STUDENTS OF ACEADEMY OF DANCE ARTS TO COMPETE IN NATIONAL COMPETITION

Rebecca and Ryan Keller, students at the Academy of DanceArts in Cape Girardeau, will be compet~ing in a national talent competition in July after placing in a regional showcase in St. Louis.

The Kellers competed in the All American Talent Show Case. Over 300 participants performed during the two-day event.

Ryan Keller, who will be a third grader next fall at Alma Schrader Elementary School, sang a vocal solo and was awarded a first place trophy.

Rebecca Keller, who will be a fifth grade student, re~ceived second place for her song and dance routine.

First and second place winners at the regional competition are eligible to compete at the national level in Houston, Texas.

Among judges at the national contest will be Tony Selznick, who will be looking for talent for the television program, "Star Search '94."