Draft:Van Calebs
| Submission declined on 23 August 2024 by SafariScribe (talk). This submission is not adequately supported by reliable sources. Reliable sources are required so that information can be verified. If you need help with referencing, please see Referencing for beginners and Citing sources. This submission's references do not show that the subject qualifies for a Wikipedia article—that is, they do not show significant coverage (not just passing mentions) about the subject in published, reliable, secondary sources that are independent of the subject (see the guidelines on the notability of people). Before any resubmission, additional references meeting these criteria should be added (see technical help and learn about mistakes to avoid when addressing this issue). If no additional references exist, the subject is not suitable for Wikipedia.
Where to get help
How to improve a draft
You can also browse Wikipedia:Featured articles and Wikipedia:Good articles to find examples of Wikipedia's best writing on topics similar to your proposed article. Improving your odds of a speedy review To improve your odds of a faster review, tag your draft with relevant WikiProject tags using the button below. This will let reviewers know a new draft has been submitted in their area of interest. For instance, if you wrote about a female astronomer, you would want to add the Biography, Astronomy, and Women scientists tags. Editor resources
|  |
| Submission declined on 8 May 2024 by Iwaqarhashmi (talk). This submission's references do not show that the subject qualifies for a Wikipedia article—that is, they do not show significant coverage (not just passing mentions) about the subject in published, reliable, secondary sources that are independent of the subject (see the guidelines on the notability of people). Before any resubmission, additional references meeting these criteria should be added (see technical help and learn about mistakes to avoid when addressing this issue). If no additional references exist, the subject is not suitable for Wikipedia. Declined by Iwaqarhashmi 6 months ago. | |
| Submission declined on 1 May 2024 by Princess of Ara (talk). This submission's references do not show that the subject qualifies for a Wikipedia article—that is, they do not show significant coverage (not just passing mentions) about the subject in published, reliable, secondary sources that are independent of the subject (see the guidelines on the notability of people). Before any resubmission, additional references meeting these criteria should be added (see technical help and learn about mistakes to avoid when addressing this issue). If no additional references exist, the subject is not suitable for Wikipedia. Declined by Princess of Ara 6 months ago. | |
| Submission declined on 1 November 2023 by Vanderwaalforces (talk). This submission's references do not show that the subject qualifies for a Wikipedia article—that is, they do not show significant coverage (not just passing mentions) about the subject in published, reliable, secondary sources that are independent of the subject (see the guidelines on the notability of people). Before any resubmission, additional references meeting these criteria should be added (see technical help and learn about mistakes to avoid when addressing this issue). If no additional references exist, the subject is not suitable for Wikipedia. Declined by Vanderwaalforces 12 months ago. | |
| Submission declined on 30 July 2023 by Jamiebuba (talk). This submission's references do not show that the subject qualifies for a Wikipedia article—that is, they do not show significant coverage (not just passing mentions) about the subject in published, reliable, secondary sources that are independent of the subject (see the guidelines on the notability of people). Before any resubmission, additional references meeting these criteria should be added (see technical help and learn about mistakes to avoid when addressing this issue). If no additional references exist, the subject is not suitable for Wikipedia. Declined by Jamiebuba 15 months ago. | |
Comment: Being a celebrity doesn't mean that the person is notable. Doesn't even meet WP:CREATIVE and WP:ENT. The sources are purely shown as press releases and advertorial paid publications, hence unreliable. Continuous resubmission without improvements may land to rejection. Safari ScribeEdits! Talk! 12:40, 23 August 2024 (UTC)
- Comment: Subject does not meet the general notability guidelines or the one for entertainers. Princess of Ara 10:17, 1 May 2024 (UTC)
- Comment: See WP:SIGCOV, WP:BIO. Vanderwaalforces (talk) 20:36, 1 November 2023 (UTC)
Van Calebs | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Born | Van Calebs 22 February 1991[1] |
| Nationality | Ghanaian |
| Citizenship | Ghanaian |
| Alma mater | Wisconsin International University College |
| Occupation(s) | Contemporary cultural Dancer, Artist and Promoter |
| Years active | 2016–present |
| Notable work | Base, illuminate dance, "Rock body" |
Van Calebs is an Ghanaian-born dancer, choreographer and promoter.[2] He is the first Ghanaian to introduce styles like Jazz and contemporary African cultural chorography form of dance and also the first to use advance technology to create Visual effect of contemporary cultural choreographer.[3][4][5][6]
He originated 'Base' a solo dance currently pictured in prints as Monument pieces for tourists in Ghana.[7][8]
Early life and education
[edit]Van Calebs studied classical ballet for several years before becoming a choreographer. He is an alumna of Wisconsin International University College, Silicon Valley International School and further studied at Adisadel College.[9][10]
Career
[edit]He is the founder of Van Calebs Walking Stick Foundation which is a non-profit organization set up to undertake philanthropic projects and Van Caleb empire, an African cultural dance promoter. He is also the volta regional coordinator for Asian African Chamber of Commerce.[11][9][12]
He originated "illuminate" dance by Sarkodie (rapper) a Ghanaian rapper and "Rock body" used by Wiyaala an afro-pop singer.[3][13]
Van has received several awards including for working for women's causes and the Spotlight Creative Arts and Business Awards.[14][15][16]
He trains dancers around the Africa including non-Africans on contemporary culture choreography dances through Van Calebs empire choreography center.[10][17][18]
He is an advocate of Breast cancer and the importance of screening their breasts and has created more than 40 pieces of choreography, many of which he performed himself.[19][20][21]
References
[edit]- ^ "Celebrating pioneer choreographer at 33". tribuneonlineng.com. 2024-01-05.
- ^ "The Rhythmic Journey: A Ghanaian International Choreography Dancer's Impact". pmnewsnigeria.com. 2021-09-24.
- ^ a b "African Exceptional Choreographer". New Telegraph. 2022-01-04.
- ^ "Legacy and Future Directions of Choreographer Van Calebs in the Dance Community". dailytimesng.com. 2023-10-14.
- ^ "Choreography In Africa". Nigerian Tribune. 2022-02-05.
- ^ "Ghanaian Culture Choreography Dance Originator". The Nation (Nigeria). 2022-11-12.
- ^ "My Dance School Trains One To Become Professionals". The Nation (Nigeria). 2022-12-01.
- ^ "The Ghanaian cultural dance instructor". graphic.com.gh. 2023-04-07.
- ^ a b "The Young Ghanaian Who Is Taking Cultural Dance To The World". pulse.com.gh. 2022-04-13.
- ^ a b "The New Generation Of African Dancers". Vanguard (Nigeria). 2023-01-04.
- ^ "Ghanaian Cultural choreography Celebrity Dancer". dailyguidenetwork.com. 2023-04-07.
- ^ "Changemakers The World Needs To Know About". sunnewsonline.com. 11 May 2022. Retrieved 2022-05-11.
- ^ "Why these Ghanaian celebrities are disappointed with Togo". icilome.com. Retrieved 2022-12-04.
- ^ "Van Wins Showbiz Publicist Of The Year Award". Peace FM. 2020-05-07.
- ^ "Spotlight Creative Arts". peacefmonline.com. 2021-05-07.
- ^ "Ghana Dance Culture losing Its Popularity". gna.org.gh. 2022-09-07.
- ^ "Accra To Host Inaugural International Choreography Festival". graphic.com.gh. 2023-05-07.
- ^ "Afrobeats Should merged with Ghanaian dance". gna.org. 2023-06-16.
- ^ "Ghanaian cultural dancer leads social media campaign on breast cancer". pulse.com.gh. 2022-10-04.
- ^ "Renowned Ghanaian Chorography Dancer Early Life History". sunnewsonline.com. 2024-01-04.
- ^ "Celebrities can do more for breast cancer awareness". graphic.com.gh. 2022-10-25.
Category:Living people
Category:1991 births
Category:Ghanaian choreographers
Category:Ghanaian dancers
Category:Ghanaian educators
Category:21st-century Ghanaian artists