Louisiana Delta Ballet is indeed fortunate to have Missy Crain as our Artistic Director. Among her many contributions and accomplishments, one stands above the rest – the LDB original ballet, “Power and Grace''. Inspired while sitting in her Church listening to a sermon about what we can “give in return” for the blessings in our life, Mrs. Crain realized her gift! This inspirational work features our amazing LDB dancers along with local and professional vocalists and community leaders sharing the stage to bring the audience an uplifting performance like none other in our area. Upon completion of the ballet, Mrs. Crain told our company dancers, “If we perform it, they will come,” and did they ever! When it was first performed, there were over 1500 people in attendance. Since its debut in 2000, “Power and Grace'' has become a well-known community favorite, and it continues to inspire audiences of all ages. Although it is not performed annually, LDB has become known for this signature work and the audiences keep coming!
Help support Louisiana Delta Ballet by joining us for our annual fundraiser “Dancing With the Louisiana Stars”, where we pair local celebrities with our LDB dancers to compete a routine choreographed by our fabulous staff for the Championship title! Based on the popular television show, DWTLS is in its 16th year and is still playing to sold-out crowds each year. Patrons are seated at tables of 8 on the floor of the Monroe Civic Center Arena and are treated to food provided by our areas top caterers and restaurants along with wine and beer donated by our sponsors, Choice Brands, Marsala Beverage and Glazer’s Wholesale Distributors. To make the evening even more exciting, guests can participate in the ever-popular “People’s Choice” competition where fans pay to vote for their favorite contestant and can purchase tickets for a beautiful piece of jewelry valued at $1,500 donated by sponsor “Stephanie’s Jewelry”. Guests are encouraged to bring signs and banners to show their support for their favorite contestant. Gather your friends and Salsa your way to the Monroe Civic Center Arena for an exciting evening you won’t soon forget.
