Erick Bacon(Amsterdam)  | Erick is currently teaching at Amsterdam Dance Center in The Netherlands. He was a former stunt aerialist & dancer for Walt Disney World with stage credits with Kelly Clarkson, Jessica Simpson & Destiny’s Child. Erick is also accomplished in Guard and Drum Corps and a 16 year Marching Auxillaries and Dance Staff member. He will be Teaching Lyrical and Jazz workshops at Adagio this year. |
Clayton Cross(Midland, TX)  Clayton received his training from La Petite Dance Co., Coleman Academy, and Midland Community Theatre starting at the age of nine. He then went on to attend Texas Christian University and graduated in 2002 with a B.F.A. in ballet and modern dance. Throughout college, Clayton performed in Summer Stock productions as well as in community theater. His favorite roles include Don Lockwood in “Singin’ in the Rain”; Riff in "West Side Story”; and the wedding singer in “Tony ‘n’ Tina’s Wedding”. Clayton apprenticed with River North Chicago for two summers and for the 2003-2004 season; he is thrilled to be dancing his fifth season with River North. He will be attending Adagio throught the year as a guest artist teaching Jazz, Lyrical, and Modern. |
Selena Smith
(Austin, TX)  Selena began her dancing career at a very young age in Grapevine, Texas. She studied Ballet, Pointe, Jazz and Hip Hop extensively in her hometown studio and on her award winning high school drill team. From there, she made the decision to join Marching Auxiliaries of Dallas, Texas where she perfected her teaching and choreographing gifts. She became a Head Instructor for six years during the summers and spent her remaining time earning her B.S. in Dance from Texas State University. After leaving college, Selena joined Roustabouts Dance Company for four years. Selena also joined Majestic Ballet Company, where she still remains a company member. We had the wonderful opportunity to have Selena as an Artist in Residence for Adagio’s 2006-2007 season. She plans to remain an integral part of Adagio’s staff by visiting frequently and maintaining a close relationship with its dancers. |
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