DanceScapes: The Best of Broadway

Location | Main Stage

2022-23 Season

A personal Note:

It is funny… when I was a student here at Valley, I wanted to bring dance to the school so we could reclaim the Art of Dance for Christ. After high school, college, and several career opportunities, I started choreographing the musicals here at Valley. It was during one of those rehearsals on the Branham campus that Dr. Daugherty walked in and saw me teaching his students. After lengthy discussions and creating a long-term plan, the Valley Christian Dance Arts program began in the fall of 1997. Happy 25th!

Coming back this year has been quite an enormous blessing! It has been my joy and privilege to work in a dance department that focuses on high-quality dance education, a family environment that builds each other up in positive ways, and is pioneered by a group of dedicated dance artists who nurture the love of Christ in their dancers. As our Dance Department celebrates 25 years, I could not be more proud of the direction it is going! I would like to thank Michelle McLaughlin, Colette Evans, Nigel Shum, and all the Dance Faculty for welcoming me and making me feel right at home!

The Best of Broadway:

Aaahhhh, Broadway… Many of us have fond memories of going to see a Broadway show and having those songs stuck in our heads for weeks. Those memories make us laugh, cry, and feel the range of emotions that a good story can help us explore. When we start to tell our stories to each other, we tend to discover that we are more alike than we realize. Each one of us will have ups, downs, and joys in life; that is what binds us together. We hope our DanceScapes Show will remind people that life is short, and we need to live it. We hope this show inspires you to continue watching Broadway shows both in New York and here locally.

Special Thanks:

• I would like to take this moment to thank the tremendous faculty and staff of the VCS Dance Arts Department.

• The cast for their hard work and the blessings they bring to this community.

• The amazing technical crew who works tirelessly to put it all together!

• The families who support our dancers and our department!

To the dancers, it has been a privilege to work with you this year! You have grown physically, emotionally, and spiritually. You should be very proud of your hard work! I hope that each time you reflect on your dance journey, that you remember to put God at the center of that journey, that nothing is impossible or unattainable through hard work and dedication, and life is full of lessons for each of us… and we can take those and turn them into great art. Please, stay focused on God, and keep dancing!

The Dance Arts Department hopes that you remember to love your family well, that you seize every day, and that you find hope in Jesus Christ to carry you through all of life’s challenges.

God’s Best to You, Kimberleigh

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K-12 Director of Dance Arts ..........................................................Michelle McLaughlin

Director....................................................................................................Kimberleigh Brown

Assistant Directors...............................................................Nigel Shum, Colette Evans

Technical Director............................................................................................Keaton Miller

Dance Technique I, II, III Choreographer...................................Kimberleigh Brown

Dance Express Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop Choreographer ...........Colette Evans

Dance for Musical Theatre, Hip Hop 1, 2 Choreographer ...................Nigel Shum

Student Choreographer DT I & DT III...........................................................Ava Suzuki

Student Assistant Dance Express..........................................................Molly Tedeschi

Lighting Designer..............................................................................................Jason Kuzia

Costume Mistress.................................................................................................Kathy Risk

Stage Manager...................................................................................................Oliver Kaelin

Backstage Managers ....................................................Roshan Khanna, Lonni Adams

Light Board Operator......................................................................................Anjali Khiani

Sound Board Operator.............................................................Vedanth Ramachandran

Running Crew..................................Hannah Balog, Maya Bangalore, Ginger Kaelin

There’s No Business Like Show Business

Song: There’s No Business Like Show Business by Bernadette Peters and Tom Wopat

Dancers: Dance Technique I, II, & III

Matilda

Song: Revolting Children by Original Broadway Cast of Matilda The Musical

Dancers: Dance Express K - 1st

Fosse

Song: Razzle Dazzle by Michael Williams and the Cast of Fosse

Dancer: Bethany Dohn

Choreographers: Brooke Averi & Megan Ellis

Aladdin

Song: Friend Like Me by Robin Williams

Dancers: Dance for Musical Theatre

Hamilton

Song: It’s Quiet Uptown (Instrumental) by Original Broadway Cast of Hamilton

Dancer: Aria Liu

Choreographer: Aria Liu

The Waitress

Song: She Used to Be Mine by Jessie Mueller

Dancers: Dance Express K-1st

Lion King

Song: Circle of Life Remix by LUCID

Dancers: Hip Hop I

Broadway Philosophy Lessons

Song List: Full list on page 7

Dancers: Dance Technique III

PROGRAM

Disney Broadway Medley

Song List: Full list on page 7

Dancers: Dance Technique I

Grease

Songs: Summer Nights, We Go Together, Grease by John Travolta, Olivia NewtonJohn, Grease Ensemble, Max Crumm, Robyn Hurder

Dancers: Dance Express 2nd – 5th

Anastasia

Song: Journey to the Past by Christy Altomare

Dancer: Hayden Shirley

Choreographer: Kaela Norwood

8th & 5th Grade Recognition

Hairspray

Song: You Can’t Stop the Beat by Laura Bell Bundy, Linda Hart, Matthew Morrison, and the Original Broadway Cast of Hairspray

Dancer: Hailey Elliott

Choreographer: Emily Rosa

MJ The Musical

Songs: Don’t Stop ‘Til You Get Enough, Billie Jean, Wanna be Startin’ Somethin’ by Michael Jackson

Dancers: Hip Hop II

Hamilton

Song: Schuyler Sisters by the Original Broadway Cast of Hamilton

Dancers: Dance Express 2nd – 5th

Broadway Landmark Musicals Medley

Song List: Full list on page 7

Dancers: Dance Technique II - III

Mamma Mia!

Song: Mamma Mia! by Hilton McRae, Nicolas Colicos, Paul Clarkson, Siobhan McCarthy

Dancers: Full Cast - DanceScapes 2023

DANCERS

Dance Express Kindergarten & 1st Grade

Emma Breiland, Elenah Cobos, Joseph Fu, Alice Huang, Juliette Jackson, Naeun (Lilly)

Ko, Chloe Lee, Benjamin Li, Ethan Li, Chloe Lum, Zaya Pennix, Reagan Peters, Lennox Roush, Olivia Shim, Aarav Singh, Dorothy Williams, Phoebe Wu

Dance Express 2nd - 5th Grade

Alyne Alawi, Eva Allen, Ryan Hopkins, Alexander Huang, Elizabeth Huang, Caleb Kraver, Noelle Kraver, Hosanna Kwan, Esther Liu, Rebecca Liu, Noelle Love, Audrey McDonald, Lillian Morrison, Samyra Naik, Sofia Zaragoza

JH Dance Technique 1

Kayla Ahn, Aasha Azad, Amy Chen, Naomi Crockett, Chelsea Kim, Isobel Kwong, Kavya Nambiar, Akshara Rajesh, Shreya Raju, Leah Tenbit, Alexis Vander Veen, Georgia Zhang

JH Dance Technique 2

Hannah Allmen, Mina Ashtiani, Jacinda Bateman, Ashlee Concepcion, Kendra

Haghighi, XiWen Hu, Daphne Leach, Annie Li, Carissa Mac, Ella McLean, Samantha Miller, Elia Zhang

JH Dance Technique 3

Bethany Dohn, Hailey Elliott, Ivy Guo, Hayden Shirley

JH Hip Hop 1

Claire Barragan, Saira Bhatia, Naomi Crockett, Ashlyn Guven, Ella Haghnazari, RuoKun (Dennis) Hu, Claire Kim, Sosi Kouyoumdjian, Neah Menne, Micah Moon, Samanyu

Nadipalli, Valerie Newell, Emily Ngo, Joline Nguyen, Christopher Ramos, Angela Siu, Nell Tandon, Hailey Taylor, Kenley Williams, Michelle Zhu, Kiana Zolfaghari Hessari

JH Hip Hop 2

Chloe Argo, Jonathan Bauhng, Brody Boncher, Kylee Campbell, Rhea Chapuri, Alyssa Du, Bohan Duan, Ruby Han, Lindsey Jiang, Yash Khare, Mia Laabs, Vanessa Leggio, Aria Liu, Ruhaan Parandekar, Amber Shi, Isabella Su, Yujia Wang

Dance for Musical Theatre

Allyson Asuncion, Aasha Azad, Kaitlyn Bowers, Yuhan (Alice) Gu, Analise Jackson, Eva Lundgaard, Kensey Sponseller, Chloe Vartanian, Chloe Xiao, Sofia Yiu

MEDLEY CREDITS

Broadway Philosophy Lessons Medley

• Anything You Can Do (from Annie Get Your Gun) by Bernadette Peters and Tom Wopat

• Waving Through A Window (from Dear Evan Hansen) by Ben Platt and the Original Broadway Cast of Dear Evan Hansen

• My New Philosophy (from You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown) by Ilana Levine, Kristin Chenoweth, and Stanley Wayne Mathis

• I Am Here (from Come From Away) by Q. Smith

• You Will Be Found (from Dear Evan Hansen) by Ben Platt and the Original Broadway Cast of Dear Evan Hansen

• Waitin’ For The Light to Shine (Reprise) (from Big River – The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn) by Carol Dennis and the Original Broadway Cast of Big River

Broadway Landmark Musicals Medley

• Be Our Guest (from Beauty and the Beast: The Broadway Musical) by Gary Beach, Beth Fowler, Heath Lamberts, Barbara Marineau, Brian Press, Stacey Logan, and the Broadway Cast of Beauty and the Beast

• Step In Time (from Mary Poppins) by Charlotte Spencer, Gavin Lee, Harry Stott, and Laura Michelle Kelly

• Trashin’ the Camp (from Tarzan: The Broadway Musical) by Chester Gregory II and The Tarzan Ensemble

• Let It Go (from Frozen: The Broadway Musical) by Caissie Levy

• My Strongest Suit (from Aida) by Sherie Rene Scott & Women of the Palace

• Part of Your World (from The Little Mermaid) by Sierra Boggess

• He Lives in You (from The Lion King) by Jason Raize, Tsidii Le Loka, and The Lion King Ensemble

• King of New York (from Newsies: The Musical) by Ryan Breslin, Kara Lindsay, and Newsies Original Broadway Cast

Broadway Landmark Musicals Medley

• Singin’ in the Rain (from Singin’ in the Rain) by Gene Kelly

• Matchmaker (from Fiddler on the Roof) by Melanie Moore, Alexandra Silber, and Samantha Massell

• If I Were a Rich Man (from Fiddler on the Roof) by Zero Mostel

• Sit Down, You’re Rockin’ the Boat (from Guys and Dolls) by Walter Bobbie & Guy and Dolls Ensemble

• Defying Gravity (from Wicked) by Kristen Chenoweth and Idina Menzel

• One Day More! (from Les Misérables) by Gary Morris, Michael Ball, Tracy Shayne, Kaho Shimada, Anthony Warlow, Les Misérables: International Cast, Barry James, and Philip Quast

May 16, 2023 5:00pm Mountain Winery

14831 Pierce Rd, Saratoga, CA 95070

Valley Christian Schools Conservatory of the Arts presents  Festival of the Arts. A celebration and exhibition of the work of our gifted K-12 students at the beautiful Mountain Winery.

AFFIRMING THE ARTS

Spring 2023

Jan 21..................................... West Coast Elite Dance Competition - HS Dance

Feb 9-11................................... Footloose Youth Edition - JH Theatre

Mar 16-18.................................

23-25 Bye, Bye Birdie - HS Theatre

Mar 28...................................... Serenade to Spring - JH/HS Strings

Mar 30..................................... Faith, Hope, and Love - JH/HS Choirs

April 5.................................... Percussion Extravaganza - JH/HS Drums

April 20-22............................. Emotions: Pop Icons - HS Dance

April 22.................................. An Evening of Note with Jon Nakamatsu

April 27-29............................. Experiments in Comedy & Tragedy - HS Theatre

May 5-6.................................. The Most Epic Birthday Party Ever - EL Theatre

May 8-19................................. Elementary Art Show - EL Art

May 12-13................................

DanceScapes: The Best of Broadway - EL/JH Dance

May 15-19................................ JH/HS Art Show & Art Senior Showcase - JH/HS Art

May 16.....................................

May 17......................................

Festival of the Arts at Mountain Winery

Dance/Theatre Senior Showcase - HS Conservatory

Free Admission

ELEMENTARY BAND CAMP

JUNE 5-9, 2023

for students entering 4 th -5 th grade

Good Friends l Good Music l Good Memories

The Elementary Band Camp o ers students the opportunity for rising 4th and 5th graders to play a band instrument, including the flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, tuba, drums, and more. The camp will mix in beginners along with students who already have more experience, with some fun activities added in. All are welcome. Instruments are available to borrow.

A short concert will occur on the final day of camp at 11:30am.

For questions, please contact Mr. Je Wilson at jwilson@vcs.net.

INSTRUCTORS

Mr. Je

Ms. Katelyn Dietz

Mr. Shane Ryan

JUNIOR HIGH BAND CAMP

JUNE 5-9, 2023

for students entering 6 th -8 th grade

Good Friends l Good Music l Good Memories

This Junior High camp is an opportunity for students to start their journey of learning a band instrument, and also for students who have experience and want to improve their skills on traditional band instruments, including the flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, tuba, drums, and more. All experience levels are welcome from beginner to advanced JH aged students. Our goal is to make music and have fun with friends. All are welcome. Instruments are available to borrow.

A short concert will occur on the final day of camp at 11:30am.

For questions, please contact Mr. Je Wilson at jwilson@vcs.net.

INSTRUCTORS

Mr. Je Wilson

Ms. Katelyn Dietz

Mr. Shane Ryan

SUMMER ARTS CAMP JUNE 5-9, 2023

for students entering K-2 nd grade Friends l Creativity l Memories

Art Camp emphasizes creativity as an integral part of the art process, regardless of a student's level of experience. By teaching fundamental skills and concepts, the instructor encourages students to see art as a means of personal expression.

The Valley Christian Elementary School Art Camp allows children to immerse themselves in an array of intensive art studio experiences. Children will be up to their elbows in fun as they dabble in a kaleidoscope of exciting art!

Note: Children should plan to wear clothing that can get messy and stained. Pack a snack and drink for a break outside.

For questions, please contact Mrs. Jill Carlson at jcarlson@vcs.net.

INSTRUCTOR

SUMMER ARTS CAMP JUNE 5-9, 2023

for students entering 3 rd -6 th grade

Friends l Creativity l Memories

Art Camp emphasizes creativity as an integral part of the art process, regardless of a student's level of experience. By teaching fundamental skills and concepts, the instructor encourages students to see art as a means of personal expression.

The Valley Christian Elementary School Art Camp allows children to immerse themselves in an array of intensive art studio experiences. Children will be up to their elbows in fun as they dabble in a kaleidoscope of exciting art!

Note: Children should plan to wear clothing that can get messy and stained. Pack a snack and drink for a break outside.

For questions, please contact Mrs. Jill Carlson at jcarlson@vcs.net.

SUMMER CERAMICS HANDBUILDING CAMP

JUNE 12-16, JUNE 22, 2023

for students entering 3 rd -4 th grade

Friends l Creativity l Memories

DAT

This is a hands-on, creative exploration into the di erent types of handbuilding processes with clay. Students will create a variety of projects which will teach them all about carving, building, and glazing stoneware works of art. Wet “green” clay will be used the first week of class, followed by underglazing techniques. All students will pick up their boxed work the following Thursday as work will be glazed, fired and ready to take home. Come and have fun creating new forms.

Note: Students should dress comfortably and know that this can be a messy class.

Pick up projects on June 22.

For questions, please contact Mrs. Karen Dequine at kdequine@vcs.net.

SUMMER CERAMICS HANDBUILDING CAMP

JUNE

22, 2023 for students entering 5 th -7 th grade

Friends l Creativity l Memories

This is a hands-on, creative exploration into the di erent types of handbuilding processes with clay. Students will create a variety of projects which will teach them all about carving, building, and glazing stoneware works of art. Wet “green” clay will be used the first week of class, followed by underglazing techniques. All students will pick up their boxed work the following Thursday as work will be glazed, fired and ready to take home. Come and have fun creating new forms.

Note: Students should dress comfortably and know that this can be a messy class.

Pick up projects on June 22.

For questions, please contact Mrs. Karen Dequine at kdequine@vcs.net.

PERFORMING INDOOR ENSEMBLE (PIE) JR CAMP

JUNE 12-16, 2023

for students entering 5 th -12 th grade Friends l Creativity l Memories

Introduction of skills of our award winning Performing Indoor Ensemble (PIE). Rising 4-9 grade students will learn how to apply band (woodwind and brass) and color guard (flags, choreography, and dance) to produce a "mini-show" performance in one week. Some band experience required. No experience needed to participate with the color guard.

Performance on Friday, June 16 at 3:00pm.

Note: Performers should wear comfortable athletic clothing and shoes. Snacks provided. Pack your own lunch.

For questions, please contact Mr. Je Wilson at jwilson@vcs.net.

INSTRUCTORS

Mr. Je

Ms.

Mr.

SUMMER DANCE CAMP JUNE 12-23, 2023

for students entering 1 st -8 th grade

Vivid 2 - The Dance Team Experience

DAT E S

June 12-23

(Closed June 19) (Monday-Friday) T IM

Sponsored and facilitated by the members of Valley Christian’s Vivid Dance Team, Vivid 2 introduces young dancers to the fast-paced exciting world of competition dance teams! Dancers will learn cutting-edge dance routines, develop team spirit, and have an awesome time, all while improving their skill and dance technique! Dance Camp culminates with a dynamic performance that highlights the combination and technique learned over the two weeks.

If you have questions, contact Colette Evans at cevans@vcs.net

Note: The fee includes a dance team shirt, daily nutritious snacks, and performance expenses. Students will need to provide their own jazz shoes. Fees will go directly to support Vivid, Valley Christian’s award-winning competitive dance team.

Performance is on Friday, June 23, 2023, at 3:00pm in the High School Theatre.

No camp Monday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.

SUMMER THEATRE CAMP

JUNE 12-30, 2023 for students entering 3 rd -12 th grade

Acting l Singing l Dancing l Creating DATES

June 12-30

(Closed June 19)

(Monday-Friday)

TIME 9am-12pm

COST $495 GRADES

Entering Grades 3-12 (Co-Ed)

LOCATION

Valley Christian Schools 100 Skyway Drive San Jose, CA 95111

INSTRUCTORS

Mrs. Myra Kaelin

Mr. Justin McPherson

Back by popular demand, join us for a three-week rotational camp, where you will hone your skills in both musical theatre and technical theatre. Each week, your group will participate in a 5-day intensive training in one specific area of Theatre Arts: Vocal Performance, Choreography for Musical Theatre, and Technical Theatre. One week you might be learning how to build and paint a flat, and the next week you’ll be rehearsing a Broadway Number! Camp Showcase will be June 30, 2023, where you will have the opportunity to share all that you’ve learned. This year’s camp is not to be missed, and will give you great building blocks for your future at VCT.

No camp Monday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.

Note: Daily snack and camp t-shirt included. Enrollment is limited to 60 students. If you have questions, or if all spots are full when you go to register, please contact Cathy McFall, cmcfall@vcs.net, to be placed on a waitlist.

SUMMER STRINGS CAMP

SESSION ONE:

JULY 24-27, 2023

SESSION TWO:

JULY 31 - AUGUST 3, 2023

Good Friends l Good Music l Good Memories

DAT E S

Session One: July 24-27

Session Two: July 31 - August 3 (Monday-Thursday)

Strings Camp is o ered for violin, viola, cello, and double bass students. All levels are accepted. Campers will receive musical instruction, learn music theory, experience music technology, and gain leadership skills.

Note: Snacks will be provided. Please bring your own lunch.

The concert will be performed on Friday, July 28, at 3:00pm for Session One and on Friday, August 4, at 3:00pm for Session Two.

For questions, please contact Mrs. Lily Homer at lhomer@vcs.net.

INSTRUCTORS

Dr. Scott Homer

Mrs. Lily Homer

WARRIOR FUND

While tuition covers 100% of our daily operational needs at Valley Christian Schools, it is through philanthropy that we enhance our campuses and programs. Donating annually to the Warrior Fund ensures that we can provide world-class educational opportunities to every student and nurture their unique Godgiven talents and abilities. We are committed to attracting and retaining top-tier educators and providing tuition assistance for families with a demonstrated need. Every gift makes a difference for our students; please consider donating to the Warrior Fund today. Learn more at give.vcs.net

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Learn more about our Warrior Wellness Initiative at: vcs.net/give/wellness

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Alumni Association & Events

In 2021, Valley Christian Schools launched our first Alumni Association! Since then, we have traveled the country hosting events, connecting with alums, listening to stories, and building a network of ambassadors to keep our graduates connected no matter where life goes after high school.

We had a great time hosting reunions, cheering at our first alumni water polo game, and reconnecting at alumni business networking events across the country. We believe community is everything and look forward to our second season together. Follow our adventures on Instagram @vchsalumni. For the latest info on alumni events, visit our webpage alumni.vcs.net

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Valley Christian Schools supports the homes and churches of students in providing an education that is grounded in the Judeo-Christian values of the Bible, as reflected in the life and teaching of Jesus Christ. Valley Christian Schools is committed to a Quest for Excellence™ in all of its educational programs, and provides a comprehensive kindergarten through twelfth grade curriculum with a rigorous college preparatory program. Firmly founded on Christian values, Valley Christian Schools challenges youth to aspire toward lives of character, service and influence while pursuing their individual Quests for Excellence

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