Beth Horstead
Summary
Passionate and experienced dance practitioner with a strong background in delivering engaging and inclusive dance sessions for a range of ages. Trained in contemporary, street jazz, commercial, heels and ballet. Skilled in choreography, creative planning, and motivating students with varied experience levels. Committed to promoting diversity, artistic expression, and safe practice in dance education. Eager to expand my outreach experience and build meaningful connections within diverse community settings.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Guest Choreographer & Company Member/Dancer
InMovement Dance Company
08.2023 - Current
- Developed new contemporary choreography for the company's first theatre show, organising rehearsals with auditioned dancers and creating a structured rehearsal plan to achieve the piece in a limited number of sessions.
- Training under Weronika Wiktoria and Brina Brecelj as a company member since it's first audition, I collaborated with choreographers and directors to create unique and captivating dance numbers as a collective.
- Maintained a professional attitude and work ethic during long rehearsals/performances, and developed long lasting relationships with different dance professionals, choreographers and performers by actively listening and effectively communicating.
Heels Technique Sessions
Independently
01.2025 - Current
- Taught closed group sessions to a range of levels, covering strength & conditioning, active and dynamic stretching, technique & key mind-muscle connection required for heels style. My exploration of heels style focuses on the power and expression of the body, with the accessory of heels simply acting as an extension of this, but no defining it.
- Self-motivated with a strong sense of drive, personal responsibility to students regarding safe practice and personal feedback.
- Upheld respect, friendliness and a willingness to help wherever needed.
Contempo Teaching Assistant
Klara Milu
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Actively supported dance instruction by demonstrating movements, assisting the teacher with class management, leading warm-up and guiding students in performance preparation.
- Encouraged student progress through one-on-one support when needed, technical corrections, and by fostering a respectful, focused and motivating class environment.
- Recognised and adapted to different learning styles within the room to productively communicate and assist the teaching of materials to all students.
Live Concert Dancer - Assistant Choreographer
Yiigaa
11.2023 - 11.2023
- 1/2 Backing Dancer, assisting in the choreography of sets.
- Participated in the team project, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Developed innovative and creative routines to captivate audiences.
Artistic Director
Third Row Dance Company, Roehampton University
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Acted as overall Company leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback, gaining strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Created and produced our seasonal performance, and selected performers and artists for upcoming events.
- Auditioned, selected and mentored dance students to execute high-quality choreographic productions and advance their performance skills.
- Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
- Oversaw installation and operation of on-set sound and lighting equipment to achieve excellent production results.
Third Row Dance Society - Weekly Classes
Roehampton University
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring young adults of a variety of ages (18-30), teaching weekly classes back to back alongside Company.
- Generated lesson plans each week that covered stretching, conditioning, warm-ups and routines, as well as guided experimental improvisation.
- Assisted in managing weekly operations, working efficiently and productively with all new and regular members.
- Personal feedback given to all members to assist in their performance, technique and personal development.
Advanced Contemporary Competition Team
Roehampton University
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Choreographed our advanced contemporary team to compete in various competitions, including Bucks Competition winning 1st place.
- Demonstrated creativity and adaptability by quickly reworking team formations and choreography when dancers were unexpectedly unavailable, ensuring the competition piece remained strong and performance-ready.
- Exercised leadership and strong time management by organizing weekly rehearsals and weekend intensives, effectively preparing the team for competition deadlines and peak performance.
- Enhanced dancers' performance level by incorporating and teaching acrobatic elements such as lifts, partner tricks and floor work, building strength, coordination, spatial awareness and stage impact.
- Cultivated mutual trust to build strong friendships and a cohesive team environment.
Choregrapher
MOVE IT
03.2022 - 03.2022
- Beth Horstead & Ellis Foster - 'Tenacity' dance piece performed at MOVE IT 2022
- Collaborated successfully to devise a short group piece which utilised talents within the team to celebrate all individuals, but remain in-keeping with an overarching contemporary theme, demonstrated technique and advanced dance ability.
- Established and enforced safety standards, promoting warm-up exercises and proper technique.
Voluntary Teaching Assistant (Ages 7-14yrs)
Demeric School of Dance
05.2018 - 05.2019
- Supporting class activities by assisting the teacher with demonstrating dance moves and body positions, and helped students dress for rehearsals and performances.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts and improve technique.
- Maintained a healthy and safe learning environment by enforcing class rules, promoting mutual respect, and providing constructive corrections to motivate students toward their dance goals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Dance
Roehampton University
London, United Kingdom06-2022
Skills
- Strong leadership
- Time management proficiency
- Collaborative mindset
- Self motivation
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Kind, creative and motivated
Intensives And Examinations
- Jasmin Vardimon Company Intensive, 2021
- Cecchetti Ballet - Grade 6, 2018
- ISTD Modern - Intermediate, 2018
Additional
- Experienced filming with Canon XA40 Professional UHD
- Editing experience: Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve 17
- Hobbies include charcoal based artwork/ painting, attending events showcasing female & non-binary work & strength/weight training
Timeline
Heels Technique Sessions
Independently
01.2025 - Current
Live Concert Dancer - Assistant Choreographer
Yiigaa
11.2023 - 11.2023
Contempo Teaching Assistant
Klara Milu
10.2023 - 12.2023
Guest Choreographer & Company Member/Dancer
InMovement Dance Company
08.2023 - Current
Choregrapher
MOVE IT
03.2022 - 03.2022
Advanced Contemporary Competition Team
Roehampton University
10.2021 - 02.2022
Artistic Director
Third Row Dance Company, Roehampton University
09.2021 - 06.2022
Third Row Dance Society - Weekly Classes
Roehampton University
09.2021 - 06.2022
Voluntary Teaching Assistant (Ages 7-14yrs)
Demeric School of Dance
05.2018 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Dance
Roehampton University
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