Enclosed is a photo of the RNI Dance Troupe;

Pictured above is the Richland Newhope Industries dance troupe: Back from left: Ashli White, Scott Love, Ronnie Eatmon, Stacy Hively. Front from left: Anthony Holbrook, Yvonne Anderson, Andreia White, Sade Smith, Jessica Reinhart. Not pictured: Maggie Smith (Submitted Photo)

MANSFIELD — The Richland Newhope Industries, Inc. (RNI) Dance Troupe will perform its first full recital entitled “Inspirational Stories of Dance” on Thursday, March 31, at the Renaissance Theatre.

“Inspirational Stories of Dance” will give the audience a glimpse into the lives of each dancer, through video, followed by new dance routines.

The RNI Dance Troupe has been performing throughout Ohio for the past seven years, sharing a passion for dance as well as its anti-bullying and disability awareness messages.

Newhope dancers

The RNI Dance Troupe is comprised of 10 individuals who receive supports from the Richland County Board of Developmental Disabilities: Jessica Reinhart, Maggie Smith, Yvonne Anderson, Scott Love, Anthony Holbrook, Ronnie Eatmon, Andria White, Sade Smith, Ashli White, and Stacy Hively.

“Inspirational Stories of Dance” is a free community event and will begin at 6 p.m. at the Renaissance Theatre, 138 Park Ave. West, Mansfield.

Established in 1963, Richland Newhope Industries, Inc. provides services and supports for community employment, industrial services at three production sites, personal and social services, recreational services, and options for seniors.

The Richland County Board of Developmental Disabilities (Richland Newhope) supports more than 1,800 individuals through early intervention, preschool, adult, residential, therapy, transportation, and other family support programs.

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