Sisters - in the musical at least!
Mother and daughter - but only in the musical! =)
Part of the fun of ballet class and musical rehearsals was being able to spend time with friends.
All of the white and gold was so beautiful!
All of my angels were very lovely!
Friends made in ballet class were fun!
There was also a lot of waiting to do for your own part, but the parents helped to keep everyone quiet and alert.
A shepherd and a king
Sisters and dancers together
All of the parents were a big help!
Pausing for a picture
All of the colors of scarves and skirts looked so pretty together!
The heavenly realms were amazing, thanks to the creativity of Mrs. Brenda!
Ballet II, currently the highest level in The King's Praise Ballet, currently made up of 10 girls ages 11-17.
Ballet I - the second highest level in The King's Praise Ballet, Currently made up of 9 girls ages 7-12.
Beginning Ballet; these four girls, ages 6-10 started dance just 4 months ago!
Wee Ballet, made up of 3 sweet girls ages 4-7.
Basic Ballet; 8 girls ages 4-7
Balthazar - the purpose-driven wise man.
Gasper - the record-keeping wise man.
Melchior - the lazy wise man.
Candace, servant of the wise men.
Aaron - the headstrong shepherd.
Clem - the somewhat dreamy shepherd.
Eli - the littlest shepherd boy
Jacob - the oldest shepherd, keeping everyone in line
The shepherd group
Mary - the one chosen to bear the Messiah
Joseph - Mary's betrothed
Chloe - Mary's friend
Damaris - Mary's middle sister
Dorcas - Mary's youngest sister
Lois - Mary's mother
Elizabeth - Mary's cousin, chosen to bear John in her old age
Gabriel - God's messenger
Angela - the littlest angel
Angelica - the bouncy, excitable angel
Angelina - the oldest of the 3 angels
All my A Angels - doing a great job!
Rachel - the tender and compassionate innkeeper's daughter
Judith - the haughty keeper of The Traveler's Rest Inn
The Angel-Star, lighting the way to announce the Savior's birth
Writer, Director, Teacher, Choreographer and Dancer!
The lights and sound were run quite well by my father, sister, and another dad.
The townswomen don't know that angels are discussing them up above!
Oh Come Oh Come Emmanuel
A swirl of color!
Splitting into partners - it's fun to work opposite!
It was so lovely!
"Do not be afraid Mary! You have found favor with God!"
"He will be great, and will be called the Son of the Most High."
Dancing and singing "Breath of Heaven". "I am waiting... in a silent prayer."
"I am frightened by the load I bear."
"Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary home as your wife."
Mary was shunned by those she knew and loved, because of the child she bore. They couldn't understand that God had worked a miracle in this virgin.
Dancing to "Away in a Manger"
"The little Lord Jesus lay down his sweet head"
The little ones always stole the show - they were so cute!
Learning to do things together can be challenging, but they follow along pretty well.
My sweet group of three danced to "Silent Night"
Twirling is always a little girl's favorite thing to do.
Praise God for the gift of dance!
Wise Men traveling to find the foretold King.
Dancing to "We Three Kings"
The Star has gotten brighter!
The Star played "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star" on her violin as she shone brightly.
"Hey everyone! Look at that star!"
Dancing to "Oh Holy Night"
They all did such a beautiful job!
"Oh Night Divine..."
Dancing to "Welcome to Our World"
"The long-awaited Holy Stranger - Make Yourself at home."
Swirling skirts are so much fun!
Beautiful poses
The Finale - "Virgin's Lullaby"
"We are the kings, who traveled so far from the East"
"Oh Child of mine, you bring the world hope - Glory Divine"
There were last minute practicing of moves
Everyone had to be arranged for their special group pictures
The bow-technician had to make each bow look lovely
A lot of directions had to be given, so everyone knew what was going on.
God gave us the grace and strength to pull everything together. To Him be the glory!
