Press Release: Ricky Palomino on "Raising Asia"

S.Y.T.Y.C.D. ["So You Think You Can Dance"] alum Ricky Palomino [is] featured as director/choreographer on "Raising Asia."

Combining his classical ballet training with [his] contemporary ballet repertoire at prestigious dance companies such as Cedar Lake, the "So You Think You Can Dance" alum Ricky Palomino brings technical precision, artistic passion, and creative choreography and direction to the dance world.  It is no surprise that he coaches child star Asia Monet Ray on her new Lifetime show "Raising Asia."  You may have already seen him appear on episodes of "Raising Asia" this summer.  [He appeared] on the show ... Tuesday, Sept. 2 at 10 p.m. Pacific.

Palomino highlighted, "Asia's natural talent and stage presence have raised the bar for young dancers in the industry.  Her level of technical competence is beyond most dancers her age."

Palomino's formal ballet training has helped him excel as a performer, choreographer and director.  As the foundation of dance arts, ballet helps dancers gain technical skills and flexibility.  Take a look at his intricate choreography and flawless movement at:

bit.ly/1vUGDqI

In addition to instructing Asia Monet Ray, Palomino also tours as a celebrity choreographer with SHOCK the Intensive, and serves as the company's co-director.  He is also a dance professor at A.M.D.A. (American Musical Dramatic Academy) in Hollywood, California.

Palomino's capabilities extend to other realms of dance as well. Recently, he collaborated with sixteen renowned choreographers, including Madonna's choreographer Matt Cady, in the stage production "Daylight Come," in which Asia Monet Ray was the lead dancer, and musical artists/producers Nicci and Shayon The HITman were featured.  Cady and Palomino are also working on a multi-media show in L.A. this fall.

Additionally, the L.A.-based, multi-talented artist has two albums on iTunes, titled "Hyperactive Involvement" and "Amateurly Honest."  Take a listen to his distinct sounds [at]:

www.rickympalomino.com/musician.html

Tune in to "Raising Asia" on Lifetime, Tuesdays at 10 p.m. Pacific, to see Palomino mentor Ray to the top.  You can get a sneak peak of what is in store this season [at]:

www.youtube.com/watch?v=sO8VrHCd-s8

To learn more about Palomino's career as a director, choreographer, model, and musician, visit:

www.rickympalomino.com

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Press release by Stacy Brecht