West Side Dance Company Presents "Emotions" #207Now #dance #orchesis @mainewestfab @mwactivities

 

Congratulations to all of the dancers in West Side Dance Company on a phenomenal opening night of the 2024 show, "Emotions!" This remarkable showcase brought to life the profound connection between dance and the emotions that fuel our human experience. It was a breathtaking evening where each performance took us on a unique journey through the diverse landscape of human feelings.

A highlight of the concert was the stunning array and truly impressive student-choreographed dances. Our talented students poured their hearts and creativity into each piece, using movement as a language to express various emotions. 

We extend our heartfelt congratulations all of the students and to coach Tuesdai Perry, who made her debut season with the West Side Dance Company a memorable one. 

West Side Dance Company will present one more performance of "Emotions" on Saturday, March 9th at 7:00 p.m. in the Maine West Auditorium. Get your tickets in advance at bit.ly/MWBoxOffice!

The program for "Emotions" can be found HERE.

More pictures from tonight's show can be found HERE.

A video of the Emotions show can be viewed HERE.

A huge thank you to all of the caregivers who volunteered with the Maine West Fine Arts Boosters tonight (and who will at tomorrow night's show, too)!

Congratulations to West Side Dance Company on a Wonderful Opening Night Performance of "Dancing Around The World!" #207Now #dance @westsidedanceco @mwactivities @mainewestfab

 

Congratulations to the members of  West Side Dance Company on a successful opening night performance of their show, "Dancing Around the World!" The show is mostly choreographed by the students themselves, and the pieces are truly impressive! Come out to see the two remaining performances:

Friday, March 10 at 7:00 p.m. in the Maine West Auditorium
Saturday, March 11 at 7:00 p.m. in the Maine West Auditorium

Tickets are $5/students and $10/adults

Skip the line! Get your tickets in advance at bit.ly/MWBoxOffice!

Pictures from the show can be viewed HERE.

Thanks to WMTH for filming the opening night performance!

West Side Dance Company is Heading to the Illinois High School Dance Festival State Competition! #207Now #dance #studentchoreography #IHSDF @westsidedanceco @mainewestfab

Congratulations to Mikayla Allen, West Side Dance Company, and their coach, Ms. Lisa Jacob, for being chosen to perform in the Illinois High School Dance Festival's State Student Choreography Showcase!

Makayla Allen's piece "Burn" set to music from Hamilton was chosen out of close to 40 dances submitted by high school dance programs from all over Chicagoland.  Only 12 exceptional pieces were selected to be performed in the showcase. 

The showcase is this Friday April 8th at 7:00 p.m. at Riverside Brookfield High School. Tickets are $5 at the door.  

Enjoy Mikayla's piece, "Burn," below:

Choreographer: Makayla Allen

Dancers: Katie Delaney, Ashlinn DeMonte, Adriana Lee, 

Bianca Noonan, Kiley White

Read more about Mikayla's incredible achievement in the Daily Herald. 

Congratulations to the WEST SIDE DANCE COMPANY on Successful Performances of "ELEMENTS!" #207Now #dance #westsidedanceco @westsidedanceco

Congratulations to all of the dancers involved in the West Side Dance Company's show, "ELEMENTS!" Each dance was captivating and inspiring!

A special recognition to all of the student choreographers for your impressive work in creating creative, beautiful, and entertaining dance numbers!

PROGRAM

Opening - Choreographed by Lindsey Kulesza

Earth, Wind & Fire - Choreographed by Ava Williams

Fire Stages (Juniors)

Iron Man (Sophomores)

Singing in the Rain (Seniors)

Edge of the Water - Choreographed by Mrs. Lisa Jacob

Pani - Choreographed by Sharon Thomas

Hanging Tree (Freshmen)

Burn - Choreographed by Makayla Allen

Gold - Choreographed by Jessica Mueller

Tap Water - Choreographed by Lauren Roskoske

Air - Choreographed by Jadyn Chelberg

Sparks - Choreographed by Sofia Vincent

Desi Dhamaka (Special Guest Performance) - Choreographed by Feyona Baiju, Ann Biju, Shanette Ellickal & Alaina Thirunelliparambil

Fireball - Choreographed by Ashlinn Demonte

Crazy Weather - Choreographed by Ms. Lisa Jacob

Sun - Choreographed by Kailynn Ritti & Ava Williams

Elements - Choreographed by Ashlinn Demonte & Bianca Noonan

Helium - Choreographed by Lindsey Kulesza & Kiley White

Natural - Choreographed by Jadyn Chelberg

Formula - Choreographed by Katie Delaney

Sunshine - Choreographed by Mrs. Lisa Jacob

H2O - Choreographed by Adriana Lee & Kiley White

Mercury - Choreographed by Samantha Sukosol

Hurricane - Choreographed by Lindsey Kulesza

Rain On Me

Wind - Choreographed by Fiona Fowler

The Scientist (4th Year)

It's Not The Water - Choreographed by Mrs. Lisa Jacob

Closing - Choreographed by Lindsey Kulesza

Thank you to the Maine West Fine Arts Boosters and all of the parent volunteers for helping to make this event happen!

More pictures from the show can be found HERE.