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Teddy Forance
CLI Conservatory Director, Contemporary
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Teddy Forance, co-founder of CLI Studios and CLI Conservatory, is a notable contemporary performer and choreographer. He grew up dancing at his family’s studio in Massachusetts before launching into a professional dance career at the age of 17. Teddy has worked with many celebrated artists in the music industry, including Madonna, Lady Gaga, Janet Jackson, P!nk, Kelly Clarkson, Florence + the Machine, Usher, and more. He’s traveled as a lead performer with Cirque Du Soleil’s Delirium and has performed at the Oscars, Emmys, American Music Awards, Billboard Music Awards, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, and Good Morning America. Currently, Teddy is Creative Director at the CLI Conservatory and mentors pre-professional dancers to help them build their dream careers!
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The CLI Conservatory is a ground-breaking new pre-professional dance program designed to help students take the next step in their dance journey. Led by Director Teddy Forance and over 100 industry-leading choreographers, our students get the training, tools, and opportunities they need to launch their professional dance careers.
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