Shanique Scott

Shanique’s work has been described this way by her audience: “Watching the piece unfolds”, you realize two things over the past 10 years, her choreography is exhilarating and weaves together heart-felt testimonies of her spiritual journey.

Shanique has traveled throughout the years to Kingston, Jamacia and Haiti to pursue missionary work, serving children and young adults in underserved areas, giving her time and expertise to share the love of dance and God too many. A Graduate of Florida A&M University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, Ms. Scott also holds a Master of Science Degree in Music(Performing Arts Management) from Florida International University.

Perhaps the ultimate association occurred during her Master’s Degree Internship with famed dance pioneer, Debbie Allen, in Los Angeles. While in Los Angeles, she received professional training in Ballet, African, Contemporary, and Hip-Hop, all while learning the business of managing a successful dance studio. Before returning home, Scott began her choreography career with Street Beat, Inc. and a consultancy position with Prime Time, Inc., where she co-developed a dance module called, “Movement,” that became the standard for teaching dance workshops in out-of-school programs throughout Palm Beach County, in which she became a Dance Artist for both organizations and eventually SBI’s Artistic Director. Scott is a recipient of the “One Child At A Time” Award and the “Florida After School Alliance 21st CCLC Award of Excellence. Scott has choreographed and produced numerous of successful dance and theater productions during her tenure at Street Beat, Inc.

Ms. Scott also has brought her choreographic talents to a variety of prominent individuals and companies throughout the world. She has choreographed pieces for teen dancers in Kingston, Jamaica; and she traveled with 15 dancers to perform at the Place de la Concorde Centre Square in Paris, France; choreographed opening act for Stellar Award winning Gospel singers Tye Tribbett & Kirk Franklin; and participated in choreography workshops with Step Afrika. Among her Florida projects, Ms. Scott’s choreography has been presented at the Palm Beach Art for Life with Russell Simmons, Kimora Lee Simmons and the Board of Directors of Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation; choreographer, Gospel Kids Jubilee, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach; choreographer, Palm Beach’s Jazz on the Beach Festival, Riviera Beach; choreographer, Community Showcases, Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center, Belle Glade, FL; Artist Coordinator, Orange Bowl Half-Time Show, Miami, and various community events throughout Palm Beach Count.With a passion for the Arts and her community, Scott entered the political scene becoming the youngest Mayor and Commissioner for the City of South Bay in its history. Her goals included achieving transparency and fiscal accountability in government, fostered greater citizen participation and shepherd engaging youth initiatives. Scott’s ability to motivate and mobilize people to action, has led her to become an effective leader, cultivating positive change in her community. Scott’s new direction of focus is shaping the lives of the Glades youngsters through dance and mentorship. As the Founder and Artistic Director of Ascension 33 Dance Studio, Ms. Scott leads and inspires the next generation at Ascension 33 Dance Studio, along with the studio’s charitable arm, Ascension 33, Inc. Ascension 33’s mission is “Where movement comes alive, our well-being elevates to a higher level”.