Buffalo Grove High School’s Orchesis Presents ‘Captivate’

Buffalo Grove High School’s Orchesis, under the direction of Michelle Carrison and assistant Hannah Vaselaney, will take the stage for their highly anticipated annual dance show, “Captivate,” at 7 p.m. on Thursday through Saturday, Feb. 20-22.

This dynamic performance will feature 20 unique dances, highlighting the versatility of Orchesis dancers in ballet, contemporary, hip-hop, jazz and tap. Fifteen of the pieces are choreographed by students, while five showcase the artistry of professional guest choreographers from the Chicago area, including Eduardo Zambrana of Giordano Dance Chicago; Sarah O’Keeffe of Solariumdance; Sara Ford Hardy, a renowned Chicagoland dancer and choreographer; and Chris Xayarath, a hip-hop choreographer currently performing at Disney World.

A special highlight of the show is the ADAGIO dance, featuring a group of 12 Buffalo Grove student-athletes performing alongside Orchesis members.

Tickets will be available for students at a discounted rate of $7 during show week. Adult tickets, sold at the door, are $10. In addition to the performances, audience members can participate in a nightly raffle.

For more information, contact Orchesis Director Michelle Carrison, at (847) 718-4000, or michelle.carris@d214.org.