Dance is an art form that not only requires technique but a comprehension of acting and ‘conveying a story’ to the audience. Dance is powerful to both the performer and to the general public. It is the ultimate form of expression!

As a dancer, one must be patient and become aware of their own body as well as strengths & weaknesses. It is not something that can be mastered instantly. A dancer must commit themselves to conditioning and understanding technique.

It is important as a dance instructor to inspire young dancers, however repetition and following a syllabus is vital. A student should not be progressed to a higher level or more challenging step until he/she has mastered the basic skills needed to execute advanced steps. Technique, technique, technique!

My best advice for youth exploring dance is be patient and do not get frustrated with yourself. We each go at our own individual speed to learn. Remember, it is an art form and we must respect the art itself!

(Provided by the Moultrie News)

Child on Road to Stardom

Nine-year-old Caroline Rhett recently received an exciting phone call from the producers of the hit television competition America’s Got Talent, after submitting a video recording of her singingShe has been invited to audition for the producers of the show live in Atlanta, Ga., on Feb. 21. If selected, she will then advance to their up- coming televised season.

Caroline is the daughter of Robert and Karen Rhett of Mount Pleasant. She is in the fourth grade at Mount Pleasant Academy and a student of Broadway Performing Arts Studios in Mount Pleasant.

Rhett studies private voice with Mr. Alton Cox as well as a member of A League of Their Own Singers at B.P.A.S. She also studies acting, ballet and jazz dance at Broadway Performing Arts Studios.

At the young age of 9, she has already performed in numerous productions through B.P.A.S, most recently A Holiday Spectacular and Christmas Cocktails. She has also performed for local radio station Y102.5, Goodwill’s Gala Fashion Show at the Francis Marion Hotel and the Charleston Animal Society.

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Mr. Sprinkles will be teaching at the High School Dance Festival held in Greensboro, NC at the School of Greensboro Ballet as well as individual master classes at other local studios in the area the week of Feb 10 – 13.

This will make the second year Mr. Sprinkles has been asked to serve as one of three chosen master teachers for the High School Dance Festival! Other instructors include dance faculty at Wake Forest University and University of North Carolina at Greensboro.