The nine dancers who signed up for Dancing for a Cause are fine-tuning their dance steps and making the last-minute adjustments to their costumes. <\/p>\n
They'll bring their sambas, jives and rumbas to the stage 7 p.m. Saturday at the Lamar-Dixon Expo Center 4-H Building. <\/p>\n
The event raises money for the Arc of East Ascension, a nonprofit that provides services for disabled residents in the parish. <\/p>\n
The Arc Executive Director Norma Dukes said the dancers have worked hard to prepare a great show. <\/p>\n
\"We want to encourage people to come out and see for themselves, said event organizer Sharon Morris. \"It's all about fun and supporting the Arc of East Ascension. <\/p>\n
Dancing for a Cause is modeled after the hit ABC show \"Dancing with the Stars.\" <\/p>\n
The lineup includes Jackie Baumann, chief engineer with the city of Gonzales; Trevor Gautreaux, assistant vice president and branch manager of Neighbors FCU; Jackie Tisdell, public information officer for Ascension Parish public schools; Terri Kaaihue, a community liaison with Life Source Hospice; Tasheba York Leblanc, owner and manager of Triple Threat Dance Studio; Cheryl Mercedes, WAFB anchor; Malcolm Carter, plant manager at The Scotts Company; Craig A. Stevens, owner of Genesis 360 Construction; and Louis LeFebvre III, dentist and owner of Main Street Dental Care. <\/p>\n
Ascension Clerk of Court Bridget Hannah and Ascension schools Superintendent David Alexander will emcee the fundraiser. Sheriff Jeff Wiley is the honorary chairman. <\/p>\n
Special performances will be provided by Center Stage Performing Arts Academy, Triple Threat Dance studio and by dancers from the Arc. <\/p>\n
The doors open at 6 p.m., and the show starts at 7 p.m. <\/p>\n
It's not too late to pick up tickets. Tickets are $30 in advance at the Arc's office, 1122 S.E. Ascension Complex Blvd., Gonzales. Call (225) 621-2000. Tickets will be available at the door for $35 and VIP seats are $75 in advance and $80 at the door. <\/p>\n
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