Class Act Dance Troupe Wins Multiple Awards In Indy
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Class Act Dance Troupe Inc. recently competed with 13 pieces at the Cathy Roe’s Ultimate Dance competition in Indianapolis. The troupe received multiple awards including high overall scores for 12 different pieces. Class Act is a non-profit performing company affiliated with Debra Collier’s School of Dance. Varsity Drag, a musical theater piece choreographed by CADT co-director Kristina Collier, received a special award for “Personality Plus,” crediting the troupe for performing with commitment to character portrayal and precision of choreography, according to the press release from Debra Collier’s. Another piece, “The Meadows,” choreographed by Kristina Collier, was a classical ballet duet performed by dancers Megan Love and Brooke Rumple. The piece placed first in the senior duet/trio category and also received a special judge’s choice award for the “beautiful fluidity and execution,” the release states. The senior troupe’s piece “Symbols,” choreographed by DCSD alumnus Hannah Crane, was awarded first runner-up for the choreography award, as well as the “Dare to be Different” award. CADT co-director Tammy Seibold said, “Our studio chooses this competition organization because of their philosophy of embracing the artistic aspect of choreography. It’s not about tricks or flash. The judges value technique, creativity and skill. To receive their highest honor, the ‘Dare to be Different’ award, is wonderful. The choreography Hannah Crane set on the senior troupe was unique, challenging and inspiring. It is so gratifying to have her artistry and the dancers’ hard work recognized. We are very proud of each of them.” Two CADT members, Greta Parker, daughter of Ryan and Rachel Parker, and Rosalyn Miller, daughter of Wendell and Diane Miller, were nominated for the Cathy Roe Heart and Soul Company for the National Competition in July. The Heart and Soul Company is an artistic and educational company that recognizes students not only for their dance ability, but also for their character on and off the stage. Participants learn a routine at nationals that is performed multiple times throughout the event. Class Act Dance Troupe will be presenting its annual concert at the Warsaw Community High School Performing Arts Center April 19 at 3 p.m. Tickets for the performance are available online at collierdance.com, at Debra Collier’s School of Dance or at the door. Auditions for the troupe’s 2015-2016 season are open to the public and will be May 8, with callbacks May 9. Visit the studio’s website at collierdance.com or contact Tammy Seibold at 574-267-7055 for more information about the troupe or to schedule a performance.
