We are very excited to announce that our very own Audrey Benson aka Queen Tut of Essence will be teaching her first class @ OGRAPHY STUDIOS this coming Tuesday, September 11.


Please support her by taking class! We've seen her grow tremendously in such a short period of time and she continues to push forward day by day. She's a persistent learner, a DOPE teacher, and one hell of a strong woman!

COME AND TAKE CLASS!!!!!!!!!

Where: 6767 W Sunset Blvd Suite 15
Hollywood, CA 90028
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays 7-8pm
Price: $15

Some of her choreography






Assisting Aiko's class

Hello all!  This is April, writing on behalf of Essence!

I just wanted to quickly thank everyone who who came out to our workshop in Vegas this past weekend.  The turnout was amazing and we had the best time being there.  Thank you toGroove Community for giving us the opportunity to share our passion with you all.  Thank you for being so open minded and willing to learn and for giving us a great environment to teach in.  Learning routines in class is one thing, but leading class is definitely a different experience.  As a teacher this weekend, I was pleased to be in class with such a friendly group of people.. oh, and did I forget, madd talented?!  You all are amazing dancers.  Thank you for being good to us and for chillin with us at Sonic's afterwards!!!!  Ya, so what if I didn't know how to order my food at the drive-in?!?

Thank you for posting these videos too!  If anybody has pictures, please send them our way!  We had a great time there and hope that you all had just as much fun as we did!

Videos

1)  Aimee Lucas--Gen2
2)  April Rodriguez--Supergalactic Beat Manipulators
3)  Audrey Benson and Candace Brown--Breed Los Angeles
4)  Gigi Torres--Founder of Essence

 

Aimee Lucas

 

April Rodriguez

Audrey Benson and Candace Brown

Gigi Torres

Again, thank you all sooooooooo much!!!!!

Just be, and live <33

Essence Workshop in Las Vegas coming to you on Saturday August 11th! Come join us for 4 classes from the Essence Ladies and Essence's own Audge Podge for her 21st bday!

Workshop hosted by Groove straight from the 702

Sponsored by Paradise Mango Rum

Raffles and Giveaways - Essence gear, Paradise Mango Rum Samples (after class...ha), 2 tickets to see Essence's own Harmony Costa in STOMP at Planet Hollywood Vegas

Classes by Gigi Torres (Director/Founder, FunksLA, Breed OCLA), Aimee Lucas (Gen2/The Company), Candace Brown (FunksLA, Breed OCLA), Audrey Benson (Breed OCLA), April Rodriguez (Super Galactic), etc.

Questions? Message us...

 

May 16, 2006

Group 1 w/ candace, kasil, and teresa


Group 2 w/ anna and moe


Group 3


Group 4 w/ april, judy, and chanel


Group 5 w/ gigi


Group 6 : couples--kayce, twitch, april, ivan, anna, and nick


Group 7: ESSENCE
judy, moe, anna, april, gigi, candace, kasil, teresa, chanel


thank you Boogiezone.com!!

We would like to thank all of our supporters for all their love throughout our run. We love you and we hope for your continued love and support!

Past Events:
November 28, 2005 - Choreographer's Carnival at the Key Club
Dec. 17, 2005 - Culture Shock Vegas Show "Takin' it to the Streets"
Feb. 26, 2006 - Vibe 11 at the Bren Center
Mar. 25, 2006 - CPAC Performance by Trinte
April 21, 2006 - The Highlands
April 26, 2006 - Choreographer's Carnival at the Key Club
April 28, 2006 - The Avalon - Hot Import Nights

Upcoming Events:
May 19, 2006 - Aqua Lounge for LAUSD Benefit
TBA - Filming for Television Segment for "Foreign Policy" aired on E! and Bravo TV
TBA - Essence Photoshoot

Proud to Announce that Essence Dance Company is Sponsored by "Foreign Policy Clothing Collection."

www.foreignpolicyclothing.com







We were noticed by a representative at the Vibe 11 Show in Irvine held at the Bren Events Center. We are very excited about our new sponsorship and hope to create and great relationship with these wonderful people.

We recently received our Essence Jackets, Logo coming soon!

Foreign Policy: "At the heart of our service is delivering clothes for women who see the world as their playground. They have a unique desire to explore, create and learn from their atmosphere. Their sense of exploration has led them from their backyards to foreign lands from comfort to challenges. On their journey, they find strength, individuality, purpose, and quality. This policy is foreign to most, but personal to the one who lives by it everyday."

Wow...perfect match for Essence?

We will be filming their 6 minute TV segment to be aired on E! TV and Bravo TV soon. Be on the lookout!