maryann's Dance Studio

Maryann Hukill began dance at the age of five with Kaye Gorham and joined the Kaye Gorham Touring Company at the age of thirteen. under Kaye Gorham's supervision, she began jazz lessons with Broadway's Johnny Madison and singing and dramatics with other Broadway teachers.

 

While in high school, Maryann performed locally at the Casa Sevile for six months and did various club date shows. In the summer, Maryann did State Fairs with Hank Snow, Bobby Rydell, Lawrence Welk, Bobby Vinton, Carmel Quinn and other variety acts. She also appeared numerous times at Carnegie Hall.

 

During her college years, Maryann appeared at the San Su San with Julius LaRosa, Dick Gregory, Pat Cooper, Buddy Greco and Red Buttons.

 

Some of the New York Hotels Maryann performed at included the Waldorf Astoria, The Plaza, The Sheraton, The Americana and The Commadore. Other performances included the Friar's Roasting of Rudy Valle and Johnny Carson.

 

Most of the Trade and Industrial Shows were performed at the New York Coliseum and Atlantic City Convention Center.

 

Maryann performed with Hines, Hines and Dad in A.G.V.A. Shows. In Puerto Rico, she appeared at the El San Juan with Sophie Tucker, Mimi Hines and Phil Ford, Red Buttons, Sammy Davis, Jr. and Louis Armstrong.

 

She also participated in a U.S.O. Tour of Various Army, Marine and Air Force Bases, as well as Naval bases, including Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.

 

Maryann credits most of her early dance education to Kaye Gorham and, today, continues to attend dance classes with Master Teachers. One of Maryann's goals in life still revolves around the world of dance and, most importantly, her students. Because of her wonderful memories and dance achievements, Maryann strives to share her expertise and experiences with all her students.

 


 

 

 
 

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