Lightening Strikes Twice

Who doesn’t enjoy watching an electrifying performance?

Christopher Estrella was born with kinesthetic intelligence, good looks, kind heart and a whole lot of verve. Music and dance is a way of life, he’s danced with various dance troupes in San Diego. Just 25 years of age, Estrella is artistic director and founder of C-Star Producionz, and a lightening rod to showcase others talent.

Lightning strikes twice on the Mandeville’s Auditorium on UCSD campus for its second year, "All 4 U” San Diego's Best Talent and Dance Show, on February 20, 2010 from 7-9 pm.

Performances by: Unity, Majesty in Motion, One Nation , Kruciaal Element, Future Shock, Syde FX , Pride Rice Dance Crew, Ascension, Mt Carmel Dance Troupe, Super Galactic Beat Manipulators, Fusion & Static Soundtrack, Body Poets.

Choreographers: Mitchel Hills, Jaami Waali, Kobi Rozenfeld, Daniel Marshall, Justin Vaughn, Laurel Darcey, Vanessa Andrada, Chris Estrella, KJ Gonzales, David Stein

Estrella's inspiration and almost half of musical selection is a tribute to the late Michael Jackson. Jackson’s bigger than life persona had a profound influence professionally and personally on him. Estrella went to his memoriam in LA and participated in Thrill the World, where he met other fans, like himself, who will join him in precision "Thriller" moves for his own dream come true.

It's sure to be a thrill for the audience as well, with signature M J moves, authentic costumes, laser lights and special effects. All the details that come with putting on such a monumental production is enough to make one loose sleep, but an important move towards the next level.

Estrella teaches dance to ages from 5 to 65. As all great teachers, he encourages students to stretch their muscles and challenge their minds. “Practice, practice, practice makes perfect” is his mantra. All that practice stretches his thin frame even thinner, as he runs to practice all over town.

I caught up with Estrella early Saturday morning practice session at beachside basketball court. For Estrella, an avid surfer, the beach must offer balance and a breath of fresh air after week long practices at gyms and studios.

"Chris likes kids, said his aunt, "he is good with kids.”

Ten years old boys, Austin, Ben and Declan agreed, “Dance is fun we like coming to class”.

“Hip hop is a good workout, my son works up a sweat.” even moms are getting into the act. “Me and my girlfriend attend adult classes elsewhere,”said mom to one of the boys.

Estrella discloses quietly his dream to “Share the love of dance and connect with all ages,” and part of his larger dream and to help other homeless youths. Portion of the events proceeds will benefit “Photo Charity” a shelter for ages 18-24, where they transition from at risk youths to productive adults by learning life skills in a safe place off the streets of San Diego.

Hip Hop benefits children and helps in learning and social skills throughout life.
Chris, true to his passion, welcomes all ages and levels to come to practice and perform along with the principal dancers.

Come watch them sizzle, snap, sparkle and pop!
"All 4 U” Saturday, February 20, 2010
7-9:00 pm (doors open 6:30) Location: Mandeville Auditorium UCSD 9500 Gilman Dr. La Jolla, CA 92039 For tickets go to HYPERLINK "http://WWW.CSTAPRODUCTIONZ.TICKETLEAP.COM" WWW.CSTAPRODUCTIONZ.TICKETLEAP.COM or call 888-241-0769

Photocharity go to HYPERLINK "http://www.photochairity.com" www.photochairity.com to learn more about how to help homeless youth.

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