océanne

Age: 24

Years with Alliance:  4

At what age did you start dancing?: I started dancing at 3 years old.

What’s your best memory with the Alliance so far?: The final championships of the first season in Ottawa, during during which Dance Pak performed.

Who’s your dance icon?:  Because she perfectly combines my two favorite art forms, sining and dancing, Tata McRae.

What do you like / what are you looking forward to experiencing while dancing with the Alliance ?:  I'm looking forward to feeling the energy of the crowd in stands again.

What would you be doing, if not dance ?: I would sing ( and miss dancing terribly)!

What is the essential item in your dance bag ?: My small portable fan.

What is your "go-to" song for dancing ?: I prefer not to wait for the song, if it has a beat, we dance!

Do you have any rituals or superstitions before a performance ?: Not really, just a well-defined preparation routine!

What three words best describe your dance style ?:  Accessible, expressive, precise.

What advice would you give to a young dancer ?:  Go for it! You will have to go through discomfort to develop new skills. Also, you don't have the energy or time to waste worrying about what others will think of your art.