Dancing with The Arc Stars
Dancing With The Arc Stars continues to be a shining example of bringing local leaders and businesses together to do something extraordinary for people served by The Arc of Washington County. The evening starts with dance performances by students at Barbara Ingram’s School of Dance and Ballet and All That Jazz. Followed by three dance performances, choreographed by owner of Ballet and All That Jazz, Lorna Shaffer, and former DWTAS contestant Mary Teal Medina.
Three teams practice the dances throughout the summer and early fall all while fundraising to remove financial barriers for the people supported by The Arc of Washington County. At the end of the night, one team is awarded the crystal disco ball. However, the ultimate prize is given to the people supported by the organization.
Tickets on sale soon!
Save the Date!
October 17, 2026
5:30pm
Sponsorships
With preference seating and significant recognition, sponsorship is the best way to ensure your company has platinum seats with meaningful support.
Proceeds from this event go into the organization’s Empowering Lives Fund which provide medical support to individuals supported by the organization, extracurricular opportunities off campus, on campus enrichment activities, holiday meals and gifts, and much more. Learn more about the impact of your support.
For sponsorship details, please contact Alli Lanham via email at ALanham@arcwc-md.org or call (301) 730-3299.
2026 Sponsorships available in early Spring 2026.
Watch last year’s dance!
Read about Dancing with The Arc Stars (DWTAS) from previous years:
A warm thank you!
We’d also like to extend a very special thank you to all the amazing team of volunteers with their dedication and support!
DANCE COACHES
Butch & Roberta Bloxom
Ranelle Flurie
Mary Teal Medina
Lorna Shaffer
The Arc of Washington County, Inc. (Arc/WC) is a charitable non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization advocating for the rights and full participation of all children and adults with cognitive, intellectual and developmental disabilities in our community. It is governed by a Board of Directors elected from its membership.
SPONSORSHIP COMMITTEE
Blackie Bowen
Scott Bowen
Ashton Vattelana
Matthew Andrews
Cort Meinelschmidt
Richie Holzapfel
Heath Hykes
Troy Van Scoyoc
Mike Kipe
Sandra Miles
Allison Lanham
EVENT EMCEE
Paul Frey
“I look forward to this event every year. So much talented fun for such a good cause!”
