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Triple 7 Dance Company Presents











The WIZ Book by William F. Brown



Gas South Center 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth, Ga January 14th & 15th 2PM & 6PM Featuring all dancers of Triple 7 Dance Studio www.triple7dancecompany.com @triple7dancestudio_ 770-985-8885

A NOTE FROM STUDIO OWNER/DIRECTOR

Thank you so much for supporting Triple 7 Dance! We are currently in our 20th season as a dance studio. Through the years, I’ve always wanted to show the importance of the ARTS, especially DANCE. As a former dancer/performer to now studio owner, I've learned that if we do not expose our youth to their possibilities they will never know of their true potential. I am so proud of this production, and I know that it all was done with passion and love. A special "thank you" to my staff for supporting the vision of TRIPLE 7 DANCE. We hope that our audience walks away with the "warm and fuzzies". Our goal is to entertain, educate and elevate. Thank you for your support!

CAST

AUNT EM………………………………………………………...……..……………………Taylor Rose DOROTHY……………………………………………………................………..…………Talia Evans UNCLE HENRY………………………………….……...……………..………………..…. Bert Dumas MUNCHKINS............…………………………..………………...................................Harley Abrams Madison Johnson Kimberly Jones Eryn Johnson ADDAPERLE…………………………...……………….………………….…..............Brittney Hogan SCARECROW…………………………………………………………….…………….......Destiny Cox CROWS .................................................................................................................Jayde Johnson D'Nylah Savage TINMAN…………………………………………………………………....……….............Blaike Lewis LION…………………………………………………………………………......…....Camille Crenshaw GATEKEEPER……………………………………………………………….………......Reece Roberts EMERALD CITY CITIZENS………………...……………………………….………... Jayde Johnson Harley Abrams D'Nylah Savage Reece Roberts THE WIZ…………………………………………………………….....……….………….…Bert Dumas EVILLENE…..…………………………………………………………….………………….Taylor Rose LORD HIGH UNDERLING ……………………..………………………......……….. Kimberly Jones GLINDA………………………………………………………………………….………............…Ayanis

ACT I



SCENE 1…………………….…..Munchkin Land

“Tornado” Thursday Ballet 6:30 pm Ms. Debbie Saturday Ballet 10:00 am - Mrs. Laura Friday Ballet 4:30 pm - Mrs. Toni



“Meet the Wizard” Ballet/Tap Combo Wednesday Ms. Tamara Ballet/Tap Combo Wednesday Ms. Tameka Ballet/tap Combo Saturday Ms. Tamara



SCENE 2…………………….…..Oz Countryside

“You can’t win” Friday Jazz 5:30 pm Ms. Kasey Saturday Jazz 11:00 am Ms. Tamara Saturday Jazz 11:00 am Ms. Jaleah



SCENE 3………………………………….Fairgrounds

“Slide Some Oil” Monday Tap 7:00 pm Ms. Tameka Monday Tap 7:00 pm Ms. Kasey Monday Tap 7:00 pm Ms. Takyra









The Woods “Mean Ole Lion” Wednesday Creative Movement 5:30 pm Ms. Kasey Saturday Creative Movement 10:15 am Ms. Tamara

Yellowbrick Road Thursday Hip Hop 5:30 pm Mr. Blake Thursday Hip Hop 5:30 pm Mr. Kashane Thursday Hip Hop 6:30 pm Mr. Blake



SCENE 5……………………….…..Emerald City

“Emerald City Jam” Wednesday Hip Hop Kids Ms. Kasey Wednesday Hip Hop Tots Ms. Talia Wednesday Hip hop Kids Ms. Chloe Wednesday Hip Hop Teens Ms. Taylor Saturday Hip Hop Tots Ms. Talia Saturday Hip Hop Kids Ms. Kasey Saturday Hip Hop Kids Ms. Zoie Saturday Hip Hop Kids Ms. Jaleah







SCENE 6…………………………..Throne Room

“Meet the Wizard” Friday Modern 5:30 Mr. Calan Tuesday Modern 6:30 Mr. Calan

“If I could Feel” Tuesday Modern 5:30 Ms. Lindsay Tuesday Modern 6:30 Ms. Lindsay Tuesday Modern 7:30 Ms. Lindsay



“We Got it” Tuesday Modern 5:30 Ms. Lindsay Tuesday Modern 6:30 Ms. Lindsay Tuesday Modern 7:30 Ms. Lindsay



ACT II SCENE 1…………………..…West Witch Castle

“Flying Monkeys” Monday Tap 6:30 pm - Ms. Deresha Friday Tap 6:00 pm - Ms. Tameka

“No Bad News” Tuesday Tap 5:30 pm - Ms. Deresha Tuesday Tap 6:30 pm - Ms. Tameka Tuesday Tap 7:30 pm - Ms. Tameka





SCENE 2…………………………..……Courtyard

“Brand New Day” Wednesday Ballet/Tap Combo Ms. Tamara Wednesday Ballet/Tap Combo Ms. Tameka Saturday Ballet/Tap Combo Ms. Tamara Friday Jazz 5:00 Ms. Nia Friday Jazz 6:00 Ms. Nia Wednesday Jazz 5:30 Ms. Taylor Rose Saturday Jazz 2:00 Ms. Taylor Rose

“Poppies” Friday Ballet 6:30 Mrs. Laura Friday Ballet 7:00 Mrs. Debbie Friday Ballet 7:00 Mrs. Toni Friday Ballet 7:00 Mr. Jonathan

SCENE 3…………………..….……Throne Room

“Be a lion” Saturday Modern Mr. Calan Saturday Ballet Intro Mrs. Laura

“Believe in yourself” Monday Ballet 5:30 pm Ms. Kasey Monday Ballet 5:30 pm Ms. Debbie Monday Ballet 5:30 pm Ms. Tamara Monday Ballet Ms. Toni

SCENE 4………………..….….Quadling Country

MEET THE CAST

Ayanis (Glenda) always knew she was destined to sing. Raised in Texas-Atlanta, 23year-old singer and dancer Samantha Ayanis Miller (pronounced Ayeyaun-is) is a dreamer. She sang in church choir and did youth beauty pageants but decided at a young age that she was going to be a professional entertainer. “Gospel music and the choir was my first real introduction to music,” she says. “When I turned nine, I told my family that I wanted to be a singer.” Despite their skepticism, she performed at school talent shows, had a brief stint in a girl group at 14 and put out YouTube covers, including Bruno Mars’ “Billionare” and Justin Bieber’s “Mistletoe.” She laughs, looking back at those early videos. “Growth is real.”

Bert Dumas (The Wiz) is making his debut appearance on this stage as an actor. He is a lifelong singer, loving husband, and father of four. Bert has appeared on television in culinary competitions & local news segments sharing his knowledge of the culinary arts. While he has been a showman in the kitchen, Bert has also had a deep passion for music & musical theatre. Landing the role of the Wizard was a pleasant surprise and has given Bert the opportunity to knock one more thing off his bucket list. As he steps onto the stage, Bert takes a deep breath and embraces the nerves and excitement that come with performing. Bert hopes that this may just be the beginning of a new chapter in his life, and he can't wait to see where it will take him. Bert is excited to share his talent with the audience and show them that it's never too late to chase your dreams. He also hopes that his children will see his determination and be inspired to follow their own passions.

Blaike Lewis (TinMan) thanks his parents for always believing in him to pursue his dream. He wants to thank Tamara, Jamia, and Nzinga for believing in him and helping him take on the role of Tin Man. Blaike has been in productions over the last few years such as; Newsies, Descendants and High School Musical 2. Blaike has also just recently signed with a talent agency local to Atlanta and is so excited to see what the future holds.

Brittney Hogan (Addaperle) is thrilled to be apart of this year's production of The Wiz! Native to Decatur, GA, Brittney began her dance and theatrical training at the age of 4. Throughout the years, she has continued training in ballet, jazz, modern, hip hop and contemporary dance styles. Currently, Brittney is a dance and tumbling instructor at TDF Studio and Gym in McDonough, GA. She credits her niece's, Triple 7 dancers Saniya Berry and Sarai Walker, for giving her the push to audition for a place in this year's production is excited to share the stage with her girls.

Destiny Cox (Scarecrow) is 15 years old and is living proof that raw talent, ambition, dedication, creativity and determination can still prevail in the music/entertainment industry. With her contagious smile, stunning acting/singing capabilities, and remarkable dance skills, it is hard to believe she is only 15. Destiny has made her mark in the entertainment industry by performing on over 100 stages, starring in movies, playing 3 instruments, and recording more than 20 songs with her girl group. She has also graduated from the most sought after school in the country the Ron Clark Academy. You have seen her on numerous music videos with artists such as T.I., BOB, Lil Wayne, and 2 Chainz, just to name a few, her TV appearances include Joyful Noise, Vampire Diaries, Bubble Guppies, and plays numerous roles in several movies. With musical Theater being her passion you can expect to see and hear more from the Destiny The great. @destinythegreat_ l

Eryn Johnson (Munchkin): Eryn is very excited to make her acting debut in Triple 7 Dance Studio’s The Wiz. She loves being a 3rd grader. When she’s not in school, Eryn enjoys dancing with the Junior Company at Triple 7 Dance.

Harley Abrams (Munchkin) is 9 years old and a native of Lithonia, Georgia. She began formal dance training at the age of two at Triple 7 Dance Studio and has developed a love for the arts. In addition to dancing, Harley enjoys public speaking, acting, singing, baking and painting. She's also a Safety Patrol and treasurer of her school’s National Jr. Beta Club.! Harley's favorite colors are teal, purple and pink. When she’s not performing, Harley enjoys spending time with family, face-timing with friends and attending church.

Jayde Johnson (Crow) is thirteen (13) year old with 8th grader who attends Dacula Middle School. She began Drama Club and chorus in third grade. Jayde has played piano since she was six years old and debuted her talent at the Fox Theatre in the summer of 2021. She aspires to be a become a Biomedical Engineer while still tapping into her creativity with dance and song. Jayde loves to travel and make desserts. She wants to open a bakery in France one day!!

Kimberly Jones (MUNCHKIN and LORD HIGH UNDERLING) is a 9-yearold actress, dancer, and singer from Stone Mountain, GA. In January 2020, she starred as Young Nala in the Triple 7 production of “The Lion King, Jr.” Kimberly was also a Munchkin in last year’s production of “The Wiz, “and most recently starred as a Party Scene Child in “The Nutcracker in a Nutshell” with DeKalb School of the Arts in December 2022. As a current 4 th grade student, Kimberly attends a performing arts magnet school where she studies drama and dance and is a member of the Girls Empowering Movement (GEM). Kimberly is also a member of The Atlanta Children’s Choir, performing for many organizations across Metro Atlanta. She is a Junior Company member at Triple 7 Dance Studio, taking classes in ballet, tap, jazz, modern, hiphop, and tumbling. In her spare time, Kimberly enjoys making bracelets, creating her own songs and dances, drawing, painting, and doing science experiments—especially creating slime!

Madison Rose Johnson (Munchkin) is 8 1/2 years old and is in 3rd grade. She lives in Snellville, GA with her parents, and she loves to sing, act, play dress-up, and dance. Her favorite colors are pink and purple. When asked what she wants to be when she grows up, she boldly states that “she wants to become a doctor to help sick people” Aside from being a stellar student, Madison is compassionate, generous and always a joy to be around with. Madison has a vibrant personality and a loving & caring spirit! She’s a true SUPERSTAR!!!

Talia Evans (Dorothy) is sixteen, was born in Atlanta, GA and currently attends Grayson High School. As an inspiring actor, Talia Evans is excited to be performing in this production as “Dorothy”. She has been trained in dance and has over 12 years of experience in ballet, jazz, tap, and modern. Having the ability to act, sing, and dance, she is considered a triple threat. Through her various performance, Talia has been recognized and awarded opportunities to pursue her dreams in becoming an entertainer. Talia currently teaches dance classes to children ages 3 to 5. She enjoys giving back to the community and actively participates in local outreach programs. Talia is grateful to Triple 7 Dance for given her this opportunity. She also thanks family and friends for their support throughout this continued journey.

Taylor Rose (Aunt Em & Evillene) is Dancer, Artist and Actress who is an alumni of Triple 7 Dance Studio. She is currently choreographing and chasing her dreams in the entertainment industry as a Rapper/Singer and Actress. Current EP "Luv it her" a story of a Cry baby thug is available on all listening platforms with amazing videos to compliment this budding artist. Her hit song "Tragic" has received over 500K in streams and is currently moving up the charts to 1 millions streams on Apple music. Be on the look for Taylor Rose aka T.Rozie.

Camille Lashay Crenshaw (Lion) is a 11- year-old dazzling entertainer and native of Atlanta, Georgia! Her smile and voice have captured the heart of many since she was 5-years old and continues too today. Camille, represented by Atlanta Models and Talent, Inc., gained notoriety after the flawless role portrayal as a sweet-faced girl in the renowned series Raising Dion Season 2, episodes 3&8. Camille is a current trainee at Renaissance International School of Performing Arts and hopes to embrace her talent on television and Broadway. Camille is also a Forty Second Sounds Jr. (42s) artist and has recorded several songs. They are available for purchase on all music outlets

Reece Eve Roberts (Gatekeeper) is a joyful 10 year old 5th grader. She’s been passionate about dance and theater since age 3. She enjoys singing in her church and school choir. She struts the runway and volunteers with autistic children in her spare time. Reece hopes to attend an HBUC and become a dance and school teacher when she grows up.

D’Nylah Savage (Crow & Citizen) – classically educated in ballet and modern dancer, trained under Triple 7 Dance studio. Worked as, Munchkin in 2022 play, “The Wiz.” Ready to leverage dancing, singing, and/or choreographing techniques and express passion for the art of performance.

Andrea Jones (SINGER, soprano) is the proud wife of Randy Jones and proud mother of Kimberly Jones. She is also an educator and entrepreneur. Andrea has been singing for well over 30 years, getting her start alongside her mother in their church choir in the late 1980s. Music and singing has always been her passion! Prior to graduating high school, Andrea had the opportunity to perform in the school chorus, as a soloist, performing in duets, and even participated in the 2002 – 2003 Region 2A Literary Competition Girls Trio, winning 1st Place. In her spare time, Andrea enjoys reading, cooking, gardening, and learning new skills.

MEET THE DIRECTORS

Jamia Tucker (Acting Coach and Director) is an Atlanta(Decatur) native, with a well purposed passion for the arts. She graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelors of Fine Arts (BFA) with an emphasis in performance from North Carolina Agriculture and Technical State University (NC A&T). Early in her career, She established herself as a force to be reckoned with! She is a triple threat performer (Actor, Singer,Dancer) with impeccable adaptability to expand her repertoire to include coaching and writing just to name a few. As one of the original members of Triple 7 Dance Studio, Jamia is elated to “come back home”. Home is where she learned fundamental lessons that were essential to her creative endeavors, personal experiences and core values, that have helped shape her into the woman she is today. T7D, is home, and there's no greater honor than the opportunity to pour into the lives and hearts of the children who are standing where she once stood. This is truly "full circle"! She is super excited about this year's production and she knows you will enjoy it too! Apart from the studio, she loves to cook (eat), read, fellowship and she has a strong passion for her family. Her social media handles @iamjamiatucker on all platforms.

Nzinga Benton (Vocal Coach and Director) has been singing and performing most of her life. As the daughter of a Baptist pastor and choir directing mother, singing in the church came natural for Nzinga. She would later walk in her mother’s footsteps and begin directing choirs and teaching and training vocalists. Nzinga’s love for music led her to open Zee Sings Entertainment, a company dedicated to supporting vocalists not only in the skill of singing but performing as well. Nzinga’s musical talents have afforded her the opportunity to travel the world with some amazing artists and talented singers. Nzinga loves singing but most of all loves supporting others in reaching their singing and performing goals.

THE CHOREOGRAPHERS

Laura Blatterman Calan Bryant Blake Evans Talia Evans Kasey Griffin Toni Jenkins Debbie McNamara Chloe Mouton Jaleah Roscoe Tameka Ruger Zoey Seay Lindsay Via Tamara Whitehead Taylor Rose Nia Hampton Jonathan Thomas

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