Kristi
Davar - Artistic Director
Kristi
has had an extensive dance career as a TV and stage performer.
A dance instructor and choreographer for over twenty five
years. She received most of her training in Los Angeles
with teachers such as, JOE TREMAINE, DEAN BARLOW and,
JOHN ZERBIE.
On
tour, as featured dancer and choreographer with the “DANCIN’
MACHINE”, Kristi appeared in the opening acts for
"Tom Jones", "Dean Martin", and "Sammy
Davis Jr.". Kristi and her group appeared in TV specials
such as "GRAMMY AWARDS", "ROCK MUSIC AWARDS",
and numerous other variety shows, including weekly appearances
on the MIDNIGHT SPECIAL with THE JACKSON FIVE.
Kristi
has been the choreographer for the Mission Viejo High
School Musicals for the past 8 years. Her credits include
, “SINGING IN THE RAIN”, “WEST SIDE
STORY”, “SWEET CHARITY”, “CHARLIE
BROWN”, "GUYS AND DOLLS”, “GREASE”,
“KISS ME KATE”, “CRAZY FOR YOU”
, “ANYTHING GOES”, and “HOW TO SUCCEED
IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING.” Several of these
Musicals as well as several of the students have received
numerous M.A.C.Y (Music and Arts Commendation for the
Youth) Awards.
Many
of Kristi’s Students are now pursuing musical theater
careers in NYC, including her daughter Desireé.
Kristi’s
devotion and love for teaching is reflected in her students.
She has had a following of students from all over Orange
County for the past 18 years.