalls both regionally and nationally in a variety of dance genres. Many of her students have been submitted into prestigious dance programs and have gone on to pursue successful careers in dance.
Shauneese ensures her choreography and knowledge of dance is always at the forefront as she teaches and attends various workshops throughout North America. With her various roles in film and music videos, she is able to provide her students with valuable knowledge for those who have a passion to pursue dance both recreationally and professionally. Her goal as a teacher / choreographer is to create an environment that results in continuous growth, improvement and brings her students’ talents and abilities to new heights. She is excited to bring her dynamic personality to The Dance Class and looks forward to providing inspirational and exceptional training to her students.