Review: DO YOU WANNA DANCE? at FMCT / The Hjemkomst Center

Do you wanna dance? That’s the question—and the irresistible invitation—being posed at FMCT right now. Running through August 17th, this lively jukebox-style musical by Mark Brymer, directed and choreographed by Patrick Kasper, is an all-out celebration of music, movement, and sheer joy.

Packed with a playlist of instantly recognizable hits—Dancing in the Street, Neutron Dance, Bust a Move, Walking on Sunshine, Boogie Wonderland, and more—the show is a non-stop party for both cast and audience.

Even before the main story begins, the pre-show sets the tone at full throttle. It opens with the dazzling tap duo Pateo (Patrick Kasper & Mateo Leslie), whose chemistry and precision are a treat to watch. I can’t believe this was my first time seeing them share the stage—it won’t be my last.

From there, husband-and-wife team Kristina & Zachary Lutz light up the stage with a playful, high-energy take on You’re the One That I Want from Grease. Then it’s back to Pateo for the clever and crowd-pleasing Pateo Rap, complete with Mateo showing off his drumming chops.

Kristina Lutz takes a spotlight moment with a soulful, heartfelt rendition of Be My Baby—originally released in 1963 by The Ronettes—before the pre-show wraps up in style. The “Blues Brothers,” portrayed by Zachary Lutz, Luke Skinner, and Josh Tappe (with a little extra Pateo flair), deliver a rollicking Soul Man that has the audience grinning from ear to ear.

Once the main show kicks off, the entire ensemble comes together for a vibrant Dancing in the Street. Highlights keep coming: Your Mama Don’t Dance featuring Josh Tappe & Olivia Desing; the title number Do You Wanna Dance with Pax & Luke Skinner; and a sunny, feel-good Walking on Sunshine led by Josie Cass, Pax Skinner & Olivia Desing.

The energy never dips, with full-cast showstoppers like Shake Your Groove Thing, Boogie Wonderland, Neutron Dance, and Bust a Move ensuring the momentum stays sky-high.

If you’re looking for a performance that will have you smiling, singing along, and maybe even dancing in your seat, this is the one. It’s bright, fast-paced, and family-friendly—short enough to keep the little ones engaged, but packed with enough music and movement to leave everyone feeling uplifted.

So the only question I have is—do you wanna dance?

FMCT’s Do You Wanna Dance? isn’t just a show—it’s a party you don’t want to miss.