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League City Dance Troupe Expands October Schedule

The Spellbound Dancing Witches perform across the region to raise funds for local historic preservation efforts.

Updated on Oct. 24, 2026 in Dance

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Based in League City, the nonprofit Spellbound Dancing Witches group is marking a busy October with a series of regional performances. The troupe recently tripled its membership during its second season, drawing participants from as far as 85 miles away.

Why it matters

The dance troupe performs to support the restoration of the historic Kempner-League house. By volunteering at area charities and performing at assisted-living facilities, the group contributes to both community engagement and historic preservation.

The troupe currently features 30 members, a tripling of its size since its inaugural season. Rehearsals typically span up to three hours on weekends throughout August and September.

The players

Spellbound Dancing Witches

This is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit dance troupe based in League City that performs to support local historic preservation.

Kempner-League House

This is a local historic structure currently undergoing restoration efforts supported by the funds raised by the dance group.

The details

Members aged 21 and older travel significant distances, including from Beaumont and Conroe, to participate in the group. The troupe performed four times in Galveston last Saturday and continues a packed schedule of regional appearances through the end of the month.

Timeline

  1. Weekend rehearsals for the group occurred throughout August and September.

  2. The troupe completed four performances in Galveston on October 17, 2026.

  3. A performance is scheduled for the Texas City Haunted Warehouse and Mystical Parade on October 24, 2026.

  4. The group will participate in Galveston Dia de los Muertos festivities on October 31, 2026.

  5. Hands-on restoration work at the Kempner-League house is planned for spring 2027.

Industry Dynamics

The group operates under a 501(c)3 nonprofit designation, which is a standard organizational structure for community arts groups seeking to fund historic preservation projects. This status allows the troupe to formalize its charitable activities while building long-term community support for restoration efforts.

Residents and visitors can attend upcoming performances in Texas City and Galveston throughout the remainder of October. The group also intends to expand its performance repertoire by adding Michael Jackson's Thriller to its routine next year.

The takeaway

Community groups often utilize arts-based programming to drive interest and financial support for local historic preservation projects. Participation in these troupes offers residents an active way to contribute to regional history while engaging with local charities.

What happens next

The troupe is scheduled to perform at the Texas City Haunted Warehouse and Mystical Parade on October 24, 2026, followed by Galveston Dia de los Muertos festivities on October 31, 2026.

Further reading

Learn more about local performances on our Dance section.

Source note: This article includes information reported by Chron.

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