WELCOME TO THE SHOW!
Thank you for joining us for the highly anticipated return of Monroe County’s Dancing with the Stars! After a hiatus, we are thrilled to bring back this beloved event, celebrating dance, community, and the joy of live entertainment. Over the years, this production has dazzled audiences, and tonight promises to be no exception!
This year’s event is not just about the performances—it is a benefit for Salt & Light Arts & Education, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing arts and education opportunities for children and adults in our community. Your presence and support help ensure that these valuable programs continue to reach those who might not otherwise have access.
Produced by – Salt & Light
Directed by- Robin Kirkland & Andrea Kirkland Lynn
Choreography by- Robin Kirkland, Andrea Kirkland Lynn, Elijah Sharp
This event benefits the Salt & Light Arts & Education, a 501(c)3, non-profit organization registered in the State of Tennessee
Cast of the Show
YOUR HOSTS:
Doug Richesin & Angie Kyle are back to bring this show to you! Get ready to laugh with these 2 on the mic!
The Competing Stars
#1 – Team Salt N Pepa
Tiffany Hickey & Rodney Phillips
Sponsored by Little Drug
#2 – Team Chicks & Mother Hen
Amy Hicks & Carson Hicks
Sponsored by Jinks Concrete
#3 – Team Built Like A Bank
Tiesha Hurst & Caleb Rikard
Sponsored by Bradley’s Pit BBQ & Bradley’s Sweet Side
#4 – Team Cheetah
Roma Payne & Evan Harris
Sponsored by Chota Comm Health Services, River of Life Church of God, House That Mercy Built
#5 – Team Conga After Dark
Brandalyn Steele & Travis Wade
Sponsored by Travis Wade – Silver Key Realty
#6 – Team Rat Pack
Lydia Haymes & Doug Patterson
Sponsored by Countyside Restuarant, The Patio Italian Restuarant, Dockside Restaurant, The Lazy Beagle
The Judges
Valley Boys
Andrew Kirkland, Greg Lynn, Bryan Hitson, Jeff Cunningham, Noah Smith, Scott Wilson
Past Stars
Andrea Kirkland Lynn, Julia Wilson, Sara Jennings, Cara Bunch, Addison Hickman, Ali Hicks, Azia Cook, Amanda Burchfield, Maria Hitson, Katie Miller, Greg Lynn, Elijah Sharp, Jeff Cunningham, Noah Smith, Bryan Hitson, Andrew Kirkland, Scott Wilson
OUR HEADLINER SPONSORS
Sponsors
Hometown Medical Clinic-Summit Medical Group
Valley Building Supply
Jinks Concrete
Paramount Insurance
Realty Executives Main Street
Scott Wilson
Statemint Monroe
Norman Lee Real Estate
Sweetwater Hospital Association
Jacky Jones Ford of Sweetwater
The Lily Pad Boutique
Advocate Democrat
Sweetwater Flower Shop
The M Salon
Sweetwater School of Cosmetology
Marie Hitson Independent Mary Kay Consultant
Littles Drugs
Legendary 3D
Tamlin Photography
Big Orange Car Wash
Wild Cat Car Wash
Monroe County Chamber of Commerce
Monroe County Tourism
Melissa Browder
Sweetwater City Schools
Shawn’s Chop Shop
Merle Norman Cosmetics Scissors & Combs Salon
First Baptist Sweetwater
Monroe County Coordinated Health
Peoples Bank of East Tennessee
Benefactors
To those that have supported us in many ways over the years, we thank you.
Corky & Teresa McDonald
Doug & Janey Richesin
Sunrise Assembly of God Madisonville
Dr Hash & Fran Kanabar
Joanna Jinks
Kirkland Family Properties Inc
Steve & Diane Sadler
Sam & Dr Tracey Beverley
Bill & Terri Howe
Food & Beverage Sponsors
Sweetwater Valley Farms
A&W Madisonville
KFC Madisonville
Food City Vonore
Miracle Cookie Company
Bradley’s BBQ Sweetwater
Lacey Cakes
Donna’s Old Town Cafe
Sol Azteca
Salt & Light Arts & Education Board Members
Jeni & Johnny Seiler
Jill & Darrin Nichols
Karen & Stuart Sadikoff
Melanie Connaster
Christyn Ross
Andrea & Greg Lynn
Robin Kirkland
Special Thanks
Marie Hitson
Wendy Walker
Brooke Curtis
Gaye Cozart
Dennis Kirkland
Diane Sadler
Abby Cook
Elaine Archer
Karen & Stuart Sadikoff
Kim Vineyard
Alex & Berta Boller
Georg Barth
Crew
Sound- Joel Webb
Integrity Sound Solutions
Lighting – Bailee Boisclair
Videographer – Joseph Fioravanti
Photographer – Tammy Lee – Tamlin Photography
Costume Design – Marie Hitson & Robin Kirkland
Crew- Bryan Hitson, Jeff Cunningham, Andrew Kirkland, Greg Lynn, Jace Lynn, Stuart Sadikoff, Kichal Jennings, Noah Smith, Jason Roy
