BOOGIEMAN'S PAGE BOOGIEMAN'S PAGE BOOGIEMAN'S PAGE * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * On August 16th, 2003, a member of the Groovaloos, Steven "Boogieman" Stanton, was shot at a Vancouver nightclub in Canada. He was out dancing at a club with some of his students in celebration of a successful week of classes when the shots started to fly. A stray bullet hit Steven in the back. Three people lost their lives, Steven was seriously injured. He's undergone surgery to stabilize vertebrae damaged in the shooting and has now begun his lengthy rehabilitation process. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * A VIDEO TRIBUTE TO BOOGIEMAN Edited by Bradley "Shooz" Rapier

BOOGIEMAN UPDATES
5/15/05
Boogieman is an awesome, awesome guy. We are so thankful to have him in our lives and to see him continue to gain strength and determination. His recovery is going well.
We love you Boogieman!

9/28/04
Boogieman is using one cane and is feeling good. He's getting stronger mentally and physically. He knows his days are numbered with that cane. Thanks for all the well wishes, the prayers, the donations. All of it helps.

3/27/04
Steven just keeps getting more and more closer to his goal. He is currently using two canes to walk and his attitude couldn't be more positive. He knows that he will walk when God intends him to.

10/03/03
Steven has been doing awesome with his rehab. He's already moving onto crutches and stunning his therapists. It looks like he may be moving back home as early as next week. Steven would like to thank again all those who continue to show support through love, prayers, and donations. He is truly blessed.

9/11/03
Steven has made it home to Los Angeles. He flew back on Sept. 11th and is safely checked into Resort Imma Walkin Soon.
More details as they develop.

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Thanks to all the dancers who came to the
fundraiser at Millennium on 9/6 & 9/7.

WE RAISER OVER $6,000!!!

We had an average of 100 people per class!

THE GROOVALOOS would like to give a SPECIAL THANKS to:

Robert Baker & Ann Marie for letting us use The Dome for the fundraiser.
Cynthia, who works at Milllennium, for all her help organizing the event.
Grover Dale for donating T-Shirts and answers4dancers.com memberships.
Rosin for all her help with errands and flyers.
And, last but not least, to the instructors: Rosero & Jamal, Tina Landon, Marty Kudelka, and Wade Robson for donating there time, energy, talent, and love to help out our dear friend Steven Stanton.

Marty Kudelka, Steven's daughter Tanieca, & Kelly Konno

Wade Robson finishing the fundraiser with an amazing class.

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08-29-03
(Thanks Jo & Alex for the details below)
As of today, Steven has more feeling in his legs, although he still has very little feeling in his feet. He is able to move his legs, but his feet are still being stubborn. This accounts to his nerves being "pinched off" from the swelling in his back near his spine. He had surgery on Monday the 18th of August, and he is recovering well from that. The surgery was to help repair his vertebrae that were damaged from the bullet. He now has a couple of steel rods and plates to give his spine some more support. His spirits are incredibly high! He has the highest hopes, and the best attitude on everything. He has incredible support from the dancer community in Vancouver and all over the world. People have been writing in from Kuwait, Toronto, New York, Los Angeles and all across Canada to give words of encouragement. Steven is extremely grateful to everyone who has sent emails, written on forums, sent in donations and ESPECIALLY for all of the prayers he has been receiving! Please keep 'em coming! Everything helps out so much!

(8.20.2003)
A MESSAGE FROM BOOGIEMAN
We just received a phone message from Boogieman. He wanted us to tell everyone thanks so much for all the love and support.He really, really appreciates all of it.He starts rehab tomorrow and is looking forward to getting on his feet. His right foot still has no feeling, but through physical therapy the feeling should come back. Keep the prayers flowing!
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(8.18.2003)
THIS IS WHAT HAPPENED:
Dear Friends,
Steven Stanton (better known to the Groovaloos as "Boogieman") was in Vancouver, Canada teaching at Harbour Dance Studio. He went to a club Friday night (August 15th) and was caught it some crossfire that broke out inside the club.He was shot in the lower back/upper buttock. He underwent a successful operation Monday to stabilize his back. His family tells us he is doing well. The doctors are saying that it will be a lengthy recovery with a lot of physical therapy.

His spirits are good. He has family by his side and Bradley was able to visit him as well. His Groovaloo family & other friends in Los Angeles had a gathering Saturday night to pray, sign a big card, and gather donations for his expenses.

Boogieman lives & breathes dance. He has all his life. This is all Steven has done for years. Anything we all can do to help would be greatly appreciated by Steven and his family.We are planning some future fundraisers at Millennium Dance Complex. Check back here for more information as it develops.

Donations & Cards can be sent to: Steven "Boogieman" Stanton c/o The Groovaloos PO Box 16219, Encino, Ca 91416 You may also sign the guestbook for Steven.