What a Feeling – It’s a Flashdance Blast From the Past

Emily Padgett as Alex Owens, photo by Kyle Froman.

Portland, March 22nd, 2013. This spring, the Keller Auditorium will be awash with memories for fans of the move: Flashdance. Portland Opera’s Broadway Across American Series will feature the touring company of the musical based on the film. It’s the story of working-class girl from Pittsburgh striving to make her dreams of becoming a professional dancer a reality. Directed and choreographed by Sergio Trujillo, this new musical features hits including the Academy Award-winning title track, Flashdance, What a Feeling, Maniac, I Love Rock & Roll.

Emily Padgett as Alex Owens, (Photo credit, Kyle Froman)

FLASHDANCE – THE MUSICAL, is playing at the Keller Auditorium April 23 – 28, 2013.

Elisa Klein

I’ve been a professional journalist and writer since 1987, (and long-time reporter for KOIN-TV.) As a nationally published reporter, with a Master’s Degree in Journalism, I love to report positive news and information. Journalism has also connected me with another non-profit where I served as a leader; the Northwest’s biggest writer’s organization: The Willamette Writers.