SDCDA | Pull Up The People ~ Choreographed by MaryAnn Chavez | Performed by Civic Dance Company

Performance Overview

• 💡 This video showcases a dance performance by the Civic Dance Company for San Diego Civic Dance Arts (SDCDA).
• 🎶 The choreography by MaryAnn Chavez is set to the music "Pull Up the People" by M.I.A. from the album Arular.

Choreographer MaryAnn Chavez

• 📌 MaryAnn Chavez is a California native, professional dancer, choreographer, and dance educator with over a decade of experience.
• 🌎 She has traveled the world teaching and performing and is signed with Bloc Dance Agency.
• 🏆 Chavez is a three-time Capezio A.C.E. Awards finalist and an Artist in Residence at the Peabody Conservatory.

Collaboration with SDCDA

• 👏 MaryAnn Chavez had a fun experience working with San Diego Civic Dance Arts, praising the dancers' open-mindedness and eagerness.
• ✨ The dancers demonstrated great energy and hard work, making the collaboration a joy.

MaryAnn's Diverse Credits

• 📺 Her commercial dance credits include major brands like Disney Channel, Apple Music, and Microsoft.
• 🎤 She has danced alongside artists such as Sophia Carson and OneRepublic, and assisted choreographers for Halsey and Bella Poarch.
• 🎬 MaryAnn's choreographic work can be seen in Netflix's Vivo animated music video and tour visuals for Elderbrook.

Teaching and Mentorship

• 🧠 MaryAnn's teaching style fuses hip hop and contemporary foundations into a bold, dynamic blend.
• 🌱 She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of artists with intention, heart, and real-world insight.
• 🌍 Chavez has taught internationally in countries like Argentina, Italy, and Canada, and co-owns Lume Dance, an industry prep program.