It was 1984 and Michael Jackson was on the top of the charts. The many songs from his 'Thriller' album inspired almost every kid in my high school to attempt some sort of breakdancing. I had even mastered some moves, including MJ's signature 'moonwalk'.

For a noon-hour event, my high school had decided to have a Michael Jackson / Breakdancing Competition. My best friend, Kirk, and I decided to sign up to perform our version of 'Thriller'. We knew most of the zombie dance moves from the infamou...