Video Blog of Amanda's performances and our featured numbers from CATS as seen at the Applause Studio 2010 Recital - FAME

Here is a playlist of all of the dances Amanda performed in the Applause Studio 2010 Recital - FAME.
Also featured in the playlist is Amanda and Me performing in a couple of featured numbers from the Applause Players musical production of CATS.
Click the "PLAY BUTTON" to watch the show!! ENJOY!!

Applause Studio Elves at the Northgate Santa Breakfast

This year, Santa hired the Applause Studio Performance Team to be his elves for this year's Santa breakfast series.

These fabulous elves were there to greet and seat the guests as they arrived for food and fun.

After everyone had yummy food in their tummies, the Elves entertained the guests with a snappy little Christmas number. (click the photo to see the video)

They must have made quite an impression on Santa because he appeared from the North pole at the coaxing of the Elves. (click the photo to see the video)

After Santa appeared, the Elves went around to each of the tables to escort the eagerly waiting kids (young and old) to where Santa sat waiting to hear their Christmas wishes.

Several moms asked to have their baby's photo taken with the Elves.

If that wasn't cool enough... The awesome "Recess Monkeys" took the stage (known as the Wiggles of Seattle). (click the photo to see the video)

The Elves got the party started on the dance floor... followed quickly by a bunch of very enthusiastic mini dancers! (click the photo to see the video)

As Santa was getting ready to fly out of sight, the Elves lavished the children with gifts to their delight. Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night!! (click the photo to see the video)

What a wonderful day and a lot of wonderful memory for all the kids (and the Elves too)! (click the photo to see the entire album)

From the Album

Applause Studio Elves at the Northgate Santa Breakfast

Attention Oprah Show!!! Thrill Mill Creek 2009 - Part of Thrill The World

Thrill Mill Creek 2009 - Part of Thrill The World - has a special message for the Oprah Show!!!

We hope you watch our video and like what you see and choose it to be featured on your show this Wednesday, October 28, 2009!! There is a special message for you at the beginning and then get ready to enjoy some great zombie dancing!

You should join us next year!

Thrill Mill Creek is sponsored by Applause Studio. 39 participants. Oct. 24, 2009, 5:30pm Pacific At The Forum in the Mill Creek Town Centre. Mill Creek, WA USA.

Mill Creek Festival at the Community Stage - Hosted by Applause Studio

A fun and entertaining day at the Mill Creek Festival Community Stage. Applause Studio did an amazing job of hosting and entertaining the steady crowd of folks!

From the album: Mill Creek Festival 2009: Community Stage Hosted by Applause Studio!

It was a treat to have Sid & Alison perform one of their very fun numbers.

The Applause Performance Team dance troup put on their 45-minute show, "Pulse"

There were many other Applause vocal soloist, who all have so much talent.

And especially entertaining was the 45-minute version of the Applause Players musical, "The Princess & the Pea - A Twisted Tale"

Click HERE too see all of the photos and videos from all the fun!

Mango's Paw Dance

Mango must dance before we let him into the house. Let's cheer him on, folks!!

Amanda's Dance Recital - June 2009

Amanda's 2009 Dance Recital - Barclay Shelton Dance Centre of Edmonds
(click on any photo below to view entire photo album and dance videos)

From the Album: Amanda Summer Dance Performances

Edmonds Arts Festival:

Recital at the Edmonds Theater of the Arts:

Amanda at the Barclay Shelton Dance Center Recital Rehearsal

Amanda went back to Barclay-Shelton Dance Center for one year to check out their Dance Theatrics program. She had a lot of fun. Here are some photos from the dress rehearsal for Recital 2009. Click on any photo to see the other photos and videos of each of her dances.

From the album: Amanda's Show Rehearsal for Dance

Link to full album: http://picasaweb.google.com/JulzNW/AmandaSShowRehearsalForDance#

Amanda Performs with Dance Theatrics

The Barclay Shelton Dance Centre Company Dancers' annual Dance Theatrics show. Amanda made me proud as she carries on the dance gene. She made BSDC alumni Ashley and me very proud. :-)

Ballet Number: Le Cortege


Theatrical Number: Mr. Grinch


Jazz Number: Phoenix


The Finale Bow & Acknowledgments


Photos from the show:

Some of these photo stills were captured from the video I took from my digital camera -- so I apologize for the lack of quality.

Miss Laura's birthday party - Another Decade Down

Some fun photos from Miss Laura's birthday party last night. The theme was "Another Decade Down" as she turned 30. It was a costume party representing the decades from the 30's to the 90's. She had music and entertainment from each decade. Bob played guitar and sang 2 songs from the 70's and one from the 90's. Amanda performed a beautiful Lyrical dance representing the 70's. I represented the 80's, obviously and Austin was.... well, Austin. Enjoy the Photos.

Applause Studio at Austin's High School Musical Event

In February, Austin's school had a "High School Musical" fun night. Amanda, along with some fellow Applause Studio dancers, performed a dance from the movie and then taught it to all the kids. They then all performed it together. They all did very well! Check it out!!!

Show-A-Thon 2008 - Applause Studio Annual Fundraiser

Applause Studio does it again. Our Youth Parent Organization (YPO) and all the talented students put on a 6-hours show at the Everett Mall to raise money for its Performing Arts programs. Hooray!!

Amanda performed of course, but instead of me performing as well... it was Bob. However, I worked behind the scenes as the volunteer and fundraiser coordinator. I am happy to announce that we raised more than our goal this year. Whoo hoo!!!

Dancin' Divas (like mother, like daughter)

I started dancing when I was very young and have kept it as a part of my life (when I can). My daughter caught the dancing bug at an early age as well. She has been dancing since the age of 3.

It's great having a daughter who shares my passion for dance. Dance is my therapy and "forces" me to take time out from my busy week to do something for myself (which also helps me keep in shape).

The photos shown here are from our 2006 Recital. Click on any photo to view its complete album. The video below showcases our 2006 season. Enjoy!