DanceMotion Performing Company Presents “Backstage USO” at the Orpheum Theater

This high-energy, family-friendly show features 125 talented youth dancers and will run for two public performances: Friday, May 9 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, May 10 at 2 p.m. Tickets will be available at www.benderperformingarts.com. Backstage USO invites audiences to step into the backstage bustle of a USO production, where an absent-minded stage manager attempts to wrangle a cast of quirky performers preparing for showtime. The result is a hilarious and heartwarming tribute to the armed forces, culminating in a patriotic salute to all military personnel. DanceMotion, a nonprofit youth dance company housed at Bender Performing Arts, offers dancers ages 7 to 18 the opportunity to grow in their technical training while also serving the community through performance. All rehearsals are held at the BPA studio, and many company members also serve as assistant teachers. Founded in 1987, DanceMotion is committed to developing well-rounded performers and compassionate leaders. The company stages three professional productions annually and has raised more than $400,000 for local charities through benefit performances. As a 501(c)(3), DanceMotion also provides scholarships, free after-school programs in underserved schools, and complimentary performances for children in need. “We’re thrilled to bring Backstage USO to life,” said Shayna Petruccelli, Dance Director at Bender Performing Arts. “This show captures the joy of performance while honoring the spirit of service and community that DanceMotion is all about.” BENDER PERFORMING ARTS Bender Performing Arts (BPA) in North Phoenix has been in business since 1974. The performance arts studio specializes in dance of all types including preschool classes, ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary and hip-hop classes as well as musical theater, tumbling, silks, pom and cheer classes. They also provide private voice, guitar and piano lessons for all ages 2 1⁄2 years old through adult. The studio and its owners subscribe to a performance-based education model, not competition-based, focusing time and attention on helping students hone a love of performance. BPA proudly partners with the nonprofit organization, Moriah Cooperative, to provide funding and services to students with special needs and their families. www.benderperformingarts.com

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