THE CASSIE BERNALL AWARD OF DISTINCTION
ADC chooses to honor Cassie Bernall and the Bernall family through The Cassie Bernall, a financial award of $400 presented three times a year to an ADC company dancer at the end of the month closing the Fall, Winter, & Spring company seasons. The Runner-up (guest artist or apprentice) receives $100.
For facing challenges with excellence, courage and bravery.
Cassie’s Story
In 1999, twelve students and one teacher were killed during a shooting spree at a Colorado high school. As the details became known, one aspect of the last few seconds of Cassie’s life became apparent. With a gun to her head Cassie was asked, “Do you believe in God?” She said “Yes” and was shot. Today is a gift, be one to many, persevere through all obstacles you face and be an example to others. May you always be prodded to Dance with a Purpose.
Learn more at: www.CassieReneBernall.com
Congratulations to the Spring 2013 – Season recipients:
Caitlin Dutton & Runner Up: BJ Olson
“I am honored to receive the Cassie B. award! To be recognized for the work we put in is so inspiring and rewarding. Thank you!!” ~ Caitlin Dutton
“It’s an honor and pleasure to be dancing for a cause with ADC and to be a Cassie B recipient. I enjoy the challenge of using every movement on stage and in life to leave the space around me a little better than when I arrived. ~ BJ Olson
PAST RECIPIENTS:
Manuela Sanchez:
“I feel honored to receive the Cassie Bernall Award because it is important to stand up for what you believe in. I believe in the art of dance and will continue to work hard in order to keep it alive!”
Joshua Reaver:
“It’s a honor to be the first male to receive the Cassie Bernall Award. Hopefully the first of many. Being recognized for the hard work and sweat, and there is a lot of sweat, that is put into Amalgamate’s work is a reward in itself. My thanks and love goes to whoever makes this possible not only for their dedication to the arts but also their unprecedented generosity.”
Sarah Foster:
“I was thrilled and honored to be awarded the Cassie B. Award. Thank you to this Donor for creating and funding such a unique, yet profoundly important, recognition for ADC dancers – who are all constantly giving it their all. I am humbled by the recognition and will continue to work as hard as I can, both in the studio and out, for this company. Thank you again. “
Hali Bekofsky:
“I just want to thank you guys to much, this award is so motivating!”
Heather N. Seagraves (2x):
“After a challenging 2010-11 fall/winter season, both personally and professionally, being recognized with the Cassie Bernall Award gave me a chance to reflect and be even more grateful for what I have in life and in my dance career. I was able to look back at my experiences through both my strengths and weaknesses; within each moment I saw clearly how I used them equally to overcome struggles and to step into the light when given the opportunity. This rest of this year too has been a huge obstacle; however, the Cassie Bernall has served as a continual reminder of my gift and passion for dance. I am on my path.”
Nicole Cutrone:
“I’m so honored…still in awe. It feels so good to be appreciated in this way.”
Christina Morris:
“Receiving the Cassie Bernall award felt like validation. I was really working on finding my unique artistic voice and it felt great to be acknowledged for all of the hard work I was pouring into my dancing.”