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Sandel's stars were shining

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Visitors to the Sandel Center on Aug. 28 were welcomed to a very special road trip that took them from Broadway to Tennessee, Louisiana, Las Vegas and Detroit .

The Showtime performance, "On the Road Again," featured dazzling song and dance. In the works for about two years, the many participating members of the center have a great passion for the performing arts and the story, script, lyrics, costumes, scenery and behind-the-scenes production of the show resulted from that passion.

The many hours spent preparing and rehearsing fostered new friendships and strengthened old friendships. A true camaraderie united the cast. Under the direction of Program Coordinator Kathe Hardenburgh, the performance was dedicated to Robin Kelly.

Those who missed the show will have other opportunities to catch it because the group has plans to literally take it on the road to area nursing homes and assisted living facilities.

A poem by Joan Kiernan welcomed the audience and captured the essence of

the day:

With stars in their eyes

And music in their souls

The Showtime performers

Keep rehearsing their roles.

Singers learning new songs

While the actors study lines

Dancers keep the rhythm

As this poet pens these rhymes.

They hope to entertain you

They love to see you smile

Kathe directs their talents

And gives it Broadway’s style.

So put your hands together

And applaud their special art

For although they may be Seniors

They’re really young at heart!

Enjoy the show!!