Renfrew Institute’ s 26th Annual
YOUTH FESTIVAL
Youth
Fest
2015
SUNDAY
MAY 24, 2015
12:30–5:30
A LL Donations
F R E E ! Accepted
12:30 Mini Dance Performance
PM
Kids on
the MOVE!
Please join the Spirit of Dance Studio as we “get moving” and dance! Our dancers will perform a few advanced
hip-hop routines to entice you to join in the fun and learn some dance moves of your own. See our two 30-minute
workshops in the styles of jazz and hip-hop in small group settings at 1:00 and 3:30, details below. Please visit
our table for more information about dance lessons or to sign up for the fall 2015 session at our studio in
Carlisle, Pa. We offer classes in many styles and levels to dancers beginning at age four.—Spirit of Dance Studio
PLAYSHOP SESSIONS
AT 1:00 AND
3:30
PM
Open to all ages. Pre-register to ensure activity choice. Call 717-762-0373.
• 1:00 Jazz Workshop: GET YOUR GROOVE ON as you learn some jazz moves with Lara Graham and the
Spirit of the Dance Studio. Fun & upbeat, this beginner to intermediate level workshop covers basic techniques,
a quick stretch, and great choreography! Learn dance terminology and find out how a dance lesson is run.
• 3:30 Hip-Hop Workshop: BUST OUT YA MOVES! Learn hip-hop with Lara Graham and the Spirit of the
Dance Studio. Feel free to try this workshop even if you have very little dance experience! Following a quick
warm-up, dancers will begin learning an energetic combination. The various aspects of this ever-growing
genre will be discussed briefly as the steps are taught. Hip-hop brings together so many different dance styles
and techniques; dancers young and old are sure to enjoy this workshop!
• SIT LIKE YODA, STRETCH and BEND like Gumby with yoga guides Jennifer Jones and Willow Wier.
• BOOGIE into your creative zone with Tom McFarland as you craft a personal art project. (all ages)
• SHIMMY AND SHAKE as certified “HIP” Zumba instructor Nicola Sussman leads a kids Zumba jam.
• WADE IN THE CREEK and check out tiny moving water creatures with “Earthwalker” (Melodie AndersonSmith) and Kathy Seiler, along with student scientists WATERSTRIDERS. 3:30 only (To be confirmed)
DAY-LONG ACTIVITIES /PRESENTERS
• PADDLE IN THE CREEK with Mr. Mike and Valerie, who will share their kayaks and paddling skills!
(Bring water shoes, dry clothes, and a towel.)
• SPIN ON THE WIND! Make a flashy pinwheel to spin in the breeze with Cookie Beck and Jill Morningstar.
• CRITTERS that WIGGLE and HOP! Join Sheila and Brian Eyler for an “up close” peek at tadpoles, frogs,
and other favorite “backyard critters.”
• LEARN SOME HOOP MOVES with veteran hula hooper Cherry Snyder.
• BEATS and TWIRL! Make a drum or ribbon wand in vibrant South African colors to move to with Cheryl
and Gabrielle Mankins. (Bring an empty soup can to recycle. All other materials provided.)
• SPIN and GLITTER with Kim Sheffler and Traci Walizer as they help you make a flashy spinning top
from recycled CDs. (Bring a CD to recycle—other materials provided.)
• BLOWIN’ IN THE WIND! Make a wind sock to display on our clothesline,
then take it with you to enjoy at home. Tiffany Sheffler will be your guide.
• CHEER and SHOUT with Andrea Flook of Infiniti Elite Cheer Gym.
2:15 PM–Featured Performance:
Lesole’s Dance Project presents
DANCING THROUGH SOUTH AFRICA
Lesole’s Dance Project introduces students to South
African cultural dance and storytelling. The goal of
Dancing through South Africa is to develop creative
potential through three different dance experiences:
Ndlamu, a traditional Zulu/tribal dance; Gumboot,
originating in the gold mines in South Africa during
the oppressive Apartheid years; and Pantsula, a
modern social/hip-hop dance.
The experience encourages audience participation and promotes an appreciation of
dance as a means of recreation, cultural expression, and a possible profession!
The program emphasizes the role of dance in promoting a deeper understanding and
acceptance among people of different backgrounds and cultural
traditions, as it recognizes that even within the African continent,
Western, Eastern, Northern, and Southern traditions vary.
Dance Director Lesole Zachariah Maine was born in Sebokeng, South Africa.
This small township just outside of Johannesburg, rich in diversity,
culture and tradition, was an environment where Lesole recognized his
love of dance and appreciation for the many ethnic customs taking
place around him.
The company has performed nationally at venues that include the
Kennedy Center Millennium Stage and the Wolf Trap Foundation for
the Performing Arts.
4:30–5:30 PM – Relax in the shade of the
Kentucky Coffee Bean trees on the back lawn…
icnic
Pack a ep, or buy as you enjoy live musical entertainment by the
from homr lunch Waynesboro Children’s Theatre Troupe, when they present
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Since 1995, WCTT has provided opportunities for children’s drama experiences
through the production of classics like The Wizard of Oz, Cinderella,
Oliver, and South Pacific. Come on out to the museum house
lawn, spread out your picnic blanket, and groove!
Food Stand Concessionaires:
St. Andrew Youth Group—Support a good cause & satisfy cravings for lunch & snacks!
In case of rain, activities will be held at Hooverville Elementary School.
Renfrew Institute’s Youth Festival
is underwritten by a grant from
Youth Festival is also made possible in part by contributions to the Today’s Horizon Fund
by The Nora Roberts Foundation, Alma W. Oyer, APX Enclosures, Inc., and the
Carolyn Terry Eddy Family: Carolyn, with daughters Connie Fleagle & Kim Larkin.