BAM BAM BOOGIES
KING OF POP EVENT PERFORMER

It was September of 2004 that Vicki co-founded BAM BAM BOOGIES DANCE COMPANY and since then her aim has been to be a face that would represent these elements of Street / Hip-Hop to the up and coming, talented generation of today.

Vicki is now the owner and director of Bam Bam Boogies, in which she hopes to inspire and encourage more and more talented students into the Street / Hip-Hop dance culture of today and push for them to achieve what they want through dance & performance and to take Bam Bam Boogies to the next level!

Bam Bam Boogies performed last year at the "King of Pop Launch Party" at The Hippodrome, Leicester Square in London and it is a pleasure to welcome them back to "Celebrating 50 Years of a Legend".

Jay Makwana
KING OF POP EVENT PERFORMER

Jay Makwana is known and recognised for his MJ tributes, as he has been performing since the age of 4. He established JMJ Productions; a striking and refreshing act of the King of Pop, where he taught and trained his own dancers. Jay is also a singer & songwriter and has recently been working extremely hard on his debut album.

We welcome Jay back to our party this year.

DANNY OLIVER
KING OF POP EVENT PERFORMER

Danny is well known in the Michael Jackson circuit, he is inspired on and off stage with all his humanitarian efforts and charitable work, to help those less fortunate. Michael has helped mould Danny into the person that he is today. Danny is very happy to be celebrating Michael's special 50th birthday in such a special way.

Danny performed at our Launch Party and we are happy to welcome back Danny this year.

RYAN & GEMMA
KING OF POP EVENT PERFORMERS

Ryan and Gemma Porter are brother (13) and sister (27)
act new to the scene, who
have been performing around the NorthWest of England for a few years; but say nothing compares to performing with other impersonators & MJ fans.

They recently had the honour of performing for some of the Jackson Family in Devon and are looking forward to the our event, not only to perform but to be part of the MJ world they love.

GRAY LAPPIN
KING OF POP EVENT PERFORMERS

Gray has had a love for dance since a young age, his influences vary but Michael and especially Janet Jackson are at the top. Gray has been dancing and acting professional for the past 4 years and is currently touring with Navi and his King of Pop show around the UK and internationally.

Gray is new to the MJ community but is looking forward to performing at the King of Pop party this year.

REMY CHAMBERS
KING OF POP EVENT HOST

Remy has been dancing for as long as he can remember... and his first memory of music was of course, Michael Jackson!

He has trained extensively with Janet Jackson's "The Velvet Rope" and "All For You" World Tour dancers and choreographers at Triple Threat in Vancouver, Canada from 1999 - 2004. During this time, he was honoured with two awards, Most Promising Male Dancer (2000) and The Living Award (2001), Triple Threat's highest accolade. He also has a degree in Dance and Choreography from the University of Winchester (Class of 2001).

Remy has served as Assistant Choreographer, Dance Captain and Principal Dancer for the 2007 UK and European Tours of "Thriller Live", to which he worked closely with the infamous Lavelle Smith Jr, Michael Jackson's long-serving choreographer. Lavelle and Remy also worked alongside Chris Brown to create the spectacular performance of "Thriller" at the World Music Awards in November 2006, and also fronting the troupe of dancers that accompanied Chris Brown on stage.

Other dance credits include live TV and video for Top of the Pops, CD:UK, Popworld, MTV, VH1, The Clothes Show 2005/2007, Trouble TV and Sony Music's internet "Thriller on the tube" campaign for Michael Jackson's "Thriller 25".

Remy has been privilidged to perform for the King of Pop 3 times - in London, New York and at his 45th Birthday Party in Los Angeles in 2003.

He has also been very honoured to work with and tour worldwide with Navi, serving as Choreographer and Dancer for Navi's King of Pop show, seen by thousands all over the world.

VICKI 'VIXEN' STAVRINOS
KING OF POP EVENT PERFORMER

Vicki 'VIXEN' Stavrinos began dancing at the tender age of 3 years old after being inspired by both Michael Jackson's music video Thriller and his live performance of Billie Jean at the Motown Awards.

As a youngster she taught herself how to dance and with encouragement from her family and gymnastic tuition she landed her first professional job at a local nightclub as a 70's & 80's freestyle & choreographed dancer.

Going through her late teens and early 20's, Vicki had gained professional qualifications in teaching Street/Hip-Hop, Ballroom & Latin American dancing. She has travelled all over the UK, Asia & Europe performing, for companies such as Bacardi Blast, Twice as Nice, Euphoria & Sky Sports to name a few.

STEVE LEPPARD
KING OF POP EVENT PERFORMER

Stephen first discovered the magic of Michael Jackson after seeing the video for "Smooth Criminal" at just 5 years old.

Singing since the age of 8, Stephen loves to perform songs from a wide spectrum of styles, decades and performers. Looking forward to singing at the "Celebrating 50 Years of a Legend" event in Essex, Stephen hopes you will enjoy watching him as much as he will enjoy performing for you.

PHILLY T
KING OF POP EVENT PERFORMER

From his home town of Newcastle upon Tyne, Philly T is a self-taught Jackson dance impressionist, with a home-grown Geordie passion for dancing in the footsteps of
his idol; The King of Pop ~ Michael Jackson.

Phil loves to showcase fast, energetic, 'non-mirrored', dance based performances, designed to keep the audience alert
and on their toes by providing the unexpected!

BRIGGSY
KING OF POP EVENT DJ

His mixes had a make over at our first event, as he went from DJ to VJ! Producing our opening video full of energy and attitude. Working closely with Navi on projects, Briggsy got together with friends in February 2008, to put together the winning YouTube video in the Sony Thriller 25 competition, dancing to Thriller in a phone shop!

Since, Briggsy has been hard at work creating the videos you will see this year!

VISIONZ
KING OF POP EVENT PERFORMERS

Visionz are a dynamic group, consisting of strong and versatile dancers. Visionz are aware that street dance is wider than just routines and rehearsing.

It is also about the passion, performance, funk, technique and more importantly the dance itself, behind the different styles of Hip Hop i.e. Locking, Popping and Breaking just to say a few. Visionz are new to the MJ community but King of Pop Fanclub welcomes them this year.

NAVI - The World's #1
KING OF POP HEADLINE ACT

Navi is universally recognised as "The World's No.1 Michael Jackson Impersonator".

Listed below are a few points that underline Navi's many achievements, his professionalism and commitment to delivering an MJ performance second only to the man himself - Michael Jackson.

- Worked for Michael Jackson as a decoy over a period of several years.

- Has been personally invited too and visited Michael Jackson's home, Neverland.

- Opening act at Michael Jackson's birthday party in Los Angeles, in which Michael applauds Navi's performance.

- Performed for Michael Jackson on several occasion including New York & Los Angeles.

- Performed in 54 different countries across 5 continents.

- Performs over 150 shows per year.

- Reaching his 20th year in the business, Navi is not only recognised by Michael Jackson but appreciated in venues & audiences across the globe.

- Inside the courthouse during the 2005 trial (Santa Maria, California) in which a jury unanimously found Michael Jackson, NOT GUILTY ON ALL 14 CHARGES!

- Hired many times over the years for the launch and promotion of several different Michael Jackson releases.

Most recently the 25th anniversary edition of Thriller: 'Thriller 25' both in the UK and overseas, and is also involved in the planned 'King of Pop' greatest hits promotion for August 2008.

- Recently involved in a Sony Music video game project which will be released soon.



What others say...
Below are quotes from some of the most recognisable names in the entertainment industry that have commented on Navi's ability and performance;

Michael Jackson
"You're an amazing dancer, do you practice every day?"

Simon Cowell
"Wow - like the real one"

The Times, UK Newspaper
"Savvy Navi"

MTV
"Michael Jackson's clone"

Peter Kay
"That's flippin' brilliant, that is!"

Steve Harvey, 'Kings of Comedy'
"The World's No.1 Michael Jackson Impersonator"


Find more information about Navi online at; www.kingofpop.biz