The American Spirit Dance Company presents “Home for the Holidays – A Gift of American Dance” Dec. 9-12 at the Kirkpatrick Fine Art Center. The show, directed by Jo Rowan, is an annual OCU tradition. Home for the Holidays is a festive celebration of American dance.
All dance productions were done virtually last year, but this year, Home for the Holidays returns to a live audience.
The American Spirit Dance Company is a part of the Ann Lacy School of American Dance. Rowan founded the company, and still directs it today.
This year’s show features 130 dancers, ranging from freshman to seniors. Dance numbers include Here Comes Santa Clause, Parade of the Wooden Soldiers, Man with a Bag, Magical Time of the Year, and Never Fall in Love with an Elf.
The dancer’s costumes were designed by Rowan and Jessica Telfer. Professional seamstresses and student workers worked on their construction.
The Oklahoman describes the show as a “dazzling array of everything from tap and jazz to ballet and Broadway, all displayed in a fast-paced, entertaining program.” Limited tickets remain for opening night Thursday, while the Friday, Saturday and Sunday shows are already sold out.
The American Spirit Dance Company will present their Spring Show in March.
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