The Mount Pleasant High School Tiger Dolls have enjoyed the usual football games, playoff trips, basketball performances, and preparations for their annual spring show this year. But there has been one exciting moment they have been looking forward to all year—a spring break trip to Los Angeles.

The Dolls spent four days in L.A. from March 16-19. On day one they enjoyed a guided tour that covered the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the famous Chinese Theatre, the Dolby Theatre where they were setting up for the Academy Awards, the iconic Hollywood sign, Beverly Hills, Rodeo Drive, and the La Brea Tar Pits and Museum. Day two was a magical day spent at one of the happiest places on earth, Disneyland. Day three included a dance class at Millennium Dance Complex where celebrities including Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake, and Jennifer Lopez have taken classes or held rehearsals, the L.A. Farmer’s Market and The Grove, a VIP tour of Warner Bros. Studios, and concluded with dinner and sightseeing at Santa Monica Pier. Their final day was spent taking another dance class at Millenium Dance Complex and a trip through Grand Central Market.

“I am thrilled we were able to take this trip to Los Angeles,” said Tiger Doll Director, Jaton Broach. “The Tiger Dolls take a big trip every four years, and I was nervous COVID would put a dent in our plans. The looks of awe and wonder and memories made throughout the week will stay with all of us forever. I am so thankful for the dance experiences they had during the trip—the girls really came out of their shells, tried new things, and learned from some of the best in the business. I want to thank Green Light Tour Groups, our administrators and principals, and my Tiger Dolls and parents for this once in a lifetime opportunity.”

Four-year member and Tiger Doll senior, Mackenzie Lide, said, “Not only was dancing at one of the most famous studios and walking down the Hollywood Walk of Fame an incredible experience, but visiting L.A. with my Dolls was an amazing bonding moment for the entire time that I am so grateful for!”

“Traveling is a fantastic way to broaden experiences and put things into perspective by trying new things,” said Tiger Doll Captain, Mary Kait Heeren. “Our Tiger Doll Trip to Los Angeles did just that! My favorite part included the dance classes at Millennium Dance Complex, which provided us with challenging, yet super fun dance styles, that were taught by well-known dance choreographers. With photos of the past celebrities and dancers who have danced at Millennium hanging up, it was inspiring to even walk through the hallways of the Complex. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Los Angeles & Hollywood and would gladly go back if given the opportunity.”

Next up for the Tiger Dolls is their annual spring show on Friday, April 15 and Saturday, April 16 at the Mount Pleasant High School auditorium. This year’s theme is fittingly “California Dolls.” Tickets and programs will go on sale at www.mpisd.net/athletic-tickets on April 1.