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2008-2009

What is The Dance Company?

The Dance Company is a group of dedicated, dynamic and versatile young people at the Tricia Sloan Dance Center, who enjoy and love the art form of DANCE. 

The members of Dance Company take several required classes each week building a strong technique.  At the weekly company rehearsals new choreography that includes, hip-hop, lyrical, musical theater, etc., is taught and then performed throughout the year.

Their ages range from 7-18.  

If you love to dance and perform, then you will love
to be in the TSDC  Dance Company.

What is the mission of the Dance Company?  The mission of the Dance Company is to  have each member...
       * fully develop the their dance techniques & abilities
       * acquire the sense of dance and performing ability
       * provide participation in many dance/theatrical programs
       * gain confidence & valuable experience while working
            with professional performers and choreographers 
What is the composition of the Dance Company? TSDC Dance Company consists of 5 divisions:
    1. Mini
    2. Petite
    3. Intermediate
    4. Junior
    5. Senior
What are the requirements in becoming a member?
  • Members are required to take a minimum number of classes per week.  These requirements are based on the division you are in.
    (NOTE: When taking 2 or more classes your tuition is discounted.) 

        Mini: (Levels 5-6) 

    Take the following classes each week:
          ●  1 ballet

    Plus attend one weekly Dance Company rehearsal 

        Petite: (Levels 6-7) 

    Take the following classes each week:
          ●  1 ballet
          ●  1 tap

    Plus attend one weekly 1 hour Dance Company rehearsal

        Intermediate: (Levels 8 & 9)

    Take the following classes each week:
            ●  2 Ballets
            ●  1 Modern

            ●  1 Tap

    Plus attend one weekly 2 hour Dance Company rehearsal

       Junior: (Level 10)

    Take the following classes each week:

            ●  3 Ballets

            ●  1 Modern

            ●  1 Tap

    1 of your choice from the following:

            ●  Jazz Funk

            ●  Lyrical

            ●  Ballet

            ●  Pointe

    Plus attend one weekly 2 hour Dance Company rehearsal.

      Senior: (Levels 11-12)

    Take the following classes each week:

            ●  3 Ballets

            ●  1 Modern

            ●  1 Tap

    2 of your choice from the following:

            ●  Jazz Funk

            ●  Lyrical

            ●  Ballet

            ●  Pointe

    Plus attend one weekly 2 hour Dance Company rehearsal.

What are the benefits of becoming a member?
  • The opportunity to work with professional guest teachers, dancers, choreographers, directors and producers.

  • Attend Manhattan Dance Project
          (2 day workshop & performance showcase in Philadelphia).
           2008 dates to be announced

  • Featured performances in annual TSDC Recital

  • First consideration for roles in all TSDC Productions such as Nutcracker.

  • Present your dancing talents appearing around the county in various  performances venues and area competitions.  

  • Gain an everlasting love and appreciation of Dance, one of the greatest forms of live art.

  • Camaraderie and friendships with an outstanding group of positive, dedicated and disciplined young people.

  • Extensive & intensive dance training at extremely affordable tuition rates.

When can you join?
  • During the Fall enrollment period 
  • August 5th thru September 15th, 2008
How do you join?
  • Anyone interested in joining should speak directly with Tricia Sloan.
What is the cost?
  • COMPANY DUES are only  $20 per month

What do you wear? Members are required to wear all black dancewear to rehearsals.  Certain rehearsals are set aside when you may wear any color leotard.
These dates will be posted.
When are the rehearsals?

All company rehearsals are on Saturday as follows:

        ●  Minis:  10 AM to 11 AM

        ●  Petites:  11 AM to 12 Noon

        ●  Intermediates:  12 Noon to 2 PM

        ●  Juniors: 1 PM to 3 PM

        ●  Seniors: 1 PM to 3 PM

Dance Company Officers

Members elect the following officers to lead each company:

  • 2 Mini Officers
  • 2 Petite Officers
  • 2 Intermediate Officers
  • 2 Junior Officers
  • 2 Senior Officers

From Senior Company

  • 1 Secretary
  • 1 Treasurer
  • 1 Vice President
  • 1 President

2008/09 Appearances

  • Dance Company Spring Show
    May or June 2009 - Rowan University

  • Manhattan Dance Project Showcase   Philadelphia, PA
    March 2009
    Specific Dates to be Determined

  • Riversharks   Camden, NJ
    Spring 2009
    Specific Date to be determined

Past
Company
Appearances

  • Dance Company Spring Show
    May 18, 2008 - Rowan University
    June 2, 2007 - Gloucester County College (2 shows)
    June 11, 2006 - Adelphia's Restaurant  12 noon-5 PM

  • Manhattan Dance Project Showcase   Philadelphia, PA
    March 7, 8, 9 2008
    March 2, 3, 4 2007
    Feb 10, 11, 12, 2006

  • Riversharks Baseball Club   Camden, NJ
    June 2008
     May 2007

  • Riverwinds    West Deptford, NJ
    Sunday June  2005

  • Pine Hill Country Club   Pine Hill, NJ
    Cancer Benefit sponsored by Longaberger Basket Company
    Sunday August 21st, 2005

  • Miss Gloucester County Scholarship Pageant
    Saturday August 20th, 2005 @ Rowan University - Wilson Concert Hall

Date of Last Revision  July 24, 2008
 

   
 
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