B O L D is a project based team from the east coast community, under my direction. B O L D is a culmination of dancers who inspire me in and out of dance - some of whom have been there with me throughout his journey in my dance career and some who have inspired me through shows or class. I’m honored to be working with dancers I can call my friends. I hope to use B O L D as a platform to continue keeping ties within the community, share the stage with some of my favorite people, but to also share their talents with everyone else. Stay humble. Stay fearless.
Be B O L D.
performances
B O L D presents Mstr Mstr - Elements XXI
Dance medley with mic stands and blazers.
Choreography Bo Belza,
Assistants: Sarah Esmenda, Liam Lynch, Andrew Ye, Sarah Cheng
Dancers: Andrew Ye, AJ Delgra, Alexis Aguila, Alice Wu, Amy gatewood, Bo Belza, Caitlin Marks, Charmaine Del Rosario, Iman Brooks, Jarryl Tan, Jason Diaz, Jillian Roberts, John Baluyut, Jules Verdadero, Karina Biacan, Katrina Hachi Jaudian, Liam Lynch, Malik McCullough, Martin Ragaas, Megan Guirnela, Gigi Copper, Michael Patlingrao, Nico Montemayor, Quill Huntley, Roy Garzon, Rosalind Hsu, Sarah Cheng, Sarah Esmenda, Seri Choi, Simone Wright, Youran Lee.
B O L D presents The Hole - Our Canvas
Do you ever feel insecure about who you are? where and how you fit in? Have you ever felt imposter syndrome? You think everyone is against you, and learn that they too are also in the same boat as you. As creatives we tend to be our worst critics. This is the journey of how imposter syndrome takes over, but finding our way out of that hole and knowing that everyone also goes through the same things.
Choreography Bo Belza,
Assistants: Rosalind Hsu
Dancers: Alice Wu, Jano Libres, Jason Diaz, Rosalind Hsu, Roy Garzon, Sarah Esmenda, Yoshi Maysonet.
B O L D presents Euboria - Elements XX
Inspired by A24’s hit tv show Euphoria. Diving into a world of story telling and dancing.
Cast: Rue: Simone Wright
Jules: Alice Wu
Cassy: Caitlin Marks
Maddy: Alexis Aguila
Nate: AJ Delgra
Lexie: Marina Poudret
Fez: Edson Maldonado
Dancers: Amy Gatewood, Andrew Ye, Bo Belza, CJ Louis, Gigi Copper, Gordon Chen, Jarryl Tan, Jason Diaz, Jillian Roberts, Jinny Kim-Baker, Jules Verdadero, Karina Encarnacion , Kendrick Marania, Liam Lynch, Sarah Cheng, Sarah Esmenda
This set is probably my favorite to date.
In horoscopic astrology, Saturn return is an astrological transit that occurs when the planet Saturn returns to the same place in the sky that it occupied at the moment of a person's birth. The Saturn return hits in the late 20s and its impact is felt into the early 30s. It’s a time of renewal and growth. It's about letting go of what doesn't serve you Letting go of relationships, jobs, any past regrets. In my 31 years I’ve experienced a lot - both good and bad. I’ve met an abundance of people and have made many friends because of dance. And although some people come and go, there are ones who have taught me lessons, guided me through rough patches, and supported me through this journey. This set is to represent the emotion, the struggle, the loves, the loss, the journey, the support, the people who've lead me to where i am today. This is the first time putting something super personal on stage and artistically different. A huge huge thanks to my cast for being there for me and trusting me and for bringing this vision to life.
Cast: Bo Belza, Alice Wu (1st lead), Kendrick Marania (2nd lead), Andrew Solis (3rd lead), Christine Flores (4th lead).
Dancers: Aaron Quini, Amy Gatewood, Anika Fanlo, Connor Grant, Edson Maldonado, Ian Urbina, Jarryl Tan, Jason Diaz, Jinny Kim-Baker, Jules Verdadero, Karina Biacan, Katrina Hachi Jaudian, Kris Flores, Marina Poudret, Megan Guirnela, Melanie Chu, Michael Patlingrao, Nico Montemayor, Rachel Sadang, Sam Javier, Sarah Cheng, Simone Wright, Sydney Loyal, Youran Lee
Debut - Warmup 2018
The debut of B O L D.
Although I have been choreographing sets under my name, I wanted to create a collective that was attached to it. Dancing to the sounds of Sabrina Claudio, this became the hallmark of what was next for B O L D as a group.
Dancers:
Alexis Aguila, Alice Wu, Amy Gatewood, Anika Fanlo, Bo Belza, Charmaine Del Rosario, Cole McNamee, Edson Maldonado, Jarryl Tan Jason Diaz, Jules Verdadero, Kalvin Nainoa, Katrina Hachi Jaudian, Kevin Lapus, Mark Salud, Neely Karan, Patrixia Narvaez, Rachel Sadang, Sam Javier, Sarah Esmenda, Sydney Loyal
Reignbow 2018
I was given the chance to showcase some of my work in Boston, Massachusetts. I took this time to downsize the group and focus on some individuals who I couldn’t work with before. By far, one of my favorite performances.
Shoutouts to QWAM for
having us!!
Dancers:
Alice Wu, Anika Fanlo, Bo Belza, Cole McNamee, Edson Maldonado, Jason Diaz, Mark Salud, McKenzie Dawkins, Pauline Casino, Simone Wright.
Reign or Shine 2019
We got invited to perform at NJIT’s Finest’s Reign or Shine 2019. We all had a really busy schedule, so we only had time for one rehearsal. LOL.
Dancers:
Alice Wu, Amy Gatewood, Bo Belza, Cole McNamee, Edson Maldonado, Jason Diaz, Jinny Kim-Baker, Karina Biacan, Mark Salud, Pauline Casino, Sam Javier, Simone Wright, Sydney Loyal
The Jam Vol. III
aka “peanut BOtter n JAM”
It was my first time attending and performing at this show and I had the honor of putting a set together with some friends. The theme was “Love, lust, and like in lieu of valentine’s day.
Dancers:
Alice Wu, Amy Gatewood, Bo Belza, Cole McNamee, Jason Diaz, Pauline Casino
The Drop 2019
Two shows in one day is hard, but we made it through. Brought back the NAO set with slightly altered cast and in a more intimate space.
Cast: Bo Belza, Alice Wu (1st lead), Michael Esteban (2nd lead), Derek Moore (3rd lead), Vanessa Danila (4th lead).
Dancers: Anika Fanlo, Ishita Bhattacharya, Jarryl Tan, Jason Diaz, Jules Verdadero, Karina Biacan, Kris Flores, Michael Patlingrao, Natasha Benosa, Nico Montemayor, Rachel Sadang, Rosalind Hsu, Sam Javier, Sangeetha Santhebnennur, Sarah Cheng, Simone Wright, Sydney Loyal,
Prelude Toronto 2019
We had the opportunity to do our first international performance. Brought a bigger group to compete. The show was great and it was fun to perform.
BOronto on three!
Dancers:
Alice Wu, Bo Belza, Charmaine Del Rosario, Christine Flores, Daah Van Rensalier, Gabrielle Murphy, Ian Urbina, J'Loni Jones, Jarryl Tan, Jason Diaz, Jinny Kim, Karina Biacan, Katrina Hachi Jaudian, Kris Flores, McKenzie Dawkins, Megan Guirnela, Michael Patlingrao, Nico Montemayor, Reesie Smith, Sarah Esmenda, Sydney Loyal, William Yao, Youran Lee
A workshop series hosted in NYC.
Each class that was taught, was a collaboration
amongst the members of B O L D.
filmed/edited : Nic Bui