Sonia Destri Lie [SEP] occupation
Sonia Destri Lie
Sonia Destri Lie, often known simply as Sonia Destri, is a Brazilian dancer and choreographer. In 2005, she formed Companhia Urbana de Dança, a hip hop group, which has achieved increasing international recognition. Destri has recruited and trained dancers from Rio's favelas, whatever their social or ethnic backgrounds.
Early life and education.
Born in Rio de Janeiro, Destri was born into an Italian family. Her father was a company lawyer, her mother painted, and she has a sister and
performed in Biarritz (2008), Rouen (2010) and Suresnes (2011). They have also appeared at various venues in the United States. Their 2010 début at the New York City Center was ranked among the top 10 dance performances of the year. In 2013, for the first time, the group received some government funding, opening opportunities for the future.
Awards.
Sonia Destri has received the Best Choreography Prize from the UNESCO Conseil International de la Danse, the Staging Award (2011) from the