The Marion Art Center announces a new program starting in late March, Intro to Theatrical Dance with instructor Alex Valentine. This class is designed for adults (18 and older) who want an overview of different styles of dance used in theater with an emphasis on jazz and lyrical, plus some tap. Students will be introduced to the basics of theatrical dance by learning choreography to some Broadway classics. All experience levels are encouraged to join. The six- week program runs Wednesday evenings from 6:00-7:00pm in the MAC Theater from March 23-April 27. Cost is $125 for MAC members and $150 for nonmembers, with a minimum of five students to run the class. Students should wear loose fitting clothes to dance in and bring any dance shoes they have on hand. Soft sneakers will be also be fine for dancing. Currently anyone participating in a program inside the MAC Theater must be fully vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus and present proof of full vaccination before the program begins. Anyone entering the Marion Art Center must wear a mask. To register, visit marionartcenter.org/adult-music-dance.
About the Instructor: Alex Valentine has studied dance for nearly 25 years with classes starting at Miss Mary’s School of Dance, Kathy Medina’s Dance Studio and Bridgewater State College. His studies include tap, jazz, gymnastics, ballet, modern, hip hop, Bharatanatyam and ballroom dance. He has also choreographed shows for Attleboro High School and assisted with choreography for community theatre throughout the area. You may have seen him dancing, singing or acting on the stage, as he has been in the local theater community since 1984.