Brian Brooks

Accomplished dance professional with nearly three decades of experience spanning choreography, education, performance, creative direction, and full-scale production. Dedicated to cultivating young minds and creating meaningful spaces for people of all ages to express their authentic selves, expand their awareness, and explore mindful movement practices in ways we were never taught as kids. Proven regional impact includes developing wellness centers for the Palm Springs Unified School District and guest teaching at Banning High School.

Brings a comprehensive background in theatrical direction, community engagement, and elite-level dance pedagogy tailored for premier studios and academic programs throughout the Coachella Valley.

Wellness Center Creator & Consultant - Palm Springs Unified School District - Coachella Valley, California

Regional Leadership

• Developed and implemented specialized wellness centers designed to foster mindful spaces, personal expression, and student well-being.
• Integrated creative methodologies to support holistic youth development, emotional grounding, and community engagement.

Owner & Creative Director - 27 Productions - Coachella Valley, California

(2018)

• Design original show concepts, storylines, custom choreography, and comprehensive production plans for live entertainment.
• Educate, train, and mentor dancers and multidisciplinary performers across various experience levels.
• Direct rehearsals and oversee full-scale live theatrical productions.
• Collaborate directly with schools, educational institutions, professional performers, and guest artists.

Consulting Dance Director, Choreographer, and Educator - Independent Consulting - Coachella Valley, California

(2007)

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive dance and training programs.
• Choreograph stage productions and oversee creative development for performance teams.
• Instruct students in technical execution, advanced choreography, private lessons, and specialized master classes.
• Coordinate guest artists and specialized training curriculum; partner with school and community dance programs.

Guest Dance Educator - Banning High School - Coachella Valley, California

Educational Outreach

• Instructed and inspired student performers through specialized master classes and curriculum enhancements.
• Focused on building stage presence, technical proficiency, and artistic confidence within diverse student groups.

Choreographer, Producer & Creative Collaborator - Branham High School - Coachella Valley, California

Ongoing / Collaborative

• Create and produce original dance productions derived from original storylines and conceptual frameworks.
• Co-direct large-scale productions alongside dance educator Eileen Bertron, managing staging and rehearsals.
• Guide student performers in advancing technical proficiency, performance quality, character development, and stage presence.

Dancer, Trainer & Choreographer - MKC Bollywood Dance Company

(2006 - 2021)

• Trained and developed professional dancers for a premier Bollywood dance company, performing nationally on America's Got Talent (2010).
• Authored original choreography and performance material for touring theatrical and television productions.

Professional Theme-Park Entertainer / Choreographer - California's Great America / Paramount's Great America

(1997 - 1999)

Also returned as Choreographer for the 40 Seasons of Summer production (2016).

• Performed as a professional theme-park entertainer (1997 – 1999) and returned as Choreographer for the 40 Seasons of Summer production (2016).

Dance Director - Calder Academy

(2007 - 2008)

• Directed dance programming and technical training while cultivating performance opportunities for students.

Dance Instructor - Studio 10 - Cupertino, CA

(2005 - 2007)

• Instructed students in classical ballet and jazz technique, private instruction, and professional performance training.

Company Dancer - Aakash Khaiim Dance Ensemble

(2002 - 2003)

Cruise Ship Performer - Holland America

(2004 - 2005)

Hip-Hop Company Dancer - Culture Shock - San Francisco, CA

(1997 - 1998)

Hip-Hop Company Dancer - Phaze II - Cupertino, CA

(1996 - 1998)

Full Dance Internship & Scholarship - Dance - The Performing Arts Center (1999 - 2004)

High School Diploma - Piedmont Hills High School (1996)