TALENT DEVELOPMENT
Solid programme
Solid Program brings together two powerful pathways for hiphop dancers aged 12 to 24 who are serious about making dance their career. Whether you're just finding your voice or ready to step onto a professional stage, our programme is built for you.
The programme consists of two tracks: Solid Next Gen and Solid Pro. Each focused on individual growth, hands-on experience, and building a real future in the theatrical hiphop dance world.
Solid PRO
18 - 25 YEARS
Solid Pro is where ambition meets the stage. This intensive 8-month development programme is designed for semi-professional and self-taught hiphop dancers between 18 and 25, who are drawn to theatre but may not yet have experience with it.
Born from the Dancedemic initiative. Pioneered by Henry O'Tawiah around the theme of 'Corona experiences' and supported by Solid and ISH. The programme made its premiere at De Meervaart on May 8, 2022, and has since become a core part of Solid's talent development offering.
Each edition selects 6 to 12 dancers through auditions. Under the guidance of Henry O'Tawiah and Victoria Osipova, participants grow as dancers while gaining real insight into what it takes to be part of a professional theatre production. The process culminates in a premiere at one of Amsterdam's established theatres.
SOLID NEXT GEN
Boink is now “Young Solid”, a programme where the most talented dancers in the Netherlands between the ages of 9 and 16 receive lessons from the very best teachers within hiphop styles. Participants from previous editions include finalists of Hollands Got Talent, Superkids, as well as dancers who have been casted at Nike and Adidas commercials. If you want to upgrade your skills in a short time, this is the place for you.
Auditions are currently closed
The team
Henry O’Tawiah
Henry is known worldwide as one of the most versatile dancers and choreographers within street dance styles
He began his dance journey at a young age and it didn’t take long for his undeniable talent to stand out in the HipHop community and be noticed by Jeffrey Roberts, an iconic dancer from the Dutch Hip Hop underground dance scene.
His unique creativity and choreographic skills quickly made him a sought-after dancer and choreographer in both the theatre and commercial fields. Theatre company ISH was his first experience as a professional and later on he collaborated with other renowned theatre companies such as Cirque du Soleil and the National Ballet of the Netherlands, where he took his art to new heights.
Henry danced and/or choreographed for some of the biggest names in the music industry, including Rita Ora, Mariah Carey and Kylie Minogue.
He has also been able to shine in TV shows such as Idols, Xfactor, Dance Dance Dance.
To top it off, Henry was chosen to be part of the Adidas World Team in 2015, where he was mentored and collaborated with legends in the dance world such as Storm and Salah.
Victoria Osipova
Victoria's career is marked by impressive collaborations and commercial work, featuring renowned brands like Nike, G-Star RAW, and Fresh' N Rebel. She has also shared the stage with notable music artists such as Martin Garrix and Loreen. Victoria's influence extends beyond commercial success; she has participated in prestigious events like TEDx Amsterdam and DEFQON 1 festival and has showcased her talents on SYTYCD Netherlands x Belgium. As the owner of "VTP" (Victory Training Program) in Amsterdam since 2021 and the head choreographer of "Dancedemic" production in 2023, Victoria Osipova continues to shape the dance landscape with her dedication to both performance and education.
Victoria Osipova, a highly accomplished professional in the world of dance, hails from Russia and is based in Arnhem, Netherlands. dance teacher, choreographer, movement director, and commercial model. Victoria's journey in dance spans various styles, including ballroom dance with a "B" class certification in the Russian system, ballet training at the Vaganova Ballet School, and participation in the "MOTUS" Dance Company by Diana Matos in 2020.
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