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Luis Abella

Dance; Dance: Ballet

Luis was born in Cuba and began studying ballet in 1983 with many of the best ballet Masters of the country. There, he studied the methodology and history of classical ballet. He graduated from the National School of Ballet in Havana, Cuba in 1991. Luis has performed all over the world as a Principal Dancer and soloist with many renowned ballet companies including the National Ballet of Cuba, under the direction of Alicia Alonso, Bellas Artes Nacional of Mexico, the Minnesota Ballet, and the University of Miami Ballet, under director Rosario Suarez. Luis is also the artistic director of the St. Augustine Ballet. Luis is an ABT® Certified Teacher, who has successfully completed the ABT® Teacher Training Intensive in Primary through Level 7 & Partnering of the ABT® National Training Curriculum.

Zoika Garcia

Dance; Dance: Ballet; Dance: Choreography; Dance: Ethnic; Dance: Modern; Dance: Other

Zoika Garcia is the founder of Zoika's Dance in St. Augustine, Florida. A professional dancer, choreographer, and teacher, Zoika is a former principal dancer with the National Opera of Cuba and Capezio Ballet of Bolivia. She has traveled extensively as a dancer and choreographer, participating in festivals and winning awards at international competitions in ballet and contemporary genres. Zoika is the former artistic director and choreographer of Capezio Ballet in Bolivia and the founder of ZoikaDance in Guatemala. A native of Cuba, Zoika attended the Superior Institute of Art in Havana, where she earned a Master’s Degree in Ballet and Fine Arts with honors. She went on to earn post-graduate teaching degrees in Ballet and Character Dance Methodology, and a certificate in Musical Theater and Dance from Opera Lyrical of Cuba. Zoika’s teaching credits include the school of the National Ballet of Cuba and the Superior Institute of Art in Havana. Zoika is committed to nurturing her students’ growth as dancers, as well as their confidence in every aspect of life. She is passionate about providing young dancers of all dance genres with performance opportunities in St. Augustine. As a mission-driven school, Zoikas Dance is committed to sharing dance performances with children who might not otherwise be able to attend through partnerships with local nonprofits and schools serving children in St. Johns County.

Taylor Olin

Dance; Literature; Literature: Poetry; Music; Music: Instrumental; Music: Vocal; Theatre: Acting

Taylor is a 24-year old independent artist born in St. Augustine. From music, writing, styling, design, modeling, acting, and a strong passion for both artistic and athletic forms of movement, there's no one form of expression that she doesn't feel connected to or inspired by. She was heavily involved with performing arts all throughout school as well as photography, editing, and design in her free time. She loves keeping busy with multiple projects while maintaining a strong drive in evolving/shaping a healthy and sustained world. Tayler's greatest inspiration is nature itself and feels it's her duty as a human to do her best to preserve it. In 2018, Taylor established the band Dust Fuss. She currently sings and plays tambourine for Orlando-based psych-rock band, Timothy Eerie. She also plays solo acoustic sets and experimental hip-hop/spoken word shows.

Skin and Bonz

Dance; Music; Old Florida Hoedowns

Joy D'Elia, Tommy Bledsoe, and Kathe O'Donnelly present a fast-paced, entertaining program of square dancing, storytelling, and sing-along music. Tommy is an experienced teacher and caller of traditional square dances, reels, big circle dances, and play party games. Joy and Kathe provide strong harmony singing, along with Florida State Banjo champion Tommy's vocals, picking and dance calling, make this an exciting interactive program. Skin & Bonz present a family program that can be adjusted to suit any age. Shows last approximately 1 to 1 1/2 hours. For prices and booking, call Tommy at 904-806-3921.

Scholars Word

Dance; Folk Art: Storytelling; Music; Music: Composition; Music: Instrumental; Music: Other; Music: Vocal

Scholars Word reggae/dub -Homegrown reggae from the heart! Scholars Word takes everything good about reggae and weave it together in a new way, staying true to the roots of the music without sounding cliché or imitative. Their steady, dub pumping bass lines and energetic rhythms combine with a well-proportioned mix of guitar melodies, saxophone jams, and upbeat keyboard effects to produce a completely genuine and electrifying reggae sound. Pair that with lead singer Bryce Creighton’s clear, soothing voice, which captivates on tracks like “Good Feelin” and Searchin,” and you’ve got yourself an band that sounds remarkable from start to finish. And, as if all that weren’t enough, the lyrics of each song provide enlightened social commentary and life lessons that will make you think about the kind of positive impact you can make on the people around you. In addition Scholars Word has been fortunate enough to have played with many of the top artists including: Damian Marley, Ziggy Marley & the Melody Makers, Ky-Mani Marley, Julian Marley, Sizzla, Buju Banton, Capleton, Steel Pulse, Burning Spear, The Wailers, Israel Vibration, Don Carlos, Anthony B, Bushman, Mad Professor, EEK-A-Mouse, Mikey Dread, Everton Blender, Freddie McGregor, Third World, The Meditations, The Itals, Pato Banton, Culture, Morgan Heritage, Frankie Paul, Humble Soul, Soldiers of Jah Army, Outkast, Sleepy Brown, Big Boi, T.I., Ja Rule, Jo-Jo, 112, Nate Dogg, Bubba Sparxx, Digital Underground, Erykah Badu, Squirrel Nut Zippers,Pietasters, Eddie Money, Natural Vibrations, Yellowman, E.N Young (Tribal Seeds), Jesse Royal, Richie Spice, Bushman, Papa Michigan, SOJA, Collie Buddz, PASSAFIRE & more. Scholars Word are the real deal, and with songs like “Can’t Turn It Off” and “Perseverance Dub,” which have the uncanny ability to instantly put you in a good mood, their 11th album CONDUIT demonstrates that they have every aspect of truly modern reggae on lock.

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