Bringing Down the House 2019 continues with the Stage Presence workshop where Class of 2019 students prepare for their chance to shine on legendary stages nationwide at upcoming showcases. Industry professionals guide students through exercises focused on effective storytelling, audience engagement, and communicating through performance. Mentors and artists review the elements and preparation required for a flawless performance and put together a road map of their set from stage entrance to stage exit and the incredible performance in between. Check out photos below for highlights from the sessions in Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Chicago and New Orleans.
LOS ANGELES
Stage Presence Panelists:
Cesar Alan – Artist, Cesar Alan
DJ Omega – Artist, DJ Omega
Dylan Dunlap – Artist, On the Grind Management
Bruce Elebee – Founder, BeeHyve Consulting
Justin Emord – Bassist, Love and a .38
Tai Jones – Artist, 2TAI
Session Location: Live Nation Entertainment Hollywood
LAS VEGAS
Stage Presence Panelists:
Aaron Ameen – Talent Buyer, House of Blues Las Vegas
Angel Mendoza – Actor
Brad Ohlson – Band Manager, Incarnate
David Tatlock – Artist, Soul Juice Band
Session Location: House of Blues Las Vegas
CHICAGO
Stage Presence Panelists:
Aminata Burton – Artist, AMI
Ken Burroughs – Management, Podcast
Shantina Lowe – Singer/Songwriter, Shantina Lynet’
Tamika Rennell Smith – Project Manager, Illumivation Studios
Session Location: House of Blues Chicago
New Orleans
Stage Presence Panelists:
Kareem Ratliff – Artist, Instagram
Kemic Smothers – Executive Director, New Orleans Media Arts Institute
Ronjanique Steele – Brand Manager/Public Relations, SYH Agency
Session Location: House of Blues New Orleans