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Cori Jo Swanson is a New York City-based creative. Her expertise spans every facet of the entertainment industry, including creative direction, choreography, casting, development, and performance. Cori has produced shows at The Producer\u2019s Club in NYC, installed several casts for Royal Caribbean International as part of the design and costuming team, and was the Associate Choreographer for Cabaret: The Musical<\/em> (Arden Theater, PA).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cori worked in the casting department for RWS Entertainment Group and Binder Casting for 4 years, specializing in casting dancers for Holland America Line\u2019s \u201cStep One Dance Company,\u201d Virgin Voyages, Carnival Cruise Line, Cunard Line, Hershey Park, Winter Fest Kings Dominion, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now a Co-Founder of Creative Streak Entertainment, Cori delivers unmatched live entertainment for corporate, nightlife, and theme park, & cruise ship clients. Through Creative Streak Entertainment (CSE), Cori provided Creative Direction & casting services for the grand opening of Tin Building by Jean-Georges in Seaport NYC, created custom shows for SoHo House NYC and Hard Rock Hotel Times Square, and more. Currently, Cori is the Associate Choreographer and providing casting services, through CSE, for \u201cSPLASH! Waterworks Parade\u201d under the creative direction of Marilyn Magness, which will tour multiple Six Flags Theme Parks!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Class Description<\/strong>
Focus on your training in a supportive and welcoming environment. Each session begins with a thorough warm-up to prepare your body, followed by across-the-floor progressions that are key for refining and maintaining strong technique. 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