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Jaime shannon

Artistic Director

Jaime began her dance training at the age of four at the Lee Lund Studio of Dance in Milford, CT.  In 2006 she received her BA in dance from Hofstra University where she studied with Lance Westergard, Stormy Brandenberger, Robin Becker, Carla Wolfangle, Rachel List, and Amy Marshall. Since then, Jaime has performed professionally with Azul Dance Theatre, Dance Cat-Alyst, Soluq Dance Theater, Lauren Hale Dance, and Kelley Donovan and Dancers.  In 2010 Jaime met Tony Fraser and together, they quickly became a dynamic partnership in the swing dance community.  Together they have performed and taught various styles of swing dance throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Australia.  

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Tony fraser

Co-creator/Master swing dance coach

Tony is a twenty year veteran of swing dancing, competition, coaching, and teaching. He is a best-of-breed technical instructor and a specialist in Collegiate Shag, Lindy Hop, Aerials, Tricks, and partnered Charleston. He has been seen on television and stage throughout his expansive dance career. Additionally, Tony is an American Lindy Hop Championships and US Open champion.

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kevin clark

Dancer

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julia halpin

Dancer

tim abrahamsen

Dancer

Tim is proud to be making his debut with Kilowatt Dance Theater. As a company member of The Big Apple Lindy Hoppers, Tim has performed swing dance all over New York City, including Midsummer Night’s Swing at Lincoln Center. An actor and musical theater performer as well, Tim has appeared on stage at Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, Interlakes Theater, and Weathervane Theater. Fun credits include West Side Story, Crazy For You, Ga(y)ze, Guys and Dolls, Jesus Christ Superstar, Chess, and Star Wars: Musical Edition.