The Playhouse at White Lake will host a White Lake Youth Theatre workshop Saturday, Jan. 24 with the theme of Musical Theatre Dance, guided by dance instructor, Sam Farrar.
Students will receive the chance to come in and learn a song and dance and perform it for family and friends before leaving, all in two hours, from 10 a.m. to noon. The cost to participate is $20.
Students ages 5-16 will break into smaller groups by age to explore the magic of movement. Creativity will be unleashed through rhythmic expression, as WLYT staff teaches fundamental dance techniques, setting the stage for a performance of “Be Our Guest,” the iconic Disney song from the beloved film, Beauty and the Beast.
Students are invited to join the workshop, with a final presentation for family and friends at the end of the session around 11:50 a.m. Those who simply wish to learn, but not perform, are welcome to join the audience at that time, and there is no obligation for students to perform.
The workshop will be taught by Samantha Farrar, who originally hails from Newcastle, England, but has been living the Michigan life since 2015. Having trained from a young age, Farrar is currently teaching at Spotlight Dance Academy in Spring Lake. Since moving to Michigan, she has been involved in a plethora of Musical Theatre programs in addition to White Lake Youth Theatre, including Whitehall Schools, Arts Council of White Lake, Spring Lake Middle School, Artios Academies of West Michigan, and Central Park Players.
The Playhouse encourages parents and caregivers to feed students prior to attending, as they expend a ton of energy while having fun, dancing and singing. Students should pack a water bottle and less-messy snacks, while dressing comfortably to move, and in layers for changing temperatures.
Students are invited to relax about the workshop, and come ready to be welcomed, meet supportive adults and make new friends and move their bodies, singing and dancing along to a Disney classic. Questions can be sent via email to davis-dykema@cityofwhitehall.org. Tickets can be purchased at https://theplayhouseatwhitelak... by clicking 'Classes' at the top of the page.
