BZ Contemporary - Donyelle Jones Interview

MEET DONYELLE

Donyelle Denise Jones is a talented and successful dancer, choreographer, director, teacher, singer and actress. She was born July 3, 1979, in Los Angeles, California, to Charles and Mary Jones. She is the youngest of three children of a military family. Ms. Jones chose her dance career at the age of six. Her love of dance and interpreting stories through movement was cultivated by her mentor, Broderick Wilson, until his death October 10, 1997.

Following Mr. Wilsons death, Ms. Jones began her formal dance training under the direction of Lara Arnaiz at Extensions Performing Arts Academy in Lancaster, California at the age of eighteen. She studied ballet, jazz, modern dance and hip hop as well as acting and sing.

Currently, Ms. Jones is choreographer for the new spectacular Las Vegas Show at the Venetian starring Wayne Brady. During 2006, she received national attention as a finalist on the show, So You Think You Can Dance. She has been featured in musical theatre productions such as Hair, Nutcracker, and many more. Ms. Jones taught and directed the dance program at Palmdale High School for three years. Additionally, she taught at Orange County High School of the Arts. Ms. Jones teaches at Millennium Dance Complex, Debbie Allen Dance Academy, Debbie Reynolds Dance Studio, Golds Gym in Hollywood, Extensions Performing Arts Academy and at various dance conventions in the United States as well as Canada. Additionally Ms. Jones has been featured in music videos, movies and award shows. Her accolades include working with Missy Elliot, Shanice Wilson, The Game, Black Peas, and Master P. Ms. Jones has appeared in movies such as Be Cool and Beauty Shop.

Emphasizing body movement, use of space, facial expressions and costume design through creative choreography continue to define Ms. Jones passion.

DISCLAIMER

For Inspirational purposes only.

Please respect the creative work of this choreographer. Duplicating or recycling these moves in any shape or form for your own use (without permission) is prohibited and "shameful."

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[candance23]

love this girl.

needed to hear this...for sure.

:)

[TishieHippo]

i love donyelle.

her classes are always extremely inspirational..cause she dosent just teach you how to dance but always to put emotions in every move and then even if technique isnt you're greatest thing..its still looks amazing throughout emotions.. (:

thanks donyelle..for everythinngg.

[MissCharlie13]

Ok, so she is officially one of my role models now : ) !!!

[ewikjames]

wow, i am beyond inspired. her words about dance go so far beyond dance, anyone could watch this video and be inspired to work harder at what they're passionate about...

[flashyclassy08]

I love her she is such a big help because i'm a dancer and I know sometimes I would say I want to quit but i can't because dance is my life so thanks girl for the advice i can't wait to take your class or any boogiezone classes.