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| | ABOUT US | | KAREN ANDREW/STUDIO DIRECTOR
KAREN ANDREW, a multi talented artist and performer has been extensively trained in New York and Los Angeles and is pleased to be re-based in Toronto. Formally trained in acting, singing, and dance, Ms. Andrew is a graduate of the Randolph Academy for the Performing Arts, and has served as a member of the faculty.
Along with numerous other professional theatrical accomplishments, Ms. Andrew is proud to have been an original cast member of the Tony Award-winning Broadway Musical 'RAGTIME'. While on Broadway, Ms. Andrew performed in concert with Chita Riviera, Julie Andrews, Liza Minnielli, Glenn Close, and Rosie O'Donnell.
One of Ms. Andrew's most memorable Musical Theatre accomplishments was working with the late Gwen Verdon in the Tony Award-winning Musical 'FOSSE'. Following her time in New York, Ms. Andrew went on to play 'Anita' in the Stratford Festival of Canada's production of 'WEST SIDE STORY' which brought her recognition for her 'triple threat abilities. Along with numerous other theatre accomplishments, a production of 'SOPHISTICATED LADIES' garnered her the respect of critics, with a "spectacular' reference from the GLOBE AND MAIL.
Since returning to Toronto, Ms. Andrew has enjoyed playing numerous roles on both television, and in film. Ms. Andrew played Angela Basset's girlfriend 'Bootsie' in 'RUBY'S BUCKET OF BLOOD'; Ally Sheedy's prison inmate 'Tina' in 'THE WARDEN'; James McDaniels daughter 'Tiffany' and Timothy Hutton's client in 'DELIBERATE INTENT'; Wood Harris' sister 'Cakes' in 'PAID IN FULL'; and also appeared in the Academy Award-winning film 'CHICAGO' with Renee Zellweger, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and Richard Gere.
As owner and Studio Director of AURORA LIVE INC. STUDIOS Ms. Andrew offers professional level training to adults and children of all levels and abilities. She has guided and facilitated dancers, dance enthusiasts, and various other individuals to higher knowledge of dance in its many forms.
Ms. Andrew also continues her choreographic pursuits, as Artistic Director of 'A' LIVE Dance Movement, a professional dance division of Aurora Live Studios. She continues to create and produce ground breaking, intelligent, thought provoking work which continues to be well received throughout the arts community.
| | | | ABOUT THE COMPANY | | | www.auroraliveinc.com | | 
Located in the heart of downtown Toronto, Aurora Live Studios offers classes and workshops in various forms of dance to students of all ages and abilities.
With convenient class times, beautifully designed studios, and easy access by public transit, we offer an opportunity for anyone interested in learning and experiencing the joy of dance, the safe environment in which to do so.
Whether you've danced all your life or always had the desire, our studios will provide you with the kind of class to meet your needs.
With our exclusive teaching method and professional instruction, students will grow in the understanding that dance can be enjoyed by everyone and anyone who has a passion to participate. | |
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