It was an epic 2014 Industry Dance Awards & Benefit Show! The star-studded evening kicked off with a bang on the fun red carpet. Among the Hollywood celebrities in attendance were Shane Harper, Kathryn MCCormick, Olivia Holt, Dylan Snyder,  Adam Shankman, Kenny Ortega, Nigel Lythgoe, Paula Abdul, and so many more! See the photos on this link: [Link to Photos]

We can’t forget all the amazing performances that hit the stage on “I’m A Dancer Against a Cancer” Day from the opening number choreographed by Liz Imperio, tap number choreographed by Gregg Russell, the Circle Of Hope number choreographed by Tokyo, and the Battle Of The Century: Sophia vs Contemporary Eric! Stay tuned for these on the IDA youtube channel! [LINK]

LET’S NOT FORGET TO HONOR OUR WINNERS!! CONGRATS ON TAKING HOME A WELL-DESERVED STAR AWARD!

BEST HIP-HOP PERFORMANCE:  “Pure Adrenaline” – Allegro Performing Arts

BEST JAZZ PERFORMANCE: “Higher Ground” – Southern Strutt

BEST OPEN/BALLET/ACRO: “Tornado” – Adage Dance Center

BEST TAP: “Suit & Tie” – Carlsbad Dance Center

BEST LYRICAL: “Dope” – Mathers Dance Company

BEST NOVELTY/MUSICAL THEATER/CHARACTER: “Master Of The House” – Allegro Performing Arts

PEOPLE’S CHOICE: “Don’t Stop The Party”  Premiere Dance Academy

CHOREOGRAPHY OF THE YEAR: “Show Me Where You Fit” – Applause Studios

BEST PERFORMANCE OF 2014: “A Little Party” – Temecula Dance Co.

On behalf of the IDA family, thank you so much for those in attendance at the Avalon Theater, tuning in on livestream, and especially any and all of our supporter for such a great event & cause.