Making the world a better place one dance step at a time
After getting to know more about these extraordinary people, we found out that Sir Ken Robinson wrote an article on Why dance is just as important as math in school. He is documenting step by step the power of dancing to change the behavior of a human being. He focuses on how Dancing Classrooms is improving the way we teach.
”Dance can help restore joy and stability in troubled lives and ease the tensions in schools that are disrupted by violence and bullying.”
Children that go to social dancing from a young age are much more likely to develop a strong sense of empathy. Thus they have a capacity for creating strong bonds with others. This leads to healthy and self-sufficient communities.
Mad Hot Ball – A Gala Like No Other
The start of the Dancing Classrooms benefit gala, the Mad Hot Ball
Pierre along with the team behind Dancing Classrooms have been holding galas that bring together people from all over the world. Those who believe in his vision come there to celebrate and raise funds to ensure that all the children, no matter if they can afford it or not, can participate in their program.
Last year, Dr. David Osher, Vice President of American Institutes for Research, held a speech at The Mad Hot Ball Gala. He emphasized the importance of giving everyone a chance, independent of their social status.
As he puts it:
„Why should it be for people who can afford to come to The Pierre? It ought to be for everybody.”
The Mad Hot Ball Gala, as they like to call it, has been around for at least 20 years. It has been held in places like University Club, the Roosevelt Hotel, and the Plaza Hotel. In the last few years, the location was moved to The Pierre Hotel. It’s an annual fundraiser followed by a dance party.
What differs from the usual galas is that they actually have a dance crowd that dances to a live band. They celebrate the young people while ensuring that their mission will continue to thrive.
Mad Hot Ball 2018 is here!
As soon as the last year’s edition was finished they had to start planning this one. We found out that they begin the process by putting together a new gala committee. Afterwards, they design and send the invitations and start discussing the auction items that will be presented.
If you have never attended The Mad Hot Ball Gala before, get ready to dance!
Rodney Lopez, the executive director of Dancing Classrooms, told us that, unlike other similar events, they try to keep speeches to a minimum so they can leave as much time as possible for socializing and dancing. Besides this, the guests get to enjoy the performances of the current year’s class of fifth-graders and the amazing Youth Dance Company.
Helping the children
Because we are talking about fundraising, you get to participate in a Live Auction and Paddle Raise. You can bid for some interesting prizes and contribute to their program. There is also a portion of the ticket and table sales that go directly to Dancing Classrooms.
In other words, you make sure that those kids will have a place to nurture human qualities that will continue to positively leave their mark upon this world.
This year, Pierre wants to honor Mayo Alanen for his incredible contribution to the community. He is a professional ballroom dancer, instructor, and choreographer located in New York City. His teaching methods exceed any expectations because he has the gift of helping his students reach their goals. Mayon does not settle for the easy way. We’ve been told that he may travel extensively in order to teach and perform. You can learn more about him at mayoalanen.com.
Tickets
We believe that words have to stop somewhere and the experience of the event itself must replace them. The Mad Hot Ball Gala will take place on 11th of April, 2018. It is open to the general public and anyone who believes in Pierre’s vision is welcomed there. There are different types of tickets and premium tables available to purchase here.
Looking at the current world situation, we are overwhelmed to see that there are people who really do believe that they can make it better. Thank you Pierre Dulaine, Rodney Lopez and all of those working hard to push the human race further. We are thrilled to have had the opportunity to go behind the scenes of Dancing Classrooms and their mission.
The night will start with cocktails, followed by dinner, dancing and a live auction by Karen Sorbo. The highlight of the event will consist of a special performance by Youth Dance Company and students from P.S. 291 with music by Paul Errico Orchestra.
Depending on your needs, there will be different sponsorship opportunities as well as corporate/tribute ads.
Go to their website for more details. If you can’t make it, you can still support their mission and donate. You will receive special recognition at the Gala and on Dancing Classrooms website.
Mad Hot Ball 2018, The Pierre Hotel, 7 pm, New York.
Be there!