About Ming-Bo Lam
I sacrificed, I learned big lessons, I made my goals mine… and I’m not done.
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Hi! I’m Ming-Bo.
I have built a reputation for centring inclusivity and compassion at the heart of my classes and prioritizing the creation of brave spaces for all who attend.
I use contemporary dance and improvisation to help students “heal, feel, liberate, and celebrate”.
I believe that we each hold the power of self-expression through movement and that dancing is often the best means of communicating that which cannot be said. My goal for all my students is to feel empowered, capable, and present in their bodies both in-class and beyond.
I am currently based in Tkaronto, and am thrilled to be teaching in the city and beyond. You can learn more about where to take class with me here or reach out if you would like to book a private class or workshop.
- xo Bo
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MING-BO LAM (she/her) is a multi-disciplinary creative, educator, and dance artist, blazing a unique path through the Canadian commercial and contemporary dance landscape.
With over 15 years of experience in the industry, Ming-Bo is recognized for her ability to lead with unwavering empathy, integrity, and courage, and is known for her work in facilitating safe and educational spaces for novice and professional movers alike.
With a career that continues to flourish, Ming-Bo has choreographed for theatre and film productions, independent dance projects and commissions. Select credits include the Much Music Video Awards, the Toronto Raptors’ Dance Pak, The Umbrella Academy, Sogand, PSY, Fashion Art Toronto, and the NBA All Star Weekend. Her dance film work has been featured by The Dance Current, the Toronto International Short Film Festival, and the Utah Dance Film Festival.
Ming-Bo possesses a diverse and well-rounded educational background. She graduated on the Dean's List with an Honours BFA in Theatre Performance Dance from Toronto Metropolitan (Ryerson) University, where she was also selected as valedictorian. She also holds a Master’s in Management Innovation and Entrepreneurship degree from Queen's University’s Smith School of Business.
Ming-Bo operates with the belief that empowering dance artists with business acumen and know-how can help shift the power imbalances in the dance industry and create more sustainable, long-term careers.
It is this belief, blended with her impressive artistic accomplishments, that have led Ming-Bo to become a four-time speaker at the Dancer Transition Resource Centre’s (DTRC) ‘On The Move’ conference, in addition to presenting at their national conferences.
Ming-Bo is currently based in Tkaronto*, where she is a faculty member of Sheridan Collage's Honours Bachelor of Music Theatre Performance program and a contract lecturer at TMU. Ming-Bo is dedicated to transforming dance spaces throughout Canada, from the perspective of safety, education and empowerment.*Tkaronto is the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishnabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee, and the Wendat peoples. You can learn more about, and take action to support, the Land Back movement here.
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→ The KIT
→ Toronto Life
→ Toronto Raptors
→ NBA
→ Fête Chinois
→ TO Live
→ Toronto Raptors
→ NBA All Star Weekend
→ Much Music Video Awards
→ The Umbrella Academy
→ Fashion Art Toronto
Ways to dance with me...Privates
Private Sessions
A private session designed to support you and your dance goals
Sessions include:
✓1 - 2 hours of personalized instruction
✓ Technique and/or choreography
✓ Solo sessions or small groups
Rates start at $150/hr
Programs
BO’S BASICS
CONTEMPORARY WORKSHOPS
A progressive workshop for Beginner to Intermediate level dancers, that builds and strengthens the foundations of contemporary dance technique and performance.
BO’S BASICS includes:
✓ Digital welcome booklet
✓ 2-hours of training per week
✓ Journal prompts + homework exercises
✓ Professional video footage (optional)
Classes
Workshops
& Pop-Ups
If you'd like to hire Ming-Bo for a workshop or event, please click here to send an email.
Keep an eye on Instagram - @love.mingbo - for any pop-up or drop-in classes.
