Cats Broadway Workshop
The Cats Broadway workshop will include a vibrant and dynamic warm-up session alongside engaging felinity exercises that help embody the characters' essence. Participants will also receive an informative background description of the beloved musical, giving context to its rich narrative. Following this introduction, dancers will learn a phrase of choreography that is not only used to audition actors for the show but can also be observed in the iconic stage production, enhancing their understanding and appreciation of this classic performance. At the end of the workshop, there will be a Q&A session where participants can ask Kieran questions about his professional career and his experiences working in the show.
Workshop Fees
Full Workshop Fee: $55
Studio Members: $45
As a token of appreciation for being a part of our 509 Collective family, we are pleased to offer a special discounted fee for workshops and events to dancers enrolled at our studio. This discount is our way of showing gratitude for your continued dedication and commitment to our community. Studio members should check their recent statements for the discount code or reach out to hello@509collective with your dancer’s name and the class(es) they are enrolled in.
Meet Kieran
Kieran Macdonald, a dynamic dance artist and choreographer originally from Paisley, Scotland and Edmonton, Alberta, now thrives in the electric dance scene of New York City. Represented by MSA Talent Agency, Kieran received his International Baccalaureate Dance Programme certification from Victoria School of the Arts and trained intensely at the Joffrey Ballet School in New York. He has been mentored by industry leaders Ray Leeper, Dana Foglia, and Stacey Tookey, who have greatly impacted his dance training and professional career.
Kieran has had the privilege of collaborating with influential figures like Marguerite Derricks, Will Loftis, Martha Nichols, Travis Wall, Jason Parsons, Kathryn McCormick, Kristen Gorski, Lukas McFarlane, and Chrissie Cartwright. Additionally, Kieran was involved in workshopping material for the musical adaption, The Prince of Egypt with choreographer Sean Cheesman, which premiered on London’s West End in 2020. He has also had the opportunity to perform alongside best-selling recording artists, Alessia Cara and Shawn Hook, to name a few.
Kieran was last seen touring across the United States, Canada, and Mexico as the Dance Captain and Swing (understudying Mistoffelees) on the Broadway National Tour of Cats the musical, featuring choreography by three-time Tony Award winner, Andy Blankenbueler. Other projects include working on a global campaign with leading fashion house, Gucci and performing at PaleyFest with the Amazon Prime Original, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Kieran’s artistic journey has graced media outlets from Dance Teacher Magazine to DanceLife Australia, Breakaway Magazine, and more.