In 2009 a few studio owners decided that it shouldn't just be about dancing during the holidays, it should be about “making a difference” in someone else’s life! What better way to do that than to use our talents and provide an amazing night of dance joined together with our sister studios? The idea evolved into an annual benefit concert, "Dance For Life." We wanted to create a special night for our dancers while bringing awareness to those in need during the holiday season. So many of us have grown up with the tradition of opening up a new pair of pajamas every Christmas Eve. Kids love pajamas! We felt like giving pajamas to other children was a way to help even our youngest dancers grasp the concept of giving. We have been collecting pajamas and books for the Utah Foster Care Foundation and several other local charities each and every year since. They are always so excited to see us and so grateful for new jammies right in time for the holidays! "Dance for Life" has been a wonderful way to create more holiday spirit in our students and share a little dancing joy at the same time!

PROJECT DETAILS:

• Pajamas and books must be new, please NO hangers!

• Pajamas are needed for all sizes. From preemie up to adults.

• Involve everyone around you! Ask for donations from your friends, family, neighbors, and co-workers. Visit http://www.studio56dance.com/dance-life-and-difference/ for ways you can get involved.

• We will be collecting pajamas at the studio, and the night of the benefit concert.

Performance @ Viewmont High School December 14th.

Performance times:

9:30am Expressions Dance – Company

10:30am Studio 56 Dance Center – Christmas Tree Cast

11:30am Leap’n Learners Preschool

12:30pm Studio 56 – Company

1:15pm Jazz Dancer Studio – Layton & Draper

2:00pm Expressions Dance – Candy Cane Cast

2:45pm Studio 56 Dance Center – Snowflake Cast

3:30pm Expressions Dance – Gingerbread Cast