You've seen Dancing with the Stars—now get ready for Dancing with Defiance County! This one-of-a-kind, first-time event brings together trained dancers from local high schools across Defiance County, pairing them with athletes who have never danced before in a thrilling competition for a grand prize $1,000 scholarship ($500 each for the winning pair).

Join us for an unforgettable evening of entertainment, community spirit, and friendly competition, all while raising funds to bring world-class arts and entertainment to the Four County area through the Tinora Performing Arts Center.

Event Details:

Location: Tinora Performing Arts Center
Date: Saturday, April 25, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM

Why You Don’t Want to Miss This!

Incredible Performances – Watch as local student-athlete pairs will showcase their talent in a high-energy, choreographed showdown that you won’t want to miss.

Featuring dancers and athletes from Ayersville, Defiance, Fairview, Hicksville, and Tinora:

Ayersville:

• Dancer: Avery Antoine

• Athlete: Tucker Sprow

Defiance:

• Dancer: Ali Diaw

• Athlete: TBD

Fairview:

• Dancer: Ruby Elston

• Athlete: Paul Spieser

Hicksville:

• Dancer: Kasey Hedge

• Athlete: Luke Eicher

Tinora:

• Dancer: Jordan Gieger

• Athlete: Cash McCann

Showcase Attractions:

• Defiance Dance Studio

• Five Star Dance Studio

Judges
Our esteemed panel of local leaders will determine the champions:

Jeffrey A. Strausbaugh - Probate/Juvenile Division Judge for Defiance Co.
Abby Wolfrum - Executive Director, United Way
Stacy McCartney - Administrator for Moose - Defiance Lodge 2094
Shawn Wittkop - Defiance City Fire Chief

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Hosted by Eric West – Former Choir Director for Tinora and Defiance High Schools, now serving as an instructional coach with the Northern Buckeye Educational Council.

Support Local Talent & the Arts – Proceeds from this event will fund future professional entertainment acts at the Tinora Performing Arts Center, enriching the arts for the entire four-county area.

Get Your Tickets Now!

Don’t miss your chance to witness history in the making! This is your opportunity to support young talent, student scholarships, and the future of the Defiance area performing arts.

Tickets are limited—reserve yours now.