Alicia Ward

Resident Choreographer ENCORE, SECOND CHANTS, SHOWBIZ KIDS, Daytime Choir; Assistant Choreographer JUNIOR HI; Manager ENCORE; Theatre Arts Assistant

(She/her) Alicia Ward is an enthusiastic human who loves performing, teaching and promoting a passion for performance art. After graduating from the University of Calgary with a BFA in Drama with Distinction, Alicia spent a very informative year interning at Theatre Junction followed by two consecutive years in the Professional Training Program at Decidedly Jazz Danceworks.  She has undergone numerous dance exams with RAD and the ISTD. Alicia is a lifelong learner constantly on the hunt for ways to expand her teaching practice.

In addition to being a dance and drama educator, and choreographer, Alicia works administratively for a number of education and arts-focused companies including the Tri-Tone Productions, Tri-Tone Rhythm Society and co-founding the Young Adventurer Society.  Alicia is also the Co-Artistic Director and General Manager of Alberta Dance Theatre, a creative dance company that engages the students in a professional rehearsal process. Alicia has produced and stage managed events and productions for a number of local companies.

When performing Alicia mainly chooses to perform tap dance for young audiences through her Colour Me Sad collaboration with Calgary musician Mandy Morris. Alicia is passionate about growing the artist community in Calgary and fostering opportunities for youth to engage in leadership in the arts.