Posted 12/30/2009
A Spontaneous Invitation Changed My Outlook on Life
Seniors truly are our greatest asset
By Julie Hall
It was a spontaneous invitation from my mother to attend their senior holiday dance and party. I was visiting from out of state and obliged her request, but I wondered how much fun it would really be with everyone so advanced in years. Read More >>
Posted 06/16/2009
Amazing Synchronized Dancing by Deaf Performers
Relying only on signals
By Kevin Knebl
I can’t imagine how much time these people spend rehearsing. This dance is called the Thousand-Hand Guanyin. All 21 of the dancers are completely deaf.
Relying only on signals from trainers at the four corners of the stage, these extraordinary dancers deliver a visual spectacle that is at once intricate and stirring. Read More >>
Relying only on signals from trainers at the four corners of the stage, these extraordinary dancers deliver a visual spectacle that is at once intricate and stirring. Read More >>
Posted 05/22/2009
Dance Recitals
Great entertainment!
By Carla Hedstrom
When was the last time you attended a dance recital? Aren’t they fun? The granddaughters had one this weekend, and, of course, Grandma and Grandpa were more than happy to go.
The costumes were fun—lots of polka dots, feathers, and glitz. Since their hometown was settled by immigrants from Ireland, many of the girls are learning Irish dances as well as tap, ballet, and jazz. Read More >>
The costumes were fun—lots of polka dots, feathers, and glitz. Since their hometown was settled by immigrants from Ireland, many of the girls are learning Irish dances as well as tap, ballet, and jazz. Read More >>
Posted 04/15/2009
Octogenarian Salsa Dancer
Never underestimate an old gal!
By Rita Files
If you don’t think you can dance into your 80s—or if you can and would like to see some impressive moves—get a load of this grandma spinning and dipping in a blaze of salsa dancing. Read More >>
