updated to fix email address to [email protected]
| A flashmob dance surprised the audience at the Taste of Talent Vocal Competition Wednesday night. Halfway through the list of 10 performers, just as emcee Tammi Dahl got ready to make some announcements, the Franklin YMCA Magic All-Star Cheerleaders broke into a dance in the middle of the crowd and entertained the roughly 700 people in attendance. It seemed to be a hit. |  |
This was the cheer group's first attempt at a flashmob, said Holly McKenzie, the group's coach. After their competition season was over, they decided to think about doing pop-up-style appearances. "We thought it would be a great way to get ourselves out and about during the summer," McKenzie said.
She said soon after they talked to Taste of Talent organizer Ronnie Beith who thought it was a wonderful idea. "The athletes and parents actually had a blast," McKenzie said about their inaugural run. "We actually had several parents join us tonight and we're glad they did, it shows that any age can do it."
McKenzie said if anyone is having an event or just wants the group to perform a flashmob happening, she would be happy to hear from them. The group is preparing at least four songs and routines they can rotate through this summer. Several of the teen athletes helped with the choreography.
Anyone wanting to schedule something can email McKenzie at [email protected]
The group is likely to make another appearance at a future Taste of Talent event, but since they are supposed to be a surprise, we're going to keep the secret about when that will be.
Below is a great education opportunity for teens.
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