“Music Videos. Films. Stage. Malcolm has seen it all.”
Dance
Disney’s Sneakerella
05.13.22
Choreography by Emilio Dosal & Ebony Williams
This Emmy Award winning movie is a modern twist on Cinderella set in New York City’s Sneaker culture. After falling in love with Kira King, the daughter of basketball star and sneaker tycoon Darius King, an aspirant Queens sneaker designer gains the confidence to pursue his dream of becoming a professional sneaker designer with the help of his best friend, Sami, and his Fairy Godfather. I was casted as the Dance double for the lead actor Chosen Jacobs as well as a dancer in “Perfect Fit” as myself.
Ariana Grande
06.15.14
Choreography by Isaac Calputo
In 2014, i was given the amazing opportunity to perform with Grammy winning artist, Ariana Grande at the MMVA’s alongside her touring dancers and some of toronto’s most elite male dancers. During her performance, Grande sang her hit songs, including “Problem” and She mesmerized the audience with her impressive vocal range and stylish choreography.
Overall, Ariana Grande’s performance at the 2014 Much Music Video Awards was a memorable highlight of the event, leaving a lasting impression on both fans and spectators.”
The Next Step Supergroup
03.11.14
Choreography by Nico & Wynn Archambault
“I was brought on to dance in the live broadcast for a spinoff of ytv’s hit talent competition show, The Next Star Supergroup. we both rehearsed and shot the finale all in the same week. Some of the components used for this performance included LED light up costumes, Props, and an elaborate stage set up. Coincidentally Electric Ave, the group I worked with the most were this season’s winners.”
Disney’s Zombies
02.16.18
Choreography by Christopher Scott
in this Disney Channel original, Students from Zombietown are transferred to a high school in a suburban town preoccupied with uniformity, traditions and pep rallies. I was hired as a member of the choreography team’s skeleton crew and later became one of the main zombie dancers in the movie. The dance scenes I’m featured in include, The opening scene of the movie features the song “My Year,” where Zed, the zombie protagonist, introduces himself and his fellow zombies, One of the standout dance numbers in the film “BAMM,” and the finale of the movie.
Overall, the dance scenes in “Disney’s Zombies” are integral to the film’s narrative, serving as expressions of character development, emotion, and themes of acceptance and unity. With dynamic choreography and catchy songs, these scenes add excitement and entertainment to the movie while conveying important messages to the audience.”
July Talk
Various 2016
Choreography by Leah Fay Goldstein
“July Talk is a Canadian alternative rock band formed in 2012 in Toronto, Ontario. The band consists of singers Peter Dreimanis and Leah Fay Goldstein, guitarist Ian Docherty, bassist Josh Warburton, drummer Danny Miles and auxiliary musician Dani Nash. I was initially was brought on to July talks lead single “Push + Pull” music video which was actually choreographed by the lead singer Leah Fay Goldstein. Later In 2016, July Talk brought us back for the MMVAs and delivered a memorable performance, showcasing their unique blend of rock and indie sounds. The Canadian band’s performance captivated the audience with its raw energy and dynamic stage presence. After the successful performance, I was brought on board again for there second single “Beck + Call” as a dancer.”
Meghan Patrick
02.26.16
“Meghan Patrick is a Canadian-American country singer-songwriter from Bowmanville, Ontario. Through my continuous working relationship with The Field. i was brought on as one of the dancer’s for Meghan Patrick’s fun country single “Bow Chicka Wow Wow” as a line dancer in the club.”
Dan Talevski
09.21.16
“Dan Talevski is a Canadian singer-songwriter from Georgetown, Ontario, who comes from a Macedonian background. I was brought on as a freestyle dancer for the music video for his single “Rocket”
The Next Star
07.14.14
“for Season 7 of the Next Star, i was asked dance in one of the contestants Music Videos for the “Music Video challenge week”. I was shown freestyling alongside for dancers doing choreography.”
Hairspray Drayton
2018
“Hairspray” is a musical that originated as a 1988 film by John Waters and was later adapted into a successful Broadway musical and subsequent film adaptations. I was hired to be apart Drayton Entertainments production of the famous play and did a month long residency in Cambridge and Penetanguishene.”
Perswasion ft C.Rowe
2023
”I was hired by choreographer Shaiann to dance in the Music video for “Sorry for what” by Toronto based artists, Perswasion and C.Rowe. A video that later featured on popular Toronto blog 6ixbuzz.
Spotify
2014
”in 2013, I played the character of “Taylor” in Spotify’s ad Campaign “can’t find the words”. It focused on the emotional impact of music and how Spotify helps users express themselves or connect with others through music. It also displayed a LGBTQ+ storyline which at the time was rare for mainstream advertising.
Avril Lavigne
07.16.13
“In 2013, i was fortunate enough to be selected as a dancer at the MMVA’s with Grammy Nominated artist Avril Lavigne. i was selected via an audition with 300+ applicants.”
Dance Together
10.19.19
“in this movie, An injured dancer and a shy Deaf girl overcome bullies, disability stigma, and other high school obstacles. I play the character of Toby, a member of the ASL poetry club and spent two weeks learning basic ASL for the role
Thugli
11.26.13
Choreography by Lenny Len
I had the great honour of collaborate with various toronto artist for Toronto’s annual celebration of Hip Hop culture,the Manifesto Concert alongside Thugli and NY drummer Peter Rabbit.
Malcolm has spent years in Toronto as a working professional dancer and has gained an immense amount of experience in the dance industry of which he continues to carry with him in his other ventures.
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Dance resume includes:
Film/TV:
Disney’s Sneakerella
Disney’s Zombies
Dance Together
The Next Star: Supergroup
The Next Star Season 7
En Vogue Christmas
#MNLU – Short Film
2016 iHeartRadio MMVA’s (July Talk)
2014 Much Music Video Awards (Ariana Grande)
2013 Much Music Video Awards (Avril Lavigne)
Canada AM w/ Meaghen Smith
Music Video:
Beck + Call – July Talk
Push + Pull – July Talk
Breaking Glass – Kaleia
Pay Day – Classified
Bow Chicka Wow Wow – Meghan Patrick
Rebecca Nazz- Oh Canada Video
“Hands Up”- Audio Playgrouna
Rocket – Dan Talevski Video
Rich Kidd – Working like a slave
We Turn it up – Kardinal Official
Jennie Laws – Sabotage
Live Performances/Theatre:
Hairspray
Black Diamond Ball
Anirudh Live In Toronto
Raptors Pak w/ Mayhem’s Finest
Toronto Pride 2016
Faze Magazine Power up Concert Choreographers carnival NY 2018
Toronto original Choreographer’s Ball
Fever After Dark
Manifesto 7th Annual Festival
Toronto Urban Dance Symposium
Legends of Horror
Sole Power
World Of Dance Toronto
Manifesto Floor Awards
Hit The Floor 2016
Bring Your Own Beat Elite 2016
Malcolm “Nex” Messado 