MT 2: MAMMA MIA

"High energy hits and rhythmic storytelling!"

Pop Meets Stage

In a Jukebox Musical, the dance has to feel like a pop concert but tell a story like a play! We use high energy and big smiles.

DANCE VIBE

Joyful, rhythmic, and bouncy! We want the audience to feel like they are on a sunny Greek island.

ENSEMBLE POWER

Everyone moves together! Staying in time is the most important part of Mamma Mia choreo.

ANTHONY VAN LAAST

The Choreographer of Mamma Mia

Choreo Focus

Rhythmic Stomps: Sharp beats to the music.
Arm Lines: Big, open arms to show excitement.
Formation Changes: Moving from lines to circles quickly!

Money, Money, Money

Performance Challenge

"Imagine you are very posh and very wealthy! Every movement should be sharp and elegant."

VOCAL TIP

Normally we don't sing on consonants. This song is an exception. You can sing on the N of moNey..

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Musical Theatre 3 | Commercial Dance Basics

& JULIET

Exploring the world of Commercial Dance through our study of "Blow."

Choreo Study: Jennifer Weber

DANCE FOCUS:

•Grounding: Keep your weight low. Commercial dance is different from ballet—we want to be connected to the floor.
•Syncopation: This means moving "off the beat." Watch for the sharp clicks and head-turns on the small beats.

Jukebox Choreo Styles

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Head to the player to master the "Blow" track so you can focus 100% on the choreo in class!

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MT3 CHALLENGE

Juliet is "blowing up" her old story to start a new one. How can we show that explosive energy in our dance steps?

Musical Theatre 4 | Technical Precision & Commercial Fusion

& JULIET: PRO FOCUS

Mastering the hip-hop fusion of Jennifer Weber and the high-stakes performance of modern Jukebox Theatre.

Performance Deep-Dive: "Blow"

TECHNICAL FOCUS:

•Isolation & Control: The & Juliet style requires extreme chest and hip isolations while keeping the arms strictly placed.
•Acting Through Dance: Every syncopated movement has an intention. Are you hitting the beat because you're angry, or because you're excited?
•Stamina: This track is 100% from start to finish. Focus on breath control during transitions.

The Modern Jukebox Choreographer

Jennifer Weber

& Juliet / KPOP

Known for bringing authentic hip-hop vocabulary into the musical theatre space without "watering it down." Focuses on rhythm, syncopation, and formation precision.

Jerry Mitchell

Kinky Boots / Pretty Woman

The master of the "Pop-Broadway" fusion. His style is athletic, extremely fast-paced, and always focuses on the joy of the characters.

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The vocal track for "Blow" is technically demanding. Rehearse the mix so the dance can be your primary focus in class.

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Did you know?

Jennifer Weber was the first woman to be nominated for two Tony Awards for choreography in the same season (& Juliet and KPOP)!