Eddie J. Shellman

Background

Shellman, Eddie J. was born on May 10, 1956 in Tampa, Florida, United States. Son of Eddie J. and Elizabeth (Coleman-Smith) Lucas.

Education

Educated, High School Performing Arts, New York City.

Career

Dancer, Pepsie Bethel Jazz Company. New York City, 1972-1973; dancer, United States Terpisichore, New York School Ballet, New York City, 1974-1975; principal dancer, Dance Theatre Harlem, New York City, since 1975; also choreographer, board directors, Dance Theatre Harlem, New York City. Guest artist The Royal Ballet, London, Iowa U. Gala, Ballet New England.

Achievements

• Eddie J. Shellman has been listed as a noteworthy Ballet dancer, teacher, choreographer by Marquis Who's Who.

Interests

• Avocations: Photography. Cars; swimming; refinishing wood furniture.

Connections

Father:

Eddie J. Lucas

Mother:

Elizabeth (Coleman-Smith) Lucas