They were able to watch the documentary "Mad Hot Ballroom" about 5th graders across New York City who competitively ballroom dance. This film has inspired about one third of the 6th graders to take time after school to learn and gain the skills of various dances, and will be presenting what they learned in a showcase on May 1st at 6pm in the Johnson Creek MS/HS gym.
The 6th graders were then lucky enough to go to a live dance show that featured Salsa, Merengue, Tango, Flamenco and a few others. The dances were presented by the "Hispanic Flamenco Ballet" at the Barrymore Theater in Madison. Six students and two teachers were welcomed up on stage to dance with the performers. Those students and teachers were: Alex Garza, Nathan Johnsrud, Brooke Joesph, Isaiah Wollet, Whitney Wichman, Mateah Rohel, Mrs. Zellmer and Miss Hill. All the feedback from the students was positive. When asked what was their favorite part, each student would answer differently; stating a preference to some dances over the others. All of the students would recommend this show. Fun and smiles were shared by all.
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