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- United Nations of Dance Musical Performance Troupe (UND) formed in
Frankfurt, Germany in 1991 by Leonard Mardis has three base
locations: Germany, Texas and
Florida. UND was created to
promote unity, harmony and cultural awareness around the world through
all styles of dance. The Troupe
currently consists of more than 100 members and active supporters around
the globe representing five continents and more than 20 countries. UND is self-sustaining, relying on
external support and contributions to fund its events. Approaching its 17th year,
UND has evolved by combining the art forms of dancing, singing, and
acting for a complete theatrical, cultural, educational and spiritual
experience. UND’s portfolio
consists of themes and concepts as diversified as the imagination. Whether Praise Dancing at local
churches or entertaining hundreds during its African-American historical
presentations or Broadway Musical tributes in main venues, UND invokes
your imagination, heightens your awareness, and lifts your spirits with
its delivery. UND prides itself
on the mixture of international, national and local talents to reach its
audience through its diversified portfolio and concepts.
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- LEONARD MARDIS
- Leonard Mardis, a native of Grenada, MS, is the Director of United
Nations of Dance. A graduate of
Grenada High School, Leonard attended Mississippi Valley State
University from 1984-1985 and joined the United States Army after the
completion of his first year of college.
During his tours, Leonard has studied, taught, performed and
choreographed for several plays, galas, competitions and entertainment
events. Three significant events
to his credit include choreographer of “The Wiz” for the Frankfurt
Playhouse in Frankfurt, Germany; choreographer and performer with Mariah
Carey in Koln, Germany and choreographer and performer for the United
States Army Soldier show. While
living in Germany (1987-1998), he became a member of several dance
companies and agencies throughout Europe and America. The companies have emphasized several
dance styles including modern, jazz, ballet, hip-hop and country and
western. He currently teaches
jazz, lyrical, and hip-hop at Judy’s Dance Academy in Brandon, Florida. In addition, Leonard is a Certified
Aerobics Instructor, holds a Master’s Degree in Administrative
Management from Bowie State University and plans to complete a Doctorate
in International Relations leading to his own national and international
consulting agency in entertainment.
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- Terry is a native of York, Pennsylvania and currently resides in Harker
Heights, Texas. She is currently
employed as a Civil Service employee at Carl R. Darnall Army Medical
Center in Fort Hood, Texas. Terry
is the proud mother of Amber, 23; mother -in-law of Justin; doting
grandmother to 2 year old Deja and the proud mother of her 16 year old
son, Terron. Terry is also a certified
aerobics instructor and a personal trainer as an Independent Contractor
with the Federal Government with her own Fitness Center - T.G.I.F Total
Fitness in Killeen, Texas. In
addition to her demanding career,
Terry is a very talented Artist and owner of the art gallery,
Themeful Illusions. You may view
her talents at www.themefulillusions.com.
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- REESE BROWN
- Reese, “THE VOICEMAN”, has been involved in many facets of the recording
and entertainment industry for over ten years. He has written, produced, directed and
voiced numerous commercial radio and TV spots, acted in industrials and
feature films, voiced documentaries and public service announcements,
and has served as artistic director and consultant for numerous stage
and musical productions. He founded VOICEMAN ENTERPRISES, a company
which continues to provide a myriad of vocal endeavors, such as event
announcing and commercial voiceovers, in addition to providing technical
direction to projects which include production development, set design
and creative direction. Reese presently serves as the Musical and Technical
Director for United Nations of Dance, and has recently consulted on a
musical piece presently being performed by the Charleston, South
Carolina ballet. Additionally, he
can be seen in Stephen Gaghan’s political thriller, Syriana, opening to
national audiences in September of 2005, and as the official announcer
for Asymetrix Entertainment, the sponsor of the National High School
High-Stepping Marching Band Competitions.
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- Leonard Receives “Hometown Hero”
Award
- at
- KIRK FRANKLIN
- “HERO” CONCERT
- Without Walls Central
- Lakeland, FL
- February 11, 2006
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- “A PASSAGE THROUGH TIME”
- at
- RUTH ECKERD HALL – MURRAY STUDIO THEATER
- CLEARWATER, FL
- AUGUST 5, 2006 - 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
- AUGUST 6, 2006 - 2:00 p.m.
- SPECIAL GUEST PERFORMANCE
- ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
- TEMPLE OF PRAISE WORSHIP CENTER INTERNATIONAL
- BRANDON, FL
- AUGUST 12, 2006 - 6:00 p.m.
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- SPECIAL GUEST PERFORMANCE
- ANSWERING THE CALL/SUMMER OF HOTNESS WITH KIRK FRANKLIN
- TAMPA CONVENTION CENTER, TAMPA,
FL
- SEPTEMBER 1, 2006 – 7:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.
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- SPECIAL GUEST PERFORMANCE
- D-N-A SAYS YOU ARE NOT THE FATHER
- Presented By:
- Bles’d Productions
- October 28, 2006
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- SPECIAL GUEST PERFORMANCE at LAD’S FIRST RECITAL
- HOWARD W. BLAKE HIGH SCHOOL -
JUNE 9, 2007
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