Experience

Ad Astra Steam Media, LLC

• Chief of Creative Operations

  • Jul 2019 - Present

  Ad Astra Media is a Latino owned media company focusing on creating diverse steam educational content from k to career. We are a team of diverse individuals seeking to inspire underrepresented communities to pursue science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics. We strongly support a more assorted group of professionals within these careers. This starts with our next generation… a generation of ambitious individuals, growing up in a transmedia world, who deserve to see the possible opportunities of their future. Ad Astra Media works with world renowned organizations and institutions who share this goal and strive to reach communities through the digital platforms and streaming services they use daily. Starting with ages 0 – 11, Ad Astra Media has created our own fun and educational content for kids to see themselves in steam careers. For ages 0 – 7, we have a children’s bedtime series highlighting a diverse group of kids learning what the day-to-day life is like for an astronaut, a doctor, an astronomer, a veterinarian and more! For ages 8 – 11, we have a digital comic series following a group of 5 diverse kids as they orbit the galaxy learning to becoming the bearers of knowledge in science, technology, engineering, arts and math! You can find more about these on our projects page – and stay tuned for the 2022 – 2023 season as Ad Astra Media is in development of many exciting projects and events! In addition to creating our own content, Ad Astra Media is equipped to assist you with custom, fun, educational content for your organization or institution. This can include fun characters for a children’s hospital, education modules for your classroom, brochures and pamphlets for kids and young adults. The possibilities are endless, and Ad Astra Media is eager to help you on your mission! Contact us today for more information. Show less



Todd Rosenlieb Dance

• United States
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Dance Instructor and TRDance Ensemble Director

  • Jun 2015 - Present

  Lauren Kidd is a Modern and Contemporary Dance Instructor at Todd Rosenlieb Dance Center. She is also the instructor for the Parent and Me level of MIXMO, a mixed abilities learning program for children with down syndrome and autism. Lauren Kidd is a Modern and Contemporary Dance Instructor at Todd Rosenlieb Dance Center. She is also the instructor for the Parent and Me level of MIXMO, a mixed abilities learning program for children with down syndrome and autism.



Dr. Jose Morey, Ad Astra Media

• Executive Assistant

  • Mar 2017 - Present

  Lauren Kidd is the Executive Assistant to Dr. Jose Morey; also referred to as Dr. Intergalactic, Founder and CEO of Ad Astra Media where he provides role models and educational STEAM content to encourage more diversity in STEAM related fields. Dr. Morey in addition to his profession in Radiology, Dr. Morey has served as an advisor and thought leader to the world leading emerging technology companies and government agencies including, Liberty BioSecurity, IBM Watson, NASA, White House, Intra-American Development Bank, UN World Food Programme, Hyperloop, and Forbes. Dr. Morey is a Fellow for the Eisenhower Foundation and holds faculty positions at Singularity University and the University of Virginia and at Eastern Virginia Medical School. He is a mentor for MIT Solve and IDEAS programs and has been featured on Forbes, Nature, Univision and NASA360. Show less



Harrison Opera House

• United States
• Oil and Gas

• Professional Dancer

  • Aug 2016 - Present

  Lauren Kidd has toured and performed as a professional dancer in productions with the Virginia Opera House for two seasons, Turandot and Il Postino. The Virginia Opera produces four main stage productions including performances at the Edythe C. and Stanley L. Harrison Opera House in Norfolk, Carpenter Theatre at Dominion Arts Center in Richmond, and at George Mason University’s Center for the Arts in Fairfax. Virginia Opera is the only opera company to perform a full season of opera in multiple mainstage venues and to reach more than 150,000 students and community members each year through its innovative Education and Community Outreach Program. While remaining committed to securing the highest caliber of vocal talent, the Opera will invite brilliant conductors and directors, assisted by the next generation of gifted artists, to challenge audiences and create new opera experiences. Show less



The Right On Band

• Professional Dancer

  • Oct 2012 - Present

  The Right On Band is a 70's show band highlighting the fun, energetic and shining time of the 1970's. The Right On Band is a 70's show band highlighting the fun, energetic and shining time of the 1970's.



Kista Tucker Insights (AKA: Kista Tucker Dance, Inc.)

• United States
• Performing Arts
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Company Dancer

  • Nov 2018 - Apr 2019

  Lauren Kidd was a contracted dancer with company Kista Tucker Insights for The Factory Project, April 2019. Kista Tucker Dance, Inc. will promote educational and culturally enhanced awareness of life through the artistic vision of Kista Tucker. Performances, workshops, classes, and other vehicles of exchange will be used to stimulate physical, intellectual, and emotional growth throughout local, national, and international communities. Lauren Kidd was a contracted dancer with company Kista Tucker Insights for The Factory Project, April 2019. Kista Tucker Dance, Inc. will promote educational and culturally enhanced awareness of life through the artistic vision of Kista Tucker. Performances, workshops, classes, and other vehicles of exchange will be used to stimulate physical, intellectual, and emotional growth throughout local, national, and international communities.



Jete Dancewear

• United States
• Retail

• Retail Store Manager

  • Aug 2016 - Mar 2017

  With a passion for dance, Virginia Beach resident since 1977, and a graduate from Cox H/S in 79, danced locally with Tidewater Civic Ballet under the Artistic Director, Gene Hammett. Continue dance education at Joffery Ballet and School Of American Ballet in NYC for summer intensives and then secured a position with Capezio Dance Theatre Shoppe at Wards Corner in 1981. After 6 years working in retail, established Jete' Dancewear in the Pembroke area and then moved to our current location, Holland Plaza S/C in 2011 to accommodate the expanding demograhics in Virginia Beach. Our expertise is in fitting Pointe Shoes, since they need to fitted correctly, we pay close attention to details to each dancer specifications and individual needs. Our staff takes pride in providing quality service in a friendly atmosphere. We offer great prices, competitive to online prices, and the knowledge of what each dance studios requirements are. Show less



Magical Solutions, Inc

• United States
• Entertainment Providers
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Magician's Assistant

  • Oct 2012 - Mar 2017

  An all production entertainment company based in Virginia Beach - stilt walkers, aerialists, cirque mimes, face painters, lighting specialists and more. Owner and Magician, Krendl, is a world renowned magician seen with The Grand Illusionists. Lauren Kidd toured and performed as a magician's assistant and dancer for Krendl's shows for 5 years. An all production entertainment company based in Virginia Beach - stilt walkers, aerialists, cirque mimes, face painters, lighting specialists and more. Owner and Magician, Krendl, is a world renowned magician seen with The Grand Illusionists. Lauren Kidd toured and performed as a magician's assistant and dancer for Krendl's shows for 5 years.