The Passion for Dance Project is a nonprofit organization that will grant
financial scholarships to dancers, ages 18-25, who are seeking dance
as a professional career. Our organization will assist those
who
possess the talent, commitment, and dedication to succeed, but lack the
financial resources.
The Passion for Dance was founded by Kristen Marshall and Ben Kleiman.
The two were discussing how difficult it is for talented dancers to break
into the entertainment industry. There are many
talented dancers who have dreams, but for one reason or another are
held back from pursuing them. While some go on to achieve success, most
are
less fortunate.
It is our goal to find those less fortunate and assist
them financially, emotionally, and professionally so they may focus on
their careers. Because of this, every candidate must be able to demonstrate
financial need as well as exceptional talent. The dancers awarded scholarships
will become part of a six month program called “The
Experience”, which
will give them the training, mentoring and direction they will need to
set forth on their journey.
Kristen Marshall -
Kristen is originally from Santa Maria, California. She started dancing
at the early age of 6. Her styles include jazz, tap, ballet, and hip-hop.
Kristen has volunteered at local dance and cheerleading camps, performed
in many stage shows including: Disneyland and Super Bowl XXXII. Kristen
moved
to Los Angeles to advance her dance and acting career.
Benjamin Kleiman -
Ben grew up in Arizona and received a B.A. in Business & Communications
from Arizona State University. Ben started dancing while in college where
he found a great passion for it. Like many, Ben moved to Los Angeles
to chase his dreams and has found much success. His dance
experience spans motion picture and television. He continues to dance
and travels
the country teaching with Muse Dance Company.
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