Thursday, April 15, 2010
Get ready to witness ground-breaking performances that are sure to rock the campus hills.
Historically African-American fraternities and sororities from the University are competing in the second annual step contest, Stomp the Hill.
Stepping, which has its roots in African tradition, is a form of dance where the participant uses hand gestures, footsteps and chanting to create syncopated rhythms. Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Omega Theta chapter is stepping in the competition and has rehearsed since February. Carynn Smith, Leavenworth senior and chapter president, says stepping is one of the characteristics the sorority is recognized for. “Using your body to make rhythms and beats is really entertaining,” Smith says. She says despite grueling three hour practices, she’s created a close bond with her sorority members.
Brianna Berkley, Wichita junior and chapter vice president, says the performers want the audience to be involved in the show by shouting words of encouragement and clapping. She says the audience involvement creates an intense and lively atmosphere.
Although the stepping competition is the main event, the line-up also includes a variety of other performances such as a drill team comprised of young children, Unity dance troupe and a DJ. First place receives a cash prize and second and third place winners receive a trophy. The National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc., an organization composed of nine international and historically African-American fraternities and sororities, is in charge of the competition.
Come scope out the competition at 6:30 p.m. this Saturday at the Lied Center, 1600 Stewart Ave. The event is open to the public and tickets are $12.
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