At the Patchogue Theatre, through Aug. 18
(Bellport, N.Y.) Dancing with the Stars pro Maksim Chmerkovskiy, also the star of the hit Broadway show, “Forever Tango,” was in attendance on Thursday, Aug. 15 to watch little brother Valentin in the critically acclaimed, international dance production “Ballroom With A Twist,” at The Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts, through Aug. 18.
Backstage, with Valentin Chmerkovskiy (left) with brother Maksim Chmerkovskiy at the 2pm matinee of Ballroom with a Twist, in Patchogue, N.Y.
Maks, also the star of the hit Broadway show “Forever Tango,” mingled with the Ballroom with a Twist company, which includes fellow “Dancing with the Stars” celebrity pros Peta Murgatroyd, Anna Trebunskaya and Tristan MacManus – along with Maks’ little brother, Val.
Valentin Chmerkovskiy and brother Maksim Chmerkovskiy, with the company of Ballroom with a Twist, presented by The Gateway at The Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts. The high-energy show features Tristan MacManus, Anna Trebunskaya, Peta Murgatroyd & celebrities from “So You Think You Can Dance” & “American Idol.”
The nearly sold-out show has taken Long Island audiences by storm. Seats are still available for all performances, and guests can meet the stars backstage at an exclusive, VIP meet and greet reception after Friday evening, Saturday matinee & evening and Sunday matinee performances. Tickets to the show and reception can be purchased on www.gatewayplayhouse.org.
Choreographed by ABC-Television’s “Dancing with the Stars’” Emmy nominated Louis van Amstel, the Patchogue engagement of Ballroom with a Twist, presented by The Gateway, also features “So You Think You Can Dance” finalists Jonathan “Legacy” Perez, Jonathan Platero, Randi Lynn Strong and Jaymz Tuaileva; and “American Idol” finalists Gina Glocksen and Von Smith.
Produced by Scott Stander & Associates, “Ballroom with a Twist” is an evening of entertainment for the entire family, highlighted by stunning costumes, magnificent music and breathtaking performances that pushes the boundaries of ballroom dance, infusing it with the energy and intensity of the latest contemporary and “hip-hop” styles.
The Performing Arts Center of Suffolk County is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. It seeks to provide theatre of the highest caliber to the Long Island region and beyond, continuing the tradition established by the Gateway Playhouse. It remains Long Island’s oldest professional theatre.
For tickets, performance times or other inquiries call (631) 286-1133 or 1-888-4TIXNOW, or visit www.pacsc.org.
