FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE--December 5, 2001

Drill Team Hawaii proudly announces its annual Christmas Dance Spectacular on Saturday, December 15, 2001 from 6:00-6:30 P.M. on the center stage at Ala Moana Center.

The free concert will debut nine holiday dances set to classic Christmas favorites as well as two modern hits.  Director Penny Young and her daughter, co-director and lead choreographer Febray Kaopua, have put together an entertaining lineup that will entertain and delight audiences of all ages, with dances incorporating a trademark mix of jazz dance, ballet, hip-hop and gymnastics.

"Our Christmas Spectacular is always one of the highlights of our year," commented Young.  "Because the show often draws a large audience, many of whom return annually, we are very committed to putting on a first-rate production.  We begin rehearsing months in advance and create unique and elaborate costumes."

There will also be a repeat performance with an expanded program on Sunday, December 16, 2001 from 4:00-5:00 P.M. at the St. Andrew's Priory School gymnasium.  This is also free to the public.

Drill Team Hawaii is an award-winning precision dance team that has been recognized locally, nationally and internationally for its dynamic performances.  Next summer, the team, which comprises of 96 girls between the ages of four and 18, is scheduled to share their aloha in Tokyo, Japan, where they will do exhibition numbers at the Miss Drill Team International
Pageant.  More information is available online at www.drillteamhawaii.com.