November 2011

 

STUDIO DANCE ARTS : LEADING THE WAY IN DANCE EDUCATION

Newsletter. Nov.2011
Did you know that SDA was the first studio in the District to introduce the Halftime/Partime Competitive format?

WELCOME SDA

SDA has been very busy these past several months. We had a summer full of recreational and competitive programs, an amazing trip to New York City, opening a Hapkido Championship, starting our new fall programs, choreographing for our new season, hosting workshops, and more! Here is our first newsletter for the 2011/2012 dance season, where you will read all about what's been going on at SDA.

 

sardis dinnerSummer in NYC

July 2011 is one that won't soon be forgotten. We shared an incredible experience as we attended the First Annual Dance Awards and shared once-in-a-lifetime moments that included Broadway. Read more about it. Click here>>>

Thanks Felisha Lindsay for this great photo!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Recreation Summer Camps

This summer we hosted recreational summer camps in Sault Ste. Marie and Elliot Lake. Our camp director Pam Robins led more than 35 youngsters aged 5-11 through recreational dance steps, games, theme parties and more! But pictures say a thousand words. Take a look at our gallery of images from these camps.. 

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Summer Competitive Workshops

In August, SDA hosted two amazing workshops in Elliot Lake and Sault Ste. Marie. We saw some incredible dancing by our students and they got to show off their talents for some very inspirational guest choreographers. Learn more about these classes and check out some videos about the program and see two of our students featured on the news. 

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Guest Faculty at SDA

Since starting out our new season in September, we have had an exciting line-up of guest choreographers and workshops. Guests have included Shanna Cipressi, Missy Ridgway and Barbara Chonin. Coming up this month we will host Jason Luks and Liz Imperio. Our students get a unique opportunity to shine for these leaders in the industry.
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Congratulations Kristin

All of us at SDA want to say congratulations to Kristin DeAmorim on her successful audition and acceptance to the National Ballet School Of Canada! This is the second year in a row that Kristin received this honour. Way to go!

 

 

 

 

 

 

It's November now and we're starting to think about Christmas.

We've got some amazing merchandise to check out that make great gifts for the dancers in your family. We also have a bake sale fundraiser happening right now in support of STUPA. Order your holiday treats today. 

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UPCOMING EVENTS

 

Masquerade Dance

Saturday, November 5 at Salle au Rendez-vous
Tickets $25

The North Shore Parents Association of Dance in Elliot Lake is hosting an exciting evening of mystery and fun in support of our competitive dancers. The night will feature a DJ Dance Party with Absolute Complete Entertainment, a martini bar, hors d'oeuvres and a designated driver. Tickets are available at Oak Realty, Sarich Source for Sports or though Kim Prescott 705-261-0545, Christine Brunet at 705-261-1172 or Raquelle Farquhar at 705-261-1531.

 

 

 

 

 

The King and I

December 7 – 11
Kiwanis Community Theatre Centre

SDA dancers are featured in the Sault Symphony Orchestra's upcoming full-stage production of The King and I. We will be performing the famous "Small House of Uncle Thomas" section staged by Richard Kim and Tania Castellani, and with the Symphony Orchestra playing the score live. Directed by Timothy Murphy and starring Jay Espano, a professional actor from Chicago, this promises to be a breathtaking stage show. You can get your tickets at the Station Mall Box Office, by calling 705-945-7299 or online

 

 

 

 

Jason Luks

November 4 - 6

We are welcoming back Jason Luks from New York this weekend to set tap choreography on our Competitive dancers. Jason Luks graduated from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts wtih a BFA in Dance. Jason is currently a member of Tap Stars, touring through Europe with its inaugural stage in Hamburg, Germany. In 2003, Jason was named the Adult World Tap Champion at the International Dance Organization World Tap Dance Championships held in Riesa, Germany.

 

 

 

 

 

Liz Imperio

November 26 & 27

We are excited to welcome back Liz Imperio to Studio Dance Arts in November as she sets choreography on our dancers. Miss Imperio has choreographed Jennifer Lopez's "Live From Puerto Rico" concert, Gloria Estefan's last 3 world concert tours, two world tours for Madonna, Dancing With The Stars and the finale in the latest season of American Idol. She is one of the most sought after choreographers in the business, and she is coming to work with us! Again!



 

 

 

 

Recycle Your Ink

This is a new initiative developed by our Sault Ste. Marie parent fundraising committee STUPA. There will be a bin located in the lobby of SDA and we encourage all of our parents and students to bring in used ink cartridges and toners from home, work and school. This program is a great new fundraiser to help offset the costs to our Competitive dancers and of course, it also serves to help protect our planet from unnecessary and harmful waste products. Your participation is greatly encouraged and very much appreciated!

 

 

 

 

Thank you for your continued support and dedication to dance!

Stay tuned for our next  newsletter in December 2011

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