EPCOT*is often referred to as the “permanent world’s fair.” It is set up in an hourglass shape and features two main areas: Future World and the World Showcase. “Future World” is chock full of amazing attractions that celebrate the cutting edge of technology (check out the Test Track, Soarin’, Mission: Space, Imagination and the Universe of EnergyContinue reading “EPCOT Center (Orlando)”
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German Dance
Erika dances traditional Schuhplattler and has choreographed numbers for her Schuhplattler Gruppe and other German festivals including the Spring festival of Fasching. She has appeared as the Funkenmariechen (or Tanzmariechen) and has choreographed a Funkengarde (or Prinzengarde) tanz for adults and high school students. She has also competed in the Einzelplattler competition at the bi-annualContinue reading “German Dance”
Winzerfest
Erika was crowned “Wine Queen 2009.”
Fasching Karnival
For several years Erika has participated in German cultural events including the annual Spring celebration Fasching Karnival. Like a German “Mardi Gras,” Fasching is the last big blowout party before the 40 somber days of Lent. Different areas have different traditions and America has taken to adopting its own, but after starring as the Tanzmariechen orContinue reading “Fasching Karnival”
Oktoberfest
Erika’s been dancing Schuhplattler (traditional German dance) since she was 2. Schuhplattler was her first experience with dance and performing. When you grow up with Oktoberfest, it becomes part of you.
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