FAU’s Clarence Brooks wins Randolph A. Frank Prize for the Performing Arts
June 9, 2010 · 0 Comments
BOCA RATON — Clarence Brooks, director of dance and assistant professor in the department of theatre and dance in Florida Atlantic University’s Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters, was recently awarded the Randolph A. Frank Prize for the Performing Arts.
Randolph Frank Foundation member, left, presents Clarence Brooks with award.
Brooks was one of three recipients of the prize, which recognizes commitment, dedication and inspired work in the performing arts in Palm Beach County. Brooks received the award because of the innovative programs he has established at FAU over the last four years. He received a crystal trophy and a cash prize.
A dance instructor, performer and choreographer in Palm Beach County for 12 years, Brooks has been associated with FAU for six years. During his time at FAU, he brought the Florida Dance Education Association annual conference and the nationally-recognized Bill Evans Dance Company to the university.
Brooks’ performing career began in 1980. He has been associated with such companies as Ballet Oklahoma; Laura Dean Musicians and Dancers; Nikolais/Murray Louis Dance and the Charleston Ballet Theatre.
Since returning to Florida, he was a ballet, modern and jazz dance instructor for three separate grade levels at Bak Middle School of the Arts.
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