ZooNation's 'Ebony Scrooge' breathes fresh life into the Dickens classic, injecting it with a vibrant Caribbean twist that transforms Ebenezer Scrooge into Ebony, a fashion-forward femme fatale. This hip-hop theatre company has outdone itself in creating an effervescent and fun reimagining of A Christmas Carol.
Ebony, played by Leah Hill, is a glamorous and edgy character who embodies the sharp edges of her catwalk dancing. However, when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future appear to her, she's forced to confront the harsh realities of her past and present. Her backstory is woven into the narrative as she returns to her Caribbean roots, where warm lights and new rhythms flood the stage.
While the characters may not be fully fleshed out, ZooNation's signature blend of broad strokes and heart wins over audiences. The emotional journey is raw and genuine, often leaving viewers with a lump in their throat. What truly shines, however, is the exceptional standard of dancing across the board. From buoyant locking to infectious house dance, every scene is slickly choreographed and expertly executed.
Dannielle "Rhimes" Lecointe's direction and choreography have successfully woven together a wealth of street dance styles, resulting in an effervescent energy that permeates the entire production. The text, songs, and music all come together to create an immersive experience that is both visually stunning and musically engaging.
The show's Caribbean twist adds a unique flavor to the classic tale, infusing it with fresh rhythms and vibrant colors. While not perfect, 'Ebony Scrooge' is a testament to ZooNation's creativity and skill in reimagining beloved stories through dance.
Ebony, played by Leah Hill, is a glamorous and edgy character who embodies the sharp edges of her catwalk dancing. However, when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future appear to her, she's forced to confront the harsh realities of her past and present. Her backstory is woven into the narrative as she returns to her Caribbean roots, where warm lights and new rhythms flood the stage.
While the characters may not be fully fleshed out, ZooNation's signature blend of broad strokes and heart wins over audiences. The emotional journey is raw and genuine, often leaving viewers with a lump in their throat. What truly shines, however, is the exceptional standard of dancing across the board. From buoyant locking to infectious house dance, every scene is slickly choreographed and expertly executed.
Dannielle "Rhimes" Lecointe's direction and choreography have successfully woven together a wealth of street dance styles, resulting in an effervescent energy that permeates the entire production. The text, songs, and music all come together to create an immersive experience that is both visually stunning and musically engaging.
The show's Caribbean twist adds a unique flavor to the classic tale, infusing it with fresh rhythms and vibrant colors. While not perfect, 'Ebony Scrooge' is a testament to ZooNation's creativity and skill in reimagining beloved stories through dance.
! Ebony Scrooge was so much fun to watch, I found myself clapping along to the music 
. The dancers were incredible, I mean, who knew lockin' and house dance could be so emotive? 
Dannielle "Rhimes" Lecointe's direction was spot on, it really added a new layer to the story. I did think some of the characters were a bit one-dimensional, but overall, the energy and passion of the show won me over 
. Can't wait to see what ZooNation comes up with next! 
The way they've infused the classic tale of A Christmas Carol with a vibrant Caribbean twist has given me LIFE 
. The way Dannielle "Rhimes" Lecointe has blended all these different street dance styles is pure genius.
. I mean, who wouldn't want to see a catwalk queen serving up some holiday cheer? 
But what really gets me is how the show seamlessly blends street dance styles with the original text – it's like a fusion of old and new that actually works 
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It's infectious, people! And can we talk about Dannielle "Rhimes" Lecointe's direction and choreography – it's pure magic 
. The show's Caribbean twist is the perfect way to give A Christmas Carol a modern refresh, adding some much-needed flavor to the traditional tale. Can't wait to see what ZooNation comes up with next!
or the fact that people are actually going to get emotional over a bunch of street dancing 
... I mean, I guess if you're into that sorta thing. The only reason it's not complete garbage is because those dancers are actually pretty impressive and the energy on stage is kinda infectious 
. But let's be real, it's still just A Christmas Carol with some fancy footwork tacked on 
. The dancing is, hands down, perfection 
I mean, who knew breakdancing and house dance could be so magical? 
And can we talk about Leah Hill's performance as Ebony? She brings this fierce, sassy energy that completely owns the stage 
. What really impresses me, though, is how ZooNation has managed to blend all these different styles together - it's like a musical and dance party in one 
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. And can we talk about how cool it is to see Caribbean culture being showcased on stage? It's like a breath of fresh air! Sure, it might not be perfect, but ZooNation has definitely proven themselves as masters of reinventing classic stories through dance 
Dannielle "Rhimes" Lecointe is a total genius when it comes to choreography. She blended all these different street dance styles and created this infectious energy that had me clapping along and feeling like I was right there on stage with the performers. It's clear why they won over audiences - ZooNation really outdid themselves with this production! 
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. I think that's kinda the point though - it's not about perfecting every detail, it's about creating this infectious energy that draws you in and keeps you engaged 
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... but at the same time, I think it's kinda weird to put a femme fatale twist on the classic character 
, every scene was so slickly choreographed and executed. Dannielle "Rhimes" Lecointe's direction and choreography were pure magic 
. The Caribbean twist was cool, I'll give 'em that, but sometimes too much is just too much...I don't know, it felt like they were trying to cram all this extra flair into the show 
. And while the dancing was definitely top-notch, some of the acting could've been fleshed out a bit more 
. But hey, if you're looking for a fun night out with some sick moves, I guess 'Ebony Scrooge' would be worth checking out 