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Van Calebs | |
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| Born | Van Calebs 22 February 1991[1] |
| Nationality | Ghanaian |
| Citizenship | Ghanaian |
| Alma mater | Wisconsin International University College |
| Occupation(s) | Contemporary cultural Dancer, Artist and Promoter |
| Years active | 2016–present |
| Notable work | Base, illuminate dance, "Rock body" |
Van Calebs is an Ghanaian-born dancer, choreographer and promoter. He is the first Ghanaian to introduce styles like Jazz and contemporary African cultural chorography form of dance and also the first to use advance technology to create visual effects of contemporary cultural choreographer.[2][3]web |url=https://tribuneonlineng.com/choreography-in-africa-through-the-eyes-of-quintessential-ghanaian-dancer/%7Ctitle=Choreography In Africa|website= Nigerian Tribune |date= 2022-02-05}}</ref>[4]
He originated 'Base' a solo dance currently pictured in prints as Monument pieces for tourists in Ghana.[5][6][7]
Early life and education
Van Calebs studied classical ballet for several years before becoming a choreographer. He is an alumna of Wisconsin International University College, Silicon Valley International School and further studied at Adisadel College.[8][9]
Career
He is the founder of Van Calebs Walking Stick Foundation which is a non-profit organization set up to undertake philanthropic projects and Van Caleb empire, an African cultural dance promoter. He is also the volta regional coordinator for Asian African Chamber of Commerce.[10][8][2][11][12]
He originated "illuminate" dance by Sarkodie (rapper) a Ghanaian rapper and "Rock body" used by Wiyaala an afro-pop singer.[5][13][14]
Van has received several awards including for working for women's causes and the Spotlight Creative Arts and Business Awards.[15][16][17]
He trains dancers around the Africa including non-Africans on contemporary culture choreography dances through Van Calebs empire choreography center.[18][19][20][21][22][23]
References
- ^ "Celebrating pioneer choreographer at 33". tribuneonlineng.com. 2024-01-05.
- ^ a b "African Exceptional Choreographer". New Telegraph. 2022-01-04.
- ^ "Ghanaian chorography dancer early Life history". dailytimesng.com. 2024-01-04.
- ^ "Ghanaian Culture Choreography Dance Originator". The Nation (Nigeria). 2022-11-12.
- ^ a b Cite error: The named reference
Africawas invoked but never defined (see the help page). - ^ "My Dance School Trains One To Become Professionals". The Nation (Nigeria). 2022-12-01.
- ^ "The Ghanaian cultural dance instructor". graphic.com.gh. 2023-04-07.
- ^ a b "The Young Ghanaian Who Is Taking Cultural Dance To The World". pulse.com.gh. 2022-04-13.
- ^ "The New Generation Of African Dancers". Vanguard (Nigeria). 2023-01-04.
- ^ "Ghanaian Cultural choreography Celebrity Dancer". dailyguidenetwork.com. 2023-04-07.
- ^ "Van Wins Showbiz Publicist Of The Year Award". ghanabusinessnews.com. 2022-09-14.
- ^ "Changemakers The World Needs To Know About". sunnewsonline.com. 11 May 2022. Retrieved 2022-05-11.
- ^ "Van Calebs set sights on big future after bagging award". GhanaWeb. 2022-03-17.
- ^ "Why these Ghanaian celebrities are disappointed with Togo". icilome.com. Retrieved 2022-12-04.
- ^ "Van Wins Showbiz Publicist Of The Year Award". Peace FM. 2020-05-07.
- ^ "Spotlight Creative Arts". peacefmonline.com. 2021-05-07.
- ^ "Ghana Dance Culture losing Its Popularity". gna.org.gh. 2022-09-07.
- ^ "Choreographer Van Calebs advocates exporting dance culture to boost tourism". graphic.com.gh. Retrieved 2023-05-05.
- ^ "Organising Event In Togo My worst experience". GhanaWeekend. 2021-05-07.
- ^ "Van Calebs Ghanaian Event Promoter Organise Regional". yen.com.gh. 2020-03-07.
- ^ "Ignore Ashawo Shugatiti". ModernGhana. 2020-06-12.
- ^ "Accra To Host Inaugural International Choreography Festival". graphic.com.gh. 2023-05-07.
- ^ "Entertainment international cheorographer". newsghana.com.gh. June 2023. Retrieved 2023-06-21.
Category:Living people
Category:1991 births
Category:Ghanaian choreographers
Category:Ghanaian dancers
Category:Ghanaian educators
Category:21st-century Ghanaian artists