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Cindy Hanna

Cindy Hanna is a dancer and educator. She holds a B.A. in Dance from SUNY Buffalo, and an M.S. in Special Education from Buffalo State College, as well as completing the criteria in Physical Education & Health. She is also a Licensed Practical Nurse. She is currently head of the Dance Department at Nardin Academy. Previously, Hanna ran the dance/movement-based program at St. Mary' s School for the Deaf. She continues to teach dance workshops for Buffalo Schools and various dance studios, and has taught dance at Canisius and D' Youville Colleges.

Hanna wanted to be ballerina since she was a child, and began her ballet training in kindergarten. She stuck with it, attending Buffalo' s Royal Academy of Ballet, and began performing professionally with Pick of the Crop. Just as they were leaving on tour, she gave birth to her daughter. Hanna stayed behind and began teaching all the company classes, realizing she had found her niche.

Hanna has performed with area dance companies such as Empire State Ballet, Buffalo City Ballet, and Buffalo Contemporary Dance. Her passion for dance is uniquely demonstrated in her enthusiasm for teaching and sharing her art form.

Art Forms:
Dance

Programs

Interactive Dance Party add to wish list

This fun-filled, interactive dance-along with dancer/choreographer Cindy Hanna includes movin' and groovin' to upbeat tempos. Hanna introduces steps anyone can do, and the students participate in every dance during the entire performance. Together Cindy and the students will exercise their bodies and at the same time exercise their brains. As she explains, the neurons in the brain used for cross-over body movements are the same as those used in critical problem solving. So move your bodies to think, learn and problem solve more successfully, in the classroom, and in life!

This workshop may be extended into a residency of 3 workshops or more.

Grade Level:
K-6
Performance cost (single):
$265.00
Performance cost (back to back):
$455.00

Classical Ballet Workshop add to wish list

Basic skills, dance appreciation and the value of discipline are all explored in this fun and educational workshop.

Grade Level:
K-6
Workshop cost (back to back):
$184.00

Dance Workshop add to wish list

Self-esteem and awareness are increased through a series of fun and exciting dance movements to contemporary music. Movements which enhance body coordination, memorization skills and cooperation are all explored in this energetic workshop. Themes are based on age-appropriate repertory and can include special education classes and multi-cultural dances (i.e., Chinese Ribbon Dance). Lesson plans furnished upon request.

Grade Level:
K-6
Workshop cost (back to back):
$184.00