On Sunday, January 23, 2011 the Original Florida Follies hosted a sneak preview of its newest show, “Another Op’nin’ Another Show,” at the Omni Auditorium at Broward College in Coconut Creek. The Follies, which are comprised of dancers between the ages of 60 and 90+, successfully raised over $100,000 to benefit children at-risk and in-need in South Florida last season. This year the Follies will host six performances in Broward and Palm Beach Counties as they continue to help organizations, such as Children’s Diagnostic & Treatment Center (CDTC), the Florence Fuller Child Development Centers and the Bulldogs of Tamarac. The Follies donated $20,000 to CDTC last year and have donated over $55,000 in the past three years. Last year, the Follies also instituted a new initiative that invited 200 children in need for a special shopping day at JC Penney’s.
The new season officially opens on February 13, 2011 at Olympic Heights High School in Boca Raton. The show features pieces from “Mamma Mia,” “The Producers,” and a special tribute to Michael Jackson. Tickets are $28 and may be purchased in advance.
The Original Florida Follies TM is a not for profit 501(c)3 charitable organization comprised of dancers 60 to 90+ years young performing Broadway Style Stage Extravaganzas each winter season. These performers are retired dancers, choreographers, dance teachers, showgirls and people who love to dance. The Follies raises money through ticket sales for disadvantaged children in south Florida. For additional information regarding this event please contact, Celia Castevens, PR Coordinator for The Original Florida Follies TM at (336) 508-3071 or email at FolliesPR@yahoo.com. For information or tickets please call (954) 956-2626 or visit www.theoriginalfloridafollies.com.