News

Interview
• Jan. 21, 2008
     Swing Dancer Magazine recently sat down for an extensive interview with Mark about his new dance company, M. Stuart Dance Theatre. [...read more]

M. Stuart Dance Theatre - World Premiere
• Dec. 21, 2007
     Announcing the debut of Mark's newly formed dance company, M. Stuart Dance Theatre. Combining intense partnering, classical technique, and social consciousness,this is a company like no other. Look for their World Premiere at the Garden State Dance Festival in the spring of '08. Check out the exclusive sneak peek here... [...read more]

CK - The Beach: Music Video in Post Production
• via MTV Dec. 16, 2007
     Mark just finished shooting upcoming hip-hop/reggae artist CK's new music video THE BEACH, which he both choreographed and danced in. The video was directed by Randy Connor, who is known for his choreography for superstars like Britney Spears. The video is now in post production and is scheduled to hit the MTV airwaves in the summer of '08! [...read more]

2007 JOSEPH JEFFERSON AWARD WINNER - Choreography
• via Playbill Oct. 30, 2007
     The Marriott Theatre's 2006 production of The All Night Strut has received several Joseph Jefferson Awards, including for Choreography. This is Mark's second win in this category having previously won the award in 2005 for the Marriott's production of Swing!. [...read more]

SO YOU THINK YOU CAN PARTNER?
• Partnering Masterclass Series for Dancers Sept. 27, 2007
     The Masterclass series returns to NYC with a new fall schedule, new levels, and new pricing. Beginning this fall, unlock the secrets to partnering with anyone. Class size is limited, so register in advance. [...read more]

FEATURE FILM DEBUT
• Bolden! and The Great Observer Sept. 7, 2007
    Mark just completed shooting two feature films with legendary choreographer and Tony-Award winner Hinton Battle . Look for Bolden! and The Great Observer in 2008. [...read more]

PRIVATE LESSONS AVAILABLE
• Limited Availability Sept. 16, 2007
    Mark is now available for a limited number of weekly private lessons. Email to inquire about pricing and availability. [...inquire]

CELEBRATE THE DANCE PHENOMENON, "SWING!" AS A TUTS PREMIERE
• via Houston Theater District Nov. 3, 2006
    Jump and jive to the beats of Big Band when Theatre Under The Stars produces Swing! from January 30-February 11 at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts (800 Bagby at Walker). Swing! is a celebration of the music and dance phenomenon that swept the nation in the 30's and 40's and has returned to become one of today's fastest growing trends. [...read more]