GOTS (Middle School) Program 2022

ME G A N G . S WA IN

Dear Show Choir Fans,

On behalf of the students and staff here at Millard North High School, we would like to welcome you to the 2022 Galaxy Of The Stars Show Choir Competition. We are excited to share this very special event with you! We are lucky to have the best students and parents who have worked tirelessly to make this day a smooth and enjoyable one. We would especially like to thank Helen Krichau, Stephanie Herr and Kendra McIvor for chairing the event, all our committee heads for organizing over the last eight months, our sponsors in the great city of Omaha, and the teachers for allowing us to utilize their classroom space. We would also like to thank the MNHS administration for providing us the leadership and resources to put on this great event.

It is the mission of Millard North Show Choirs and Galaxy Of The Stars that each competitor, director and school be afforded the opportunity to display their collective talents, seek guidance from industry leaders, and entertain the community of Omaha, Nebraska. We are excited to provide each of you a fun-filled day as most of the students finish out their show choir season. Please cheer loudly and wish any performer good luck today! We are all a part of the show choir family – no matter which group you call your own.

If there is anything we can do to make your day more enjoyable, please don’t hesitate to ask a director, a student, or any parent in a volunteer shirt. We are so happy to have you here at Millard North!

Director Of Choral Activities Millard North High School

MILLARD NORTH ADMINISTRATION

Mr. Brian Begley - Principal

Mrs. Mary Bayne - Assistant Principal

Mr. Aaron Bearinger - Assistant Principal

Mrs. Susan Marlatt - Assistant Principal

Mr. Chad Zimmerman - Assistant Principal, Activities Director

Ms. Amber Ripa - Assistant Principal

MILLARD BOARD OF EDUCATION

Stacy Jolley - President

Linda Poole - Vice President

Mike Kennedy - Secretary

Mike Pate - Treasurer

Dave Anderson - Board Member

Amanda McGill Johnson - Board Member Dr. Jim Sutfin - Superintendent

GALAXY OF THE STARS COMMITTEE

Co-Chairs: Helen Krichau, Steph Herr Vice Chair: Kendra McIvor

Admissions: Nancy Dick Sylvia Lancaster

Advertising/Solicitation: Maureen Hornacek Mike Hornacek

Auditorium Logistics: Kevin Hughes Janelle Van Riesen

Awards/Trophies: Sue Ristow

Backstage: Gary Krichau Dave McIvor

Bus/Choir Check-in: Nancy Walters Jennie Thengvall

Bus/Director Hospitality: Chris Dunn Erika Beckley

Concessions: Cassi Brichacek

Erin Bonham

Beth Wood

Donations: Becky Crafton Michelle Blakestead

Facility/Security: Kaye Schweigert

Kris Morgan

Finance: Sonya Siebe Jennifer Petersen

First Aid: Jenni Schimonitz

Homerooms: Jennifer Mancuso Shelby Gill Amanda Price

Judge’s Hospitality: Darcy Cottone Krista O’Malley

Judge’s Support: Brenda Stursma Stacy Jolley

Judge’s Tabulation: Carie Walles

Parent Volunteers: Joan Rhode Julie Menke

Parking Lot: Mike Roth

Programs & Signage: Kristi Townsend Anne Hughes

Rentals: John Cottone Christin Honeyman

Social Media: Jessica Jones

Lisa German

Student Volunteers Stephanie Schade Melissa Van Buskirk

T-Shirts: Amy McGraw Jessica Bernard

Video/Technology: Jeff Herr Kevin Jensen

Address: 1010 S 144th St, Omaha, NE 68154

Phone: (402) 715-1365

Web: mnhs.mpsomaha.org

Welcome to our Millard North Show Choir Competition! We are proud to host this special event, and we are very pleased to showcase many superb musicians from around the area.

We are truly excited to enjoy these performances! I would also like to acknowledge the dedication of all show choir participants and directors. Your care, hard work, and attention to detail are deeply appreciated.

Additionally, I want to express gratitude to our engaged parents and community members. Millard North certainly could not pull off such an awesome event without your energy and efforts. Thank you for your time and support!

Gratefully, Brian Begley, Principal Millard North High School

Don Stroh Administration Center • 5606 So. 147th Street • Omaha, NE 68137-2647 • (402) 715-8200 • (Fax) (402) 715-8409

March 2022

Dear Family, Friends and Guests,

Don Stroh Administration Center • 5606 So. 147th Street • Omaha, NE 68137-2647 • (402) 715-8200 • (Fax) (402) 715-8409

Welcome! I’m so glad you can be here to see these young stars shine. The energy they bring to their performances always astounds me, and so does the effort they invest to be here. I appreciate the time, commitment and hard work it takes to make a show seem as if every person on stage could naturally break into a song and a dance at any point in their day. It all looks so easy.

March 2022

We know it is anything but easy. These young people are awesome, and so are the parents and families behind them. If you are one of the people who has managed your days around practices and performances, volunteered to help, and made sure every other aspect of your teen’s life still works around their commitment to show choir, thank you for making this possible.

Dear Family, Friends and Guests, Welcome! I’m so glad you can be here to see these young stars shine The energy they bring to their performances always astounds me, and so does the effort they invest to be here. I appreciate the time, commitment and hard work it takes to make a show seem as if every person on stage could naturally break into a song and a dance at any point in their day. It all looks so easy.

The success you see on stage will play out in so many aspects of their lives Students learn the value of focus and practice. They gain skills of collaboration and teamwork. Along the way they build memories that will last a lifetime, including some amazing ones during this competition. Enjoy the show!

We know it is anything but easy. These young people are awesome, and so are the parents and families behind them. If you are one of the people who has managed your days around practices and performances, volunteered to help, and made sure every other aspect of your teen’s life still works around their commitment to show choir, thank you for making this possible.

Cordially, Jim Sutfin, Ed.D. Superintendent

The success you see on stage will play out in so many aspects of their lives. Students learn the value of focus and practice. They gain skills of collaboration and teamwork. Along the way they build memories that will last a lifetime, including some amazing ones during this competition. Enjoy the show!

Cordially,

MILLARD NORTH DIRECTORS

MEGAN SWAIN Infinity

Megan Swain boasts a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education with an emphasis in voice from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, as well as a Master’s of Arts Degree in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Phoenix. Megan currently serves as the Director of Choral Activities at Millard North High School in Omaha, Nebraska. Her responsibilities include conducting 4 curricular choirs, teaching the International Baccalaureate Music course, and serving as the head director of the Millard North Show Choirs. Under Megan’s direction, Millard North’s Varsity Show Choir “Infinity” received numerous awards including Grand Championships, Best vocals, Best choreography, Best band, and more. Megan is in her 7th year of teaching at Millard North, and 8th year teaching overall. In her spare time, Megan enjoys spending time with her husband and son.

ELIZABETH FRITTON Illumination

Elizabeth Fritton graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with a Bachelor of Music Education Degree in 2013. She is a Kodaly Certified Educator and earned her Master of Arts in Teaching degree through Morningside University. She is the K-6 music teacher at Springfield Elementary in Springfield, Nebraska where she also directs the Springfield Platteview Community Choir. Along with directing Illumination, she also is the music director and choreographer for the musical at Millard North High School.

ALLIE HOFFMAN Intensity

Allie Hoffmann received her Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education as well as her Master’s of Science Degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Northwest Missouri State University. She teaches 6-8 Vocal Music at Andersen Middle School, and is the director of Intensity at Millard North. When she’s not at Millard North, Allie enjoys spending time with her family.

PAIGE NOLA Show Band Director

Paige Nola is thrilled to be the new director of MNSC’s show band, Insanity! She is a professional actor, bassist, and fiber artist. A UNO grad, she plays for many theaters in Omaha. She performs with her jazz group The Benson House Trio as well as Esencia Latina, a 14-piece salsa band. On stage, Nola most recently portrayed a Holocaust survivor in When We Go Away at the JCC. She is also a company actor in the ongoing international show, The Dinner Detective, and with the education theater company, RESPECT, where she has also lent her skills in sound design and music. Nola studied at the New York Conservatory of Dramatic Arts and fell in love with film acting. She is very active in the local film scene and can be seen in A Day with Lily (2021), Bricking and Entering (2022), and Inner Worlds (web series - 2022). Nola loves crafting, all things chocolate, a good pen, training her dogs, dinosaurs, and laughing with her love.

-CARRY T H E F LAME-

MILLARD NORTH INFINITY

Members: Tristan Beck, Carson Bishop, Sarah Brezina, Colin Callahan, Brittney Clignett, Kyle Cottone, Elyse Dorn, Nolan Dunn, Alec Dyer, Grace Eblen, Tucker Erb, Caleb Flott, Lily Ginsburg, Libby Graves, Cemlyn Griffiths, Zach Herr, Brooke Hilding, Jack Hughes, Austin Hupka, Jordan Jelkin, Connor Johnson, Jade Johnson, Jurzy Kaeding, Wendy Kanmogne, Sydney Kwasa, Sophia Lancaster, Mary Mancuso, Caleb McIvor, Anjana Murugan, Srilaasya Nedunoori, Deana Nguyen, Lewis Nguyen, Marin O’Malley, Ava Rhode, Kimberlynne Riedel, Thomas Roth, Alyssa Schade, Jenna Schweigert, Spencer Siebe-Walles, Itzy Silva, Connor Smith, Lacie Smith, Sofia Smith, Fiona Stevens, Matt Stursma, Justin Thengvall, Christian Vihstadt, Caden Whelan, Sam Wood, Caelan Young

About: Millard North is proud to present their premier show choir ensemble: Infinity. Infinity is comprised of 50 singers and dancers, 20 crew members and backed by the 18 piece combo, Insanity. All students are highly involved in activities such as marching band, orchestra, forensics, one-act, basketball, tennis, cheerleading and the International Baccalaureate program. Infinity is directed by Megan Swain and choreographed by April James and Lexi Robson. Infinity is proud to present their 2021/2022 show: Olympus, starring Zeus, Hera, Hades and his trio, Io, Semele, and Europa.

Song List: “Back To Life”/”That Man” Soloists: Justin Thengvall, Jack Hughes, Mary Mancuso, Elyse Dorn, Itzy Silva & Marin O’Malley

“The Gatsby Express”

Soloists: Justin Thengvall & Jack Hughes “Daddy Lessons” Soloists: Mary Mancuso, Elyse Dorn, Itzy Silva & Marin O’Malley

“Anything Worth Holding On To”

Soloists: Jack Hughes & Mary Mancuso “Nightlight”/”Kings & Queens”

Soloists: Jack Hughes & Mary Mancuso

Director: Megan Swain

Division: Open/Exhibition

Choreographed by April James & Lexi Robson

Show Band Director: Paige Nola Number of Singers: 50 Number in Band: 18

Number in Stage Crew: 20

2022 Competitions

Members: Annie Abrahams, Bianca Andersen, Morgan Beckley, Julia Bernard, Jennifer Bonge, Katya Braak, Haylie Brichacek, Rachael Chambers, Desiree Chavez, Kaitlyn Gall, Isabela German, Olivia Herout, Alexa Herr, Natalie Hill, Anna Holder, Lexie Honeyman, McKenna Hornacek, Kiersten Johanns, Makenna Jolley, Isabelle Koller, Bethany Krichau, Annika Krizmanich, Violet Labedz-Greco, Shalom Manyara, Katie McGraw, Callie Menke, Bailey Minturn, Gianna Monico, Grey Murphy, Ariah Neiger, Yara Omar, Chaley Parks, Maycee Parsons, Martina Perversi, Keely Price, Emma Rhode, Emily Rimington, Tiffany Ristow, Kaitlynn Schimonitz, Emmalee Smith, Kinsley Stevens, Kamree Townsend, Emma VanBuskirk, Katie Walters

Millard North is proud to present

women’s show choir

Illumination. Illumination is comprised of 44 singers and dancers, 20 crew members, and is backed by the 18 piece combo, Insanity. Illumination’s show, Kissin’ Kate, tells the story of Katherine Barlow; a school teacher from Green Lake, Texas. When the townspeople tear her apart from her one true love, she vows revenge on those who hurt her and her beloved, Sam.

Members: Sofia Berkland, Lizzie Blakestad, Madison Bonham, Ellyna Campbell, Elizabeth Crafton, Samantha Degeorge, Ella Gill, Darian Gilson, Sam Greiner, Jileah Heath-Moody, Madi Hornacek, Caitlyn Johnson, Jace Jones, Hailey Keele, Sophie Laforge, Mamie Litz, Iliana Lozoya, Emerson Maaske, Ethan Mann, Madeline Maupin, Parker Melton, Joss Morgan, Susanna Norris, Makayla Paulsen, Riya Pawar, Grant Petersen Jensen, Madelyn Poloncic, Isabella Preister, Emily Renkenberger, Hannah Roth, Hailey Slauter, Lauren Smith, Grace Van Riesen, Sebastian Vander Zwaag, Amelia Wheeler, Aaron Whelan, Mackenzie Wright

About:

Millard North is proud to present their mixed prep show choir ensemble: Intensity. Intensity is comprised of 38 singers and dancers, 20 crew members and backed by the 18 piece combo, Insanity. All students are highly involved in activities such as marching band, orchestra, forensics, one-act, basketball, tennis, cheerleading and the International Baccalaureate program. Intensity is directed by Allie Hoffmann, the show was arranged by Andrew Firkins, and choreographed by Nick Quamme, Lexi Robson, Katelyn Hinderer, Nathan Wallace and Shane Coe. Intensity is proud to present their 21/22 show: Galaxies.

MILLARD NORTH INSOMNIA STAGE CREW

Members: Sebastian Antes, Madalyn Bair, Katryna Boelter, Katie Clayton, Maddux Eckles, Luke Eckles, Becca Fulkerson, Nyayoung Gatluak, Karyssa Johnson, Ness Kobjerowski, Shalom Manyara, Kathryn Peterson, Arnav Pokhrel, Nikita Ramaswamy, Connor Smith, Daniel Steinhauser, Sebastian Steven Tran, Vander Zwaag, Faith Withers, Caelan Young

Members: Sam Broesch, Paige Case, Seanan Covell, Michael Driesen, Colin Girthoffer, Sophia Gleason, David Hagberg Chinell, Riley Holiday, Elizabeth Jacobsen, Lilly Jones, Olivia Melton, Carsen Nelson, Hannah Omer, Rylan Preuss, Kassidy Smith, Kalli Suing, Lauren Vierregger, Juniper Weyhrich

GALAXY OF THE STARS JUDGES

TRENT BUGLEWICZ

is a vocal music teacher at Linn-Mar High School in Marion, IA, where he has spent the last six years. In addition to directing the advanced treble chorus, Bella Voce, since the fall of 2016, Trent also conducts Linn-Mar’s bass chorus, Fortis, and one of the school’s mixed choruses, Concert Chorale. Outside of curricular choir, Trent is the director of Linn-Mar’s extracurricular varsity show choir, Tenth Street Edition. He received his Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln in 2014 and now lives in Cedar Rapids with his brilliant, kind, and creative fiancée, Lexi Robson, who he is endlessly thankful for. Trent avidly enjoys watching the Yankees play baseball, struggles to play golf, and loves his students and colleagues at Linn-Mar High School.

NOLAN HENKLE is an Ankeny graduate who feels great to be back home as a part of the Jaguar family. He is the Director of Choral Activities in charge of directing Centennial Singers Silver, Concert Choir, and Spectrum. He loves his job and is proud to say that his students far surpass his expectations every day. Nolan started his college journey at Duke University but graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts with a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education. In college, he performed in musical theatre productions, operas, a cappella groups, and multiple choral ensembles. His goal, now, is to make sure that he offers these same life-changing experiences to the students of Ankeny Centennial. In his free time, Nolan loves to aggressively cheer for his Atlanta Braves, Nebraska Cornhuskers, and Duke Blue Devils. He also loves to play with his two best friends—his kitties named Sasha and Malia. Ankeny Centennial is a wonderful place to learn and grow, and he couldn’t be more proud to be a part of it all. From his wonderful colleagues down the hall to the brilliant administrative team...Nolan knows that ACHS is the place to be. Go Jags!

DR. ANDREW LAST serves as the Director of Choral Activities at Luther College in Decorah, IA where he conducts the Nordic Choir, teaches conducting, and serves as the Artistic Director for the nationally broadcast Christmas at Luther. Last is part of an exciting choral program at Luther College that includes three choral faculty, nearly 500 singers, five choral ensembles, numerous regional and national ACDA convention performances, and regularly presents choral/orchestra works. Additionally, he serves as the Camp Director for the Dorian Summer Music Camp that annually welcomes over 700 campers to Luther College each summer. Prior to his appointment, Last served on the voice faculty of Concordia University (NE). Last holds a DMA in choral conducting from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln where he was named a Hixson-Lied Fellow. He received his Master of Music from Northern Arizona University and his Bachelor of Arts in music education and voice from Luther College. Ensembles under Last’s direction have been featured at both the 2016 regional ACDA convention in Sioux Falls, SD and the 2017 national ACDA convention in Minneapolis. Last made his Carnegie Hall conducting debut in 2019. A frequent clinician and guest conductor around the United States and abroad, Last has conducted All-State ensembles in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Missouri, Texas, and South Dakota.

MARK QUAMME is in his eleventh year of freelance choreographing show choir, currently working with groups across the beautiful state of Wisconsin! Mark got his start in show choir in Holmen High School’s “Midwest Express” and continued performing and began choreographing as a student at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. Mark has continued to perform in various ensembles, currently singing in the Fargo Moorhead Choral Artists in North Dakota. Mark is a Senior Project Manager at Tellwell Story Co. and resides in Fargo, North Dakota with his fiance, Nick, and 5 year old German Shepard, Nora. Best of luck to all groups this year- enjoy the ride!

GALAXY OF THE STARS JUDGES

JEN RANDALL is in her 19th year as a choral music educator. Randall is a graduate of the University of Nebraska where she was a founding member of Big Red Singers show choir, SAI Kappa Chapter President, and a member of University Singers. From 2005 to 2016, Jen was a 6A choral director in Texas where she started four show choirs; including Central High School’s “Voices of Central.” Summer 2016, she relocated to South Dakota to take over “Friend de Coup” show choir and vocal music duties in Mitchell. 2019 saw a move back to Texas to be near family and to create Show Collective. With her company, she tours the country doing clinic/consulting work for show choirs and provides professional development for show choir professionals. Randall’s book, The Art of Competitive Show Choir was published by GIA Publications in June of 2020. She and her husband Tim have two sons: Ben and Owen, and the four enjoy having family adventures in the Lone Star State and beyond.

LEXI

ROBSON

is originally from Ankeny, Iowa. She began dancing at the age of 3 and has lived and performed in Oklahoma City, Dallas, Chicago, and New York City, but currently resides in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Lexi attended Oklahoma City University on scholarship where she graduated with a Bachelor of Performing Arts in Dance Performance.

Since graduation, Lexi has completed two contracts with the Royal Caribbean Cruise Line dancing through the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, and the Bahamas on the Navigator of the Seas and as the Dance Captain on the Enchantment of the Seas.

Lexi is a full-time freelance choreographer, clinician, and adjudicator working with over 30 high school and college show choirs across the country and teaching at many performing arts camps. Her groups consistently achieve high placements and have won numerous awards for best choreography, design, and visual effect.

After growing up intensely training and studying the art of dance, Lexi is thrilled to share her passion and knowledge with equally passionate kids and directors all over the country.

HEATH WEBER is the Dean of the School of Visual and Performing Arts at Morningside College in Sioux City, Iowa. Prior to his appointment at Morningside, Heath has worked in public school music education at all levels, K-12. Choirs and show choirs under his direction were awarded top honors at State, Regional and National levels.

Heath has directed the Catalyst Collective for over two decades. The camp, a two-week immersion housed at Morningside, includes academic pursuits, leadership training and intense performing arts for high ability youth nationwide. Heath has led the group on 8 global performance tours reaching 5 continents and 24 countries, most recently Germany and Austria. Groups under his direction have appeared at the World Conference on Gifted Children (Sydney, Australia and The Hague, Netherlands) and were official state guests on their tour to Taiwan (ROC).

His dissertation work in gifted education has earned him appearances at the National Conference on Gifted Children in Minneapolis and numerous state gifted conventions in the upper Midwest. He has made numerous presentations on adapted music education for students with disabilities, and vocal pedagogy and performancebased show choir at music conventions across Iowa and the Dakotas. As a performer he has appeared with The South Dakota Symphony, The Sioux City Symphony, and The South Dakota Chorale. Weber and his South Dakota Chorale colleagues earned three GRAMMY nominations for their work on the recording “Tyberg Masses.”

As clinician, adjudicator and guest conductor, Heath is in high demand across the Midwest. His work with summer enrichment opportunities, team building, and leadership training keeps his schedule full. When time permits, you can find him soaking up the sun by the lake on lazy summer weekends!

Luke Stursma is an English/Theatre Performance Major at the University of Nebraska at Lincoln. While he was enrolled at Millard North High School, Luke was involved in a plethora of activities including marching band, one-act, theatre, choir, a capella, and of course, show choir! Luke adored being a part of Millard North Show Choirs when he was here and is very excited to be back again to emcee.

McKenna Cottone is delighted to be involved with Millard North Show Choir’s Galaxy of the Stars. Since her graduation from Millard North in 2020, she has been pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Theater Performance at the University of Nebraska at Omaha. During her time at Millard North, McKenna was a proud member of both Illumination and Infinity. The last show she performed with MNSC was “A Tale of Two Queens” where she had the honor of portraying “Mary Queen of Scots.” Over the course of her show choir career, McKenna accumulated 5 “Best Female Soloist” awards and she developed a passion for performing. McKenna Cottone was the first director of Millard North’s Women’s A Capella group “Nova,” and she was also heavily involved in the MN theater department, having participated in musicals, plays, and the oneact. She is currently the Assistant Musical Director at Millard North Middle School. McKenna Cottone is so grateful for all of the opportunities and experiences she has had at Millard North.

Austin Fleck is so happy to be back at Millard North and would like to welcome everyone to Galaxy of the Stars! Austin graduated Millard North in 2019, and when attending, Austin was a heavy participant in the school’s theatre department. He took part in just about every school play, musical, and one-act, whether that be as a cast member, or working on a crew behind the scenes. In his senior year, Austin auditioned for show choir, and was honored to be placed in Infinity!

Through show choir, Austin had so many great experiences and made even greater friends throughout the season, both from his own school and other competing schools. It was an experience he will never forget, and he is extremely excited to see all of today’s performers do their thing! Austin is currently a junior at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and he is a film studies major with minors in communications and theatre. After trying various courses in various departments at the university, he is ready for whatever the future brings, including a trip abroad this summer to Spain!

MIDDLE SCHOOL COMPETITION

All times are approximate.

SCHOOL GROUP CLASS WARM-UP PERFORMANCE

SNJ Studio of Music

Center Stage

Exhibition

4:00 PM 4:20 PM

Kiewit Middle School Dynamic Treble 4:20 PM 4:40 PM

Harrisburg North Middle School Radiance Treble 4:40 PM 5:00 PM

Millard North Middle School Cavallo Treble 5:00 PM 5:20 PM

Beadle Middle School Encore Treble 5:20 PM 5:40 PM

Russell Middle School Subwoofers Mixed 5:40 PM 6:00 PM

Harrisburg South Middle School Illuminations

Kiewit Middle School

Mixed 6:00 PM 6:20 PM

First Edition Mixed 6:20 PM 6:40 PM DINNER BREAK 7:00 PM - 7:25 PM

Harrisburg North Middle School Refractions Mixed 7:05 PM 7:25 PM

Russell Middle School Leaders of the Pack Mixed 7:25 PM 7:45 PM

Andersen Middle School Luminescence Mixed 7:45 PM 8:05 PM

Millard North Middle School Stampede Mixed 8:05 PM 8:25 PM

Beadle Middle School Show Dogs Mixed 8:25 PM 8:45 PM

Elkhorn Valley View Middle School Voltage Mixed 8:45 PM 9:05 PM

Westside Middle School Westside Connection Mixed 9:05 PM 9:25 PM

Millard North High School Intensity Exhibition 9:25 PM 9:45 PM AWARDS (AUDITORIUM) 10:10 PM

MIDDLE SCHOOL COMPETITION

SNJ Studio of Music Center Stage

Director: Joel Johnston Choreographers; Anne Chapman & Melanie Walters

Singers: 40 | Band: 2 | Stage Crew: 4

PERFORMANCE TIME

4:20 pm

Center Stage is a middle school show choir for treble singers in grades 6-8 from SNJ Studio of Music. The philosophy behind Center Stage is to provide a fun, high-quality show choir experience and great preparation for high school show choir. Our 40 members come from schools throughout the metro area. Many of the girls are also in their own school’s show choir. Center Stage is a non-auditioned ensemble that rehearses once a week for 90 minutes. Center Stage appears today as an exhibition group and will not be competing for awards.

Kiewit Middle School Dynamic

Director: Riley Herringer & Cora Kirby Choreographers: Julia Ramirez & Riley Herringer Accompanist: Kevin Robinson Singers: 28 | Band: 2

PERFORMANCE TIME

4:40 pm

Dynamic is the treble show choir made up of 28 6th grade performers. These hard working students practice twice a week before and after school, while also being dedicated to their academics, sports, and other activities. This is the first year of show choir for all of these students! Dynamic is excited to perform their show for you! This show is about light: the light we find in ourselves, we see in each other, and we share with the world.

Harrisburg North Radiance

Directors: Lauren Kattner & Melissa Fikse Choreographer: Jennifer Toney Tech Crew: Maddie Rand & Gena Jensen Singers: 34 | Band: 3 | Stage Crew: 2

PERFORMANCE TIME

5:00 pm

Radiance is an all-girl group comprised of 36 middle school students. Our show is entitled “Just Believe” and focuses on themes of empowerment, celebration, rising from our mistakes and confidently stepping into the world! Radiance is looking forward to a return to the performance stage after a year off competing!

MIDDLE SCHOOL COMPETITION

Millard North Middle Cavallo

Director: Kail Townsend

Choreographers: Hannah Brown & Kail Townsend

Accompanist: Shelly Smith, Band: Bailey Wolfe Singers: 37 | Band: 2 | Crew: 5

PERFORMANCE TIME

5:20 pm

Cavallo is an ensemble of 37 singers and dancers, and is accompanied by a 2 piece show band. Cavallo rehearses 2 times a week before school. Students are involved in a variety of school activities while maintaining high academic standards in the International Baccalaureate program. Cavallo is proud to perform their show “Hero” for you.

Beadle Middle School Encore

Director: Kelly Whisinnand

Choreographer: Jennifer Toney

Accompanist: Sara Collins Singers: 51 | Band: 2 | Crew: 1

PERFORMANCE TIME

5:40 pm

Encore is the Treble Show Choir from Beadle Middle School. This fabulous group consists of 51 amazing musicians! Encore rehearses 2 times a week before and after school. Students are in 7th and 8th grade and are all very involved in a variety of school activities while maintaining high academic standards. Encore is proud to perform their show “Hear Me Roar!”

Russell Middle School

Subwoofers

Director: Drew Firkins

Choreographers: Drew Firkins & Austin Lempke

Singers: 52 | Band: 15 | Stage Crew: 15

PERFORMANCE TIME

6:00 pm

Subwoofers are the JV show choir comprised of 52 singer/dancers, the ensemble rehearses once a week after school. They are accompanied by their student band and crew, Wolfy Mammoth. Subwoofers would like to give special thanks to the RMS show choir parents and volunteers, and the RMS principals Beth Fink, Brent Snow, and Katie Hadan for their support.Their 2022 show is all about the paths we take through life, and learning from every step along the way.

MIDDLE SCHOOL COMPETITION

Harrisburg South Illuminations

Director: Kerry Reuer Choreographer: Brenna Lee Singers: 24 | Band: 4

PERFORMANCE TIME

6:20 pm

Illuminations, is comprised of 26 singers and dancers. This year’s show, “Shut up and Show Choir” celebrates the group’s excitement to be back performing on the stage after a year of cancellations. Songs in this year’s show include Light Up the World, We Can Dream, and Shut Up and Dance. This season Illumination will be competing at Jefferson, Roosevelt, Sioux City East, Millard South, Washington and Millard North. Illuminations would like to thank all their family and friends who help make this year possible.

Kiewit Middle School First Edition

Directors: Riley Herringer & Cora Kirby Choreographer: Austin Lempke Show Band Director: Kevin Robinson Singers: 46 | Band: 2

PERFORMANCE TIME

6:40 pm

First Edition is the mixed show choir made up of 46 performers. These hard working students practice twice a week before and after school, while also being dedicated to their academics, sports, and other activities. First Edition is excited to perform their show for you! This show is about the journey of finding and embracing your true self.

Harrisburg North

Refractions

Directors: Melissa Fikse, Lauren Kattner, Mollie Jo VanMeeteren & Angi DeCurtins Choreographer: Jennifer Toney Student Director: Victoria Booth, Tech Crew: Maddie Rand & Gena Jensen Singers: 46 | Band: 3 | Stage Crew: 2

Refractions, is comprised of 48 middle school students, most of which are in their first year of show choir. Refractions show, Our Year, is based on the emotions of a middle school year. It shows the excitement and apprehension that students feel in their everyday life at school. Refractions is extremely grateful for opportunity to have a full show choir season and all the parental support given to them, including driving them to their early morning rehearsals.

PERFORMANCE TIME

7:25 pm

MIDDLE SCHOOL COMPETITION

Russell Middle School Leaders of the Pack

Director: Drew Firkins, Assistant Directors: Emma Kate Brown, Austin Lempke

Choreographers: Braxton Carr

Singers: 52 | Band: 15 | Stage Crew: 15

PERFORMANCE TIME

7:45 pm

Leaders of the Pack is the varsity show choir comprised of 52 singer/dancers, the ensemble rehearses once a week after school. They are accompanied by their student band and crew, Wolfy Mammoth. LOT-P would like to give special thanks to the RMS show choir parents and volunteers, and principals Beth Fink, Brent Snow, and Katie Hadan for their support. Their 2022 set explores the many shades of the color blue,

Andersen Middle School Luminescence

Director: Allie Hoffman

Choreographers: Kail Townsend & Marc Hoyer

Accompanist: Mrs. Haley Allen

Singers: 49 | Band: 4

PERFORMANCE TIME

8:05 pm

Andersen Middle School is proud to present their show choir: Luminescence. Luminescence is comprised of 53 singers and dancers, and 4 instrumentalists. Luminescence is directed by Allie Hoffmann and choreographed by Kail Townsend and Marc Hoyer.

Millard North Middle Stampede

Director: Lori Brown

Choreographers: Hannah Brown, Kail Townsend & Marc Hoyer

Singers: 49 | Band: 3 | Crew: 6

PERFORMANCE TIME

8:25 pm

Stampede is an ensemble of 49 singers and dancers, and is accompanied by a 3-member show band. Stampede rehearses 3 times a week before school. Students are all very involved in a variety of school activities while maintaining high academic standards in the International Baccalaureate program. This season Stampede competed at the South Omaha Classic, The Rock Show Choir Competition, and tonight at Galaxy of the Stars. Stampede wants to thank the parents who have worked tirelessly this season to help them be the best they could be. Stampede is proud to perform their show “Colorize” for you.

MIDDLE SCHOOL COMPETITION

Beadle Middle School Show Dogs

Director: Eric Engstrom

Choreographer: Dallas James Pritt

Accompanist: Sara Collins

Singers: 45 | Band: 7

PERFORMANCE TIME

8:45 pm

The Show Dogs are excited to be performing again. The Show Dogs are comprised of 45 singers. Their show this year is entitled “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us,” as a tribute to the hard work and determination it takes to persevere through difficult times.

Elkhorn Valley View Voltage

Director: Jaymie Argotsinger

Choreographer: Brock McCullough

Accompanist: Tyler Meuret

Singers: 38 | Band: 2 | Stage Crew: 1

PERFORMANCE

TIME 9:05 pm

Voltage Show Choir is an auditioned ensemble composed of 38 dedicated singers. Their show this year revolves around the struggles, complexities, and triumphs of middle school. Through this show, each student is trying to find out who they are amongst the ever changing circumstances of school and life. Join us as we find out who we are and reach our moment of truth.

Westside Middle School Westside Connection

Directors: Nick Djernes

Choreographer: Steph Hyatt

Accompanist: Lora Moriarty

Singers: 50 | Band: 4 | Stage Crew: 3

PERFORMANCE TIME 9:25 pm

Westside Connection has been in existence for over 20 years. Westside Connection rehearses three days a week before school. Students in Westside Connection have a goal to grow close, build each other up, and push their effort to the edges of their capabilities.Their show this year is about celebrating youth and keeping your sense of fun and joy as you grow up.