The bright lights of New York City are coming to the Honey Lake Valley as the Mount Lassen Dance Academy prepares to take the stage for its highly anticipated spring production, “A Little Bit of Broadway.” The showcase, which features two performances – one on Friday, May 15th and another on Saturday, May 16th – will be held at the Susanville Veterans Memorial Hall located at 1205 Main Street. Both shows are scheduled to begin at 6:00p.m.
A Senior Send-off with Style
This year’s production holds special significance for the academy’s graduating class. According to MLDA co-owner Jillaine Laughlin, the seniors played a major role in shaping the weekend’s program by selecting the specific stories they wanted to tell for their final spring showcase.
Laughlin shared that the performance will feature condensed versions of beloved hits like Phantom of the Opera, Hamilton, In the Heights, Beauty and the Beast, Anastasia, and Singing In the Rain. This unique approach creates a vibrant blend of mysterious stories, timeless Broadway classics, and contemporary favorites.
Audiences can also look forward to high-energy numbers set to the music of Mamma Mia, Newsies and the modern phenomenon Wicked.
Hard Work and New Styles
The performance highlights the impressive versatility of the local dancers through a wide array of disciplines. The audience will see the results of months of dedicated practice across ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, and hip hop.
This year is particularly exciting as the academy debuts its newest studio addition, musical theater, which perfectly complements the Broadway theme of the evening. Laughlin noted that the students have been working incredibly hard and are eager to finally share their passion and talent with the community.
Ticket Information
Tickets for both nights are available now, and community members are encouraged to purchase early to secure their spots. Premium seats are available for between $20 and $30, while general seating is offered at $15.
Young children who will be sitting in a lap do not require a separate ticket.
