Guess that dance
Our teacher hoped we’d learn this beautiful lyrical dance, set to a song by the artist known to green and black. Even though we didn’t learn the dance, the song itself is titled after a resilient bloom that grows freely in nature.
Wildflower ~ Billie Eilish
This energetic, talkative girl, who has a sister, is known for her vibrant personality and her aspirations to join the Deltas once she goes to college. Her name coincidentally matches a character from the animated show Teen Titans Go.
Robyn
With matching names, and matching sports, it’s easy to get confused. Both of these juniors are leaving dance to follow their dreams, but they will always be remembered and loved.
Caitlyn and Kaitlyn
(Bonus) True or False: Mama Baird took a redshirt year to dance for 5 years for the Kilgore College’s Rangerettes
False
“Auditorium today. I need you to please get to class on time, get dressed out and get on the stage to warm up and review.”
Mama Baird
One of our class's very first jazz dances this year was set to a track by Queen Bey, famously from her groundbreaking self-titled visual album. Its title refers to a dividing line or section.
Partition ~ Beyoncé
This theatre-loving individual is a proud car owner. Her first name is quite similar to that of a pop singer famous for hits like "All About That Bass" and "Made You Look," whose last name is Trainer.
Meagan
These two dance teachers of yours share an impressive resume. Both attended Kilgore College, proudly serving as Rangerettes, and both cheered for the NFL's Houston Texans. However, only one of them also went on to become a Dallas Cowboys cheerleader.
Mama Bairddd and Tommy (Ms. Baird and Mrs. Thompson)
True/False: The most important part of the body for a dancer is the Achilles tendon
False
“Be there or be square”
Katy
This year, your class fell in love with an early jazz choreography number, a powerful mix from a 2010 musical film. It features a pop superstar known for her incredible vocal range, perfectly embodying the film's title, which also names a classic style of theatrical entertainment.
Burlesque Mix - Christiana Aguilera
This naturally pretty individual, a former member of your school's National champion Tiger Belles, is making a significant change, transitioning from dance to the world of color guard next year. She's expressed that she will deeply miss her dance family as she moves on.
Daniela
These two self-proclaimed "theatre kids" are practically a walking soundtrack, constantly breaking into song and often reenacting scenes from a certain high school musical adaptation. One famously commanded the stage as the queen bee, Regina George, while the other was a loyal member of her infamous clique.
Anaya and Baileyyy
The "Nutcracker" is the most famous contemporary ballet
False: The Nutcracker is a classical ballet
Shook their head so hard a special object slide off.. not once but TWICE
Robyn
Despite Ms. Baird's lightning-fast 15-minute lesson, your class tried to master a hip-hop piece for the National-winning Tiger Belles. This mashup featured the powerful, anthemic beats of a rising Memphis rap star whose signature flow demands attention.
Tiger Belle Showoff - GloRilla Mix
This highly flexible individual rarely graces the school halls, often a phantom presence in classrooms, yet her physical prowess is undeniable. She can effortlessly execute impressive feats such as back bends, back walkovers, and even back handsprings, showcasing advanced tumbling skills.
Angeline (aka Angie)
This dynamic pair is renowned for their playful arguments. The senior of the two is always ready to "clock tea" and deliver the final word before she graduates and leaves the other behind ☹️
Camille and Angelic
Ballet originated in Italy
True
Who said; “If they stole my phone, nobody’s leaving until I get it back”
Desire
A 2023 Grammy-winning artist's hit, this song samples a late '90s R&B classic about romantic rivalry, but flips its energy into an anthem of unshakeable self-belief. It's the kind of track that might inspire a dance class to embody its confident swagger, just as your friend Camille did.
On My Mama ~ Victoria Mońet
Possessing both striking beauty and unparalleled technical precision in her craft, this individual harbors strong aspirations to attend a prominent HBCU, Southern University, where she hopes to join the BEST sorority. What makes her truly elusive, however, is her recent, unannounced departure from school, leaving many unaware of her new academic home.
Jaleah Renee Espree 💗
This understated pair is known for their calm demeanor, often observing the usual studio tea from a distance. However, don't mistake their quiet presence for a lack of rhythm; the moment a favorite beat drops, perhaps even a certain King of Pop's track about a "dirty" woman, these two are guaranteed to spontaneously break into their own moves.
Jocelyn and Ma’Kya
A dancer performing an allegro sequence in ballet would be executing slow, sustained movements.
Falseee (adagio)
Mama Baird