Tonight the Mermaids will unveil their 2010-2011 calendar (July-June) with a fashion show at Gulfstream Park’s MI-VI nightclub (901 S. Federal Highway, Hallandale Beach). Best thing: Admission is free for those 18 and older. Info: mi6ent.com, 954-457-6464.

[Florida Marlins Mermaids]

A real scorcher last Saturday. Philadelphia was in the middle of a searing heat wave, but that didn’t stop the ladies of the Vixens Dance Team from giving an outstanding performance at the Aston-Philadelphia Rugby match.

The Vixens are the dance team for the Philadelphia Fight Rugby Club.
Their mission is to enhance the Fight Rugby League team experience, develop the Fight’s network of contacts/sponsors, assist in promotional work and draw in attendance to Fight events and games, all in conjunction for the support of the ALS Association of Greater Philadelphia and the American National Rugby League in general.

The Vixens are coached and choreographed by Emily Czerniakowski of CaRu Entertainment. Check out CaRu Entertainment’s Website here.
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Even though the NBA Finals are still going on, NBA Dance Team Auditions kick off this weekend in Washington and Atlanta.

NBA Dance Teams

Atlanta Hawks A-Town Dancers: Sunday, June 13 [Details]
Boston Celtics Dancers: [Details]

• Boston: Saturday, June 26
• New York City: Tuesday, June 29
• Los Angeles Wednesday, June 30

Charlotte Bobcats Lady Cats: Saturday, July 17 [Details]
Chicago Bulls Luvabulls: Sunday, August 15th [Details]
Cleveland Cavaliers Cavalier Girl (TBA) [Details]
Dallas Mavericks Dancers: Saturday, July 31st [Details]
Denver Nuggets Dancers: Saturday, August 14th [Details]
Detroit Pistons Automotion (TBA) [Details]
Golden State Warrior Girls: Saturday, July 24th [Details]
Houston Rockets Power Dancers: Sunday, July 11 [Details]
Indiana Pacers Pacemates: Monday, July 12 [Details]
Los Angeles Clippers Spirit: Saturday, July 10 [Details]
Los Angeles Lakers Laker Girls: Saturday, July 17 [Details]
Memphis Grizzlies Grizz Girls: Saturday, July 10 [Details]
Miami Heat Dancers: Sunday, July 25 [Details]
Milwaukee Bucks Energee!: Tuesday, July 27 [Details]
Minnesota Timberwolves Dance Team (TBA)
New York Knicks City Dancers: Saturday, July 17 [Details]
Nets Dancers: Saturday, June 19 [Details]
New Orleans Honeybees: Saturday, July 17 [Details]
Oklahoma City Thunder Girls (TBA) [Details]
Orlando Magic Dancers: Satuday, July 3 [Details]
Philadelphia Sixers Dancers: Saturday, June 26 [Details]
Phoenix Suns Dancers (TBA) [Details]
Portland Trailblazers BlazerDancers: Saturday, July 10 [Details]
Sacramento Kings Dance Team: Sunday, July 18 [Details]
San Antonio Spurs Silver Dancers: Saturday, July 24th [Details]
Toronto Raptors Dance Pak: Saturday, July 24th [Details]
Utah Jazz Dancers: Saturday, July 10th [Details]
Washington Wizards Wizard Girls: Saturday, June 12th [Details]

NBA D-League Dance Teams

Austin Toros Capital City Dancers (TBA)
Bakersfield Jam Dancers: Saturday, August 7 [Details]
Dakota Wizards Dance Team (TBA)
Erie BayHawks Dance Team (TBA)
Fort Wayne Madame Ants (TBA)
Idaho Stampede Spirit Dance Team: Friday July 30 [Details]
Iowa Voltage High Energy Dance Team (TBA)
Maine Red Claws Dance Team: Sunday, June 6 [Details]
New Mexico ThunderBirds Storm Chasers (TBA)
Reno Big Horns Dance Team (TBA)
Rio Grande Valley Snake Charmers (TBA)
Sioux Falls Skyleaders: Saturday, June 19 [Details]
Springfield (Mass) Armorettes (TBA)
Texas Legends Dance Team (TBA)
Tulsa 66ers Dance Team (TBA)
Utah Flash Pinnacle Dancers (TBA)

More information here.

Phil reports:

On a warm yet windy day in Western NY, the Buffalo Bills held an open mini-camp practice for the fans for the first time since 2004. Diehard fans tailgated before heading into the stadium through Gates 2 and 3 where they were greeted by 22 members of the 43-girl Buffalo Jills squad, who handed out Bills rosters and schedules to the incoming fans as well as posing for photos and signing autographs. The Jills then took to the field to perform for the announced crowd of 4500 of Bills faithful for the first time this season, which allowed several rookies to get the nervousness out if their systems. Judging from their performance and the crowd’s reaction, their hard work the past 2 months has been well worth the effort.

Much more at the Buffalo Pro Cheer Blog.

Preliminary Auditions are open to the public this year!

OPEN AUDITIONS:
STATE FAIR – SUNDAY , July 18
Registration: 4:00pm

FREE ADMISSION TO STATE FAIR FOR AUDITIONERS

State Fair – Main Gate
1600 Exposition Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95815

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:

CALL BACKS & INTERVIEWS:
ARCO Arena – Monday, July 19
Interview appointments start at 9:00am

CALLBACK & INTERVIEW REQUIREMENTS:

[Register here]

American Stage Theatre Company continues its experimental “After Hours” Series with their 3rd Sunday Comedy Night performance of the high concept comedy show, ODD MAN OUT, Sunday, June 20 at 8 p.m. Tickets are “Pay What You Can” at the door and $15 in advance.

This hilariously provocative show follows three spirited comediennes who have just introduced a new member into their show, an odd man out named Larry who isn’t a good fit with the sassy ladies. A collection of funny scenes, sexy dance numbers, videos and improvisational premises, ODD MAN OUT promises to be the experimental must see hit of the year.

ODD MAN OUT stars Jannette Sepwa as the urban word slinging mama, Dah-mo-neek; Second City alumni Kimberly McVicar as Candy, the ex-Playboy-bunny-turned-comedienne-turned-all-around-idiot; Victoria Vodar as Alexis, the gorgeous Harvard graduate with a penchant for punishing all men…with her comedy; and Upright Citizens Brigade veteran Larry Bukovey as the odd man out.

“As directed by Ricky Wayne (THE DUMB SHOW), ODD MAN OUT is that perfect experimental piece of theatre that is funny, edgy and just boarding on being a little too sexy,” said Todd Olson, American Stage’s producing artistic director.

Performances and ticket prices are as follows:
Sunday, June 20 at 8 p.m.

Tickets prices are “Pay What You Can” at the door and $15 in advance.

Please call the American Stage Box Office at (727) 823-PLAY (7529)
or go to www.americanstage.org for more information and to purchase tickets.

American Stage Theatre Company is located at the Raymond James Theatre, 163 3rd Street North in the heart of downtown St. Petersburg, Florida.

By Spc. Cassandra Monroe
135th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment, 3rd Infantry Division PAO

CONTINGENCY OPERATING BASE SPEICHER, Iraq – A plate of stir-fry and burgers wasn’t the only thing drawing service members and civilians to the North Dining Facility at Contingency Operating Base Speicher, June 5.

The eager crowd lined up for a chance to meet and greet five New Orleans Saints cheerleaders. The cheerleaders, named the “Saintsations,” have toured many different military bases to provide entertainment for the U.S. military stationed overseas.

“We’re here to entertain troops and bring smiles to faces and check out the scenery,” said Saintsations cheerleader Amanda Thompson. “The troops sacrifice a lot being over here, and I think that it’s important for entertainers to come over and show support and bring a little taste of back home.”

The cheerleaders visited the South Dining Facility and took a tour around the base. They ended their tour of COB Speicher at the North Dining Facility, just in time for dinner.

Service members lined up to take photos with the fiery ladies and get signed autographs. Individuals also brought in their own paraphernalia, such as a
New Orleans Saints football jersey and even a reflective belt.

After the meet and greet with the troops, the cheerleaders performed sideline routines, to the beat of crowd-pumping music.

“This is great,” said Capt. Ryan Frye, a logistician with 1st Infantry Division and native of Orlando, Fla. “Getting National Football League cheerleaders here gets us away from work and is a good stress reliever.”

Courtney Harper, a Saintsations cheerleader, agreed that having entertainers visit troops in warzones helps keep morale up.

“Soldiers lose touch with what’s in their own country, so you come over here to boost that morale up and to give them back that confidence and something to look forward to,” she said. “These performances are extra special to me because I know that I can walk into a room with thousands of Soldiers and it puts a smile on every single one of their faces. I know how it affects your mood and it just improves your day.”

It gets the Soldiers away from the same run-of-the-mill operations, said Capt. Gustavo Madrigal, an electronic warfare officer with 1st Engineer Battalion, 36th Engineer Brigade. Just by them being here, it builds up morale and shows that they care.

After making their mark for the troops, both on paper and in their hearts, the girls took the time to reflect on how the visits to the troops affect them and why they’re worthwhile.

To Thompson, performing for the troops in a different country is an honor and makes her realize how small the world is.

“I ran into a Soldier in Kuwait that went to school with a couple of girls that are on our team back at home, and he knew them personally,” she said. “I’ve run into a lot of people from Louisiana, Alabama, so it’s really interesting because you’re halfway around the world, and you get to talk to people who are from your hometown and get to share stories.”

For Harper, her trip to meet the troops on this side of the world hit closer to home than expected.

“I have family in the military, so it’s good to give back to those who serve our country,” she said. “It just brings back memories of all the stories that were told to me when I was younger. [My family members] are so proud of what we do now over here, supporting you all.”

The cheerleaders previously stopped in Kuwait and are scheduled to visit different bases across Iraq over the next week.

Find out what it takes to be a Richmond Lady Raiders dancer and cheerleader!

Audition workshops begin this Saturday, June 12, from 1:00-3:00pm at Victory Lady Fitness-Westend. Please see the audition schedule below, or visit www.richmondraidersprofootball.com.

Lady Raiders Dance Team Workshop
Saturday, June 12, 2010, 1:00-3:00pm
Audition workshops are optional but very helpful to learn about the audition process, from dance style to fitness to communication to glamour.

* Dates: Saturday, June 12 and Saturday, July 10
* Times: 1:00-3:00pm
* Location: Victory Lady Fitness Center, 9699-D West Broad Street, Glen Allen, Va. 23060
* Attire: Dancewear, tennis shoes or dance shoes
* Eligible: Must be 16 years of age or older (note audition candidates must be 18 years of age by August 1, 2010
* Cost: $15.00 per workshop, cash or checks payable to Richmond Raiders
* RSVP: Contact Laura Eilers at ladyraidersdanceteam@gmail.com

Over the weekend the UFL held the first of their Cheerleading Auditions.

Here’s video from the Sacramento Mountain Lions Tryouts:

And here’s the Las Vegas Locomotives Auditions: