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SEAN "Physical Ed" WARDS (Performer) Yorkshire man by birth... raised by way of the big smoke, (London) and schooled in mime, hoofing and Boogaloo. Inspired by community theatre, disillusioned by commercial TV/Cinema and humbled through years of domestic meditation (dishwashing, veg prepping, etc.) thus a background in domestic utilities was spawned and the gateway to Stomp opened; he's been bruising boots ever since (5 years and running baby!!) and he probably won't stop till he finds the one... Love to all he knoweth, for they facilitate the growth!! Koexist... U$4... IKLY... Countdown... 2012... 2B3!?  
 
FRITZLYN HECTOR (Performer) is a dancer, instructor and choreographer. Born in Brooklyn; raised in “Haitian Love!” as a youth, she joined the “Deeper-Lite” youth organization directed by Enoch and Ephraim. They became her “Dancer Fathers,” and exposed her to nutrition, discipline, business, drama and music. She was taught traditional and social dances by master dancers and drummers from West and Central Africa. Also joined Batoto Yetu directed by Angola’s Julio Leitao. She was one of the youngest principal dancers for “Forces of Nature Dance Theater Company.” Performed/choreographed for: Caribbean Music Awards, VH1 Hip Hop Honors Awards, worked with The Roots, Anthony Hamilton, Italy’s Recording artist Gale. Has traveled worldwide, and been performing for over 20 years. I’d like to thank God, ancestors and my big sister for the inspiration. Honor Lucienne Belizaire (my mom) for her love and superb support!; my mentor Ras Enoch and to Assane and Amantery Opare…I’m YOUR biggest fan!! Ashe!!
 
BRAD HOLLAND (Performer) has been involved with some form of percussion ever since middle school. Peppered with concert, symphonic, marching, bluegrass, musical theatre, and power rock duo band experience, his flavor is something you'll certainly savor. His love for the theatre sent him to a university to study it. With those powers combined, he joined Stomp in 2002. Now in NYC, from Alabama, Brad is an aspiring actor, artist, and musician. He is extremely happy to be a member of the Stomp family and thanks his parents, brothers and friends for all their love and support.
 
JASON MILLS (Performer) was born and raised in Loudoun County Virginia and moved to New York City in 1994 at the age of 22 to pursue a career in the arts. Initially working for clothing designer Nicole Miller as a graphic artist, he was hired in 1995 to perform in the original touring company of STOMP. Over the next four years work with the show included a 1996 Oscars performance, an appearance in the STOMP IMAX film Pulse: A STOMP Odyssey, and global touring. After a six-year hiatus from the show he is once again a part of the New York cast. Jason is a multi-instrumentalist, a producer, a composer, and a bandleader. He performs regularly with his six-piece soul band BEETROOT, whose debut album 13 was nominated for Album of the Year by the Independent Music Awards in 2005.
 
YAKO MIYAMOTO (Performer) was born and raised in Japan. She resigned from Keio University, where she was studying chemistry, and came to New York in 1999. She established COBU (www.cobu.us) which is a rhythm performance group uniting tap dance with the Japanese TAIKO Drum. She is proud to be the first Japanese woman in STOMP and thanks her family and friends for all their love and support.
 
RAYMOND POITIER (Performer) has been involved in music since he was a child. During junior and senior high school he was a percussionist with various marching bands and as a student at Florida A&M, he played with the Marching 100 Band. Raymond has worked extensively as an actor in Miami. He has also been trained in, and taught, martial arts, as well as danced in and choreographed many music videos. Raymond would like to thank all who have supported his growth and development as a performer, especially his mother and father for guiding him in the right direction
 
MARIVALDO DOS SANTOS (Performer) is a percussionist, composer, dancer and capoeirista from Bahia, Brazil. He has traveled extensively throughout the United States, Europe and Asia. As a composer, he has created music for Ballet Hispanico and Ballet Brazilian among others. Together with Davi Vieira, he has released a MD MC rap album (EMI) in Brazil. He has taught percussion workshops at the University of Paris, Stanford and Colorado. He has participated in numerous jazz festivals while touring and recently recorded with Steve Coleman.
 
CAMILLE ARMSTRONG (Performer) Performing forever.  Camille studied vocal, music history and theory at F.H. LaGuardia HS of the Arts and started her professional career at 16.  Since then, a mom of three, teacher and choreographer of dance and step shows.  Respect to Mom and Dad's guidance and the love and support of husband, Shu.
 
ELEC SIMON (Performer) is a percussionist and tapper. He co-wrote “HeartBeat,” a percussion, movement, traditional African rhythms, and tap piece. Elec thanks God, his mother, his dad, Brandy and the Kids, his “stepfather” George Hogan, all of his family and friends, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc, and the Arlington Church of God for making his dream come true. He dedicates every performance to his Dad, Eddie AKA “Bubba” Simon, who passed on March 4 2005, “I Love U Dad.”
 
JEREMY TRACY (Performer) was born and raised in Kansas City, Missouri. He began his musical journeys singing and drumming at the age of 13. Pursuing a dream to make music his career, he flew to Vegas to audition, was booked in the New York show, packed his bags, and left his nine to five life as a carpenter. Thanks to Tyler, his momma, family, friends and teachers for helping create this opportunity. Peace!
 
DAN WEINER (Performer) After attending ECU for percussion and music education, Dan came to NYC to join the cast of Stomp and then went on to tour nationally, later becoming rehearsal director. Since then he has shared the stage with such artists as Bobby Mcferrin and The Wu Tang Clan (among others); performed at venues including Radio City Music Hall, Town Hall and MSG; appeared on television(Good Morning America, etc.); and currently enjoys the privilege of continuing collaborations with various musical artists. Additionally, he has played on several studio recordings (most recently with John Patitucci for recording artist Nicole C. Mullen!)
 
FIONA WILKES (Performer) Trained as a dancer at the Northern School of Contemporary Dance, but from the age of 9 played steel drums. She had a lead role as actress/dancer in the short film Fireflies and Stars. She has been involved in many Yes/No projects from performing to singing but after a year as rehearsal director with one of the North American STOMP companies, she is glad to be back with the original cast. The original Bin Bitch.