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Clowning Around as a Kid Leads to Lifelong Dance Career

Sometimes inspiration can come from unexpected sources. Jay Shefsky has this story.

01/31/2019 | Rating NR

Chicago Tonight

Clowning Around as a Kid Leads to Lifelong Dance Career

Clip: 1/31/2019 | 5m 20sVideo has Closed Captions

Sometimes inspiration can come from unexpected sources. Jay Shefsky has this story.

Jay Shefsky tells the unlikely story of how a beloved local TV show inspired the career of a beloved dancer, choreographer and teacher.

01/31/2019 | Rating NR

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