Darien Arts Center dancers back for 12th show of 'So We Think We Can Dance,' Eagle Scout honors and more

Community news Randi Weiner Dance showcase returns for 12th year "So We Think We Can Dance," a student-run showcase of dance talent, is returning to the Darien Arts Center for its 12th year. ... "So We Think We ...
Community news: Two new dance instructors join the Darien Arts Center, and more

Her early performance experiences were as a soloist with the Part Two Dance Company for four years, as a dancer with the Moscow Ballet in the Great Russian Nutcracker for three seasons, and as a dancer in ...
Longtime Darien Arts Center dance instructor ‘Miss Bonnie’ retires

“I try to instill in them not only dance, but life lessons,” Gombos said. ... Claire Mazza, a current instructor with the DAC’s dance program and professional dancer, will step into the role as Gombos’ ...
New dance instructor announced at the Darien Arts Center

Peter’s Dance Company, Dances Patrelle, and Cello Pointe. ... The dance classes at the arts center begin on Sept. 7. ... Email the arts center's Dance Director Bonnie Gombos at bonnie@darienarts.org for ...
Community news in Darien: Art show, ‘Nutcracker’ dancers, author talks, holiday songs and more

The hourlong show, performed by students in the DAC’s dance companies, is narrated and geared for younger audiences. Children can sit up close for the show and are invited to meet and greet the dancers after ...
Arts center expanding dance offerings, hires new instructor

The art center’s dance classes begin on Sept. 7. Classes include ballet, jazz, hip hop, Broadway dance, lyrical jazz, contemporary dance, Pointe and, new this year, boys ballet. ... Email the arts center’s ...
Darien dance studio coming together to help the homeless

Darien dance studio coming together to help homeless By Staff DARIEN — Dance on the DL, a local dance school, is hosting their next Crafts that Care event March 18, from 2:15 to 3:45 p.m. ... Dance on the DL ...
‘Prom is going to happen’: Darien High to bring back senior dance, outdoor graduation with modifications

Darien High will hold prom, outdoor graduation By Susan Shultz DARIEN — Darien’s prom will return this year after being canceled due to the pandemic for the class of 2020. At a recent Board of Education ...
Irish dancing, fare and friendship enjoyed in Darien on St.

According to Darien dance mom Jennifer Keating, the HPK Academy dancers were not as busy this year as in some past, but were still scheduled for six shows on the holiday itself. ... The HPK Dancers perform for a ...
Dance on the DL offers new dance, fitness classes

By Lynandro Simmons DARIEN — To kick off the new year, Dance on the DL’s has new fitness and dance programs to offer. ... A class being held within Dance on the DL. Children dancing in Dance on the DL's studio.
Community Fund offers February break dancing fun

Community Fund offers February break fun The Community Fund of Darien is partnering with Dance on the DL during February break to host a dance party for parents and boys & girls ages 6+, no previous dance ...
Darien Arts Center to offer on-site dance classes

The Darien Arts Center is offering onsite dance classes for grades three to six from Aug. 10 through Aug. 20. ... Sign up for these in-person dance classes taught by DAC Dance Director Bonnie Gombos at ...
Registration now open for winter and spring dance classes

Darien Arts Center Registration now open for winter and spring dance classes Registration is open for winter/spring dance classes at the Darien Arts Center at darienarts.org. ... Junior and senior dance ...
Granger on Movies: 'Annie'

Darien News film critic Susan Granger reviews the new movie, "Annie:" "Annie" had its world premiere in August, 1976, at Goodspeed Opera House in East Haddam. ... Sensing the possibility of riches, she passes ...
Corbin Cares partners offer virtual workouts, yoga, dance, and more

Alissa Tucker of AKT, which trains celebrities such as Shakira, Kelly Ripa, Alicia Keys and Hilary Duff, will be offering one of its high-intensity, dance-oriented workouts. ... Not only can adults get in on the ...
Darien Arts Center offers fall dance classes

Registration is open for fall dance classes at the Darien Arts Center at darienarts.org. ... Junior and Senior Dance Companies perform in all DAC Dance productions and at other venues in and around Connecticut. ...
Community Soundings: ‘Annie Jr.’ auditions next week; Beautification Commission welcomes new members

‘Annie Jr.’ auditions next week Open Arts Alliance of Darien is holding auditions for its upcoming musical production of “Annie Jr.” on Dec. 12, 13 and 14 at 7 p.m. at Round Hill Community Center in ...
Local Irish dancers headed to world stage

The other dancers turn into their lifetime best friends,” she said.In the solo competitions, there are about 200 dancers.The dance school fundraises to offset the cost of the world competition. ... Hard-shoe, ...
Music, dance, food, and games at town’s first virtual Weed Beach Fest

The 50-minute event, which was taped in various locations around town, also included songs, dances, cooking, and social media games and contests that people can take part in — all while not leaving their ...
'24,' 'Runaways' actor Annie Wersching has died at 45

Obit Annie Wersching FILE - Annie Wersching arrives at the FOX Winter All-Star Party in Pasadena, Calif., on Jan. 11, 2010. ... Obit Annie Wersching FILE - Annie Wersching attends the premiere screening for ...