Damien Lavergne’s experiences in the dance industry are extensive. He stands out as a most versatile dancer, having trained in ballet, jazz, lyrical, tap, hip hop, musical theatre and contemporary/modern since early childhood.
Damien’s exceptional talent in dance has garnered recognition from prominent industry choreographers including Brian Friedman, Kenny Ortega, Mandy Moore, Aakomon Jones, David Moore, Luther Brown, Laurie Ann Gibson, Amy Wright, Travis Wall, Blake McGrath, Matt Steffanina, and Tucker Barkley, to name just a few. As a professional dancer based in Los Angeles, California, Damien was signed by Bloc Talent Agency as both a technical and hip hop dancer.
His journey in dance has taken him to entertainment hubs such as New York, LA, Toronto, Miami, Las Vegas, Chicago, San Francisco, and in several cities across Europe. Through dance, he has embarked on multiple tours of the United States, Canada, and China. Notably, Damien served as the Associate Choreographer for season 6 of the acclaimed dance TV show 'The Next Step'.
Damien's impressive list of credits includes appearances on esteemed platforms like: The Ellen Show, Good Morning America, America’s Got Talent, Canada’s Got Talent, Cirque du Soleil, the American Music Awards, and the Much Music Video Awards. His collaborations have extended to renowned artists such as Lady Gaga, Demi Lovato, Nick Cannon, Jason Derulo, Flo Rida, and The Jonas Brothers. He has also lent his talents to TV commercials and shows, including Beats by Dre, NBA on TNT, Hyundai, Volkswagen, YouTube viral videos, Bell Media, and United Health Group. On several of these occasions Damien was honored to be a part of a select number of dancers to perform in front of large stadium crowds.
In the world of cinema, Damien's IMDB credits include movies such as Camp Rock II, Bring It On, Frenemies, and Sharpay’s Fabulous Adventure, Bravetown and Score: A Hockey Musical, to name a few.
Moreover, Damien's expertise extends beyond commercial hip hop, with professional technical training at the Royal Winnipeg Ballet and the National Ballet of Canada. He has performed in concert works for the Canadian Opera Company and the Manitoba Opera, and in musical theatre contracts for Disney Cruise Line’s Peter Pan and Cinderella, as well as Drayton’s Dance Legends. Additionally, Damien won a gold medal as a lead dancer for Team Canada at the IDO World Tap Championships in Germany.
Recently, Damien's expertise has led him to take on roles as an instructor and choreographer, with his competitive students and routines winning top scores at many major dance competitions. His versatility has made him a sought-after adjudicator for numerous competitions and a highly requested choreographer and workshop instructor across Canada.
