Top 18 – Season 3
CTV’s So You Think You Can Dance
Julia is a dynamic powerhouse who began dancing and acting at the age of four. Originally from Kelowna, British Columbia, Julia began taking her first dance steps in ballet (RAD), jazz, highland, contemporary, and hip hop. Julia was also involved heavily in the drama department of her high school as well as in the community, and appeared in performances such as West Side Story and The Nutcracker.
Upon her high school graduation, Julia traveled to Osaka, Japan to further her studies in ballet and choreography. Julia was also offered dance positions on both Disney Cruise Lines, and Carnival Cruise Lines. After six months of performing at sea, Julia pursued her studies at both Ryerson University, The University of Calgary, and the School of Alberta Ballet. Julia’s love for travel currently allows her to train extensively in New York City, L.A., Toronto, and Vancouver.
Julia ventured into the world of ballroom dance five years ago, and has since been an avid competitor in the championship level latin circuit. “Ballroom has taught me a deeper understanding of the connection between two individuals. The synchronization of body rhythms is something dancers of all styles could benefit from.”
A proud moment in Julia’s dance career was making it as a finalist on Season 3′s So You Think You Can Dance Canada. While on the show, she had the opportunity to work with renowned choreographers; Mia Michaels, Stacey Tookey, Sergio Trujillo, Longinus Fernandes, Bill T. Jones, Tony Meredith & Melanie Lapatin, Luther Brown, Jean Marc Genereaux, and Melissa Williams.
Julia shares her love for dance by performing, teaching and choreographing at various studios and events throughout Canada, and hopes to inspire the next generation of dancers through her passionate approach to the arts.