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Finding Your Groove - Creative Movement through Hip-Hop
Program Categories
Educational Programs, Dance
Audience Age
elementary and middle schoolers
Let's face it, kids love to dance. 'Ooch' loves to dance. Why not combine the two?
'Ooch' has been dancing since the age of 9 and specializes in the art of tap and hiphop.
'Finding Your Groove' is an hour-long, strongly interactive performance that
starts kids on their way to 'finding their own groove,' literally! The show focuses on
creative movement through hip-hop and also gets kids thinking about doing things
simply for the fun of it rather than letting 'coolness' get in the way.
A professional DJ, 'Ooch' uses today's music and (edited and clean, of course) to
get the kids moving. He begins the show with 'finding your bounce,' a great way to
find the beat and have fun at the same time.
Throughout the show, 'Ooch' will
assign easy hip-hop style moves to the boys and to the girls. Each gender gets their
'own' moves as we know that some moves aren't cool to do when you are a boy.
Influenced strongly by tap, 'Ooch' fuses hip-hop and step dancing together and gets
his audience using their hands as well as their feet. By the end of the show the kids
are laughing and dancing, and the teachers usually find themselves both 'grooving'
and surprised to find who really gets into it!
This program focuses on finding a general beat in a song and moving to it, learning
how to follow directions in a dance-formatted activity and getting kids excited about
the idea of dance, regardless of gender.
$500.
Group Size
unlimited
Program Length
60 minutes
A clean stage or performance area 15’X20’ minimum. Artist provides his own sound amplification. Access to one electrical outlet. Extension chords should be available if electrical outlet is a distance from the performance site.
Last Modified
01/29/2009
Recent Library/School Appearances by Ooch X
Jonathan Bourne Library
Bourne, MA
(508) 759-0644
Sandwich Public Library
Sandwhich, MA
(508) 888-0625
Mashpee Public Library
Mashpee, MA
(508) 539-1435
Performer’s Contact Information
Ooch X
Brett Outchcunis9B Hawthorne Village
Franklin, MA 02038
Testimonials
"Brett Outchcunis is a wealth of talent and an untapped resource for children's programs. He has a superlative ability to communicate with children and people that draws them into a performance. Brett taught at my school for two years and I have students who, at the time were only four years old, still asking when he will be coming back. He lights up a room and keeps children glued to the show with his effervescent personality, which is matched only by his technical ability."
Nicole Guinard - Artistic Director, En L'air Dance Theatre - Westport, MA
"The incredible positive energy and enthusiasm that Brett brings to his teaching of dance is highly motivating and infectious! Each week he not only gets the kids on their feet and moving but has them coming into the studio with palpable energy that seems to lift them off the dance floor. He has a rare charm and skill that keeps his young students highly energized yet focused so that they work hard, laugh a lot and strive to meet the challenges he puts before them. My daughter couldn't wait to show anyone and everyone who would watch the new steps she learned with Brett. What started as a desire to win Brett's approval quickly turned into her deep sense of pride and confidence in her own accomplishments!
In a time when our pop culture provides many role models with questionable behaviors and traits, Brett is a bright and refreshing example of what parents want for their children. He is able to be "way cool" in the kids' eyes while always demonstrating his sincere respect, kindness and consideration towards all. Brett is a gem that we regret having to share with the West Coast!! We all hope he comes back soon!"
Cindi Zembo - Dance Mom - Westport, MA
"Students love Brett (Ooch) Outchcunis! His warmth and great sense of humor create a rapport with kids of all ages. He is my students' favorite classroom guest, hands down. His yo-yo skills are top notch and having him visit is always a special treat!"
Wandra Harmsen - 5th Grade Teacher, Morse Pond School - Falmouth, MA
"Brett Outchcunis worked for The Wareham Recreation Department for approximately 9 months. During Brett's employment, he taught a variety of classes. Classes that he instructed were: Ballroom Dancing for Adults, Hip Hop Dance for Teens, Yo-Yo Workshop/Lessons for Youths, and about a half dozen Preschool Classes. Brett's strongest talents are adaptability, honesty, and enthusiasm.
There were several times that Brett made spontaneous decisions and was able to "pitch-in" and assist in a moments notice; he is a real team player. Brett always seemed like he had hidden lesson plans ready to go! As a Recreation Director, I was very impressed with Brett's teaching style, repore with children, and enthusiasm. Every Director would love to have a "Brett" on their staff full time."
Candice Hemenway - Director of Wareham Recreation Department - Wareham, MA