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The Kansas City Ballet – KC Dance Day

August 29th was the date for The Kansas City Ballet’s fifth annual KC Dance Day at the Todd Bolender Center for Dance & Creativity. More than 1,900 participants enjoyed the special event that featured free dance and fitness classes for children and adults, as well as performances by local dance groups and world dance groups representing different dance cultures.

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Young dancers had a wonderful time at KC Dance Day.
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KCB II dancers captivated the guests.
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Dancers representing Germany performed for a packed house.
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Amara Afuvai-Jimenez led a Zumba class.

Additional photos also featured in the October 3, 2015 issue of The Independent
Photo Credit: Brett Pruitt and East Market Studios

 

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