Discover Classes. Earn Rewards.

Wilfredo Rivera

Teaches at Lou Conte Dance Studio

Wilfredo is the Associate Artistic Director and Choreographer in Residence of the critically acclaimed Cerqua Rivera Art Experience, an ensemble of dancers and musicians dedicated to combine live music and dance performance with the visual artwork of Matt Lamb. To date, he has created 15 multi-art ensemble pieces to much critical acclaim. Mr. Rivera's choreography received the 2001 After Dark Award for CRAE's "The American Plan." He is also the recipient of the 1997 Jeff Citation Award for original choreography in Bailiwick's theater production of "Nagasaki Dust." He is a founding member and former soloist of River North Dance Company and is featured in the Emmy winning PBS special Reality of a Dreamer. Other Chicago concert credits include Trinity Irish Co., Randy Duncan, The James Kelly Project, Ginger Farley, and numerous independent projects. Commercially, Mr. Rivera was a featured dancer in music videos for recording artists Valentina and Jamie Principal and has performed in productions featuring Diana Ross, Oprah Winfrey, Liza Minelli, and Ben Green. He served as Talent Coordinator for the Mannheim Steamroller Christmas in the Air national tours 1997 and 1998 and was featured choreographer for Nordstrom's store's grand opening Gala in 2000. He choreographs and performs in numerous industrials, fashion shows, corporate and commercial events both regionally and nationwide. Mr. Rivera collaborates with Columbia College Theater and Music Departments, serving as choreographer for numerous productions. As a teacher/coach, he assisted in creating the syllabus for the class: Movement for Actors. In addition, he also choreographs and/or is a featured dancer for Springfield Ballet and Milwaukee Ballet School.

Classes taught by Wilfredo Rivera

View all courses taught by this teacher

CourseHorse Gift Cards

  • Creative & unique gift for any occasion
  • Thousands of classes & experiences
  • No expiration date
  • Instant e-delivery (or choose a date)
  • Add a personalized message
  • Lock in a price with the Inflation Buster Gift Card Price Adjuster™
Buy a Gift Card
gift card with the CourseHorse logo gift card with the CourseHorse logo
Loading...