Moxie Dance Collective, a recently launched dance group in Eugene, presents their first production, Broadway After Dark, May 18, with familiar Broadway show dance numbers saluting Broadway’s sexy side. Co-founders Kendra Lady and Hannah Flier wanted Moxie to provide adults who previously danced or who have always wanted to try an opportunity not only to perform but to choreograph their own pieces. Lady, who graduated with a degree in dance from the University of Oregon School of Music and Dance and teaches dance at Rebelle Studios in Eugene, says Broadway After Dark will feature jazz-influenced choreography, especially heels dance, which according to Lady, can integrate aspects of hip hop popular on Broadway shows. Broadway fans may recognize heels-style dance from Chicago. And while burlesque influences the evening, Lady and Flier stress the inspiration was musical theater. As well as Chicago, Broadway After Dark will showcase numbers from RENT, Moulin Rouge and Six and Heathers: The Musical. With Moxie, Lady says, “We hoped to create a collective focused on heels, burlesque and jazz, where adults of all ages and skill levels could come together and learn pieces and choreograph and perform. Performing opportunities for adults are uncommon, especially for adults who are returning to dance after maybe taking a break for a long time.” Springfield’s Overlap Self-Care Superstore, an all-inclusive adult product store, will sell during the evening’s performances.

Moxie Dance Collective’s Broadway after Dark is 9 pm Sunday, May 18, at John Henry’s, 881 Willamette Street. Tickets are $10, and the show is 21-plus. For more information about Moxie Dance Collective, visit @moxiedancecollective541 on Instagram or Moxie Dance Collective on Facebook.