We are so glad to continue our Artist in Residency Series with Social Movement Contemporary Dance. What a great and full week of dancing we had!
Who: Elijah Gibson, Founder and Artistic Director, Social Movement Contemporary Dance What do you find unique about the AHHS Dance Program? One of the things I find unique is that AHHS Dance Program is an actual Dance Program that exists within a public school system, that is open to all students. As apposed to having to audition to get accepted into the school. What stood out to you most about our students? My company was there for a week and provided a different genre of dance each day, and on each of those days the students were enthusiastic and open to learning. Why do you feel it is important for young dancers to work with professionals? Representation is everything. Them getting the opportunity to work with professionals allows them to experience professional dancers on a personal level. They find out that the professional dancers all had beginnings such as theirs, making the students dream more of an attainable reality. About SMCD: Social Movement Contemporary Dance was founded under the Artistic Directorship of Elijah Alhadji Gibson. Gibson has a passion for creating work that evokes thought and excites action. It is this passion that moved Gibson to start Social Movement Contemporary Dance the summer of 2018. Social Movement Contemporary Dance (SMCD) promotes social consciousness through the creative arts and community engagement. SMCD focuses on presenting work to diverse audiences that reflects the historical ramifications of social injustices against all people and their impact on contemporary social ideas and values. Make sure to check out the RDC's performance of SMCD's Choreography this coming January!!
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We are increasing students exposure to professional dance through several Artist Residencies this Fall! Check out what Bombshell Dance Project had to say about their experience with our Repertory Dance Company dancers and why they value dance education! Who: Taylor Rodman & Emily Bernet, Co - Artistic Directors, Bombshell Dance Project. Why do you feel dance education is important for high school students? Dance education is important for high school students because it provides a physical outlet of expression that is often unattainable in a classroom setting. Having both come from a performing arts high school background, we understand first hand the positive impact dance education can have on students' abilities to communicate, problem solve, and participate in a team environment. Whether or not students continue pursuing dance post-graduation, the values and work ethics instilled during dance education are transferable in any industry artistic or otherwise. What do you find unique about the AHHS Dance Program? The AHHS dance program is unique for its ability to foster the growth of their dancers at every stage and ability. It's clear that each dancer receives personal attention in their training at AHHS which is evident in their ability to receive and apply corrections with ease. What stood out to you most about our students? The students at AHHS are eager learners and hungry for a challenge. They are not easily discouraged when faced with a tricky phrase and readily welcome unfamiliar movement to their expanding vocabularies. When asked to review phrasework the students at AHHS stuck together and rehearsed as a unit. This spirit of teamwork is rare and positively influenced our work together. Why do you feel it is important for young dancers to work with professionals? It's important for young dancers to work with professionals because it's a glimpse at what their future could look like. We are always eager to work with young dancers because when we were their age we rarely had the opportunity to work with female choreographers and lacked that role model in our training. With Bombshell Dance Project we hope to empower all students to speak their minds and pursue their passions in any industry. About Bombshell: Bombshell Dance Project is a Dallas based dance company, founded in 2016 by artistic directors Emily Bernet & Taylor Rodman under a mission to promote the female choreographic voice. We present a collaborative environment and seek to challenge our perceptions of humanity through the creation of innovative work. The company has been presented by the Dallas Arts District, Barnstorm Dance Festival, Austin Dance Festival, Dallas Dances, The Dance Gallery Festival, and Jacob’s Pillow Inside/Out Performance Series. Bombshell also commissions work by female choreographers and provides opportunities for young artists through its second company. Make sure to check out the RDC's performance of Bombshell's choreography this coming January!! Having an amazing year in the AHHS Dance Program is up to you! Take a look at some advice from AHHS Dance Alum on how to make this your best year yet! "No matter what, listen to Mrs. Wade and all of the dance faculty. THEY KNOW WHAT THEY’RE DOING! When they say they care about you, believe in you, and love you they mean it. These women know how to help you become the dancer and artist you are, hopefully, striving to be. Stay humble and be supportive of each other. You will become close to the people you dance with. It’s just a beautiful thing that happens, because you are surrounded by so many different people in dance class, especially at Heights. You become friends with people you never thought you would be friends with. Rehearsal’s and classes are tough sometimes so having that support system to lean back on is important and needed." -Aleeza Garcia, C/O 2017. Sophomore Dance Major at the University of the Arts "A water bottle that keeps your water cold!! the dance room can get pretty hot after dancing all day and it is so important to stay hydrated. I loved having my water bottle that I could refill throughout the day a planner or notebook!! I forget things a lot and I would try to write down dates, details, and technique corrections to help me remember. super important and wish I used it more." - Tatum Friedson, C/O 2017. Sophomore at UT San Antonio "Be respectful, the dance teachers always know what’s best for you. Put your trust in them because if you do they will do amazing things for you! Give 110%, always try your best. Each day you learn something new and if you don’t try your hardest you will defiantly regret it." - Kelsey Wedding, C/O 2019. Freshman Dance Minor at Texas A&M University "Even though there is constant support from your peers and teachers, you still need this to be successful! If you don’t want to work hard and get better for yourself, then you won’t ever get anywhere with your dance training. Ask yourself: how do you train when no one is watching? Always participate in fundraisers, turn in paperwork, etc. -When a teacher asks you to go get something signed from your parents or need you to give them 20 emails, etc....do it! The teachers all work very hard to make sure there’s funding for the company, but they can’t do it without everyone’s help, so always put in the effort!! Everything you are asked to do is to benefit the company, so make sure you are always doing your part." - Lauren Akard, C/O 2019. Freshman Dance Major at University of Texas at Austin. The AHHS Repertory Dance Company was the first pre-professional dance company in FWISD and is celebrating its 5th season this year! AHHS Dance is so proud of our Nationally recognized company and can't wait for another year of amazing dance! Check out what these dancers and choreographers have to say about their experience during our week long rehearsal! Why the AHHS RDC? What draws you to this company as a student, director or choreographer? "I wanted to be a part of the RDC at heights because it seemed like an amazing way to make new friends and improve as a dancer. I may have only been a member for one week but it has already been much more then that. I feel that it is really preparing me for college as well as professional work after that and the energy and positivity in this company is so encouraging and empowering." - Jackson Rynd, Senior "Every time I come to Heights, I'm impressed by the dedication of the dancers; they are hardworking and respectful. I'm also drawn to RDC because of the obvious love they have for dance and for each other and for how welcoming they are to me." - Emily Hunter, Choreographer What is the greatest challenge to you throughout this week? "My greatest challenge this week was building my stamina." - Ryann Vance, Sophomore "Making sure you remember all of the changes along with facings and counts. Also another challenge would be making sure I am a good leader." - Shakinah Robinson, Senior What brings you the most joy? What excites you the most about this week? "My favorite part of work week is watching the growth of the dancers over the course of the week. We've made a challenging new work for them, and I think some of the dancers felt intimidated by the work at the beginning of the week. But I can see even in such a short period of time that they're taking ownership and really pushing themselves to achieve more. Their hard work is instilling greater confidence in themselves." - Emily Hunter, Choreograper "Being able to dance in such a beautiful group brings me so much joy. I am so happy to be a part of such beautiful dances and creating pieces of art that is beyond us as individuals because the entire team is needed. The part of work week that excited me the most is the last 30 minutes of the day because we spend it team building and creating better relationships with the other students we are dancing with." - Jackson Rynd, Senior Why do you feel the AHHS RDC is an important part of the Fort Worth community and dance education in FWISD? "AHHS RDC gives young students an opportunity to experience dance in a professional way. AHHS RDC prepares students for college and dance after high school. Students get an opportunity to experience dance without paying a ton of money." - Ryann Vance How does being a part of the AHHS RDC encourage your growth as a student, director, or choreographer? "RDC encourages me step out of my comfort zone by being creative, working with others, and being confident." - Ryann Vance, Sophomore "Being in RDC pushes me a lot because when people are setting choreography on us it makes me want to push so I can be at that level." - Shakinah Robinson, Senior How do you feel the AHHS RDC empowers young people to create change through movement? "RDC gives hope for underprivileged kids. You can start off in level 2 but through hard work you can end up being one of the best dancers there." - Shakinah Robinson "The piece we've created together addresses the daily pressures they deal with in their face-to-face interactions as well as in the world of social media. They yearn for acceptance from their peers but also for the freedom to truly be themselves, to be authentically known and valued. When these dancers move through this piece, they are acknowledging these pressures, simultaneously pushing back against them." - Emily Hunter, Choreographer "RDC empowers young people to create change through movement because it exemplifies how people from all different backgrounds and areas of life can come together and work seamlessly to express themselves though dance." - Jackson Rynd Make sure to catch the AHHS RDC in their performance Jan 31st - Feb 1 2019! To stay connected, join us on instagram @ahhsdance or facebook @AHHSDanceDepartment
The AHHS Dance Faculty is looking forward to another awesome year! Get acquainted with our incredible faculty - and let's get to dancing! Rachel Wade, Director, AHHS Dance Department and Repertory CompanyDance History: Mrs. Wade has a B.F.A. in Modern Dance from Texas Christian University. She is working towards her M.A. in Dance Education from the University of Norther Colorado. Mrs. Wade has performed with Muscle Memory Dance Theater, Impulse Dance Project, Epiphany DanceArts, and Cholorock Dance Theater. She has Choreographed for AHHS Repertory Dance Company, Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts, Denton City Contemporary Ballet. Why Dance Education? Dancing is so much more than learning steps to music. Dance teaches students self - confidence, discipline, patience, and tenacity. That is why I love dance education - because of the opportunities it provides to teach students skills that go beyond the studio. What do you love about the AHHS Dance Program? I love that our students come from such diverse backgrounds. It is so neat to see so many young people from all walks of life come together to create such beautiful work together. What did you do this Summer? This summer I attended the University of Northern Colorado to finish my last semester of course work for my Masters in Dance Education. I also spent a lot of time preparing to be a Momma to our first baby who is due in August! What are you teaching at Heights this year? This Fall semester I am teaching levels 1,2, and 3 as well at Tap and Dance Production. Jackie Millan, Director, AHHS Dance Ensemble/Asst. Director AHHS Dance DepartmentDance History: I grew up dancing in Fort Worth. I graduated with a BA in Dance from Hunter College in NYC. I have taught in New York, New Jersey, and Texas. I have danced with MWest and Company, Bolly Dhamaal Dance, imPULSE Dance Project, Cholorock Dance Collective, and as an independent artist. I currently dance with Muscle Memory Dance Theatre. What do you love about the AHHS Dance Department? I love that I get to work with students that range from beginner to advanced. It is rare to find a concert dance program in a public school and I am so glad to be a part of this department. Our students are determined, smart, and willing to try anything we throw at them. What do you enjoy doing in your free time? I love anything active or outside! I enjoy yoga, rock climbing, campfires, swimming, and patios. What are you most looking forward to this year at Heights? I am looking forward to starting our new freshman dance company, Heights Dance Ensemble! I am also looking forward to our new courses we will be offering this year! What courses are you teaching this year? I will be teaching Principles of Dance (ballet, modern, and jazz for levels 1-4), Beginner Tap, Dance Wellness, and Performance and Ensemble. Sarah - Grace Poitevent, Asst. Director AHHS Dance DepartmentDance History: Sarah-Grace Poitevent grew up in Fort Worth Texas and is an Arlington Heights Dance alum. She graduated in 2017 from The University of Texas at Austin with a BFA in Dance. While at UT she had the privilege of training with Charles Anderson, Natasha Davidson, Erica Gionfriddo, Alex Ketley and many more. During her time in Austin, she choreographed musicals at Saint Andrews School and did various senior solos. Sarah-Grace has performed in multiple dance styles including, ballet, modern, tap, jazz, musical theater, pointe, and hip hop. She has trained with the Radio City Rockettes and Joy Atkins Bollinger. After graduation, she moved back to Fort Worth and teaches at Monnig Middle School and Casa Manana. Sarah-Grace is thrilled to be joining the Arlington Heights dance faculty this year. Her passion for dance grew in the Heights dance studio and she can't wait to watch it happen for many students to come. Why Dance Education? I have chosen to be a dance educator to provide students with an outlet to express themselves. Dance allows students to connect all aspects of their lives and offers a space to explore new ideas and challenging topics. What do you love about the AHHS Dance Program? Having been a dancer in the Heights dance department, I know the teachers put their all into everyday with the students. They cultivate a positive and welcoming learning environment. The dance department gives you a family and support system you'll have in your life forever. What are you looking forward to most this year at Heights? I am looking forward to seeing students grow in and out of the dance studio. I am excited to see their hard work pay off each time they perform. What are you teaching this year? Intro to Dance, Level One, Performance, Performance and Ensemble. Reilly Faith, AHHS Dance Long - Term Sub Dance History: From ages 5 to 18 I was dedicated to my home studio of Stowe Dance Academy in Stowe, Vermont where I was blessed with a rich and diverse training in styles ranging from ballet and pointe, tap and jazz, to hip hop, contemporary, and musical theater. My favorites have always been jazz and musical theater, by far! During that time I was also fortunate enough to attend ABT and Joffrey summer intensives, participate regularly in competitions and conventions, and perform in local charity events and music festivals with my studio’s company “TRIP Dance Company.” I recently received my BFA in Modern Dance, from TCU’s School for Classical and Contemporary Dance. As a dance major in college, I got to immerse myself in both the theoretical and technical study of movement each day and had numerous performance opportunities each semester, for which I am so grateful. Why dance education? It is so easy for me to recognize the profound and fundamental ways in which dance has shaped me and the course of my life, that I can’t help but advocate the value of dance education for anyone who is willing to invest in it. Dance made me a more a careful thinker, a disciplined learner, an effective communicator, and a more sympathetic and thoughtful citizen - I believe all students should have the opportunity to develop their own character by the experience of dance class. What did you do this Summer? This summer I taught dance to students of all ages at Studio of MoveMINT and Frances Lea Dance Center. I also worked children’s summer camps at FUMC Fort Worth, and made trips to Vermont, Florida, and Washington DC with my friends and family! What courses are you teaching this year? This year I will be covering Mrs. Wade’s Tap, Production, 3rd Period Level 2, 4th Period modern and jazz, and Level 1 jazz classes while she is out! As mentioned in our previous post, attending a Summer Dance Intensive is a great way to propel your dance training to the next level. Summer dance study challenges students mentally and physically, while also exposing them to new instructors, peers, dance techniques, and cultures. Check out what five of our dancers have to say about their experiences below! Chelsea Chandler Rising AHHS Dance Senior and Repertory Company Member Program Attended: Brenau University Summer Dance Intensive Why did you choose to attend this program? They offered a wide variety of different styles of dance we’d be practicing. Also, it was two weeks long which meant it offered more time to advance my technique. What have you learned about yourself as a dancer and as person during this program? I’ve found more confidence in myself when I dance. I feel that I’ve grown individually from what I used to think about myself and my dancing. Jackson Rynd Rising AHHS Dance Senior and Repertory Company Member Program Attended: Margo Dean School of Ballet Summer Intensive Why do you feel continuing your dance education through the Summer is important? It’s always important as a dancer to stay moving and stretching because you’re not being the most beneficial to your future when you’re wasting the present. You loose flexibility and technique and when you’re not dancing, you’re not improving. What will you bring back to school to apply to your training that you learned this Summer? Keeping alignment at the bottom of my plies and maintaining it while coming up, lifting in my knees and thighs, using my head more, flowing through the steps and keeping it more fluid, and using my head to enhance my performance and really make my dancing a spectacle. Anna Scheffrahn Rising AHHS Dance Junior and Repertory Company Member Program Attended: Texas Ballet Theater Adult Summer Classes What have you learned about yourself as a person and as a dancer during this summer program? I believe that a main thing that I have learned about myself as a dancer is that I have definitely built up bad habits that seemed to help with certain things in the short term but now I want to achieve more and I can’t because I am trying to use the wrong muscles. As a person I think I have seen that I am definitely getting better at learning combinations better this is encouraging to me because that has been a struggle for me for a long time. I am also noticed how in the the hard work and athleticism of dance I forget to enjoy it. I love to dance but in the chaos and focus of it all I sometimes lose sight of that and I believe it has been good for me to re-ground myself in that as is I have looked forward to each class. Why do you feel continuing your dance education through the summer is important? Just like in school when everyone stops thinking about math and English and they come back in the fall and have to spend the first three months reviewing. In dance if you aren’t exercising the muscles or using your brain to learn combinations I think you lose ground that you have worked hard to build. Because of my hectic schedule I didn’t make it to a dance class for almost a month at the beginning of the summer and just in those 3 weeks I lost a ton of muscle and stamina that I am having to work to get back. Katherine Wagman Rising AHHS Dance Senior and Repertory Company Member Program Attended: Brenau Summer Dance Intensive What was the biggest challenge you faced at your summer program? The biggest challenge I faced at the intensive was keeping my energy and positivity levels up. It’s easy to get frustrated when you are tired, but it was important that I remember why it is worth it. What will you bring back to school to apply to your training that you learned this summer? I will be able to apply many new learning techniques, personal corrections, and a positive attitude for the upcoming year. Abby Spencer AHHS Rising Senior and Repertory Company Member Program Attended: Brenau Summer Dance Intensive Why did you choose to attend this program? I chose this program because I knew I wanted to dance this summer, and I wanted to do many different styles of dance instead of just one. I received a scholarship to this intensive when I was in Wisconsin for Regional High School Dance Festival. After talking with John Streit, the Director, he told me that there was also a performance at the end of the 2 week intensive. This really excited me, and I knew Brenau was the intensive that would be most suitable for me. What have you learned about yourself as a person and as a dancer during this summer program? Throughout the 2 weeks, I learned that I am much stronger that I thought I was. Before attending Brenau, the thought of dancing for 8 hours a day, then going to rehearsals at night was insane to me. I did not think I was strong enough to do this. During the intensive when I actually had to commit to dancing over 8 hours a day showed me that I am a lot stronger than I give myself credit for. When I felt like my body couldn’t do any more that day, something made me keep going and I realized that I can always do more and work harder, even when I feel like my body can’t. We are so proud of all of our dancers and are thrilled to have students who continue to passionately pursue their training in the Summer! Thank you to the programs and dance educators who have poured into our dancers during this break, we are grateful for your time and talent!
Students and Teachers Reflect on AHHS Summer Dance 2019Summer is finally here! At time for rest, relaxation, and........MORE DANCING! Yes- you heard that right, a dancers work is never done. In fact, some of your greatest growth as a dancer happens during a dance intensive. Having the opportunity to focus solely on technique and artistry for several weeks catapults your growth and development to the next level. Here at AHHS, we pride ourselves on providing quality, affordable, dance education for our community throughout the year. Here's what some of our teachers and student's had to say about the past two weeks.
What has been the best part of your experience during the AHHS Summer Dance Intensive?Krista Langford (Ballet Faculty)- "Seeing students that I've taught at summer dance in years past and watching them continue to improve their technique." Anastasia Waters (Composition Faculty) - "I really enjoyed watching the students work so eagerly together to create a dance. Seeing the excitement in their faces as they explored the choreography tools I gave them was very rewarding." Denim Atkins (Student) - "The best part of my experience has been improving all around in my memory and technique." What did you learn about yourself as a dancer/teacher that you didn't know before?Krista Langford (Ballet Faculty)- "That I can make small suggestions that dancers can apply quickly to make a big difference." Anastasia Waters (Composition Faculty) - "By going back to the basics of choreography with these students I was really reminded of the infinite possibilities there are in creating dance. The tools we explored created a plethora of different movement sequences, which then created endless ways to manipulate and arrange the movement into a dance." Denim Atkins(Student) - "I learned that I really need to try to know a combination well." Why do you feel it is important to continue your dance education or teaching through the summer months?Krista Langford (Ballet Faculty)- "I know it's important for me to teach students that I don't interact with on a regular basis. It's also a chance for me to try out new ideas and images that I may incorporate into my year-round teaching." Anastasia Waters (Composition Faculty) - "There are so many advantages to continuing dance through the summers. There is something about training in the Summer months when many choose to take off that allows the student to deepen their training further. Many times the students are able to participate in classes that may not be available to them during the year, which then allows them to become more versatile dancers through their new experiences. Many times they are able to take class from teachers they have never had which gives them the opportunity to learn different perspectives and ideas in dance. The list goes on and on!" Denim Atkins (Student) - "I feel it is important to continue through the summer because you can lose technique if you don't practice." What do you think sets the AHHS Summer Dance Intensive apart from other programs in the area? Krista Langford (Ballet Faculty)- "It is truly open to dancers at all levels and with many different sets of experience. All students leave with more confidence and with additional tools in their "dance tool belt" - Students make new connections with dancers and teachers in their community." Anastasia Waters (Composition Faculty) - "I think the way AHHS utilized the knowledge and talents of teachers directly within the DFW community says a lot for what this area has to offer the dance world. Supporting local dance educators is important to the DFW dance community and students!" Denim Atkins (Student) - "What I think sets apart AHHS from other programs is the intimacy of the instruction and the good attitudes of the teachers Want to know more about the AHHS Dance Program? Check us out on Facebook (AHHS Dance Department), Instagram (@ahhsdance), or email us at [email protected]!
What A Great Semester It Has Been!What a wonderful first half of the school year has been for us here in the AHHS Dance Department! This semester has FLOWN by and we are so proud of all of our dancers and their accomplishments. We have definitely been #movinandgroovin in 2018!
The AHHS Repertory Dance Company started our year off with a bang with an amazing Fall Dance Concert! We are so proud of these dancers for the extra time and dedication that they spend rehearsing and preparing for performances. The 3rd Annual AHHS Dance Senior Recruitment was also a highlight of the semester. TWELVE Colleges and Universities joined us with the specific goal of recruiting our students. What an amazing event! We are proud of each of our dancers who were accepted into dance programs across the state. Finally, we are most proud of all of our dance department dancers and their work in Cowtown Christmas! What an amazing production it was and we are amazed at your professionalism and diligence. Also, how cool was it to have our Superintendent Dr. Kent Scribner there! From all of the dance faculty at AHHS, we wish you a wonderful Holiday Season. We are so grateful that you trust us with your students. Have a great break, see you in January! AHHS Dance Recruitment Success!!We are so proud of all of our dancers for their participation in two days full of master classes, performances, and auditions! What a great way to lead into fall break with all of these college acceptances! A huge thank you to TCU, TWU, all of the TCC Campuses, Austin Community College, University of Houston, University of Texas, West Texas A&M, LIU Post, Kilgore College, and UT San Antonio for your attendance. Congratulations to the following students: University of Houston: Mattingly Clark (Senior) Lucy Puente (Senior) Kelsey Wedding (Senior) Paola Yanez (Senior) Diamond Beach (Junior) Angie Holsey(Junior) Emily Reyes (Junior) Shakinah Robinson (Junior) Abby Spencer (Junior) Katherine Wagman (Junior) Rivers Hartzell (SOPHOMORE!) West Texas A&M: Lucy Puente (Senior) Paola Yanez (Senior) Emily Reyes (Junior) Shakinah Robinson (Junior) Katherin Wagman (Junior) Savannah Gristina (SOPHOMORE!) Rivers Hartzell (SOPHOMORE!) AJ Tijerina (SOPHOMORE!) UTSA: Lauren Akard (Senior) Mattingly Clark (Senior) Emma Wagoner (Senior) Kelsey Wedding (Senior) Paola Yanez (Senior) Diamond Beach (Junior) Chelsea Chandler (Junior) Angie Holsey (Junior) Emily Reyes (Junior) Abby Spencer (Junior) Katherine Wagman (Junior) Alena De Leon (Sophomore) Savannah Gristina (Sophomore) Rivers Hartzell (Sophomore) Emma Kate Irwin (Sophomore) Anna Scheffrahn (Sophomore) LIU Post - New York: Lauren Akarad (Senior) Mattingly Clark (Senior) Lucy Puente (Senior) Kelsey Wedding (Senior) LIU Post - New York Summer Program Diamond Beach (Junior) Chelsea Chandler (Junior) Angie Holsey (Junior) Emily Reyes (Junior) Abby Specer (Junior) Katherine Wagman (Junior) UT Austin Lauren Akard (Senior) Mattingly Clark (Senior) Diamond Beach (Junior) Chelsea Chandler (Junior) Rivers Hartzell (Sophomore) Savannah Gristina (Sophomore) Austin Community College: Lucy Puente (Senior) Paola Yanez (Senior) Mattingly Clark (Senior) Katherine Wagman (Junior) Savannah Gristina (Sophomore) Anna Scheffrahn (Sophomore) Join the Family!Are you or someone you know an 8th grader interested in joining AHHS Dance as a Gold Seal Student? WE WANT YOU! Apply to become a part of the first and best dance program in FWISD. Here are some opportunities you'll get at AHHS that you won't receive elsewhere:
Click here to apply! Upcoming Performances AHHS Dance is embarking on it's busiest time of the semester with not one, but THREE performances within the final two months of school. Our Fall season begins with the Repertory Dance Concert this Friday and Saturday at the W.E. Scott Theater! The company will be performing works by Sarah Newton, Krista Langford, Courtney Jones Dance, RDC Senior Kelsey Wedding, and AHHS Dance Faculty Jackie Millan and Rachel Wade. Our season continues with our Senior Spotlight performance on Nov. 12th in the AHHS Auditorium. This performance serves as a partial audition for our Seniors hoping to pursue dance at the collegiate level next year. Finally, we conclude the Fall season with Cowtown Christmas! This performance is quickly becoming an AHHS Dance tradition that is fun for the whole family! Follow our main character Ellie as she struggles to get home to Texas for the Holidays. You don't want to miss this spectacular performance! Get your tickets here! Faculty Spotlight - Mrs. Wilkey Hits the Stage!Ayy Heights Dance is proud of Mrs. Wilkey and wishes her the best of luck in her performance this weekend with Common Thread Contemporary Dance Company! We are glad to have dance faculty at AHHS that continues their own education and performance careers so they can be the best educators for our students! Break a leg, Mrs. Wilkey! |
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