José Arturo Chumbe is a renowned Peruvian producer, choreographer and dancer who has earned a space in the world of entertainment for his numerous works on television programs such as 'María Pia y Timoteo', 'Bailando por un Sueño', 'El gran show', among others. In addition to working as a choreographer to the stars, Chumbe is also known for his role as an instructor and mentor, since he offered dance classes and workshops. Although he is no longer dedicated to it, the famous artistic director did not hesitate to offer a blunt opinion about the level of teaching that is now taught in the dance schools in the country. Peru. What did she say?
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What did Arturo Chumbe say about the current dance teachings in Peru?
In an interview for the YouTube program 'Lado B', from the newspaper La República, Arturo Chumbe did not hesitate to question the level of teaching that exists in dance schools in Peru.
“There are more dance schools, but they are looking at it with (a business) only to make money. In other words, there are schools, but there are no real teachers. You have the young boy who dances urban and because he is good (at that dance) his friends come and for just doing TikTok or being an influencer, or because he simply dances beautifully, people come to take classes (at his school).. There are many little schools, but no teachers“explained the choreographer.
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“There is no training because, of course, I can teach you the fashion step; but if that boy wants to be a professional, he goes to a casting or goes to a company, he doesn't know what it's like to arrive on time, he doesn't know what it's like to wear rehearsals, they don't know what personal hygiene, physical appearance, maintaining a diet, training, that is (in other words), they don't know anything,” added the choreographer to the stars.
Likewise, the former jury of 'The Great Show' revealed that, in other South American countries, such as Argentina, dancers perform all types of dances in their training before venturing into the urban world.
“In other countries, what they practice in urban areas they have already done jazz and ballet (…) Here, Argentine dancers do ballet, they do jazz, they do acrobatics, they do everything. That is, they are studying all the time. Not here “, said Arturo Chumbe.
Why did Arturo Chumbe stop teaching dance classes?
Although Arturo Chumbe started in the show by participating in the children's show 'María y Timoteo', he had the opportunity to become a dance teacher for children. Thus, he opened his first school in Miraflores. However, after several years of teaching, the artistic director put aside this facet of his life to dedicate himself to other projects.
“I have had a dance school for a long time. It was a success. I got into the role of teacher for many years, but at one point I said: 'I have to stop because I didn't prepare to be a teacher.' ) needed a break. I haven't taught classes for more than 10 years,” said the famous choreographer.
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