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1 LAST FOR ONE “The latest example of how a style many might consider an ’80s leftover, as forgettable as leg warmers, is being transformed into an international art form.”
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LAST FOR ONE. “The latest example of how a style many might consider an ’80s leftover, as forgettable as leg warmers, is being transformed into an international art form.”. INTRO. Last For One is an internationally renowned dance performance team based in Seoul, Korea. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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LAST FOR ONE “The latest example of how a style many might consider an ’80s leftover, as forgettable as leg warmers, is being transformed into an international art form.”
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INTRO
Last For One is an internationally renowned dance performance team based in Seoul, Korea. Performing primarily in the medium of what’s broadly known as “street dance” (which encompasses different styles such as b-boying, popping and locking), they are one of the most respected ensembles of their kind in the world. They won 1st place at the 2005 Battle of the Year in Braunschweig, Germany, the largest hip-hop dance event in the world, and took 2nd place at the 2006 Battle of the Year.
Starting with the dance musical “Spin Odyssey” at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2007, which was described by the New York Times as an “international art form,” Last For One has performed at various prestigious events and for international VIPs. Such events include the celebratory performance at the inauguration ceremony for the 17th president of South Korea in 2008, and the welcome event for U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in 2009.
Since 2009, Last For One has been touring the world with the B-boying gala show “One Dream” and with “Soul Beat” that combines percussion music with B-boying. To date, the performances have been staged in over 30 countries in the Americas, Africa, Asia and Europe. For three months starting in December 2011, Last For One put on the hologram-live show crossover <Sino Show> at the world’s first 4D media art theme park “Noi Live.” In addition, Last For One is currently working on a long-term performance in connection with the hologram media facade, which will be launched during the second half of 2012.
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THEATREWith full-length theatrical productions like “One Dream” and “Spin Odyssey,” as well as other performances of various lengths and styles, Last For One has brought b-boying from the streets to the world stage and helped elevate it into a genuine performing art.
PAST VENUES
Riverside Studios – London, UK Assembly Theatre – Edinburgh, UKC Venue - Edinburgh, UKEsplanade - SingaporeQuai Branley Museum – Paris, FranceRoundhouse – London, UKSadler Wells Theatre – London, UKSejong Cultural Center - Seoul, KoreaStylus – Leeds, UKSt. George Hall – Exeter, UKFesco Hall – Vladivostok, Russia
…AND OTHERS
“Truly breathtaking stuff.” - THE SCOTSMAN
“Imagine a break-dancing Charlie Chaplin… Don’t try this at home. Watch these guys instead.” - THREE WEEKS
“Their technical proficiency shines through.” - THE LIST
“Intoxicating and amazing” - STRAITS TIMES
“A transformative experience” - BUSINESS TIMES REVIEW
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EDUCATION & OUTREACHWORKSHOPSFor schools, youth-affiliated groups and various organizations. Can include demonstrations, speech, lessons, and autograph and photograph session. Can be offered as a stand-alone service or as part of a performance run.
SERVICE
On top of their busy schedule, LFO has provided service to the community through various activities such as performing for fundraising events or peace rallies, holding free workshops for disadvantaged students and visiting institutions like the Edinburgh Sick Kids Hospital.
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ENDORSEMENTS & MODELING
B-boys are known for their fit and toned physiques, and Last For One is no exception (one member even placed 3rd in a Korean bodybuilding competition). This lends well for companies and brands like Adidas, Puma and EXR that want to put some extra “muscle” into their product’s image.
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ACTINGMembers of Last For One are available to work as actors in television and film productions. Trained in the dramatic arts by the respected Korean director Jin Man Kim, they have gotten rave reviews for their performances in the musical play “Spin Odyssey” and the popular drama series on Korean television, “Over the Rainbow.” Currently, studios in Bollywood are considering casting them for feature Indian films.
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EVENT ENTERTAINMENTWhatever the nature of your event, it is proven that people are more receptive to any kind of message when they are in an uplifted mood, and Last For One is just the ticket to charge up the atmosphere in the room. Last For One has an unbeatable 100% satisfaction record with all of our clients, and will get even the most restrained person’s hands clapping and his feet tapping.
CJ Group Adidas Edinburgh Sick Children’s Hospital Far East Organization Hewlett Packard HyosungHyatt Hotel HyosungHyundai Motors International Society for Pharmacoeconomics Outcomes ResearchKorean AirKIA MotorsKTLevi’s
London Thames FestivalLotteLuis Vuitton Mary Kay Nissan-Infinity Royal Bank of Scotland SamsungSeoul Museum of Art Shanghai Contemporary Art FairSony EriccsonTower Records Tribeca Film Festival Universal Peace Federation Volvo YouTube (…AND MORE)
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12-2011 “4D Live Park – Sino Show” Kintex, Korea09-2011 “Soul Beat” – LA Ford Theatre, USA08-2011 “Fly Up” – KAAT Festival, Japan06-2011 UNVSTI Battle 1st Prize - France03-2011 Korea Festival - India03-2011 “One Dream” – Texas, USA12-2010 “On The Move” – Arko Theatre, Korea11-2010 “Soul Beat” - Spain, Bulgaria10-2010 “One Dream”South America Tour – Columbia, Ecuador08-2010 “LA Grand Performance Festival” – LA, USA06-2010 “2010 Pecs Festival”performance – Pecs,Hungary05-2010 “One Dream” Africa Tour – South Africa, Nigeria,Turkey,Egypt11- 2009 “San Francisco Hip Hop DanceFest” performance - USA08-2009 “Out of Doors Festival” performance , Lincoln Center - New York, USA05-2009 “One Dream” Africa Tour – Zimbabwe, Angola02-2009 Guest appearance on “Oye! It’s Friday,” NDTV Imagine, Mumbai, India 02-2009 Welcoming performance for U.S. Secretary of State Hilary Clinton’s visit to Seoul, Korea12-2008 “One Dream,” Goyang Aramnuri Theatre, Seoul, Korea 11-2008 YouTube Live guest performance – San Francisco, U.S.A.10-2008 Korean Heritage Festival, VivoCity Mall - Singapore06-2008 “All4One,” Quai Branley Museum – Paris, France06-2008 “SPIN ODYSSEY,” Esplanade – Singapore05-2008 “One Dream” Russia Tour02-2008 Korea 17th Presidential Inauguration Ceremony 11,12-2007 ‘Spin Odyssey’ Performance in Korea08-2007 ‘Spin Odyssey’ Performance in Edinburgh Festival Fringe04-2007 <Planet B Boy> Performance in Tribeca Film Festival, New York, U.S.A.
Recent CV (more extensive CV available upon request)
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CONTACT
For inquiries and additional materials, contact:
Kyung Seok Hwang (Leo) / Manager Burak Lee / Project Manager
m. +82 10 5398 2230 m. +82 10 4940 [email protected] [email protected]
