Danielle Hughes
About
I enjoy sharing my experience, education, and passion for the world of dance with those who are interested in learning to dance themselves.
Highlights
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
When working with a new student, I always introduce myself again, and then each lesson begins with a gentle warm up appropriate for both the student and the lesson. The sessions progress in the specific course for which they are designed, and/or requested by the student and to accomodate a level which provides the most opportunity for growth.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Performance Experience
Mount Airy Casino and Resort Dancer Swiftwater, PA - December 2007
Ceaser’s Cove Haven Dancer Pocono’s , Hamlin, PA – Oct. 2007
Ceaser’s Pocono Palace Dancer Pocono’s , Marshall’s Creek, PA –May - Oct. 2007
Busch Gardens Theme Park Dancer Tampa, FL –July 2004-July 2005
Moroccan Roll, American Beat, Irish Thunder
American Jukebox, Christmas Celebration, Depraved Reality
Amphitheater (Night Club) Featured Dancer Tampa FL, - Feb. 2005 – July 2005
*back up dancer for national recording artist Tina Novak
Franz Harary, International Magician Dancer Tampa, FL – December, 2004
Imagine Nation
Philadelphia Soul Pro AFL Team Dancer Philadelphia, PA –Aug. 2004-July 2005
*performed in conjunction with national recording artist Bon Jovi and Simple Plan
A# Sharp Production Company Interactive Dancer Philadelphia, PA 2002
Broadway Dance Center Dancer New York, NY 2001
Professional Showcase Dancer
Philadelphia Thanksgiving Day Parade Corps Philadelphia, PA 2000
Red Barons AAA Pro Baseball Dancer Scranton, PA 2000
*performed in conjunction with national recording artists Run DMC, Mary Mary, and Voice 5
World’s Fair “Expo ‘92” Ensemble Seville, Spain 1992
Choreography
Mohegan Sun Casino Asst. Choreographer Pittston, PA – 2008
Head Choreographer – Sarah Scherger
Pioneers AF2 Arena Football Choreographer Wilkes-Barre, PA 2006-2008
Education
Temple University BFA: Dance and Choreography Philadelphia, PA ; graduated 2003
Ballet: Joselli Deans (Dance Theatre of Harlem), Tim Early, April Goldberg, Ann Marie Turi
Tap: Germaine Salsberg, Ann Marie Turi
Jazz: Frank Hatchett, Roni Koresh, Tracie Stanfield, Henry Roy, Milsy Mason, Lynne Mariani
Hip-Hop: Jermaine Brown, Crystal Frazier, Heather Karnish-Romanaskas
African: Kariamu Welsh-Asante, Cheryl Stevens
Flamenco: Ricky Santiago, Val Mayorga
Workshops and Intensives
Broadway Dance Center New York, NY
Cornelius Carter Philadelphia, PA
Missy Elliot Scranton, PA
42nd Street Tour Scranton, PA
Paul Taylor Scranton, PA
Teaching Experience
Scranton Dance Center Ballet, Pre-Ballet, Pointe, Tap, Jazz, Scranton, PA 09/09-10/2017
(Owner/director) Modern, Hip-Hop, Zumba
Marywood University Modern, Body Awareness, Fundamentals Scranton, PA 04/2012- 10/2017
Of Dance
The Conservatory at Wilkes University Jazz Wilkes-Barre, PA 2012-2013
UnoFitness Hip-Hop Fitness Scranton, PA 05/07-05/08
Turi Studio of Dance and Fitness Ballet, Pre-Ballet, Pointe, Tap, Jazz Scranton, PA 03/06- 06/09
Modern, Hip-Hop
Doylestown Dance Center Ballet, Jazz, Competitve Tap Doylestown, PA 09/03-/06/04
Napoli School of Music and Dance Ballet, Tap, Hip-Hop Springfield, PA 09/02- 06/04
Beacon Program Hip-Hop Philadelphia, PA 2003
(state-subsidized program in Inner City Philadelphia)
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Please contact me for pricing details.
How did you get started teaching?
While in college earning my degree in dance I began teaching. I found it to be a natural progression. Being an extension of my education, and helpful to my studies in choreography.
What types of students have you worked with?
All types! I have worked with students of all levels, ages and abilities. From novice to advanced, and teaching several different genres including Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Modern, Lyrical, Hip-Hop, Basic Ballroom and Preschool Gymnastics. I have also worked for many years with students who have special needs.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
I might advise someone to find a teacher whose background experience you find relevant and qualifing, and to discuss the goals of the lessons before deciding on an instructor.