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Broadway-themed dance concert ideas

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Want to create a fun musical theatre or Broadway themed performance? Here are some fun and inspiring concert and recital ideas.

The Lion King: African Rhythms

Bring the savanna to life with African dance, contemporary and ballet inspired by The Lion King. Animal themed costuming can add to the fun.

Hamilton: A revolution

Celebrate the revolutionary spirit with hip hop, jazz and contemporary dance inspired by the musical Hamilton.

A Night at the Moulin Rouge

Recreate the glitz and glamour of Moulin Rouge! with energetic can-can, cabaret, and romantic duets inspired by the musical and the movie.

Wicked: A Tale of Two Witches

Explore the enchanting world of Oz with lyrical, jazz and modern dance inspired by Wicked and The Wizard of Oz.

Chicago: All That Jazz

Capture the razzle-dazzle of Chicago with jazz, tap and theatre dance. Make sure to enjoy some videos of Fosse choreography to get the creative juices flowing.

Aladdin: Arabian Nights

Embark on a magical journey with vibrant Middle Eastern-inspired dance, acrobatics and contemporary pieces.

Les Misérables: Dreams of Freedom

Portray the powerful story of Les Misérables with lyrical, contemporary and dramatic ballet.

Frozen: An Icy Adventure

Dance through the snow with whimsical ballet, contemporary and theatre dance inspired by Frozen.

The Phantom of the Opera: Masquerade Ball

Delve into the mystery and romance with classical ballet, lyrical and dramatic jazz from The Phantom of the Opera.

Matilda: The Magic of Childhood

Celebrate youthful spirit with playful jazz, tap and contemporary dance inspired by Matilda.

Hairspray: Welcome to the ’60s

Groove to the beat with high-energy jazz and hip hop from Hairspray.

Cats: Jellicle Dances

Embrace the feline grace with ballet, contemporary and jazz inspired by Cats.

Beauty and the Beast: Enchanted Tales

Dance through the classic fairy tale with lyrical, ballet and musical theatre pieces from Beauty and the Beast.

Annie: Tomorrow’s Hope

Bring optimism and charm with tap, jazz, lyrical and theatre dance inspired by Annie.

Mary Poppins: A Jolly Holiday

Capture the whimsy and magic with musical theatre dance, jazz and ballet inspired by Mary Poppins.

West Side Story: Dance at the Gym

Recreate the iconic rivalry and romance with Latin dance, jazz and contemporary pieces from West Side Story.

Grease: Summer Nights

Relive the rock ‘n’ roll era with energetic jazz, rockabilly and musical theatre  from Grease, and get whimsical with a lyrical number to “Hopelessly Devoted.”

Into the Woods: Fairy Tale Fantasies

Explore the intertwining stories of fairy tales with lyrical, contemporary and ballet inspired by Into the Woods.

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