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Dancers with the Brandon School of Dance and Dance Images performed before an enthusiastic crowd at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium on Tuesday evening for the local dance schools’ presentation of “Invitation.”

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Dancers with the Brandon School of Dance and Dance Images performed before an enthusiastic crowd at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium on Tuesday evening for the local dance schools’ presentation of “Invitation.”

It was the third evening of performances, which mark the year end recitals that showcase the classes and groups that have worked on their routines throughout the year.

The performances also featured the Brandon School of Dance and Dance Images’ competition and festival award-winning dancers and groups, with special presentations by the school’s graduating dancers.

Dancers with the Brandon School of Dance and Dance Images perform for a crowd at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium on Tuesday evening for the local dance schools’ presentation of “Invitation.” (Tim Smith/The Brandon Sun)
Dancers with the Brandon School of Dance and Dance Images perform for a crowd at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium on Tuesday evening for the local dance schools’ presentation of “Invitation.” (Tim Smith/The Brandon Sun)

Brandon Sun photographer Tim Smith took in the final performance.

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Dancers with the Brandon School of Dance and Dance Images perform for a crowd at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium on Tuesday evening for the local dance schools’ presentation of “Invitation.” (Tim Smith/The Brandon Sun)
Dancers with the Brandon School of Dance and Dance Images perform for a crowd at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium on Tuesday evening for the local dance schools’ presentation of “Invitation.” (Tim Smith/The Brandon Sun)
Dancers with the Brandon School of Dance and Dance Images perform for a crowd at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium on Tuesday evening for the local dance schools’ presentation of “Invitation.” (Tim Smith/The Brandon Sun)
Dancers with the Brandon School of Dance and Dance Images perform for a crowd at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium on Tuesday evening for the local dance schools’ presentation of “Invitation.” (Tim Smith/The Brandon Sun)
Dancers with the Brandon School of Dance and Dance Images perform for a crowd at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium on Tuesday evening for the local dance schools’ presentation of “Invitation.” (Tim Smith/The Brandon Sun)
Dancers with the Brandon School of Dance and Dance Images perform for a crowd at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium on Tuesday evening for the local dance schools’ presentation of “Invitation.” (Tim Smith/The Brandon Sun)
Dancers with the Brandon School of Dance and Dance Images perform for a crowd at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium on Tuesday evening for the local dance schools’ presentation of “Invitation.” (Tim Smith/The Brandon Sun)
Dancers with the Brandon School of Dance and Dance Images perform for a crowd at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium on Tuesday evening for the local dance schools’ presentation of “Invitation.” (Tim Smith/The Brandon Sun)
Dancers with the Brandon School of Dance and Dance Images perform for a crowd at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium on Tuesday evening for the local dance schools’ presentation of “Invitation.” (Tim Smith/The Brandon Sun)
Dancers with the Brandon School of Dance and Dance Images perform for a crowd at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium on Tuesday evening for the local dance schools’ presentation of “Invitation.” (Tim Smith/The Brandon Sun)
Dancers with the Brandon School of Dance and Dance Images perform for a crowd at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium on Tuesday evening for the local dance schools’ presentation of “Invitation.” (Tim Smith/The Brandon Sun)
Dancers with the Brandon School of Dance and Dance Images perform for a crowd at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium on Tuesday evening for the local dance schools’ presentation of “Invitation.” (Tim Smith/The Brandon Sun)
Dancers with the Brandon School of Dance and Dance Images perform for a crowd at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium on Tuesday evening for the local dance schools’ presentation of “Invitation.” (Tim Smith/The Brandon Sun)
Dancers with the Brandon School of Dance and Dance Images perform for a crowd at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium on Tuesday evening for the local dance schools’ presentation of “Invitation.” (Tim Smith/The Brandon Sun)
Dancers with the Brandon School of Dance and Dance Images perform for a crowd at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium on Tuesday evening for the local dance schools’ presentation of “Invitation.” (Tim Smith/The Brandon Sun)
Dancers with the Brandon School of Dance and Dance Images perform for a crowd at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium on Tuesday evening for the local dance schools’ presentation of “Invitation.” (Tim Smith/The Brandon Sun)
Dancers with the Brandon School of Dance and Dance Images perform for a crowd at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium on Tuesday evening for the local dance schools’ presentation of “Invitation.” (Tim Smith/The Brandon Sun)
Dancers with the Brandon School of Dance and Dance Images perform for a crowd at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium on Tuesday evening for the local dance schools’ presentation of “Invitation.” (Tim Smith/The Brandon Sun)
Dancers with the Brandon School of Dance and Dance Images perform for a crowd at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium on Tuesday evening for the local dance schools’ presentation of “Invitation.” (Tim Smith/The Brandon Sun)
Dancers with the Brandon School of Dance and Dance Images perform for a crowd at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium on Tuesday evening for the local dance schools’ presentation of “Invitation.” (Tim Smith/The Brandon Sun)
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