BALLET

PRE-BALLET/JAZZ/TAP COMBO with Ms Jessica

Tuesdays 4:15 - 5:15 5-6 yrs old

An introduction to these basics using methods designed for young imaginative minds and bodies. Students are given the opportunity to move, stretch, and improve self-confidence while being introduced to basic ballet and tap concepts, body alignment, posture, balance, motor skills, as well as develop self-expression through creative movement. These classes emphasize proper placement, vocabulary, etiquette, as well as jazz, tap and ballet-based improvisation. 

BALLET I   with Ms Emmanuella

Mondays 4:45 - 5:45 7 yrs & up  

This introductory class begins with exercises at the barre to warm, stretch and strengthen muscles, practice proper body placement, and build technique. Across the floor and center work follows, emphasizing the techniques practiced at the barre. 

BALLET II with Ms Emmanuella

Mondays 6:45 - 7:45

Audition required for placement in this class. This intermediate ballet class builds on the technique and concepts learned in Ballet I focusing on terminology, proper alignment, turn out, posture, combination execution, musicality, and graceful power. 

POINTE with Ms Emmanuella

Mondays 7:45 - 8:15

Pointe Class is designed for students ages 11 and up and can be taken on flat or in pointe shoes at the instructors discretion. All pointe classes are designed for students with previous ballet training. Students will utilize previously learned ballet technique while working in pointe shoes. Each class includes barre exercises, center floor work and across the floor combinations. These exercises focus on strengthening the feet and ankles. Dancers must have instructor approval for this class and must be enrolled in an additional ballet class. 

AUDITION INTENSIVE with Ms Kira

Tuesdays 7:00 - 8:00 5th - 12th grade

Students will work on audition techniques whether for StarStruck shows, community theater, or college BFA programs.
They will work on 16 and/or 32 bar cuts of music, build a repertoire of monologues, and learn how to be their best selves at a dance call. Mock auditions will be held. Feedback will be given. Students will have the ability to build their “book” well gaining confidence and mastery.