Get ready to be dazzled as the stage at the News Journal Center Daytona transforms into a realm of magic and rhythm for the upcoming showcase, “Legends, Divas, and Superstars.” With over 165 Port Orange Dancers, ranging from the ages of 3 to 18, this promises to be an unforgettable display of talent and dedication.

For the past six months, the Legacy has been abuzz with excitement and creativity as dancers and choreographers have poured their hearts and souls into preparing for this spectacular event. From ballet to hip-hop, jazz to contemporary, every dance style imaginable will grace the stage, paying homage to the legends who have paved the way for today’s performers.

Showcase legacyBehind the scenes, rehearsals have been intense yet exhilarating. Dancers have spent countless hours perfecting their routines, fine-tuning every step and movement to ensure a flawless performance. From the youngest performers taking their first steps onto the stage to the seasoned veterans, each dancer has dedicated themselves wholeheartedly to their craft, driven by a passion for dance and a desire to shine.

But it’s not just the Port Orange dancers who have been hard at work. The costume designers have been busy creating stunning outfits that will transport audiences to different eras and worlds. From elegant ball gowns to edgy streetwear, every costume has been carefully crafted to complement the choreography and enhance the overall visual experience.

And let’s not forget about the lighting cues. With over 300 cues programmed into the system, the lighting design for “Legends, Divas, and Superstars” promises to be nothing short of spectacular. From subtle shifts in mood to dramatic bursts of color, the lighting will play a crucial role in bringing each performance to life, adding an extra layer of magic to the stage.

We are excited for the custom dazzling projections that will adorn the stage. With stunning visuals and immersive effects, the projections will transport audiences to far-off lands, underwater worlds, and beyond, creating an unforgettable sensory experience.

As the countdown to showtime begins, anticipation is building among performers and audience members alike. With months of hard work and dedication behind them, the Port Orange dancers are ready to take to the stage and shine like the true legends, divas, and superstars that they are. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this magical event – get your tickets now for “Legends, Divas, and Superstars” at the News Journal Center Daytona!

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Shannon Thomas grew up dancing since she was four years old. Performing and competing is where Shannon shined, winning top honors throughout the state of Florida for her solo and group performances. Shannon continued her dance education at the prestigious, Oklahoma City University for four years where she studied under Jo Rowan, Robert Reed, Tiffany Van Der Merwe, Kelli Rhodes Stevens, Kay Sandal, Patricia Oplotnik and more. She studied all forms of dance, acting and voice, performed with the American Spirit Dance Company and took classes in business, dance pedagogy and choreography.
She began working professionally while still at OCU as a dance captain and performer, dancing in trade shows, theme park reviews and other various productions. After moving back to Florida in 2008, Shannon performed as a guest dancer with Surfscape Contemporary Dance Theatre and other local arts events as a dancer.
Shannon has been teaching and choreographing for the past 15 years and has had immense success in the studio training dancers in an array of styles from ballet, jazz, contemporary to hip hop and tap. Her students have gone on to study dance, musical theater, acting, and entertainment business at schools such as University of Florida, University of Central Florida, Florida Southern College and Ball State to name a few. Her unique experience as an educated performer, instructor and choreographer is what makes Legacy dance training stand out.
Shannon is passionate about teaching the art of dance and encouraging her students to work toward being their personal best on and off the dance floor. Our dance classes are structured around discipline, integrity, respect and professionalism to maintain a high standard in technique, style and performance.
Shannon’s Choreography has been honored at numerous prestigious dance competitions around the state of Florida. Her Choreography can be seen on the competition stage, at the Civic Ballet’s Nutcracker and Embry Riddle Dancing Eagles to name a few. She takes pride in providing the most up to date and modern choreography to give her students an edge, without over doing trends and keeping the dances she creates age appropriate and unique.
Shannon is the director and award-winning choreographer of The Legacy Stars Competition Team. The Stars are a National Award-Winning Dance Team and Performance Company featuring invited Legacy Dancers that have been training toward team placement. The Stars are proud to perform at various events around the Port Orange and the Daytona Beach Community, including Relay for Life, Port Orange Family Days, Volusia County Dances, Junior League of Daytona, The Domestic Abuse Council, Cannon balls for Kayne and more.

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