Description
The Dancers
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Scott is the happiest and friendliest guy you will ever meet. He was born in Jupiter, Florida where he spent the first 33 years of his life. Scott started with the ARC in Florida when he was 1 year old. We moved to NC in 2008. He was accepted into the 4-year Beyond Academics program at UNCG and graduated in 2019. Since then, he’s lived on his own in a rental house on SCOTT Avenue in Greensboro. He’s had a varied work history – beginning with Olive Garden in 1996, then Pizza Hut, Winn Dixie, Publix, Chili’s and currently as a Blended Barista at A Special Blend in Greensboro.
Alison Schwartz is the passionate owner of All Pets Considered, a beloved pet supply store in Greensboro, North Carolina. With a deep commitment to animal wellness and community connection, Alison has built a business centered on quality nutrition, education, and compassionate care for pets and their people. She is an active supporter of local organizations and frequently gives back through events and outreach. Alison is especially proud to participate in Dancing with the Diamonds, as the mission of The Arc is close to her heart, inspired by her nephew with an intellectual and developmental disability.
The Choreographer
Stephen A. Hale is the current Artistic Director of the Triad Pride Acting Company which produces the Theatre For All productions. He is a seasoned theatre artist with a diverse background in performance, direction, and choreography. He studied at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and later honed his craft in New York City, earning a certificate in musical theatre from the American Musical and Dramatic Academy. Stephen has performed Off-Off Broadway and has appeared in productions across the Southeast, including work at various theme parks nationwide. In North Carolina's Triad region, Stephen has directed and choreographed numerous productions for theatre companies in Greensboro, Burlington, and Reidsville. His favorite credits include The Wizard of Oz, Nunsense A-Men, Assassins, and Broadway Our Way, among others.
