Youth Performance Programs @ W side Y

Today's free performance of music & dance at the Y on W 64th had 3 companies performing puppetry,  modern dance and an elaborate Chinese Warrior Dance.  The marionettes were all farm animals that was charming to those 8 & under & their parents.  The Reichlan LA Dance Co. did a very entertaining interpretation of the Wizard of Oz - if ever there was.  The dancer portraying the Tin Man could melt any heart.  The final performance was a Chinese Dance Co. that did a visually stunning warrior battle & colorful ribbon dance.  The dancers were in full make-up and elaborate costumes. There was a large weaving dragon & dancers standing on each other shoulders in one long gown.  The emcee kept the youngsters engaged between numbers and the hour program was delightfully paced.  Despite the barnyard banter, the program was fun and the price was right.  The Y presents several free youth programs to the public throughout the year.