The Ultimate Summer Dance Camp!

Krisna Martinez, a Texas native, studied with Buddy and Susan Trevino at the University of the Incarnate Word.

As a member of the UIW Ballet Company, she performed original works by Susan Trevino including Voices and Women, and classics like Paquita and Tarantella di Napoli. She also choreographed Mirror Image, The Garden and Fire, Women and Dangerous Things. While at UIW Krisna studied and performed in Oklahoma, New York City and Texas, and graduated with a BA in English, Minor in Dance and a Masters in Teaching.

For two years Krisna taught and performed with Georgina Morgan & Co. After graduation Krisna moved to New York City where she did post graduate work at NYU, and performed at the 92nd Street Y, Fredrick Lowe theater, and the Joria theater. She was a guest choreographer in NYC for EyeBlink Productions showcasing original work, Inception Point and The Road Not Taken.

For the past six years Krisna has been teaching jazz and modern, and has had the opportunity to work for various dance workshops and is extremely excited about her summer with IRA.

Alivia Cotton is a native of Concord,NH and holds a B.A degree in Dance from Dean College in Franklin, Mass. She is a member of Phunk Phenomenon, America's Best Dance Crew Season 6 3rd place champs.

Alivia is a dancer, performer and teacher in the New England region. She has studied under Kelly Peters, Luam, Rhapsody, Geo Hubela, Olisa Thompson and Cecily, who are Missy Elliot's choreographers, Marty Kudelka and more in the Hip–Hop world. In the Tap world she has had the honor and privilege to dance at The Duke Theatre on 42nd street, has been on tour with the Musical Production of Clara's Dream, a jazz tap production of the Nutcracker. She has also studied under Harold Cromer, Chloe and Maud Arnold, Jason Samuels Smith, Dr.Jimmy Slyde, Dr.RobertReed, Michelle Dorrance, Rocky Mendes and many more.

Alivia was one of two dancers chosen to sign a contract with MSA, McDonald Selznick Association talent agency, based out of New York City. She has had the opportunity to experience many music videos and knows what it takes to successfully land an audition. She has been a camp counselor since the age of 15 and has loved every year of it. Alivia is so excited to be part of Inter Rhythms Arts Dance Camp this summer! I can't wait! See you all soon :–)

Alivia Cotton Bio

Katharine Pettit is a Choreographer, and dance teacher from New York City. Her work started in St. Louis, and continued regionally in productions of "Pippin", "Beehive:the 60's musical" and "Mack&Mabel" (among many other productions). Recently she choreographed "Thoroughly Modern Millie" at the Gallery Players in Brooklyn, NY, which garnered a "Review Fix End of the Year 2009 award." The Gallery Players then re-hired her to choreograph the exciting new musical "Top of the Heap." For "Top of the Heap" she collaborated alongside the producers, writers, and composer.
Katharine adores teaching as well. With over a decade of experience with all age-groups, Katie feels she can teach anyone at any level, and make the experience fun and rewarding. She looks forward to a fulfilling, challenging summer here at Inter Rhythm Arts!

As an honors graduate from Marymount Manhattan College in NYC, Kathryn Luckstone combines her love for theater with her extensive knowledge as a dancer. Classically trained in ballet, Kathryn uses a wide variety of styles to influence the theatricality of her pieces. Ranging from Argentine tango to stage combat, her choreographic inspirations stem from various cultures and techniques.

As a dance instructor for six years, Kathryn works with students on their ability to use dance to convey emotion and ultimately to tell a story. She encourages the building of a character to differentiate from a routine while using a core technical foundation for the dancers to build upon. Also trained in Fosse technique, she emphasizes musicality and physical nuances to enrich the choreography.

Kathryn has choreographed musicals such as “Brigadoon”, “Sweet Charity” “Red, Hot and Blue”, “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”, “Summer Kisses”, “Lulu” and “Working”. Kathryn is delighted to be a part of InterRhythm Arts and believes in the mission to create a challenging program while maintaining a non-competitive and nurturing environment.

Is a recent masters graduate from NYU, she teaches, choreographs and directs the CAC Student Dance Company in New Rochelle N.Y. where she is facilitating students' choreography, teaching technique, providing performance opportunities and making interdisciplinary connections through choreography.

She is also the director of Illuminations Dancing for Global Awareness, a modern dance company which has recently received notable recognition from various networks and choreographers in NYC. Christina Coleman received her dance training at NYU, Avery Ballet Company, Fredericksburg, VA, Classics Dance theater, Greenwich, CT, and Coleman School of Dance, New Rochelle NY and various dance studios in NYC. She performed with all of these various schools as well as with several choreographers in Manhattan including Deborah Damast, Diane Duggan and Krisna Martinez. Christina Coleman has also worked for Nejla Yatkin and Lisa Avery. Her choreography has been performed on various stages in NYC and she is excited to continue with her choreography related to pressing social issues. For more information regarding Illuminations Dancing for Global Awareness visit http://www.illuminationsdance.com

Amber Nichols, a Texas native, graduated from Dallas Baptist University with a BS in Psychology. For the past five years, Amber has taught English Language Arts/Reading at the Junior High level. She was a student of dance, from the ages of 5-18, at Kitty Carter's Dance Factory in Dallas, Texas.

As a teacher, Amber believes that it is her responsibility to nurture and inspire her students. She looks forward to furthering that responsibility in her role as chaperone. Amber is very excited to be working with InterRhythm Arts and helping to create an amazing experience for each and every camper.