GROOVALOO Makes Its Wisconsin Debut 1/31 At The Fox Cities PAC

Award-winning dance phenomenon, The Groovaloos, best known for their breakout performance on NBC's "Superstars of Dance" and appearances on FOX's "So You Think You Can Dance," "The Ellen Degeneres Show" and "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon," will bring their electric dance stage show, Groovaloo, to the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center on Sunday, January 31, 2010 at 6:30 p.m.

Based on the troupe's true-to-life experiences as told by the dancers who lived them, Groovaloo combines jaw-dropping displays of physicality with heart-pounding music and powerful stories that chronicle the struggles, hopes and triumphs of the 14-member cast. Groovaloo celebrates the passion and purpose of life while revealing the heart, soul and artistry of freestyle dance.

"We created Groovaloo as a new form of entertainment that truly blurs the lines between theater and dance," said creator Bradley Rapier. "The story is told through movement, though we also feature spoken word poetry as well as compelling stories which add to the show's theatricality. In some cases, dance literally saved people's lives. Each performer has a story to share, and that's where the real connection is made with the audience."

Founded in 1999 by Bradley "Shooz" Rapier, The Groovaloos have since taken the dance world by storm from winning first place at The American Street Dance Championships to countless industrials and live events nationwide. Members of The Groovaloos have been featured prominently in a multitude of popular culture entertainment arenas. Madonna, Justin Timberlake, Miley Cyrus, Will Smith, Pink and Gwen Stefani have been inspired by the unique talent of these performers and featured their talents in recent concerts and projects. Additionally, Groovaloo dancers have had substantial exposure in feature films including "Step Up," "Charlie's Angels" and "Idlewild," in national advertising campaigns for iPod, GAP, Skechers, McDonald's and on television on NBC's "Superstars of the Dance" and FOX's "So You Think You Can Dance."

After sold-out performances at The Joyce Theater in Manhattan this September, Groovaloo, made a triumphant return to New York by popular demand and played off-Broadway at the Union Square Theater, December 1, 2009 - January 3, 2010, prior to launching its first national tour.

Groovaloo was created by Bradley Rapier and Danny Cistone and is directed by Cistone. This production features scenic design by Laura Fine Hawkes and costume design by Mora Stephens. The lighting design is by Charlie Morrison, and sound design is by Lucas Corrubia and Michael H.P. Viveros. Music supervisors are Steven Stanton and Bradley Rapier. The executive producer is Daniel Sher.

For more information and to watch a video preview of Groovaloo, please visit groovaloo.com. Become a fan of Groovaloo on Facebook, and follow Groovaloo on Twitter.

The Boldt Arts Alive! Series is supported in part by a grant from the Wisconsin Arts Board with funds from the State of Wisconsin and the National Endowment for the Arts.

Tickets for Groovaloo start at $20 and can be purchased by calling Ticketmaster at (800) 982-2787 or the Center's ticket office at (920) 730-3760. Tickets can also be purchased in person at the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center's ticket office or online at foxcitiespac.com. Groups of 15 or more can save by calling (920) 730-3786. Additional fees may apply.

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