Dayanisma welcomes 3 new dancers!!!!

New Associate Members Teresa and Karen pose with Natalie and Ming



New Associate Members Teresa and Sharon being silly
with Ming and Natalie at ATS (R) Homecoming

We are thrilled to announce the new Associate Members of Dayanisma: Karen Hoover, Sharon Walker and Teresa Kesselman.  These beautiful dancers have worked tirelessly to develop their dance skills and technique and each is an amazing performer in her own right.  In addition, this is an extraordinary group of strong and positive women who are very welcome additions to our Dayanisma family.  For more information about Karen, Sharon and Teresa, please check out their bios located on our Troupe Member page. ~ Dawn

Photo shoot

On Saturday afternoon Dayanisma troupe members had a photo shoot with the talented Paul Cory.  Paul had found some interesting spots in downtown Durham, NC.   The official pics aren't out yet, but we wanted to share some photos of the photo shoot!

Patti and Lisa with Dawn in the background

It was chilly and some of the photos required us to dance in bare feet on uneven ground.  Numb toes are a small price to pay, right?

Huddling for warmth while the lovely Patti was posing

It was about 50 degrees outside.  The breeze was chilly but the sun was shining and the day was beautiful!

Patti posing for the winning shot
with Paul behind the camera and his assistant on lighting

Paul is a really talented photographer.  He let us peek at his camera after some of the shots.  His composition and use of lighting is impressive.  We can't wait to see the final products.


Photo shoot in downtown Durham, NC;
we asked for gritty so one location was an ally

Stay tuned for the professional troupe pics from Paul!