Dance Company -
Requirements
2011-2012
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| 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 is taught that includes, jazz funk, lyrical, musical theater,
ballet and tap. These routines are rehearsed and performed in the
annual company show, recitals and special appearances throughout the year.
Dance company members' ages range from 7 through 18.
If you love to dance and perform, then you will love
being a member of 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 7 groups:
1. Teeny (Level 4)
2. Mini (Levels 5 &
6)
3. Petite (Levels 7 & 8)
4. Intermediate (Level 9)
5. Junior (Levels 10 & 11)
6. Senior (Level
12)
7. Elite
(Level Professional I, II, III) |
| 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 your company division.
(NOTE: When taking 2 or more classes your tuition is discounted.)
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Teeny:
(Level 4) |
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● Choice of
Ballet, Ballet/Jazz, Ballet/Lyrical
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Mini:
(Levels 5-6) |
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Take the following
2 classes each week
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1 ballet
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Plus 1
additional
class from a choice of
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Plus attend weekly
1-hour Company rehearsal
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Petite:
(Levels 7 & 8) |
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Take the following
3 classes each week
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1
ballet
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1 tap
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Plus 1
additional
class from a choice of
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Jazz Funk, Tap,
Lyrical, Ballet,
or Musical Theater
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Plus attend weekly
1-hour Company rehearsal
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Intermediate: (Level 9)
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Junior:
(Level 10 & 11)
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Senior: (Level 12)
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Elite: (Professional Level I, II, III)
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** Pointe class does not count as a
ballet requirement but can be used as a choice of an additional
class requirement |
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| What are the
benefits of becoming a member? |
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The opportunity to work with professional guest teachers,
dancers, choreographers, directors and producers.
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Attend
Manhattan
Dance Project
(2 day workshop & performance showcase in
Philadelphia).
2011 dates to be announced
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Perform in annual
Company Showcase at the Pitman Broadway Theater
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Featured
performances in annual TSDC Recital
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First consideration
for roles in all TSDC Productions such as Nutcracker
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Present your dancing talents appearing around the county in
various performances venues and area competitions.
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Gain an everlasting love and appreciation of Dance, one of the
greatest forms of live art.
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Camaraderie and friendships with an outstanding group of
positive, dedicated and disciplined young people.
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Extensive & intensive dance training at extremely
affordable tuition rates.
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| When can you
join? |
- During the Fall enrollment period
- July 1st thru September 15th, 2011
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| How do you join? |
- Anyone interested in joining Dance Company can request
membership by
clicking here
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| What is the cost? |
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| 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
as follows:
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Teeny: Saturday 12:00-1:00
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Mini: Friday 6:30-7:30
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Petite: Friday 7:30-8:30
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Intermediate: Saturday 11:30-1:00
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Junior: Saturday 1:00-3:00
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Senior: Saturday 1:00-3:00 ●
Elite: Saturday 1:00-3:00 |
| Dance Company
Officers |
Members elect the following officers to lead each company:
- 2 Teeny Officers
- 2 Mini Officers
- 2 Petite Officers
- 2 Intermediate Officers
- 2 Junior Officers
- 2 Senior Officers
- 2 Elite Officers
From the Senior & Elite Companies:
- 1 President
- 1 Vice President
- 1 Secretary
- 1 Treasurer
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2011/12 Appearances
& Performances |
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Dance Company Spring Show
May 12, 2012 - Wiliamstown Performing Arts Center
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Manhattan Dance Project Showcase Philadelphia, PA
March/April 2012
Specific Dates to be Determined
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Riversharks Pre-Game
Performance Camden, NJ
May/June 2012
Specific Date to be determined
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Past
Company
Appearances |
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Dance Company Spring Show
May
21, 2012 - Williamstown Performing Arts Center
June 5, 2011 - Broadway Theater of Pitman
May 31, 2009 - Broadway Theater of Pitman
May 18, 2008 - Rowan University
June 2, 2007 - Gloucester County College (2 shows)
June 11, 2006 -
Adelphia's Restaurant 12 noon-5 PM
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Manhattan Dance Project Showcase in Philadelphia, PA
April 2,3 2011
April 16,17,18 2010
April 17,18,19 2009
March 7, 8, 9 2008
March 2, 3, 4 2007
Feb 10, 11, 12, 2006
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Riversharks Baseball Club Camden, NJ
June 4, 2011
May 21, 2010
June 13, 2009
June 7, 2008
May 31, 2007
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Riverwinds Performance West Deptford, NJ
Sunday June 2005
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Pine Hill Country Club
Pine Hill, NJ
Cancer Benefit sponsored by Longaberger Basket Company
Sunday August 21st, 2005
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Miss Gloucester County Scholarship Pageant
Saturday August 20th, 2005 @ Rowan University - Wilson Concert Hall
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Date of Last Revision July 1, 2011 |
