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APDA is proud to present our Inaugural Magic of Hope Celebrity Competition & Gala

Get READY to Dance the Night Away for a Great Cause!

Join us for the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) inaugural fundraiser, Magic of Hope Celebrity Competition & Gala. Watch as local celebrity dancers, along with two dancers living with Parkinson's, team up with professional dance instructors from Arthur Murray Dance Studios for a night of inspiring, high-energy entertainment as they compete for coveted titles of the Inaugural Magic of Hope Champion, Judges' Choice, People's Choice, and more!

How can you help?

  • Vote for Your Favorite Celebrity: Every dollar donated counts as a vote for your favorite team to win the Inaugural Magic of Hope Champion award.
  • Attend the Show: Purchase tickets to the live event on March 19, 2026, at the Bond Ballroom in Hartford, CT. Experience the magic of dance and support a great cause.
  • Can't make it to the live show? Support a dancer by donating today.

By attending, donating, or simply spreading the word, you're helping to foster hope and optimism through APDA's innovative programs, education, support services, and vital research. Let's dance the night away for a world without Parkinson's!

Thursday, March 19, 2026
6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
The Bond Ballroom
Hartford, CT

 

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Meet Our Celebrity Dancer's

Team 1: Caitlin Francis

Team 2: Brooke Goff

Team 3: Dr. Hae-Young Hawong

Team 4: James Beyer

Team 5: Dr. Sara Schaefer

Team 6: Jeff Russell

Team 7: Alyssa Taglia

Team 8: Laini Weitz