Bloc: Bloc an exciting new dance and choreography agency in L.A. which already represents an impressive and established roster of top choreographers and professional dancers. It has a group of personable and hardworking agents. Send headshot and resume submissions by mail in order to be considered for the next agency audition or class observation.
Cunningham, Escott, Slevin, & Doherty (CESD): An agency based in Los Angeles and New York, CESD has over 45 years of success. They accept submissions from dancers ages 17-30 with professional training in all areas of dance. Agent accepts submissions from managers, casting directors and choreographers as well as from individual performers looking to cross-over to on-camera commercials.
Clear Talent Group: A respectable full service Commercial and Theatrical agency, CTG has a long and outstanding reputation as a leader in representing Dancers and Choreographers. Founded by Tim O'Brien, a pioneer among Dance and Choreography agents, CTG has an impressive group of agents dedicated to the success of their stunning roster of working and talented up-and-coming clients.
DDO Artists Agency L.A.: DDO, has more than 35 years of experience, and is one of the most well known and respected full service agencies in the entertainment industry. They have divisions specializing in Dance, Choreography, Musical Theatre, Commercials, Print, Hosting, Sports/Stunts, and Kids and have national representation with 5 offices nationwide. The Dance and Choreography Departments represent an array of some of the most talented and gifted artists in the country and are headed by Emmy and MTV award nominated choreographer Bill Bohl and Chantelle Amelie.
Kazarian/Spencer/Ruskin & Associates (KSR): KSR is a bicoastal, boutique agency. It was the first agency to establish a department devoted exclusively to choreographers. Their current focus is on representing choreographers with backgrounds in musical theatre. The Equity department, headed by Victoria Morris, also represents dancers for Broadway, regional, and international theatre.
McDonald Selznick Associates (MSA): MSA represents top names in choreography, dance and stage direction in all styles and all media: commercials, music, Broadway, Las Vegas, TV, tours, and the biggest box office movies. They department is headed by legendary agent Julie McDonald and partner Tony Selznick, and has a thriving dance department led by Lisa Coppola and Terry Lindholm.
The Movement: A dance management company that is dedicated solely to representing choreographers and dance educators. The goal of The Movement is to focus more on the artist, which will grant them more service and personalized attention. It is also designed to offer career guidance and industry connections that will create long term success for its clients current and future goals. The Choreography Division represents the dance industries leading choreographers and artistic directors for TV, Film, Reality, Commercials, Broadway, Concert Tours and Music Videos. The Education Division represents the country's most highly respected Master Teachers and up-and-coming dance educators for master classes, workshops, dance conventions and studio choreography. Headed by former dance agent Jim Keith, it already has a notable roster of some of the worlds most sought after dance makers and teachers.
Trio Talent Agency: A new name in dance, choreography and commercial representation. Headed by Rodney Chester, Kumbi Butler, and Melissa Kobe, who represent dancers in the areas of TV, film, and commercials.
UNIVERSAL DANCE & TALENT AGENCY (UDT): UDT was founded by multi-platinum and Grammy award winning artist & dancer Ciara. She brings a fresh perspective to representing professional dancers, choreographers and models. UDT is a full service talent agency based in Los Angeles and Atlanta. The goal of UDT is to provide talent with the knowledge, advice, career and financial guidance that we've gained throughout our years of combined experience while creating as many opportunities worldwide in all areas including film, television, music videos, commercials, tour, print, stage, theater, corporate industrials and live shows.
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