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BE SURE TO PRINT YOUR PERFORMANCE HANDBOOKS FROM THE WEBSITE!!!!
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T-SHIRT ORDERS!
We will be ordering recital t-shirts as in the past. The deadline for ordering shirts is April 15th.
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Dancers of the Month
Jacky Niarhos
Audrey Dascomb
Jacky takes the Teen Contemporary and Hip Hop classes on Wednesdays. She has had a great attitude in class lately and has been accepting the challenges of contemporary, which is new for her this year. Jacky has been making great progress with the style, technique, and vocabulary of her new class. It has been great to watch her push her limits in class!
This is Audrey's 5th year of dance. She takes the beginning level ballet, tap, and jazz classes, and she also performed in our Holiday Concert in December. She has been making great progress with her ballet technique (her favorite class!) in her first year of an hour-long ballet class. Audrey has also been making great strides in her execution and speed in tap and her style in jazz. She has been working so hard and is determined to get things right.
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Join us on Facebook!
The studio page is a great way to stay up-to-date with events, information, and photos. Click on the link above and join us on Facebook today! |
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Happy March Birthdays
Danielle Boucher, Norm Boucher, Addison Chandler, Courtney Fortin, Kalyn Khachadourian, Thuy Nguyen, Lillian Sullivan, Annika Stratemeyer
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Dads Wanted!
It's that time of year again! Calling all dancing dads - WE NEED YOU! Rehearsals will be on Wednesday evenings from 8:00-9:00pm, starting in May. Sign up on the bulletin board! Song: "White & Nerdy" by Weird Al Yankovic!
Rehearsal Dates: May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 (only 5 dates!!!!)
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Parent Corner
I highly recommend checking out Think Fun games. Their toys are very educational, geared for all ages, and encourage logical thinking and reasoning. Another great perk is that many of the games come in a travel bag to take along whereever you go. My kids love them!
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Fall Schedule
The fall schedule will be in your files in early April.
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Greetings!
Choreography has begun!!!! Attendance from this point on is very important to ensure that the classes progress, dances are finished and there is time to polish the performances! Practicing at home is very helpful (though we don't encourage tapping on your floors in tap shoes - socks are fine!).
In an effort to keep costs down, performance handbooks are online this year. You will need the code Studio73 to access the information. Please print the packet as all of your questions will likely have answers in the packet. There will be a handbook on display on the bulletin board at the studio for your convenience. We have put individual family reports in your files at the studio along with merchandise order forms. PLEASE take these home and take action as needed. Registration has begun for summer programs. We offer many financial incentives, which ease summer payments for families. By registering before classes end, we can better plan for our programs and purchase necessary supplies.
Upcoming event:
- Tap 2 You - Sun. March 4th - tap classes in Lowell (no travel, no hotel, local, inexpensive!!!!)
Summer Calendar Summer Program Guide Summer Webpage |
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CANDY LAND 2012
We had our first (and one of many to come) Candy Land workshop and it was a BLAST!!!! The kids made their own Candy Land game complete with a trail, gumdrop mountain, lollipop lane, gingerbread mountain, peppermint forest and King Kandy's castle. We're already planning our next kidventure!
See all photos in the
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BEACH WEEK 2012
Thank you to all of the dancers, demonstrators/assistants, and faculty for embracing the spirit of Beach Week! I came up with the idea for Beach Week a couple years ago to break out of the winter doldrums and to transition into the choreography phase of the season. This year most everyone wore some kind of beach attire and we had a great time with our non-traditional classes! Winner's from this year's Beach Week:
- Amazing hula hoopers - Michael Dascomb, Makayla Hite, Kayla Story, Audrey Dascomb, Alex Smith, Thuy Nguyen, Amanda Untracht, Shannon Riccio, Charlene Claus, Madison Boudreau
- Amazing limbo talent - Makayla Hite, Kayla Story, Alyssa Towle, Juliana Jackson, Clio Pappas, Sarah Bernyk, Amber Bean, Jessie Wang, Taylore Pollard
- Exceptional wardrobe - Sarah Tassinari, Madison Boudreau, Michael Dascomb, Halianna Gacek, Sarah Pontbriant, Clio Pappas
Sarah, Madison - Beach Week 2012 Winners
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Performance Handbooks
Performance handbooks are online now! Click the link and then click on the photo to the right that says Performance Handbook 2012. You will need a code to access the information - Studio73 (same password as Shutterfly Photo Journal). Everything you need to know about the recital is in there:
- recital checklist
- Westford Academy info
- general info
- audience etiquette
- backstage procedures
- tickets
- costumes
- hair, makeup, jewelry
- backstage volunteers
- show format, finale
- video & photo policies
- photo shoot info
- recital package order form
- contact info
- performance preparation
- volunteer form
- dates to remember chart
PRINT AND SAVE YOUR HANDBOOK!!!!! Also, check your files for your family report which includes the following information:
- your family schedule for picture day
- tights needed for your family
- when your family's dances are in the recital
I can't say it enough - save the information as nearly every question you could possibly have is answered in there! It is very thorough and will help you get organized!
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Downtown Dancewear
Saturday March 31st, 9-11am
Downtown Dancewear will be at the studio on Saturday, March 31st selling tights and taking orders for any recital needs you have (check your recital packet for tight colors):
- tights
- camisole leotards
- shoes
- undergarments
- accessories
- etc!!!
Orders will be delivered to the studio once they arrive. Take advantage of the opportunity and save a trip to a dance store! We have order forms that you can fill out ahead of time!
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Summer Dance Programs
Schedules are set!
- Kiddie (age 4-7 approx) - 9am-noon
- Junior dancers (age 7-10 approx) - noon to 4 pm
These summer dance sessions were created to provide an additional performance opportunity for dancers at the holidays - something different than the many local versions of the Nutcracker and something that gives back to the community. Most dancers who begin in the Kiddie Dance program continue with the program and become members of the Dance Expressions Ensemble (DEE). The DEE performs exclusively for community charitable events including Project Santa every year. Note that there are no auditions required to be a DEE member. Participants in the above summer sessions may perform in our annual (free) Happy Holidays Concert in December which benefits area food pantries and the Toys for Tots campaign. Prior dance experience is necessary. Keeping summer vacations in mind, each program meets one week only from Monday to Thursday (DEE meets M-F with a sleepover and So You Think You Can Dance show on Thursday evening). The Kiddie and Junior sessions have a theme with corresponding arts & crafts projects. Past themes have included Swan Lake, Nutcracker, Carnival, and Circus - this year it will be HOLIDAYS. We provide FREE rehearsals in the fall (schedule is approximately every other Friday beginning at the end of September, except the DEE who will have one additional Friday rehearsal before classes start in September) to prepare for the show. Why participate? Dancer's benefits:
- additional performance opportunity beyond the annual year-end show
- learn new repertoire which applies techniques and skills - dancers advance more quickly
- camaraderie, team work, cooperation
- free fall rehearsals
- give back to the community
Summer schedule includes contemporary, hip hop, adult tap, and yoga classes. Classes can be prorated for vacations.
The Dance Teacher Prep Course is for dedicated dancers aspiring to assist with classes and/or teach dance in the future.
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Other Summer Programs
Here are some more summer programs for boys and girls of all ages!
A new series of workshops for both girls and boys. Lots of unique and fun games, crafts & snacks relating to the theme of the week.
- Plundering Pirates - July 17-19 - 9am-noon
Everything pirates... Fun includes scavenger hunt, treasure maps, pirate attire, treasure chests, pirate speak, walk the plank, pirate games and so much more.
- DEU Olympics - July 31-August 2 - 9am-noon
DEU will host its own Olympics to celebrate the London 2012 Olympic Games. Sports, flags, relays, designing a new Olympic game, culture, and more.
- Destination Disney - August 14-16 - 9am-noon
This week will present all things Disney - from princesses to movies to theme parks. Fishes for Nemo, monsters from Monsters Inc, Gak for Flubber, speedway for Cars, and more!
August 14-16 - 1pm-4pm
Spend a week in the Forbidden Forest of Hogwarts where a summer program awaits full of adventure, Quidditch, muggle magic, mind reading, dueling, horcruxes, patronus, owls, dark arts, wands, potions and much more. No dance experience necessary.
- Construction Zone (July 9-13)
- Party in the USA (August 6-10)
The CAP's daily activities include dance, music, and art segments based on the above themes. Save $50 if registering for both sessions.
Free Technique Week
We strongly encourage all intermediate and advanced level dancers to participate in classes over the summer as they lose some of the progress they gain during the school year. As such, this year we are offering a FREE week of technique classes the first week of September to jumpstart the fall season. Only intermediate and advanced level dancers who participate in a summer class or program are eligible.
FREE Technique Week - September 4-6, 2012 - Schedule TBA
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Tap2You
March 4, 2012 - Lowell Memorial Auditorium
Aaron Tolson (from Manchester, NH) and Derrick K. Grant (from Boston, MA) are bring a tap competition and convention to Lowell, MA on Sunday March 4th. There are several classes as well as a showcase at 6:30pm. Classes take place at the Lowell Memorial Auditorium:
- 12:00-1:00pm - intermediate
- 1:00-2:00pm - intermediate
- 2:00-3:00pm - intermediate
- 3:00-4:00pm - advanced
- 4:00-5:00pm - advanced
- 5:00-6:00pm - advanced
This is another great opportunity to take some master classes with experts in the field - and no travel expenses (Lowell!!!). I always encourage my dancers to take additional classes when the opportunities arise - especially from professionals. I have seen Aaron's tap ensemble (mostly kids/teens) perform on a couple of occasions and was VERY impressed - he is talented as are his dancers and he has such a great rapport with his troupe. I saw Derrick perform in Bring in 'da Noise, Bring in 'da Funk - Savion Glover's tap Broadway sensation - another talented tapper.
If you are interested, let me know. I will be watching and/or taking classes! Dedicated tappers - don't miss this opportunity!
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Interested in dancing in NYC this summer?
Int/Adv Dancers - Are you interested in going to NYC for a day/weekend this summer? There is a NYC dance workshop package that looks like would be a lot of fun - and a great opportunity! There are three weekends available: June 23-24, June 30-July 1, or July 7-8. There is an option to do either the Saturday class, the Sunday, or both.
Saturday - "Broadway Bound Experience" - $119 per dancer
- Meet-the-Artist Broadway Jazz Workshop - This is a 2-hour program where dancers can take class and interact with a leading dancer from a current Broadway show.
- The Business of Show Business - This is a 1-hour session that features a private performance, backstage anecdotes, memorable career moments, and more.
Sunday - "A Day in the Life of a Professional Dancer" - $139 per dancer
- This is a full day of dance where we can study with 5 of New York's most accomplished artists. Classes would include: tap with a Rockette, ballet with a principal artist from NYC Ballet, jazz with a principle Broadway dancer, jazz with a principle Alvin Ailey dancer, and hip hop with a Monster.
Both Saturday and Sunday - $208 per dancer
This would be a great opportunity - especially since we missed out on going to NYC in December due to scheduling. Please let me know ASAP if you are interested and which dates you would be available.
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Important Dates & Deadlines
Please be conscientious and take prompt action regarding signing up for things and ordering recital packages. I often have had many people neglect to sign up on the bulletin board as a 5 or 10 year student. With the amount of work to be done at year's end in preparation for the annual performance, I must place orders over April vacation to ensure that shipments arrive in time. There will be no second orders for awards once the signup deadline has passed. Nor will there be any extras ordered. I accept no responsibility for omissions on signup sheets. Please take note of the following important dates & deadlines as well as the calendar below.
March 31 - Downtown Dancewear taking recital orders (9-11am)
April 15
- Program ads due
- Sign up for 5 & 10 & 15 year awards
- Sign up for perfect attendance
- Sign up for Dads dance
- T-shirt orders due today (no exceptions)
April 30
- Coupon expires for summer gift certificates
- Final day checks are accepted for this dance season (checks are okay for summer & fall ...)
- Final tuition payment due today
May 6 - Ticket Sales - 10am-noon
May 7-12 - Parent Observation Week & Costume Distribution Week
May 15 - FREE Fall 2012 registration offer expires today Note: if you are interested in a recital t-shirt, fill out the colorful flyer on the last page of the Performance Handbook and include your size on the form (there is no designated space for it). Payment and form must be submitted by April 15th. |
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Calendar
March 4, 2012 (Sun) Tap2You - Lowell, MA (convention) Apr. 16-21, 2012 APRIL VACATION - NO CLASSES May 6, 2012 (Sun) Ticket Sales May 7-12, 2012 Peek Week & Costume Delivery May 26-28, 2012 MEMORIAL WEEKEND - NO CLASSES June 4, 2012 (Mon) Photo Shoot June 5, 2012 (Tues) Dress Rehearsal (Westford Academy) June 7, 2012 (Thurs) Student Appreciation Day June 9, 2012 (Sat) Performance (Westford Academy) Calendar |
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If you have any questions, please email me or call me at 978-649-2022!
HAPPY ST. PATTY'S DAY!
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