CADA Players host dance show (PHOTO GALLERY)

The lights came up on a classroom scene: Young people sat at desks lining the stage at the Sir Rupert Briercliffe Hall.

Then the “teacher” entered, but her efforts were interrupted by a persistent tapping. Soon, the classroom erupted into an energetic tap dance that saw the students and their teacher hopping on and off the desks.

The routine was part of the CADA Players’ Kaleidoscope, an original production featuring more than 50 performers.

The show, which will be performed again this weekend, features 20 pieces themed to reflect the different stages of life. Between dances, attendees were treated to live music and performances by clowns.

Among the dances was Che Pemberton and Sara Smith’s interpretation of Magic’s hit song “Rude.” Together, they acted out the story of a man seeking to marry a young woman against her father’s wishes.

In another piece, a group choreographed Bruno Mars’ 2014 “Uptown Funk.”

About 250 people attended on Saturday, and about 150 on Sunday. Funds raised from ticket sales will be donated to Green VI, according to producer Joanne Penney.

‘Great experience’

Among the performers was Richard Sykes, an information technology consultant who was dancing with the group for the second time.

Making time for several weeks of rehearsals was sometimes challenging, but it paid off in the end, the dancer said.

“Hopefully, you could see that through the energy at the show tonight,” Mr. Sykes said.

Edson Francis, who brought his wife and daughter to the show, was pleased.

“I think it was well put together: All the producers and coordinators did pretty well in terms of keeping the show flowing with little to no gaps,” Mr. Francis said. “I think this is one event that I will recommend to anyone to come with their family, just to enjoy the music and the variety of people performing.”

His 12-year-old daughter Shevonya hopes to one day be a part of the group.

“I liked the salsa and meringue dancing,” she said. “I liked how it looked and flowed.”

The reaction from the audience was very encouraging, said Celeste Tyson, who was also part of the cast.

“There was a lot of energy, a lot of fun people, and we created a family and had a fun time preparing for the show,” Ms. Tyson said. “It was fantastic and we’ve just really been enjoying the nights.”

 

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