Ray Hesselink
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Ray Hesselink is a director and choreographer living and working in New York City. Ray has had the privilege to help train the children performing in Broadway's Billy Elliot: The Musical.
As a dancer, Ray created the role of Mr. Happy in Derick Grant's Imagine Tap! As a performer, Ray's favorite performances include originating the role of "Bud" in Batboy: The Musical. He has also been featured as a principal dancer ...read more
Class Descriptions
5-8 years Complete understanding & proficiency of tap basics and general dance terminology.
Ray's tap class emphasizes technique through warm-up, across the floor, tap turns, and combination. His style is greatly inspired by the MGM films of the 1930–50s, reminiscent of such tap greats as Fred Astaire, Eleanor Powell, and Ann Miller. Ray uses intricate rhythms and fun footwork to create challenging, musical, and entertaining choreography.
8+ years training. Class is fast & geared towards professionals.
10+ years training Professional level. Class is fast & geared towards professionals.
Upcoming Classes
All Current & Guest Faculty
BROADWAY DANCE CENTER
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Walk-ins welcome. All levels and styles.
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CONTACT INFO
- Broadway Dance Center
- 322 W 45th St • NYC, NY 10036
- [email protected] (general info)
- 212-582-9304 (phone)
- Children & Teens • Lincoln Center
- 37 W65th St • NYC, NY 10023
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- 212-457-0035 (phone)