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OKLAHOMA!
The Encore Musical Theatre Company
Oklahoma! is a classic Rodgers and Hammerstein musical that premiered in 1943, set in the early 1900s Oklahoma Territory. It follows the romance between cowboy Curly McLain and farm girl Laurey Williams, alongside a rivalry between farmers and ranchers.
REVIEWS
"Amy West’s choreography is exuberant, energized, tap-infused, and lovely to watch.”
Ron Baumanis, A2View.com (Read full review)
“Dance is a big part of Oklahoma, from hoedown stomping to tap dancing to fluid movements across the stage. The show features a ballet, originally choreographed by Agnes de Mille, that shows Laurey’s troubled dreams. Amy West is the choreographer who has done an excellent job of staging these dance sequences involving a large cast on a relatively small stage and the result is flawless, smooth, and stomping.”
Hugh Gallagher, A2Pulp.org (Read full review)
“Accomplished choreographer Amy West doesn’t skimp on the physical mechanics of why 'Oklahoma' has entertained for generations either, which includes the crafting of the seminal 'Dream Ballet' stunner that ends Act One. It’s a menagerie of movements, rhythms, and timing that must work in succinct unison or else the audience can become tireless (in all, it’s a nearly 15-minute sequence) and the final result is a captivating rush.”
Nate Adams, The Only Critic (Read full review)
ANNIE
The Encore Musical Theatre Company
Annie is a musical based on the comic strip Little Orphan Annie, with music by Charles Strouse and lyrics by Martin Charnin. It follows the adventures of an optimistic orphan who dreams of finding her parents and is taken in by billionaire Oliver Warbucks.
REVIEWS
“…choreography by Amy West, …The team promises a fresh and vibrant vision, blending unforgettable songs with dazzling dance and visuals.”
A.A. Christi, Broadway World (Read full review)
“The orphans are excellent to a person, the young girls are in sync, playing off each other like professionals. They’re funny and they can dance and stomp to the musical's second most famous song “Hard Knock Life.” Choreographer Amy West has the girls in perfect rhythm and they seem to be enjoying every minute of it.”
Hugh Gallagher, A2 Pulp (Read full review)
Women Defining Themselves
A Benefit for Michigan Medicine ALS Center of Excellence
Women Defining Themselves is a powerful evening of dance and music celebrating resilience, self-expression, and strength. Featuring University of Michigan faculty, alumni, Michigan Ice Dance Academy skaters, and international artists, the performance blends artistry with advocacy.
In partnership with the ALS Center of Excellence at Michigan Medicine, the event raises awareness and funds for ALS research. Inspired by Amy West’s niece, Breanna Olson, a former dancer diagnosed with ALS, the concert includes Dancing With ALS, a poignant short film about her journey.
The Women Who Move Us: Honoring the Inspiring Women Who Helped to Define Us
An Evening of Dance and Music Benefiting Research in Neurodegenerative Disease at the Scott Pranger ALS Center
The Women Who Move Us builds on the success of Women Defining Themselves (May 2024) by honoring the mothers, mentors, daughters, and friends who shape our lives. Through original choreography and soulful music, the evening celebrates resilience, connection, and the healing power of the arts. All proceeds support the Scott Pranger ALS Center at Michigan Medicine, advancing research for neurodegenerative diseases.
Amy West’s Mission: “This project is deeply rooted in my experience caring for my mother-in-law through dementia. The Women Who Move Us is a tribute to her memory and to the families and caregivers navigating memory loss. It honors the women who came before us while connecting the performing arts with medical research and care in support of healing, connection, and hope.”
