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Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024  |  Tickets: $135

Reinventing the popular show, "Dancing with the Stars," this spectacular fundraising event showcases local celebrities
paired with professional dancers, all vying for the GRAND PRIZE by raising the most money!

5:006:30 pm
Gala reception w/cocktail buffet
7:009:00 pm
Dancing for the Arts Showcase
9:30 pmMidnight
Dancing Under the Stars afterparty

Location
Davis Theatre, 65 Union Street S, Concord, NC

The dance pairs learn their dance steps, hone their skills away from the limelight, then come together to perform in a dance competition on the Davis Theatre stage. This gala evening is filled with a cocktail buffet, Dancing for the Arts performances, and an after-party where the audience and performers dance until midnight.

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DFTA Awards

Grand Prize: Star who raises the most money
Judge's Award:
  Best performance
People's Choice:  Audience chooses their favorite dance team
Butts in Seats: Star who brings in the most event tickets. This selection is made during the ticket order process and only one star can be selected per order.
The Moonshot Award:  A Star who beats the previous fundraising record.


Support Your Favorite Star with a Donation!

The Stars of Dancing for the Arts 2024 have been paired with their talented Dance Pros and are diligently rehearsing their routines for an unforgettable show on November 2nd. Support your favorite star by making a donation in their name to help them win the grand prize for raising the most funds this year. Every contribution not only boosts their chances but also supports the arts in our community.

>> Support Your Favorite Star with a Donation <<

Ande Lowe

Ande Lowe

Blake Ravin

Blake Ravin

Grant Maginnis

Grant Maginnis

Julia Lawing

Julia Lawing

Kelsey Babos

Kelsey Babos

Sarah Dabbs

Sarah Dabbs

Susanna Black

Susanna Black

Tim Furr

Tim Furr

Trevor White

Trevor White

Tri Tang

Tri Tang


2024 Dance Pair Lineup
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Grant Maginnis    
Mariah Brewer
Tri Tang Michelle Trombley
Trevor White Skyla Caldwell
Sarah Dabbs Alex White
Ande Lowe Lucinda Stewart
Susanna Black Zaria Franklin
Julia Lawing Chris Harris
Blake Ravin Corey Brown
Tim Furr Jenny Grice
Kelsey Babos Zaria Hamilton

Thank You to Our Pros!!

Mariah Brewer • Corey Brown • Skyla Caldwell • Zaria Franklin • Jenny Grice
Zaria Hamilton • Chris Harris • Lucinda Stewart • Michelle Trombley • Alex White

 


Thank You to Our 2024 Sponsors

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Thank You to Our 2024 DFTA Committee Members

Emily Davis • Brian Floyd • Robbie Furr • Clarissa Henry
Macie Melton • Justin Moore • Garrett Price • Colin Westgarth-Taylor


DFTA Dance Studio Partners

 

Dance Expressions

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Hip Hop Crew

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DFTA Awards 2023

Over $68,000 Raised!

Grand Prize: STAR who raises the most money PAULA YOST
Judge's Award: Best performance MACIE MELTON
People's Choice: Audience chooses their favorite dance team SARA DUMOND
Butts In Seats: STAR who brings in the most event tickets GEORGE WOOD
Moonshot Award: Awarded to an individual who beats the DFTA record for most $ raised!
CONGRATULATIONS PAULA YOST

Relive the Excitement!

Explore the images captured by our photographer, Lester Barnes, and the Party Prints photo collection by clicking below.

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Dancing for the Arts History

In 2015, Scott Padgett brought down the house with his hip hop performance. In 2016, Ann Schrader and Bill Dusch battled onstage for the top prize until the very last minute!! Ann became DFTA's Grand Champion. In 2017, Joan Davis glided across the stage, collecting the top title in front of an adoring audience. In 2018, Dr. Mark Redding cinched the Grand Championship for his Weird-Science-themed dance routine on the Dancing for the Arts stage. In 2019 the Moonshot Award was created after Grand Champion Emily Davis broke the record by raising $17,078.33, more than any other dancer in Dancing for the Arts' five-year history. After a two-year hiatus caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, DFTA returned in 2022 with a new record-holder: Dr. Michael Johnson raised $19,107.34.

  • After a two-year hiatus caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, DFTA returned in 2022 with a new recordholder: Dr. Michael Johnson raised $19,107.34, becoming the current recipient of the Moonshot Award.

    After a two-year hiatus caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, DFTA returned in 2022 with a new recordholder: Dr. Michael Johnson raised $19,107.34, becoming the current recipient of the Moonshot Award.

  • 2019 Grand Champion Emily Davis broke the record by raising $17,078.33, more than any other dancer in Dancing for the Arts' five year history!

    2019 Grand Champion Emily Davis broke the record by raising $17,078.33, more than any other dancer in Dancing for the Arts' five year history!

  • Mark Redding and professional dancer Glenna Wilson came out of nowhere to win Dancing for the Art's 2018 Grand Championship. Congratulations to both of you!

    Mark Redding and professional dancer Glenna Wilson came out of nowhere to win Dancing for the Art's 2018 Grand Championship. Congratulations to both of you!

  • 2017 Grand Champion Joan Davis, Judges' Choice Mollie Norris and People's Choice Jennifer Delaney.

    2017 Grand Champion Joan Davis, Judges' Choice Mollie Norris and People's Choice Jennifer Delaney.

  • 2016 Ann Schrader and Bill Dusch battled onstage until the very last minute with Ann Reigning.

    2016 Ann Schrader and Bill Dusch battled onstage until the very last minute with Ann Reigning.

  • 2015 Mayor Scott Padgett brought down the house with his hip hop performance.

    2015 Mayor Scott Padgett brought down the house with his hip hop performance.


Past Moments



The Cabarrus Arts Council thanks

Mariam & Robert Hayes Charitable Trust
Atrium Health
Embassy Suites
Corning Incorporated
Fifth Third
Hilton Garden Inn
Independent Tribune
Eli Lilly and Company
Explore Cabarrus
Hilliard
Market Street Studios
Billy Harrison Revocable Trust for Charity
Cabarrus Brewing Company
F&M Bank
Impact Technologies
Publix Super Markets Charities
Shoe Show
Uwharrie Bank
Younce & Co., P.A
City Of Concord
Kannapolis City
Harrisburg
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Cabarrus County

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