The Woodcrest University Performing Arts group lit up the stage with their latest show, TeleVision! Led by instructors LK Diavala and Stephanie Mesmerizer, the production transported the audience through decades of iconic TV moments, all told through song and dance.
From the very first number, Welcome to Television, choreographed and performed by LK Diavala, the tone was set for an evening of creativity and excitement. The performance invited the audience into the world of television, capturing the magic of channel surfing between genres. From comedy to drama to fantasy, all through seamless dance transitions and dynamic set changes.
Each act was inspired by a different show, with dancers crafting their routines to embody the essence of the programs that shaped pop culture. The Glee medley of Thriller/Heads Will Roll, choreographed by LK Diavala, combined energy, synchronization, and theatrical flair, earning loud cheers from the crowd. Moments later, Grey’s Anatomy, Chasing Cars by Amie Windsor shifted the mood, offering an emotional, contemporary piece that reflected the raw intensity of the show’s most memorable scenes.
Adding a burst of nostalgia, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air theme, choreographed by Tyr A. James, had the audience smiling and singing along. From 90s street style to sharp choreography, it brought lighthearted fun to the lineup.
The energy took a darker turn with The Vampire Diaries, All I Need by LK Diavala, an alluring and haunting routine that blended sensuality with gothic grace. Following that, Stranger Things by Stephanie Mesmerizer immersed viewers into a supernatural world, complete with eerie lighting, telekinetic choreography, and a perfectly executed sense of suspense.
Other standout performances included Game of Thrones, 40 Fingers by Laci Rossini, a powerful and regal display of elegance. Search for the Next Pussycat Buttons by LK Diavala turned up the heat with fierce stage presence and bold costuming, showing off the sassier side of the Performing Arts group.
The tempo lifted again with Full House, I Like It by Amie Windsor, a bright and lively number filled with playful charm, followed by Umbrella Academy, Footloose by Roxie Blackrose, which infused rock-and-roll energy with clever nods to the show’s rebellious spirit.
The night concluded with a spectacular PA Dance Group Number, bringing the entire ensemble together for a grand finale. Every dancer returned to the stage for a joyful performance that perfectly captured the theme of television coming to life.
Audience members left buzzing with admiration for the dancers’ versatility and the instructors’ direction. It was a production that honored the creativity and commitment of Woodcrest’s Performing Arts community, reminding everyone that television may entertain us. but dance can make us feel it.
