Orlando Lucas, a talented dancer and actor, has a rich background that includes performing with Fresh Groove Productions in Vancouver, B.C., and gracing the stage at the iconic Showtime at the Apollo Theater in New York City. Recently, Orlando has transitioned his dynamic dance skills to the digital arena, where he has successfully created viral choreography that resonates with audiences worldwide. By collaborating with other social media influencers on platforms like TikTok, where he has amassed over 1.8 million followers, and Instagram, boasting more than 163,000 followers, Orlando continues to captivate a global audience with his creative dance moves.
Exploring Orlando Lucas’s Acting Career
In addition to his impressive dance career, Vancouver-born Orlando has showcased his acting talent in numerous films and television series since he was just eight years old. Notably, he took on the role of Ryan Ingram, the son of Liz Ingram (played by Viola Davis) and John Ingram (played by Vincent D’Onofrio), in Netflix’s critically acclaimed film The Unforgivable (2021). His outstanding performance earned him an invitation to the film’s glamorous Red Carpet Premiere in Hollywood. Furthermore, Orlando has made guest appearances in popular series such as Altered Carbon, iZombie, Big Sky River, and Zoo, while also guest-starring on the hit show The Good Doctor.
Orlando’s voice talents have also brought characters to life in various animated series, such as StarBeam, The Hollow, and Powerbirds.
Mastering Diverse Dance Styles: Orlando’s Journey
Orlando’s true passion shines through in his exceptional dance skills. It is through his captivating dance moves that his social media followers are drawn to his content. With proficiency in a variety of street dance styles, Orlando has choreographed and performed routines that encompass hip-hop, afro, breaking, popping, lightfeet, house, and freestyle. His performances are characterized by a raw, uncontainable energy, coupled with an impressive finesse that showcases the depth of his footwork.
Orlando dedicated five remarkable years to Fresh Groove Productions (2019-2024), where he honed his craft under the guidance of renowned instructors like Mark Dogillo and Travis Lim. Throughout his time there, he earned recognition as a finalist at Hip Hop International, bringing home a Bronze medal in 2022 and achieving a remarkable fifth place finish in the world in 2023. In 2020, he made his way to New York City, where he had the honor of serving as a backup dancer for Showtime at the Apollo during a performance by Capri Everitt.
Following his exposure to high-energy, live performances, Orlando joined New Zealand’s esteemed Identity Dance Company (IDCO) in 2024. There, he trained and performed with this internationally recognized dance crew, which has achieved numerous accolades in global dance competitions. They proudly secured the Gold Medal at the World Dance Crew Championships Pacific Qualifiers and won the Gold Medal at the Upgrade Australia Competition. The crew is set to represent New Zealand at the upcoming World Dance Crew Championship Finals, scheduled to take place in Auckland from April 14 to 19. Additionally, Orlando showcased his talent at last year’s World of Dance Finals, participating in both the opening and closing showcases, as well as performing at Flip the Switch in Los Angeles.
“Dance has always been an integral part of my life,” Orlando expressed. His experiences with IDCO and performances around the world have granted him the opportunity to train with esteemed dancers and choreographers like Riley Bourne, Kirsten Dodgen, and Joshua Cesan. With a desire to inspire others, he aims to share his knowledge and experiences with fellow dancers, both through his engaging content on Instagram and TikTok and with his own dedicated team of dancers.
Recently, Orlando assembled a talented group of nine dancers to create Crew 24. This team has achieved remarkable success, winning the Gold medal at the Pacific Qualifiers, which qualified them for the World Dance Crew Championship Finals happening this month in Auckland. In addition to this, Orlando serves as a dance ambassador for an online dance school, Shluv Academy, alongside Michael Le. His innovative choreographies on TikTok have inspired countless dancers, leading to numerous copies and tags by millions.
As the World Dance Crew Championships approach, Orlando Lucas is gearing up to take the stage once again with Crew 24, representing both Canada and New Zealand in one of the largest dance competitions globally. Having transitioned seamlessly from screen performances to live stages and social media platforms, Orlando is excited to once again captivate the imagination of dance crew judges and his millions of dedicated social media followers.
