Troy University’s Department of Theatre and Dance will present its annual spring dance, “Art in Motion: An Exhibit of Soul,” Feb. 26-28 at 7 p.m. and Mar. 1 at 2 p.m. at the Trojan Center Theater.

The production will integrate the art of dance with other art forms, featuring original choreography by TROY dance students. Mikiya Smith, a junior dance major from Little Rock, Ark., hopes that the production encourages the audience to look inward and that they leave feeling inspired.

“A lot of the pieces in this show explore the different connections you can have with others and how it affects your inner world,” Smith said. “I encourage everyone who watches this production to think about their inner world and how it evolves as you move through life.”

“Art in Motion,” which is celebrating its tenth year, is one of two dance productions put on by the department each school year. Smith said there is a lot of work put in by students to make sure that the production is enjoyable and meaningful for anyone who watches.

“I just want to ensure that people continue to pay attention to the arts and artists because they are what can bring you light in dark times,” Smith said.

“I would like to give a shout out to the production team because I just have so much love for them from my level,” Smith continued. “We genuinely work so well together, and I’m so happy with everything we’ve done for this production. It means a lot to me to put on a show that showcases all of the wonderful talent these dancers have to offer, and I’m so excited for everyone to see their artistry onstage.”

Kelsie Williams, a senior dance major from Montgomery, credits her classmates’ dedication and talent for bringing the show to life.

“To work with my classmates means watching them grow into the capable artists that they are to achieve their dreams and goals,” Williams said. “Their artistic abilities and passion for the performing arts are what bring this show to life.”

Williams also shared what she hopes the audience takes away from the production.

“There’s this word, ‘sonder,’ and it’s the realization that everyone you pass by has their own life just as complex and vivid as our own,” Williams said. “I hope that the audience can walk away knowing that what happens in this life is bigger than themselves and ultimately that’s what this production highlights.”

Tickets are $5 for general admission. You can purchase them online at www.troy.edu/theatreanddance. For more information contact the Department of Theatre and Dance by calling 334-808-6142 or emailing theatreanddance@troy.edu.