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Thurs. Feb. 2
7 pm
Holt High School
5885 W. Holt Road, Holt
FREE admission
Fourteen of the most advanced students from Happendance School will take the stage in Holt, performing dances by the hottest jazz, hip-hop, lyrical and contemporary choreographers in the area. The exciting program also includes a Middle Eastern dance by guest artists, Habibi Dancers, and an excerpt from "Undulations," by Tracy Holtzer, created for the upcoming "Happendance . . . Exposed" concert (see below). Happendance 2 is the student company associated with Happendance Professional Company. This year's troupe includes students from East Lansing, Eaton Rapids, Haslett, Lansing, Mason and Okemos. Read more.
Feb. 3, 2012
7 pm
Happendance Studios
3448 Hagadorn, Okemos
It's a rare opportunity for the public to see this show outside of a school booking -- so don't miss the delightful 2012 concert designed for kids (and fun for grown-up friends)! Six dances explore various dance styles and interpret a special book. Make it an evening of family fun at Happendance! Admission is free, with donations welcome. Light refreshments. Read more.
Happendance School
3448 Hagadorn, Okemos
Register for Happendance School classes online, in person at Happendance Studio (3448 Hagadorn Road, Suite C | Okemos, MI 48864), or by calling the studio at 517-333-3528. Winter term runs from January 30 to March 20.
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Photos by David Grist
Feb. 23-25, 2012
8 pm
Hannah Center Auditorium
819 Abbot Rd., E. Lansing
Details have been announced for the 2012 winter concert "Happendance . . . Exposed", by Happendance professional company. Choreography is by guests Leanne Schmidt (New York City) and Kim Karpanty (Ohio). Company choreographers are Missy Lilje, Andrew Amos, Michael Place and Tracy Holtzer. Lilje also directs, with assistance from Patty Villanueva. Mark your calendar now, and check back for updates!
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Our mission: To stimulate support for the art of dance through performances and educational programs. To broaden the accessibility of dance to a diverse community and promote dance for lifelong physical and mental fitness.