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"Cruisin' to the Movies", SRVHS Spring Performances
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By Shelby Falahat, Junior Reporter, SRVHS, Class of 2020
Throughout the spring season, San Ramon Valley High School offers numerous shows and performances that bring our community together. During the first week of May, SRVHS hosts the annual Spring Dance Show to begin the countdown to summer vacation. Every year, the show is centered around a specific theme, and this year’s was one of the best yet! By incorporating music from various films, the theme “Cruisin’ to the Movies” was brought to life by the dancers. On May 1st, all who entered the SRVHS Performing Arts Center experienced a show choreographed and presented by dance students of all levels, and it was truly a night to remember.
The show began with the showing of a film clip, followed by an intricate dance performed by Dance 5. Immediately the energy of the room lightened up once the dancers began to perform. Although the Winter Dance Show is equally as fantastic, the Spring show specifically honors seniors since their dance season at SRV has come to an end. In order to make the night memorable for seniors, as well as their parents, the show celebrated the dancers’ dedication to the program throughout each performance. Not only did the seniors choreograph group dances, but they also performed solos that showcased their skills and talent. Dance 4 students choreographed tap, jazz, and hip hop combinations. Every moment of their unique, entertaining dances was thrilling. At San Ramon Valley High School, students express their love and passion for the arts program by working diligently on their shows and projects. For the duration of the show, the months of preparation and dedication remained evident as the dancers brought each film shown to life. There was one specific dance, however, that amazed the entire audience, for it had never been done before at SRV.
Photo taken by Zoe Libby, SRVHS
The Can Can is a high-energy dance made famous in France. As the seniors performed the exclusive dance, they began to shout at the top of their lungs to help showcase the meaning of art in the 1800’s. The costumes beautifully added to the allure of the dance. While performing, the dancers presented the pink, turquoise, purple, and yellow colors of the dresses. Combined with the hollering and funky facial expressions, it was quite silly and a perfect finale to the show. With one surprise left, the show continued on past the finale number. In order to celebrate the seniors one last time, a partner dance was performed by the students and a partner of their choice. There were both trendy dance moves as well as contemporary music. That moment of the show was extremely special for both the dancers and the audience, it allowed everyone to let loose and be in the moment with each other. Sadly, the show then came to an end. The seniors closed it out by coming back on stage wearing the T-shirts of the colleges that they will be attending in the fall.
Photo taken by Zoe Libby, SRVHS
The SRVHS “Cruisin’ to the Movies” dance show proved that the dance program is one big, happy family who love one another and consider the dance floor their second home. Personally, I enjoyed cheering on my fellow Wolves and watching the outgoing seniors perform. The next show will occur next school year sometime during the winter months and will be a bright spot during those cold weeks. In order to experience memorable performances and support the SRVHS Performing Arts program, make sure to attend the next show! We hope to see you there!
Shelby Falahat is a Junior at San Ramon Valley High School. She loves writing as a tool to express herself as well as learn about the world around her. She also has a passion for working with children. Recently, Shelby has had the opportunity to work at Kumon, which has allowed her to teach young students math and reading. In addition, she loves to travel with her family across the globe.
