BEAM+

BEAM+ is a creative arts organization that provides equitable access to dance and other artistic opportunities for all people. Follow us on social media, @BEAMPLUSYOU.

Miah Yager

Co-founder and BEAM+ Artist

Hi, I’m Miah Yager and I’ve been dancing since before I could walk. Besides dance, I enjoy singing, songwriting, musical theatre and fashion. I’m a strong advocate for people with disabilities. I’m the Co-Founder of BEAM+ alongside Bridget and I love dancing with Beam+.

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+ Where to spot Miah: Not only is Miah seen in the first introductions at the top of the show, but she can be seen in the BEAM+ film later on during Act 3. Tag us (@BeamPlusYou)
if you spot her.

Bridget Heddens

Co-founder and BEAM+ Artist

Hi, my name is Bridget and I’m a caregiver, dancer and teaching artist based in Denver, CO. I am the Co-Founder of BEAM+ along with Miah Yager. I’m dedicated to providing an equitable space for all people to express themselves through art. When I’m not dancing, I enjoy puzzles, hiking, going to museums, and hanging out with my partner Alex and our two dogs.

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+ Where to spot Bridget: Along side Miah, Bridget can be seen right at the top of the show in the first Introductions. Tag us (@BeamPlusYou) if you spot her.

Access Gallery

BEAM+ Guest Company

Access Gallery is an inclusive nonprofit organization that engages the community by opening doors to creative, educational and economic opportunities for people with disabilities to access, experience and benefit from the arts.

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+ Where to spot Access Gallery: Access Gallery is the first guest company being highlighted in the first half of show. Tag us (@BeamPlusYou) and them (@AccessGalleryCo) if you
spot their work.

Pablito Montoya-Baca

BEAM+ Artist

Hi, my name is Pablito Jimmy Montoya-Baca. I am 17 years old, almost 18 and I live in Denver, Colorado. I will be a Senior at Strive Prep Smart this Fall, I love being a part of BEAM+ and I have learned so much about dancing with Ms. Bridget. This is the first class I have ever taken besides school classes. I like being with the other class members because it makes me feel very grown up. I have made many friends. I hope to learn a lot more about dancing and make more friends.

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+ Where to spot Pablito: Not only is Pablito seen in the second introduction during the first half of the show, but he can be seen in the BEAM+ Film during act 1. Tag us (@BeamPlusYou)
if you spot him.

The Wayfaring Band

BEAM+ Guest Company

The Wayfaring Band is an adventure where everyone belongs! Although we like to rock, we are not a rock-n-roll or musical band. We are a wayfaring band, which means we are a group of people who travel together. We offer adventure travel and immersive learning opportunities for adults with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities. We offer both in-person and virtual programs.

We reject the assumption that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are limited in their capacity to enjoy the full human experience. We are creating a world where everybody matters, differences enrich, and opportunities are boundless. Our dream is to model our vision of inclusion everywhere we travel, fundamentally altering the way people experience difference. #EverybodyIn!

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+ Where to spot The Wayfaring Band: The Wayfaring band is the second guest company being highlighted in the first half of the show. Tag us (@BeamPlusYou) and them (@TheWayfaringBand) if you spot their work.

SJ Holloway

BEAM+ Guest Choreographer and Performer

Hi, my name is SJ, a Colorado native, is a well-seasoned performer and instructor who majored in Dance Performance from Oral Roberts University. She has trained in multiple dance styles ranking up about 20+ years of experience under her belt.

In addition to performing, at the age of 15, I began my career choreographing for numerous local performing arts productions in the community. I’ve been a part of many electrifying local music artists' shows, videos, and dance companies.

I had a highlighting role dancing in the Connect 4 entertainment 4 the Love of Micheal Tribute Show, Creative Directed The IMPECKABLES dance team, and also trained with the renowned Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Company.

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+ Where to spot SJ: Our hip-hop fusion BEAM+ guest artist can be found during their solo in collaboration with BEAM+ right before the film is premiered. Keep a look out for her smooth moves. Tag us (@BeamPlusYou) and her (@Reyna_Muerta) if you spot
this upbeat collab.

Alex Guardia

Creative Director and BEAM+ Artist

I'm a multi-disciplined Creative Peruvian from Miami, based out of Denver and I like to make good stuff that speaks to the heart. For the past six years, I've focused my energy in the world of Design and Art Direction. With works for the New World Symphony and  MIT Lab. I've diversified my portfolio, but most importantly my experience in the realm of marketing, design thinking, film, and story-telling. In my personal time, you'll find me glued to my camera in a studio setup or a hike alongside my partner and dogs, as this ten-year hobby has been a consistent fuel to my passion for the arts.

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+ Where to spot Alex: Our very own Creative Director kicks off the film with a heart felt into right before the premier. Keep a look out for Alex’s words not only then but during Act 3. Tag us (@BeamPlusYou) if you’ve spotted Alex!

Ross Heddens

BEAM+ Guest Voice Artist

Hey, my name is Ross. I’m Bridget’s younger brother, currently living in Denver. I’ve been in the Marine Corps for 4 years which oddly has helped me strengthen and define my voice for this film.  I’ve been a part of many different kinds of projects before but none like this. I couldn’t be more excited for this.

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+ Where to spot Ross: Maybe not much seeing but listening. Keep your ears close right before our BEAM+ film is premiered, he might be able to guide you through the show. Tag us (@BeamPlusYou) and Ross (@Heddens.Ross)
if you’ve spotted him!

Sophia Martinez

BEAM+ Artist

Hi, my name is Sophia and I'm a stay-at-home mom to two young adults with very different abilities. I was not able to keep my day job or my evening job due to the extra support my kids need. I was happy to adjust my life and home to make a safe and loving life for our family. In the past, I worked ten years as a Reading Assistant, Special Education paraprofessional, and a certified Invasive Procedure Paraprofessional with The Denver Public Schools. My evening job was part-time at The Home Depot for ten years as a Garden Associate, Cashier, Sign Maker, and Kids Clinic Captain. I've also been a caregiver for individuals of all ages and at this point in our lives, I have been experimenting with my art and painting more. I'd like to develop my talents into a successful career. In the meantime, I value my time and the people I allow to flourish in love and respect. I try to make everyone around me feel loved and important. We are all not promised time here on earth. We must make the best of our time, our children, our earth, and our worth. It's a symbiotic relationship we must all see in order to lives in harmony.

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+ Where to spot Sophia: SHHHHHH! Listen… Act 1, right at the top of the show, Sophia graces us with some wise words. Tag us (@BeamPlusYou) if you’ve spotted her!

Tofer Breüer

BEAM+ Guest Artist and Certified Deaf Interpreter

Hello, My name is Tofer Breuer and I am the bridge between the hearing and Deaf communities. Deaf from birth, with Cerebral Palsy, and Trans-Male identified, I have had to navigate a world which is profoundly unfriendly to anyone who is different. I am the embodiment of different. In the early 2000’s I performed with QUEST, a Deaf performance group in Washington DC, while attending Gallaudet University, the only Deaf Liberal Arts university in the United States. I have been an interpreter for many choirs. Most notably; Denver Women’s Chorus, Harmony Chorale and Phoenix Trans Choir. Most recently I have been involved with and the sole interpreter for, Judaism Your Way. A Jewish organization who is dedicated to bringing Jewish learning and celebration to all.

I am a Certified Deaf Interpreter (CDI). This type of interpreter brings a very specific skill to an interpreting relationship. When there is a communication breakdown between a Deaf person and a hearing interpreter a CDI is brought in to facilitate better understanding on both sides utilizing a cultural perspective. I am one of a handful of CDI’s in the nation.

Tofer is available for free-lance interpreting at:
thekiltedinterpreter@gmail.com

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+ Where to spot Tofer: Our wonderful guest artist and ASL interpreter adds depth to the BEAM+ film at the top of Act 1.Tag us (@BeamPlusYou and @Tofer_Breuer)
if you’ve spotted him!

Shelby Martinez

BEAM+ Artist

Hi, my name is Shelby Angel Martinez, and since I was just a few months old, I was a strong-willed personality. I defied physical therapy and fought back doing everything my way. To this day, I still insist on doing everything my way and on my timing. I have Down Syndrome as well as Autism and I am non-verbal. I am strengthening my American Sign Language skills for me to succeed in communicating and relationship building. I've always loved music and can escape my daily challenges by dancing and smiling in abundance.  Music moves My soul! Dancing just came naturally as I am drawn to music. I enjoyed ten years of Be Beautiful Be Yourself dance program with The Global Down Syndrome Foundation. I learned so much more than ballet moves and poses. I gained lifelong friendships and confidence each semester, and learned how to stand in front of a crowd and be confident. I learned patience and routines as each class showcased their talents. So when I aged out of ballet classes, it felt natural to try another form of dance and Community. My family and I have been blessed with Bridget, Miah, and Alex forming BEAM+You class. We look forward to new opportunities and gatherings with our BEAM+ family.

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+ Where to spot Shelby: When you hear the first sign of and upbeat song in the film, you’ve arrived. BEAM+ year 1 artist, Shelby, graces us with her moves along side Pablito during Act 1. Tag us (@BeamPlusYou) if you’ve spotted her!

Blake Boseneiler

BEAM+ Artist

Hello! My name is Blake Boseneiler and I currently reside in Louisville, Colorado, and have been a part of Beam+ for about two years. My full-time job is working as a Registered Behavior Technician with individuals on the Autism Spectrum Disorder, as well as teaching dance part-time to all ages. I have grown up dancing and come to love modern dance and improvisation. In my free time, I hang out with my two dogs, take yoga, hike and watch drag videos. I am passionate about BEAM+ because it offers a collaborative, creative, and inclusive medium for everyone to be part of and grow.

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+ Where to spot Blake: Long term BEAM+ family member, Blake, can be spotted closing the first Act of the film through modern movement. Tag us (@BeamPlusYou) if you’ve spotted her!

Le Soul

BEAM+ Guest Poet

Hi, my name is Le Soul, a creative artist from Brooklyn, NYC. I use paintings, poetry, and other art forms to connect with the community. I have curated many shows in the NYC, NJ, and New Orleans area through my collective, Forever Soul Live. My brand stands on the foundation of creating safe spaces in different places for artists to grow and prosper. BEAM+ provided a resource for me to connect with all kinds of people in the community. With now being based in Denver, I hope to create the same safe space I’ve curated back home.

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+ Where to spot Le Soul: Our poetry BEAM+ guest artist can be seen projecting rhymes, evoking an emotion through words at the top of Act 2. Tag us (@BeamPlusYou) and her (@LeSoul.Art) if you spot her.

Lindsay Pearson

BEAM+ Artist

Hi, my name is Lindsay Pearson and I am a dancer, friend to all, a dog lover (I have three!) and a hard worker. I enjoy lots of activities outside of dance including, walking my dogs, reading, listening to podcasts and working out. I have been employed at my job at Walgreen’s for nearly five years and have been living in Boulder since I was two.

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+ Where to spot Lindsay: Our year 2 BEAM+ Artist, Lindsay, can be spotted during Act 2’s incline to summit. An exploration of emotion right before this Act’s big hoorah. Tag us (@BeamPlusYou) if you can spot her!

Faith Vidrine

BEAM+ Artist

Hi! My name is Faith. I work for a Not-for-profit organization called The Wayfaring Band. We are not a rock-n-roll band but a traveling group and I do enjoy my job. I enjoy traveling, I enjoy singing and dancing also I enjoy of writing poetry.

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+ Where to spot Faith: Our year 1 BEAM+ Artist, Faith, can be seen evoking high emotions through movement at the peak of the film in Act 2. With a combination of movement and acting through improv, you can sense the turning point of the film through Faith’s solo. Tag us (@BeamPlusYou) if you can spot her!

Kristel Brown

BEAM+ Artist

Hi my name is Kristel,  and I am a theater maker, civic artist, activist, dancer, and mama. I am passionate about arts access for all and the reinvention of art-making & arts spaces as radical, inclusive, and democratic. My teaching artist experience extends, locally, Denver-metro area as well as various senior/community centers and schools in the NYC-metro area. I currently resides in Broomfield with my partner, two children, and one bouncy puppy named Peggy.

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+ Where to spot Kristel: Closing out Act 2, our long term BEAM+ Artist Kristel, projects a somber feeling through movement. Tag us (@BeamPlusYou) if you can spot her!

Kween

BEAM+ Guest Musician

Inspired by the LGBT experience, I hope The Kween Project takes you on a unexpected journey through the fusion of sub-bass music and cinematic orchestration. Music creates such a special connection and I am honored to collaborate for the 'Seasons in Solitude' showcase.
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+ Where to spot Kween: Keep your ears close to the speakers, not only will you be able to hear but you’ll be able to sense Kween’s magic through song right in the height of Act 3. Tag us (@BeamPlusYou) and Kween (@HeyItsKween)
if you’ve spotted them!

Joe Noll

BEAM+ Artist

Hi. My name is Joe Noll, I’m 27 years old and I was born in Montrose. I have Down syndrome. "Without love, where would we be right now?" Dancing brings joy, health, and connection. I've been dancing my whole life, and I believe BEAM+ gives hope to the world.

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+ Where to spot Joe: Closing out Act 3 right before the ‘Final Hoorah.’ Joe graces us with his dance experience in his solo. Conveying a freeing feeling through movement. Tag us (@BeamPlusYou) if you’ve spotted him!

Robert E. Acuna

Video Editor and BEAM+ Artist

I'm a Puerto Rican/Costa Rican based out of Miami and I've been a creative my whole life. Originally a traditional artist, my love for film spurred my career trajectory into Film Editing. Having worked on several short films, (some submitted to film festivals) I've been able to strengthen my craft in both marketing and story-telling. My personal projects have also garnered attention from major film sites for their unique and fun perspectives.

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+ Where to spot Robert: This one is different… you see, you can’t physically spot Acuna. Like a great Ninja, he is often unseen… but that doesn’t mean we can’t sense his editing presence throughout the show. Tag us (@BeamPlusYou) to send him some love!