DESTIN, Fla. – Dancers from Monticello Dance Academy and Shine Dance Studio wowed audiences and judges alike as they competed in the prestigious Celebration’s Destin National Finals, held at the Emerald Coast Convention Center from July 6th to July 10th, 2023. The talented performers showcased their exceptional skills, and their hard work and dedication were rewarded with numerous accolades and awards.
Representing Bradley County
The participating dancers from Monticello Dance Academy and Shine Dance Studio represented both Bradley County residents and students attending Warren School District. Their passion for dance and commitment to their craft shone brightly as they took the stage to compete in various group and solo routines.
Mesmerizing Performances and Song Titles
The dancers delivered mesmerizing performances, each dance accompanied by carefully chosen songs that added depth and emotion to their routines. Here are the names of the dancers and the song titles they competed with:
- Callie Grace Mendez: “Good Job”
- Britelynn Adams: “Do My Thing”
- Jasmyne Adams: “Do My Thing” / “Knock Out”
- Tynlee Briant: “Do My Thing” / “Knock Out”
- Payson Spears: “Do My Thing” / “Knock Out” / “Fabulous” (Solo)
- Emma Spears: “Gasolina” / “Tidal” / “Yes I Can” / “Head Above Water” (Solo)
- Olivia Harrod: “Hometown Glory” / “Gang Up” / “Station” (Duet)
- Chloe Sanders: “Gang Up” / “Hometown Glory” / “Gone” / “It’s Time” / “Everybody Wants to Rule the World” / “In This Shirt” / “Another Love” (Solo and Duet)
- Natalie Cooper: “Gang Up” / “Hometown Glory” / “Gone”
- Peyton Sinclair: “Gang Up” / “Hometown Glory” / “Gone” / “It’s Time” / “Can’t Hold Us” (Duet)
- Bryleigh Bickers: “Gone” / “Can’t Hold Us” / “Someone To You” / “My Love” (Solo)
Awards and Recognition
The extraordinary performances of these dancers did not go unnoticed, as they received several awards for their outstanding achievements. Here are the song titles and the corresponding awards they received:
- “Good Job” – High Gold (Group)
- “Do My Thing” – High Gold (Group)
- “Knock Out” – Platinum, 2nd overall in petite small group novice level (Group)
- “Fabulous” – High Gold, Showstopper Award (Payson Spears Solo)
- “Gasolina” – High Gold, Costume Award (Group)
- “Tidal” – High Gold (Group)
- “Yes I Can” – High Gold, Choreography Award, 6th overall in junior duet/trio intermediate level (Emma Spears Duet)
- “Head Above Water” – Platinum (Emma Spears Solo)
- “Hometown Glory” – High Gold, 2nd overall in teen small group intermediate level (Group)
- “Gang Up” – Platinum, Showstopper Award, 1st overall in large teen group intermediate level (Group)
- “Station” – Platinum, 3rd overall teen group intermediate level duet/trio (Olivia Harrod Duet)
- “Gone” – High Gold, Showstopper Award (Group)
- “It’s Time” – High Gold (Chloe Sanders/Peyton Sinclair Duet)
- “Everybody Wants to Rule the World” – High Gold (Chloe Sanders Solo)
- “In This Shirt” – Platinum, Judge’s Award (Chloe Sanders Duet)
- “Another Love” – High Gold (Chloe Sanders Solo)
- “Can’t Hold Us” – Platinum, 1st overall in senior duet/trio intermediate level, top scoring overall in teen and senior duet/trio (Peyton Sinclair and Bryleigh Bickers Duet)
- “My Love” – Platinum (Bryleigh Bickers Solo)
- “Someone to You” – Platinum, Category Winner, 1st overall in senior 13 & over intermediate solo (Bryleigh Bickers Solo)
- “Money Moves” – High Gold (Sydney Clark Duet)
- “Good Feeling” – High Gold, 1st overall in teen novice tap solo (Sydney Clark Solo)
- “Fast & Furious” – High Gold, Costume Award, 1st overall teen novice hip-hop small group (Group)
- “Hit ’em up Style” – High Gold (Group)
Celebrating Success and Inspiring the Dance Community
The dancers from Monticello Dance Academy and Shine Dance Studio left an indelible mark at Celebration’s Destin National Finals. Their passion, skill, and artistry captivated the audience and left the judges impressed. Their success serves as an inspiration to the local dance community, demonstrating what can be achieved through hard work and dedication to the art of dance. Congratulations to all the talented performers on their exceptional performances and well-deserved recognition!