Aqualillies

Aqualillies is a professional synchronized swimming/dance company founded in 2008 ^[2] and based in Los Angeles, California. They are known as pioneers in the renaissance of water ballet as entertainment ^[3]. Their work has been seen most notably at the TED (Conference), Annenberg Community Beach House^[4], Miami Fashion Week^[5], Kim Kardashian Toasts The Emmys, and for Esther Williams at the Turner Classic Movies’s Film Festival^[6].

History

The company was founded by Mesha Kussman, a graduate of New York University (Experimental Theater Wing) in 2008 with the intention to enliven the Hollywood Pool Party scene with water entertainment. The initial company included a combination of former National Team Swimmers and dancers who trained in swimming. The company's first residency was at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel^[7].

References

[1] ttp://www.latimesmagazine.com/2010/08/aqualillies.html

[2] ttp://www.latimesmagazine.com/2010/08/aqualillies.html

[3] ttp://www.laweekly.com/slideshow/aqualillies-bathing-beauties-of-the-l-a-party-scene-29746382/2/

[4] ttp://globomaestro.com/latestScoop/entry/204/fabulous-fitness-synchronized-swimming-with-the-aqualillies/

[5] ttp://premierguidemedia.com/miami/zync-from-american-express-swim-style-pool-party-at-mercedes-benz-fashion-week-swim/

[6] ttp://www.wireimage.com/ItemListings.aspx?igi=428561&nbc1=1

[7] ttp://www.thedailytruffle.com/2009/08/the-aqualillies-live-at-the-hollywood-roosevelt-hotel-thursdays/

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