​Written by Clare Barron
Co-direction and choreography by Alyza DelPan-Monley
Scenic and Lighting Design by Tristan Roberson
Costume Design by Jennifer Oaster 
Sound Design by Dana Amromnin

Washington Ensemble Theatre 
Seattle, Washington
​January 2020 


Dance Nation explores the cutthroat world of a preteen competitive dance team. Dance Teacher Pat will bring his army of ferocious youth performers all the way to nationals but only if they can harness their immense potential first. This razor-sharp story is a celebration of the unsettling, and at times terrifying, power of young women as they navigate their own monumental ambition. Sparkles, fangs, and intense feminine energy: what more could you want?

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"If you're only here for the news, then I'll get right to it. WET's production of Dance Nation rules." - Rich Smith, The Stranger

“...there are enough moments like Ashlee's [monologue], and the haunting final seconds to make it worth it - even if you have to tell mom you're taking your little sister (or brother) to the movies.” - Brendan Kiley, The Seattle Times

"Washington Ensemble Theatre’s production is directed with irresistible energy by Bobbin Ramsey and Alyza DelPan-Monley" - Dusty Somers, NW Theatre

Photos by Jeff Carpenter