Nigel Lythgoe, Executive Producer of “So You Think You Can Dance,” created National Dance Day, an annual event to promote health and self-esteem through the art form of dance. Charlotte’s dance celebration, hosted by Blumenthal Performing Arts, will take place at Wells Fargo Plaza, 301 South Tryon Street, on Saturday, July 30th, 2016, from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. If it rains, the event will move inside to the Wells Fargo Atrium. It’s free and open to everyone. No prior dance experience is needed.
This year’s lineup will include workshops in various styles of movement, offering classes for all experience levels. Instructors will also be on location to teach the National Dance Day choreographed routine, which will then be performed in coordination with all participating groups across the nation. Participants are welcome to drop by or stay for the entirety of the event.
“Nothing brings people together like music and dancing,” said Blumenthal Education Programs Coordinator Kacy Southerland. “Where else can you see great local talent, learn new dance moves and find fun ways to be healthy, all for free? This year’s schedule is shaping up to be an exciting mix of all ages and dances styles, and I can’t wait to see what Charlotte brings to the dance floor.”
Charlotte’s National Dance Day celebration will be emceed by Time Warner Cable News Anchor Claudine Chalfant.
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