The Regina Dominican Orchesis Dance Showcase, PRISM, dazzled audiences with three spectacular performances on Friday, February 28, and Saturday, March 1. Featuring a total of 73 dancers, the show was a vibrant celebration of movement, color, and creativity.
Orchesis, Regina Dominican High School’s dance company, presented an unforgettable evening of choreography, showcasing a variety of dance genres including ballet, modern, jazz, contemporary, hip-hop, tap, and Irish dance.
Led by Regina Dominican Dance Teacher and Orchesis Director Ally Valadez and Assistant Director Katie Lyons, with support from senior captains Allison Buck and Abby King, Orchesis delivered a performance brimming with talent and energy. A majority of the dances were student-choreographed, highlighting the remarkable creativity and talent of the dancers themselves. The showcase also included a few director-choreographed pieces, as well as a special guest-choreographed piece by Fernando Rodriguez of Giordano Dance Chicago.
"This production featured a variety of dance genres, and we are so proud of all the hard work and dedication seen from these dancers throughout the season. It’s been a joy to work with these dancers, and we are so happy we were able to bring PRISM to life on stage!" said Orchesis Director Ally Valadez.
The production also showcased the hard work of students and faculty behind the scenes. From choreography to rehearsals, lighting design, costuming, and even lobby decorations, it was clear that a tremendous amount of effort and collaboration went into bringing PRISM to life. The student-created art displays, in collaboration with Regina's art students, also added to the show's immersive experience. The show also included pieces from the Jazz Dance and Advanced Dance classes offered at Regina Dominican during the school day.