By Kim McKimmie and Tammy Bhimji
All eyes were on The Dance Zone School of Dancing, students of this Carlyle Studio, when they won 8 first place trophies and 2 2nd place honorable mentions for their jazz, tap,ballet, and lyrical numbers at the Minneapolis competition of "I LOVE DANCE" held at the Crown Plaza on Sunday May 15th 2011.
Taylor Sargent also received a trophy for 2nd highest mark overall for her tap solo "Mr. Zoot Suit". Taylor has been studying at the Dance Zone for 4 years and was among 37 dancers from the studio who entered the "I Love Dance" Minneapolis Competition.
The International Director of "I Love Dance", Kim McKimmie, was very enthusiastic in her praise for these young dancers and the talent they displayed. She said "The hard work and hours of rehearsal are obvious! I', sure the parents and local communities are very proud of these extraordinary Dancers' accomplishments at "I Love Dance". I applaud the Dance Teachers, Tammy & Jenni , and feel confident that their efforts will result in further excellence in their future performance.
Studio Director/Instructor, Tammy Bhimji and Senior Instructor, Jennifer Dunne, were also awarded the "Excellence Award" for outstanding Achievement, in recognition of in all performances. Tammy said " That she was very proud of all the dancers and the hard work they put into preparing for such a large and distinguished competition". 52 dancers, parents and chaperones attended the 4 day trip.
"I Love Dance" has been presenting its Dance Festivals and Conventions for thirty-three years, wherein young students of Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Musical Theatre, and Variety Arts are given the opportunity to have their work seen and evaluated by qualified, professional, and celebrity judges.
The Thirty-third Anniversary Season of "I Love Dance" is one of which the company takes great pride in. They have had thousands of successful Dance Studios who have participated and over 1 million Dancers have attended their programs. " I Love Dance" competitions are held from Coast to Coast throughout North America and in Australia.
