BALLROOM WITH A TWIST Comes to Harris Center Tonight

Ballroom With A Twist, coming to the Harris Center at Folsom Lake College this weekend, is a critically acclaimed international dance production conceived and choreographed by ABC-TVs Dancing with the Stars, Emmy nominated, Louis Van Amstel. This groundbreaking show, starring Dancing with the Stars celebrity pros Dmitry Chaplin, Chelsie Hightower and Oksana Dmytrenko, together with finalists from TV's So You Think You Can Dance and American Idol singers Gina Glocksen and Von Smith, pushes the boundaries of ballroom dance, infusing it with the energy and intensity of the latest contemporary and hip-hop styles. Ballroom with a Twist is an evening of entertainment for the entire family, highlighted by stunning costumes, magnificent music and breathtaking performances.

Emmy-nominated choreographer, international world champion and consummate professional, Louis Van Amstel has devoted his life towards perfecting his craft. Louis first began his Dancesport career training in a theatre school where he gained a background in ballet, tap, and jazz while simultaneously engaging in rigorous competitions. Upon graduating, Louis attended the University of the Arts in Amsterdam to enhance his skills in the classical dances and theory. Louis has been in the world of Dancesport for nearly two decades now, and has appeared in guest roles on several hit TV shows. Most prominently, Louis was featured in Seasons 1-3 of Dancing with the Stars; a show that has become a pop culture phenomenon in both the US and abroad. Louis' success led him to serve as creative director, choreographer, and performer in the Dancing with the Stars Touring Show which has performed in cities across the US and Canada.

Dmitry Chaplin is one of the most recognized ballroom dancers and choreographers in the United States and around the world. He's performed as one of the star professionals on Dancing with the Stars since 2009, received an EMMY nomination for his choreography of an Argentine Tango on So You Think You Can Dance and is one of America's favorite dancers.

For the past five years, Chelsie Hightower has wowed audiences with her dancing skills as a professional dancer on Dancing with the Stars. She was a special guest star for a week this summer in the Dancing With The Stars Live show in Las Vegas. Chelsie has assisted with choreography and danced for numerous musical guests on DWTS including: Justin Bieber, Whitney Houston, The Bee Gee's and more. In July 2010 she received her first Creative EMMY nomination for Outstanding Choreography for her Dancing with the Stars routine, Paso Doble /Malaquena.

Oksana Dmytrenko has been a force in the world of competitive dance since the age of six. Oksana was a juvenile and junior finalist in multiple competitions in her native Ukraine before becoming the National Youth Champion. She held this high honor in her country for three consecutive years. At the age of 18, she took her pursuits to the U.S. where she took second place in the National Amateur Championships, which led to the honor of representing the U.S. in the World Championships in Australia. Oksana now graces television screens worldwide as a pro on ABC's Dancing with the Stars. Oksana just became engaged to Jonathan Platero, a season 5 finalist from the television show So You Think You Can Dance, who is also appearing at the Harris Center in Ballroom With A Twist.

SAME THREE STAGES, BRAND NEW NAME!

Originally named Three Stages at Folsom Lake College in 2011, the facility has been renamed to honor Brice Harris, Chancellor Emeritus of the Los Rios Community College District, for his many contributions to the capital region, including the vision and leadership he provided in opening this regional arts center. Harris Center for the Arts at Folsom Lake College presents touring artists from around the world; partners with the best regional arts organizations, and supports productions by FLC students and faculty.

The Harris Center is a $50 million facility built with a combination of state, regional, local and private funds. Harris Center has three intimate theaters, an art gallery, a recording studio, elegant teaching spaces, plenty of safe parking and all the other amenities of a state-of-the-art performing arts venue.

Ballroom With A Twist plays tonight, November 1, 2013 at 7:30 pm, Saturday, November 2, 2013 at 2 pm & 7:30 pm, and Sunday, November 3, 2013 at 2 pm at the Harris Center for the Arts at Folsom Lake College, 10 College Parkway, Folsom, CA 95630. Price: $39-$59, Premium $69. Tickets: www.HarrisCenter.net or 916-608-6888. Tickets are available online at www.HarrisCenter.net or from Harris Center Ticket Office at 916-608-6888 from 10 am to 6 pm, Monday through Saturday, and two hours before show time.

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