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DancingClassroomsProceeds to Benefit

The EighthYearMad Hot Ballroom Gala

Whistle Stop’s

Lake Charles ~ August 2017

www.CelebrityDancingSWLA.com

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Leah & Juan BossanoCo-ChairpersonsMad Hot Ballroom Gala Event

Welcome to the Eighth Annual Mad Hot Ballroom Gala, benefiting The Whistle Stop’s Dancing Classrooms and DanceSport programs. Local celebrities, paired with experienced dancers, will perform in hopes of earning the coveted First Place Mirror Ball Trophy and equally prized People’s Choice Award. Tonight’s performances are the result of hard work, discipline, and determination from everyone involved.

It all began in 2009 when Nancy Vallee, director of The Whistle Stop, invited us to watch a ballroom dance exhibition by some of the participating 5th grade

students. We were instantly on board when she asked if we would chair a fundraiser for her beloved Dancing Classrooms. Having recently competed in a fundraising event similar to Dancing with the Stars, it was very humbling to see the poise and grace of these young dancers. We went to work with Melinda Lemke and together, we came up with a plan. It was a bumpy road and a “learn-as-we-go” experience. Nine months later, we had a successful first Mad Hot Ballroom Gala and competition.

Each year, the gala increases awareness; attendance; and most of all, funding for The Whistle Stop. Our professional dancers help make this a life changing journey for our celebrities. Every year, the couples work harder and raise the bar to make this event the success that it is.

Dancing Classrooms is an in-school program that uses ballroom dance to teach respect, instill confidence, and develop interpersonal skills to support a successful future. We have seen many students continue their ballroom training in the advanced competitive program, DanceSport. DanceSport is now offered in both middle schools and high schools.

On behalf of The Whistle Stop, we wholeheartedly thank all of our sponsors who made tonight’s gala possible. We also thank the gala volunteers for their hard work and selfless dedication. Professional dancers, celebrities, emcees, administrators, producers and directors of the show continue to volunteer their time to bring you this wonderful evening.

Finally, thank you for joining us this evening. Please sit back, enjoy the show, and VOTE! We look forward to seeing you on the dance floor after the competition. Our “talent scouts” will be searching for potential 2018 celebrity dancers.


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Whistle Stop Building “Life Champions”

The Whistle Stop’s mission is to enhance the lives of chil-dren by helping them reach their full potential. We provide two programs, Dancing Classrooms and DanceSport, both of which use ballroom dance as the tool to achieve this goal. Dancing Classrooms, a distinctively rich and life-enhancing experience, uses the joy and discipline of social dance to give all 5th grade children the key social, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral skills needed to succeed in school and in life.

The 10-week program uses ballroom dance to transform children into self-assured, elegant, and motivated team players who exhibit pride in themselves and respect for peers. The program improves self-control, focus, and perseverance. The change is infectious—Dancing Classrooms students blossom and grow and are seen in a new light as positive relationships with their parents and teachers develop.

The Whistle Stop’s DanceSport program develops competitive Ballroom Dance teams in middle and high schools. By combining sport and dance, participants improve physical fitness and mental wellbeing, form social relationships, and acquire begin- ner-level competitive dance achievements. DanceSport also helps students qualify for college scholarships throughout the country at some of the nation’s top universi- ties, including Louisiana State University.

The highlight of the DanceSport program is the DanceSport Challenge, a statewide competition that attracts youth dancers from all regions of Louisiana and throughout the south. The event is co-sponsored by McDonalds and our USADance Youth Chap-ter 5057 and is a registered USADance competition (USADance is also a Member Organization of the US Olympic Committee and the World DanceSport Federation). Dancers compete in American style dance at all skill levels for trophies, medals, rib-bons, and prize money for their school.

The ladies and gentlemen in our Academy program, those who have been with us for 3-6 years, are amazing individuals. They are polite, poised, and comfortable in all social settings. They are skilled at engaging adults in conversation and handling interviews for any college or job opportunity that comes their way. The attributes and skills developed in our DanceSport programs highlight the goals we have been working toward for years: the building of Champions—in dance and in life.

Nancy ValleeFounding DirectorThe Whistle Stop / Dancing Classrooms Southwest Louisiana


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Event Sponsors

Ballroom Sponsors

Big Easy FoodsCenter for Orthopaedics

CITGOCivil Construction Company

L’Auberge Casino ResortMcDonald’s of SWLA

Port AggregatesSouthside Machine Works

Cheniere EnergyChildren’s Clinic of SWLA

Doris RozasHope Therapy Center

Johnson Law FirmShayna Sonnier

State RefrigerationStudio 901

Wound Care Center

KPLC-TV

Title SponsorJD Bank

2017 Mad Hot Ballroom Sponsors

Media Sponsor

Rehearsal StudiosBayouland Ballroom

Central SchoolStudio 901

Tammy Palmer’s Center Stage


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Whistle Stop Board of Directors

Dorothy McDaniel.....President

Steve LeBlanc Chasity Griffith

Pam Goodwin...........Secretary/Treasurer

Megan Gregory Sandra Johnson

Leah Bossano...........Vice President

Anne Marie Hebert Karen Estep

Barbara Van Gossen


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WelcomeLeah and Juan Bossano, Event Chairpersons

Introduction of Masters of CeremoniesBruce HamiltonMissy Amidon

Chris Shearman

Opening Number(directed by Tyson Green)

Introduction of 2017 Celebrities

Introduction of Judges

Competition Begins

Dr. John DiGiglia and Karen Estep

Amy Peck and Robert Miller

Rick Sweeney and Amanda Yellott

Adam Stelly and Lauren Morris

Krickett Racca and Reginald Larkins

Ann Barilleaux and Marcus Bebee

Owen Clanton and Hillary Green

Brad Brinkley and Angie Peck

Adam Johnson and Emily Porché

Jitterbug

Quickstep

Quickstep

Tango

Viennese Waltz

Swing

Freestyle

Cha Cha

Freestyle

DanceSport Team Finale

Awards Ceremony

Open Dance Floor for Social Dancing

The Whistle Stop presents:

Mad Hot Ballroom Gala


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Vote for Your Favorite Couple

by Donating to the Cause!

Use the forms and envelopes found on your table and an usher will gather them.

The couple that collects the highest dollar amount wins.

People’s Choice Award

100% tax deductible

People’s Choice Award


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Event Hosts

Bruce Hamilton travels throughout the United States spreading his philosophy called No Bad Days to thousands of people each year. Bruce believes that if you allow yourself to have a bad day, YOU LOSE! Bruce shares his philosophy in a fast paced humorous style. As a professional speaker, sales trainer, business owner, host of an internationally syndicated television program, husband and father of two, Bruce has a varied background to draw from. Bruce is not a motivational speaker, he is a motivated speaker. He is motivated to help others take control of their lives and their destiny by taking control of their attitudes. Bruce has been the Master of Ceremonies for Mad Hot Ballroom since its inception in 2010!

Chris Shearman is the 2nd place winner of MHB 2010! Chris is a licensed Louisiana Real Estate agent with Reinauer Real Estate, specializing in downtown development and historic preservation. He is a graduate of St. Louis Catholic High School and Louisiana State University. Shearman serves on the Calcasieu Soccer Club board and the Imperial Calcasieu Museum board. When not on the soccer field, Chris enjoys sight casting for red fish. As a musician, he is fascinated by the power of music and believes all art forms work together as one force for the common good. His work as Youth Programs Director with the YMCA helped cultivate his love for enriching the lives of children and his decision to be a part of the Mad Hot Ballroom Gala. Chris and his wife Sadie are the proud parents of Leslye and Christopher, two year old twins

Missy Amidon joined the CITGO Petroleum Corporation Lake Charles Manufacturing Complex Government & Public Affairs team in January 2012 as the Public Affairs Coordinator. She serves the community as a volunteer for Team CITGO, manages the company fundraising efforts for United Way of SWLA and Muscular Dystrophy Association and coordinates other corporate social responsibility projects. She is a member of the CHRISTUS St. Patrick Hospital Foundation Board. Missy received a BA in Public Relations from McNeese State University, and she is a 2013 graduate of Leadership Southwest. Missy is the proud mother of daughter Taylor and twin boys, Alec and Mason. She has one grandson, Kasen.

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Event Judges

Chris Martin Dance and Cheer Coach

Gordon Williams Latin Dance Instructor

Angela Guillory Dance Instructor

Red Draper Ballroom and Country Dance Instructor

Susan Gerard Past UCWDC World Champion

John Bridges TV News Anchor

Lucinda O’Quinn Dance Instructor


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Dr. John DiGiglia IIIDr. DiGiglia, a native of Lake Charles, has been a board-certified Family Physician in the Lake Area for 30 years. Dr. DiGiglia graduated from St. Louis Catholic High School, Louisiana State University, and Louisiana State University Medical School in New Orleans, and he completed his residency at W.O. Moss Regional Hospital.

John is married to the former Liz Fontenot, and they have three children and three grandchildren. He enjoys playing

tennis; watching and attending McNeese, LSU and Saints football games; and traveling. He is one of the

founding members and the original drummer for the locally famous band, Raw Dawgs.

Dr. DiGiglia is happy to support Dancing Classrooms and to be part of Mad Hot Ballroom. He hopes his participation will greatly benefit the community he lives in and loves.

Karen Estep

Karen graduated from Barbe High School and McNeese State University, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting. Karen served as a past judge for Mad Hot Ballroom but is excited to continue her role on stage as a performer. She is a certified dance teacher, a charter member of the local USA Dance chapter, and the faculty sponsor for the DanceSport program at Barbe. Karen has been a member of Dance Masters of America, Lake Charles Ballet Society, Ballet Joyeaux, Barbe Bluebelles, and McNeese Cowgirl Kickers. In 1989, she began dancing at Glenda Moss Academy of Dance and became a member of the Young American Jazz Ballet Company and the Contraband Days Dancers. She later taught for Glenda Moss and won several awards for choreography. Karen and her husband Richard have two daughters: Kari Gilchrist (24) and Erin (22). They are members of St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church.


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Robert Miller

During the day, Robert runs heavy equipment and supervises construction for RD Spell Construction; by night he glides across the dance floor enjoying his love for dance. His dancing began as a hobby but quickly turned to serious competition. He has been competing on the country circuit for many years and has won numerous competitions. Mr. Miller holds the 2011 Male Silver Novice World Champion title and 2015 Male Silver Advanced National Champion title. Robert and his love, Ms. Angela Peck, took their relationship to the next level in April by becoming dance partners and achieved two national titles in Advanced Couples and 2nd place at Worlds this past January.

This is Roberts 8th year competing in Mad Hot Ballroom. His routine won the Originality Award in 2011 with celebrity dancer Jill Boyer, Best Costume in 2012 with Debbie Lewing and 3rd place in 2015 with Barbara VanGossen.

Amy PeckAmy came to SWLA from Southeast Texas, where she was

born and raised. She obtained a degree in English education from McNeese; but after 13 years in the classroom, she retired her red pen to join the LNG industry at the nation’s first exporting facility, Cheniere Energy. She is currently the senior technical services administrator and holds a seat on the company’s community investment council as well as the cultural champions team. She is active in community events and enjoys traveling.

While teaching 6th grade English at SJ Welsh Middle School, Amy was introduced to Dancing Classrooms. She was moved by the students’ social, emotional,

behavioral, and cognitive growth and is honored to help keep the program in our schools. Amy has never tried ballroom dancing but is confident the journey will grow her spirit and character, just like it did for her students.

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Rick SweeneyRick Sweeney is a native of Lake Charles. He attended LaGrange High School and was active in all sports, excelling in baseball. Rick was named All American Baseball player in 1982 and was drafted by the Cincinnati Reds. He turned down the offer so he could attend McNeese State University. After attending McNeese, he moved to Baltimore, Maryland, where he ran an HVAC and refrigeration company. In 2002, he returned to his roots in Lake Charles and opened State Refrigeration, Inc. in 2003. After thirteen years in business,

State Refrigeration has grown to service the majority of restaurants, schools, hotels, and casinos in Lake

Charles and the surrounding areas. State Refrigeration is a corporate sponsor of Toys for Tots and was recognized in 2015 for outstanding support of SWLA. Rick enjoys fishing, golfing, and traveling with his wife, Carmen Sweeney. Rick and Carmen have three children and one granddaughter.

Amanda YellottAmanda was born in Houma, Louisiana and now lives Sulphur, Louisiana. She first started dancing at age 12, and a desire for the art was quickly born. Amanda became a Dancing Classrooms Teaching Artist in 2012. She is currently the school and business liaison for Dancing Classrooms and the director of The Whistle Stop’s DanceSport Program, developing competitive ballroom dance teams in middle and high schools across SWLA. Amanda loves the Dancing Classrooms program and believes that teaching from the heart with passion and witnessing the art of ballroom dance transform children into young ladies and gentlemen. The confidence, elegance, and class Dancing Classrooms inspires cannot be taught sitting in a classroom. Amanda won the Originality Award twice: in 2014 with celebrity partner, Lee Peck, and in 2015 with Doug Gehrig. In Last year’s event, she won 3rd place with her partner Derrick Kee.

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Southside Machine Works, Inc. was established in 1978 to service local industries on the Gulf Coast. Today, Southside Machine Works, Inc. has expanded and services clients throughout the United States. Our facility, located in Lake Charles Louisiana, operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week to serve our clients needs.

Please contact us so that we can help you with your industrial Machinery needs!

Proud sponsors of the Whistle Stop and Dancing Classrooms!

Phone: Email Address:

(337) 478-1096 [email protected]


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Adam Stelly Originally from New Orleans, Adam lived in Austin and Dallas before starting Barbe High School his sophomore year, where he ran cross country, track, and played soccer.

He earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration with a concentration in marketing from Loyola University, New Orleans. When Adam wasn’t in the classroom, he was either at work or in the gym. In fact, Adam was a NASM Certified Personal Trainer

for several years and started training clients in his parent’s garage at age 17. In his last year of college, Adam

worked as the marketing manager for a local New Orleans restauranteur. A week after graduating and without apprehension, Adam returned to Lake Charles to serve the family business at Nissan of Lake Charles, where he works alongside his father John Stelly.

Lauren Morris Lauren is a native of Sulphur and a graduate of Sulphur High School. She was a Cowgirl Kicker and graduated magna cum Laude from McNeese State University with a bachelor’s degree in English and an associate degree in art. At Tammy Palmer’s Center Stage, Lauren prepares dancers for competition, choreographs dance routines, and designs costumes for many of the competition pieces. Lauren is also a teaching artist for the Dancing Classrooms program and the dance coach for the McNeese Cowgirl Kickers.

This is Lauren’s fifth year to participate in Mad Hot Ballroom as an expert dancer. She and her celebrity partner, Dr. Tyson Green, won both the 2012 Mirror Ball Trophy and the 2012 People’s Choice Award. Lauren has won the People’s Choice Award two more times; in 2015 with George Cestia and in 2016 dancing with John Gregory.

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Thank You for supporting the Gehrig

Family McDonald’s business for 45 years

in Southwest Louisiana. It is a pleasure

to be able to support program s like this.

Because of your community support for

our McDonald’s, you enable us to do so.

Thank you

for your patronage.

McDonald’s of Southwest Louisiana

Doug Gehrig

thank you


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Krickett Schmidt RaccaKrickett is the marketing and special events coordinator at

Crying Eagle Brewing Company. She came to Lake Charles by way of Michigan and Mississippi. After graduating with a bachelor’s degree in communication studies from Louisiana State University, she lived everywhere from New York City to Ontario Canada; however, nowhere felt quite as home as Louisiana. Krickett moved to Southwest Louisiana only two years ago. Still, in that short amount of time, she has become actively involved with the community through various boards and committees, including The Children’s Museum of Lake Charles Board of Directors, Fusion Five Board of Directors,

American Advertising Federation Board of Directors, and Junior League of Lake Charles Communications Vice

President. Krickett recently married Dr. Brandon Racca in May of 2017. The couple looks forward to putting down roots and starting their new life here in Southwest Louisiana.

Reginald Larkins

Reginald is a native of Lake Charles. He started ballroom dancing while participating in Nelson Elementary School’s 5th grade Dancing Classrooms program. He later joined the Whistle Stop’s Academy Dance program and has been training in American and International styles of dance for eight years.In 2015, Reginald became a teaching assistant at W.W. Lewis Middle School, and he now teaches DanceSport at W.W. Lewis, Maplewood Middle School, and Barbe High School.

Reginald started dancing competitively in 2011 at the Gumbo DanceSport Championships, where he won his first gold medal. He has since won junior, youth, and adult championships all over the country. In April, 2016, he and his partner, Caitlyn Wilson, won four National Championship Titles at the USADance National DanceSport Championships. Last year was Reginald’s debut as a Pro in the Mad Hot Ballroom event.

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phone:(337) 882-0752

Supply & Installation of Filling Materials

Drainage Installation

Soil Stabilization

Site Preparation

Commercial and Industrial:

Civil Construction Company and Enviromental Services

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Dancing Classrooms Colors of the Rainbow Team Match SWLA 2017 The Dancing Classrooms program was launched in 1994 by world-renowned ballroom dancers Pierre Dulaine and Yvonne Marceau as a not-for-profit project of the American Ballroom Theater Company. An arts-in-education/life-skills program, Dancing Classrooms uses ballroom dance to build social awareness, confidence and self-esteem in children. Dancing Classrooms residencies are integrated into the school day; 5th grade students meet with their Teaching Artist twice a week for ten weeks. The program utilizes a syllabus of ballroom dance that nurtures mastery of an art form in a fun learning environment while fostering respect, teamwork, confidence, politeness, and a sense of joy and accomplishment. Essentially, it "teaches life skills wrapped up in ballroom dance."

Colors of the Rainbow 2017 Results

Small Schools Gold Medals: Cooley, Vincent.

Large Schools Gold Medals: Dolby, LC Charter, Maplewood.

Small Schools Silver Medals: EDS, Watkins.

Large Schools Silver Medals: Key, Lebleu.

Small Schools Bronze Medals: College Oaks, Fairview.

State Champion: T.S. Cooley

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“Our teaching philosophy is one of inside-out versus outside-in. The program is not just about teaching dance, it’s about teaching pride, confidence and respect. We take the dance that is inherent in students’ bodies and help them to bring it out, not force it in, enabling students to increase their self-esteem as they learn.” Pierre Dulaine

As a special activity, each school in the Dancing Classrooms program has the option to participate in a city-wide team match, the Colors of the Rainbow. At the close of each course, students audition to participate and twelve students advance to the competition. The schools are identified by colors, with ladies wearing colored sashes and the gentlemen wearing colored cards pinned to their backs.

Dancing Classrooms Colors of the Rainbow Team Match SWLA 2017


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Ann BarilleauxAnn Barilleaux is the Vice President Marketing Director for JD

Bank. JD Bank has been a proud sponsor of Mad Hot Ballroom since 2013. Raised in Lake Charles, Ann graduated from Spring Hill College in 1999 with a degree in Public Relations and has a Master of Business Administration from McNeese State University. Ann is involved in many community organizations and serves as a board member for Family & Youth Counseling Agency, the SWLA Alliance Foundation and the SWLA Home Builders Association. She is also a member of the Junior League of Lake Charles and an inaugural member

of the Louisiana Business and Industry Emerging Leadership Council. She enjoys traveling, playing tennis and golf. Ann is passionate about Southwest Louisiana and glad to dance for Mad Hot Ballroom to support the wonderful programs and projects of the Whistle Stop.

Marcus Bebee

Marcus began dancing at the age of 12 and it soon developed into a passion. The former rodeo bull rider and bullfighter traded in his chaps for competition dance boots at age 15.Marcus has won numerous dance competitions in several categories over the past 25 years. He enjoys building and choreographing routines for showcase numbers and competitions. Marcus thrives on teaching the joy of dancing to people of all ages and skill levels. He offers group classes and private lessons in country, ballroom, Latin and swing dance at Studio 901. He is currently employed as an operator at CITGO.

Mr. Bebee is a two-time Mirror Ball Trophy Winner: In 2011, dancing with Rebekah Dressler and in 2013 with Brigitte Johnson. He also won 2nd Place in 2014 with Denise Rau. Marcus’s joy is his son Gabe who drives his zeal and passion on the dance floor!

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CITGO is fueling good things in our community. We promote and participate in a wide variety of social development programs to improve the quality of life of people in Southwest Louisiana. We are a proud sponsor of the eighth annual Mad Hot Ballroom, which benefits Dancing Classrooms where children are taught social awareness, confidenceand self-esteem through ballroom dance.

Making a Difference One Step at a Time

©2017 CITGO Petroleum Corporation


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Owen ClantonOwen was born and raised in Covington, LA. He graduated from

Covington High School and McNeese State University, where he obtained a bachelor’s degree in health and human performance (PE teacher) and a master’s degree in educational leadership.

Currently, Owen is the principal at F. K. White Middle School and is beginning his 12th year in education. Owen recently obtained graduate honors from the National Institute of School

Leadership and is a member of Krewe du Sauvage.

Owen saw the benefits of Dancing Classrooms when he was a PE teacher at E. K. Key Elementary School and the program

was implemented in his PE class. The program offers an opportunity for students to learn respect, cultural

diversity, and confidence. He feels that this program is a true blessing to our community! In his spare time, Owen loves spending time with his wife Erin, son Cullen, and daughter Ellie.

Hillary Green

Hillary graduated from LSU with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and from Chestnut Hill College in Philadelphia with a master’s degree in elementary education. She began dancing at the age of 8 at Jean Leigh Academy of Dance in Denham Springs, Louisiana and later concentrated on ballet at the prestigious Dancer’s Workshop in Baton Rouge, where she performed in The Baton Rouge Ballet Theater’s production of The Nutcracker for several years. Hillary was also captain of her high school dance team.

She and her husband Tyson have three sons together and have been active supporters of Mad Hot Ballroom and Dancing Classrooms for many years. Last year, Hillary joined the MHB family as one of the professional dancers. She and her celebrity partner, Kevin Blalock, won the 2016 Mirror Ball Trophy.


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Brad Brinkley Brad grew up in a small Texas town about 30 miles

southeast of Houston known as Baytown. His father played fiddle with several professional groups, including Johnny Lee and Mark Chesnutt. Brad was continuously surrounded by music when young and soon began singing

at churches, fairs and festivals. While in high school, he and his sister formed a band and

played at venues in Southeast Texas and Southwest Louisiana, such as Cowboy’s and the Longhorn Club. As their reputation

grew, the duet was soon in demand, opening for country music stars like Garth Brooks, Tim McGraw,

Sammy Kershaw, Willie Nelson and many others.

Currently, Brad lives in Westlake, Louisiana and is the principal at Maplewood Elementary School in Sulphur, where he previously served as assistant principal. Brad has two sons, Kaleb and Joe.

Angela Peck

Angela is the office administrator for Dr. Hennigan and Dr. Bray at Lake Area Dentistry. She is the proud mother of two sons and loves spending time with her three grandchildren.

After her youngest son left home, Angela pursued her childhood dream of being a dancer and quickly found distinguished success. She holds five World Championship titles with UCWDC. Dancing also brought her the love of her life, Robert Miller. After 13 years together, the two began dancing as a couple in April 2016. They have achieved two national titles in Advanced Couples and placed 2nd at Worlds this past January. This is Angela’s 7th year of dancing for Mad Hot Ballroom. She won the Best Costume Award in the 2011 competition with her partner, Larry Avery; captured 3rd Place in the 2012 competition with Roger Porter, and won the Originality Award in 2013 with Dean David.

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Groovin’

Dr. John NobleOrthopaedic Surgeon

Dr. John Noble

Cardiovascular Specialists

(337) 721-7236 • www.centerforortho.comLAKE CHARLES • SULPHUR

Official Sports Medicine Providers:14 AREA HIGH SCHOOLS

We’ll Keep You


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Adam JohnsonAdam grew up in Moss Bluff, cruising Ryan Street and blaring Kris Kross. After graduating from Sam Houston High School, he obtained an undergraduate degree from LSU, followed by a Juris Doctor from Southern. While at LSU, he traded his fraternity dues for a motorcycle and a Members Only jacket, but this was short-lived. Nonetheless, it’s evidence of an adventurous spirit, coupled with occasional poor decision-making.

Adam ultimately found the love of his life, Ashley, behind the bar at Walk-Ons. They have two very cute sons, Jack and James.

He practices law with his dad Terry and brother Jonathan.

You’ll often see crowds gather outside the courthouse when news spreads he has successfully channeled his inner Matlock and exonerated a client - this is when he shines bright like a diamond, has moves like Jagger, and performs a highly technical “happy dance.”

Emily Porché Emily was born and raised in Lake Charles. She graduated from Barbe High School and McNeese State University, where she obtained a bachelor’s degree in marketing. Currently, Emily is the Event Manager at the Burton Coliseum Complex, where she schedules, coordinates and manages events and acts as the main contact for anyone interested in renting any of the facilities. Emily serves on the board of Arts and Humanities Council as the 2nd Vice President.

Emily has been dancing since she was 7 years old and was a dance instructor at Tammy Palmer’s Center Stage for several years. She is married to Cody Porché, owner of Porché Aerial Imagery.

In 2015 Emily and her celebrity partner, Dr. Kalieb Pourciau, won the Best Costume Award. In 2016, Emily and her celebrity partner, Matt Young, won 2nd Place and the Originality Award.


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Want to Dance Next Year?

- You should be well known in the community.- You cannot be a dance instructor or competitive dancer.- You must be in good general health.- You must be able to practice on a weekly basis.- You should be willing to encourage people to attend the event.

No dancing experience necessary, you will be paired with a “Pro”

If you would like to participate in next year’s event or have a suggestion of someone who may, please contact Leah Bossano at [email protected] or visit our website at www.CelebrityDancingSWLA.com.

SWLA Youth Chapter 5057

April 28-29, 2018W.T. Burton Coliseum, Lake Charles, LAOver 150 Pre-Teen to Youth Competitors

Building Champions in Dance and in Life


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MHB 2017 Dancers!Good Luck


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Step TowardDr. Tyson Green and Dr. Kalieb Pourciau, foot and ankle specialists with Center for Orthopaedics, specialize in the prevention, treatment and management of acute and complex wounds. They use the most advanced technology available to treat hard-to-heal wounds. Our goal is complete healing, to get you back on your feet, and back to your life.

(337) 721-7236 | www.centerforortho.com

Dr. John NobleOrthopaedic Surgeon

Dr. John Noble

Cardiovascular Specialists

Healing.

Kalieb Pourciau, DPM Tyson Green, DPM


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Our VolunteersLeah BossanoJuan BossanoMelinda LemkeAndy JacobsonSadie ShearmanDr. Tyson GreenDorothy McDanielSavannah BurnettTim BourgeoisMary Beth HuberCissy GuidryKathryn FiloErin EstepFaren WhiteGambrelle DiGigliaAnne Marie HebertSherry Forest

Event Co-chairperson, General Organization and Event PlanningEvent Co-chairperson, Website Design, Program Design, AVOrganization, Production, Stage Director, Judge CoordinatorSound and Lighting Coordinator and DirectorBackstage CoordinatorProduction Assistant, Opening Number DirectorHost CoordinatorSocial Media/Usher CoordinatorVideo ProductionFront Room HostBackstage AssistantBackstage AssistantHost/TicketsPhotography Front Room HostPublic RelationsContent Editor

Lake Charles South Lake Charles

Sulphur Moss Bluff

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Dancesport Challenge

Mattilyn Maples and Braden Magness, 2017 National Bronze & Silver Smooth and Rhythm Champions.

All members of the DanceSport Academy have won National Championships or they are on the “Nationals Track”. Success at the national level opens up opportunities for teaching assignments and college scholarships.

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Lake Charles 2017DanceSport Challenge is a competition for all students participating in our DanceSport or Dancing Classrooms programs. They compete for medals and ribbons and win “DanceSport Bucks” to support their school’s program. It is a celebration of every dancer’s success!

Barbe Student: “In the beginning, I didn’t think I would like it because I was afraid I wouldn’t get any of the steps right. However, it is an adventure. I’ve met new people that respect me. The coach is very diligent but he is very caring and makes sure you have it. He encourages all of us to be great! The team is incredible. We enjoy each other’s company and we encourage each other when we are down. At the beginning, I was afraid no one would like me or I would not make friends. The opposite happened. I made life-long friends.”

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