Where would I be without dance?

I had the pleasure of taking Boogiezone Community Class last night from Marnita Billups of Team Millennia (the African Queen in TM’s “Freakshow” set), Sheroes and Expressive Doubt. So much fun and a total cardio workout, this girl will whip you into shape! She also took some time out to let us rest and explain that her piece was about just having fun, enjoying life, and giving thanks for the blessings that God has given us, particularly the gift of dance. I know some people just go to class to dance and not hear commentary from the choreographer, but personally I love it when teachers take a minute or two to explain where the movement is coming from; I think it really helps the dancers to feel the piece and actually dance it, rather than just go through the movements.

One particular statement that stood out to me last night was when Marnita simply said, “I don’t know where I would be without dance.” It’s something that we don’t think about every day, every rehearsal, every class, every show, but it definitely remains in the back of our minds constantly - Where would I be without dance? Personally, I would probably be a shy little Asian girl, super sheltered and narrow-minded. Where would you be without dance? Just think about it for a second.

So yes, thank God we found dance and celebrate it by taking class! I know, that was a shameless segue, but if you didn’t get the chance to take Marnita’s class last night, here’s another opportunity to get down with the African Queen tonight at Jayvee Dance Studio in Alhambra with none other than Mr. 2auce himself, C.J. Edwards. It’s gonna be a ridiculous collaboration, so check out the flyer below for complete deets. I’m going to try and run over there before rehearsal, so if you see me, say hi!