Wednesday, May 1, 2013

2013 Spring Recital Information


Recital Information

Shows – Sat & Sun, May 25 & 26 1:00 p.m., Sat, May 25 6:00 p.m.

Ticket Sales:

E –Tickets:  Get the best seats from your own home. It’s safe, fast and secure!  Online sales open May 5.   To order, go to:

www.allegrodancearts.com

Box Office:  

Tues. – Thurs. 4:30-7:00 – at the studio

Wed. – Fri., May 22 -24 4:30-7:00

– at Shafer Auditorium

Recital Location:

Shafer Auditorium

Recital Rehearsal Schedule: All rehearsals at Shafer.
Tuesday, May 21 –
4:00-6:30 – #2-6, 8, 11-12
6:30-8:00 – Competition #s
8:00 – 9:00 – 18, 23, 28, 30, 33, 35
 
Wed., May 22 – SAT. A.M. CAST
Thurs., May 23 – SAT. P.M. CAST

Fri., May 24 – SUN. A.M. CAST

4:00-5:00 – #2-12
5:00-6:00 – #13-22

6:00-7:00 – #23-31

7:00-7:45 – #32-37
7:45-9:00 – Comp & Sr. Solos

SAT. & SUN., 1:00 SHOW
Arrive by NOON

SAT. 6:00 SHOW
Arrive by 5:00 p.m.

Recital Guidelines
Costume – Make sure costume doesn’t have hanging threads, is wrinkle free, clean, & properly worn. Jazz pants should be worn at the navel or 2” below. Generally, shoulder straps should be fastened to back of costume not tied around neck.  If costume is snug fitting do not wear underwear.

ShoesBallet shoestrings should be taped down inside shoe (no bows showing).  Pointe shoe ribbons should be glued or taped (strings tucked in) – cut all fraying fabric. Tyette tap ribbons should be replaced with black elastic. Jazz shoes should be double knotted.

Make-up – Make sure make-up is blended, matches the tones of the costume, & the rest of the class.

Hair – Generally, hair should be pulled back in bun for ballet, off of face for other styles with fly away hair sprayed back.  No barrettes, scrunchies, beads, etc., unless part of costume.

Miscellaneous – No glasses unless necessary.  No jewelry, nail polish, gum or candy on stage.  Absolutely no eating or drinking in costume, or in auditorium.  If you have questions about your make-up or hair please ask your teacher. Be sure to label all costume parts, shoes, and belongings.  Be sure to check the lost and found area in the lobby.  All lost and found items are donated to charity when the show is over.  

Facility – DANCERS AND FAMILY ARE NOT ALLOWED IN OTHER AREAS OF THE CAMPUS CENTER.  We are only allowed in the lobby, auditorium, halls and bathrooms next to the auditorium MAIN LEVEL.  DO NOT BRING OR INVITE FRIENDS TO REHEARSALS. 

 

HAVE A GREAT SHOW!

Wednesday, January 2, 2013

Creative Show - 1/20 - Academy Theatre 2 & 7 p


Allegro Dance Arts Creative Shows 2013
DATE: Sunday, January 20, 2013
PLACE: Academy Theatre
TIMES: 2:00 & 7:00 p.m.  
WHAT: Two shows celebrating the creativity of our older dancers!
MATINEE PERFORMANCE: 2:00-3:30 p.m. – (Level 3 classes)
***Arrive by 12:00 to rehearse dances***
EVENING PERFORMANCE: 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. – (Level 4 & 5 classes)
***Arrive by 4:00 to rehearse dances***
SHOW GUIDELINES:
1)     Piece information sheet – be sure to fill out the piece information sheet and return it to your teacher by FRIDAY, JANUARY 11. 
2)     Piece length – solos, duets, trios—2 minutes, groups—3 minutes.
3)     Music – Music must be turned in by FRIDAY, JANUARY 11.  All music must be labeled with your name, name of piece.  CD’s are preferred. Submit CD’s in cases or protective pockets, specify track number. Be sure “burnt” discs are labeled, and check to make sure your CD is in the case.
4)     Arrive early! Find a place to put your belongings under the stage.  Do not leave belongings in the theatre house.  Check order of show which will be posted backstage on both sides.  We will have a brief meeting before the show starts.
5)     While backstage – No food, candy, gum or drink.  Water only in plastic water bottles.  You should be in wings two pieces before your own number.  Be quiet, whispering only.  Stay out of audience view.  You are allowed to watch the show, but only move from backstage to house (house to backstage) between numbers.
6)     Because this is your show, and directed by you, you must behave very responsibly!  Respect other performers and the space.  Know when it is your turn to go on stage. 
7)     Costumes and props – you are responsible for your prop(s).  Make sure that you bring what you need, and take home all belongings.
8)     Cleaning up – You are responsible for cleaning up the backstage and audience areas before you leave. 
9)     General appearance – hair should be pulled back, no jewelry unless part of costume, make-up should be blended.
 

FORMS AND MUSIC MUST BE TURNED IN BY FRIDAY, JANUARY 11

ADMISSION IS $2

Thursday, July 5, 2012

Now Hiring

We are always looking for substitute and part-time teachers in all levels and styles of dance.  We are currently looking for a teacher with a strong gymnastics background.

Are you experienced, motivated, inspiring, dependable, a good role model, a mentor, and team player?  We hope you can join our faculty.

Interested? Please porvide styles, age ranges, and levels you would be qualified to teach.  Attach a resume listing your training, education, performance,  teaching experience, a list of three references and their contact information.

Please email to alldance@windstream.net, or mail to Allegro Dance Arts, 545 Beers Avenue, Meadville, PA 16335


Monday, May 7, 2012

Spring Recital Information


Recital Information

Shows –Fri & Sat, May 25 & 26 6:00 p.m., Sat, May 26 1:00 p.m.

Ticket Sales:
E –Tickets:  Get the best seats from your own home. It’s safe, fast and secure!  Online sales open May 7.   To order, go to:

www.allegrodancearts.com
Box Office:  Thurs., May 17 – 6-8, Sat. May 19 – 9-noon
at the dance studio

Tues. -Thurs., May 22 -24 4:30-7:00
– at Shafer Auditorium

Recital Location:

Shafer Auditorium

Recital Rehearsal Schedule: All rehearsals at Shafer. Please use attached class
Monday, May 21 –
4:00-6:00 – Ballet 5PAT, Soloists & Mini-Me’s - #8, 15, 17, 39, 43, 44
5:00-6:15 – Ballet 5’s
6:15-8:00 – Competition #s
Tues., May 22 – FRI. P.M. CAST, Wed., May 23 – SAT. A.M. CAST, & Thurs., May 24 – SAT. P.M. CAST
4:00-5:15 – #0-10
5:15-6:30 – #11-21
6:30-7:45 – #22-24, 37,41, 28-31
7:45-8:45 – #32-36, 38-40, 42-43
FRI. & SAT., 6:00 SHOW
Arrive by 5:00
SAT. 1:00 SHOW
Arrive by noon

Monday, April 30, 2012

Cathy Roe Competition Results!

Congratulations dancers for an outstanding job at a very large competition.  You should be very proud of your accomplishments!

78 - Zoot Suit Riot - High Gold
82 - Coppelia Waltz - Gold - Scholarship to summer intensive
83 - Swanhilda Variation - Platinum - Modeling Scholarship, 3rd Overall Teen Solos
91 - Passion - Gold - Judges "L.A. Bound" Award
95 - Feeling Good - Gold
156 - Falling - High Gold - Invitation to "Dance Spectacular"
161 - Turning Tables - High Gold
226 - Smile - High Gold - Judges "Well Played" Award
230 - Full of Grace - Gold
304 - Let Love Live - High Gold
312 - Block Party - Gold
343 - Fairies - High Gold
349 - Proud Mary - Gold
438 - Be Nice To Your Dolly - High Gold, 5th Overall Teen Large Group
454 - Breakable - Platinum, 3rd Overall Teen Duet/Trio
483 - Work - Silver Star
484 - Big Fat Bass - Gold - Judges "Energy" Award
491 - An Urban Pas - High Gold
499 - Pas de Sea - High Gold - Judges "Dare to be Different" Award, Scholarship to Summer Intensive
507 - Once Upon a Time - High Gold - Judges "Storytelling Award
515 - Virus - Gold - Judges "Choregraphy Showcase" 3rd Place
541 - Warped Portal - High Gold, 1st Overall Senior Line
550 - Welcome to Walt Disney - Gold
558 - Pipes - Gold
560 - Power of Will - High Gold
568 - Turbulance - Gold

Onstage New York Results!

What a fabulous weekend of dance!  We are so proud of your growth and performance this year.  Thank you for representing Meadville and Allegro so well!  Congratulations on the Good Sportsmanship Award!

14.  Let Love Live - Gold
24.  Smile - Gold, Judges "Oustanding Costume & Concept" Awards
28.  Fairies - High Silver
34.  Watch Me Move - Gold
76.  Full of Grace - High Silver
92.  Proud Mary - Gold
126. Block Party - Gold
135. Zoot Suit Riot - Platinum - Judges "Outstanding Technique" Award
141. Bitter Song - High Gold - Judges "Outstanding Expression" Award
167. Coppelia Waltz - Gold
168. Swanhilda - Platinum - 2nd Overall High Teen Solo, First Teen Ballet Solo, Judges "Outstanding Technique and Future Ballerina" Awards
189. Feeling Good - Gold
192. Passion - Gold
198. Welcome to Walt Disney - Gold
214. Pipes - High Gold - Judges "Outstanding Concept Award"
234. Falling - Platinum - 11th Overall High Senior Solo, Judges "Oustanding Potential" Award
239. Turning Tables - Platinum
246. Breakable - Platinum, Judges "Oustanding Bright Quality"
257. Virus - Gold
265. Pas De Sea - High Gold, 1st Place Ballet Teen Groups, 7th Overall Teen Small Groups
270. Power of Will - Gold
275. Endangered Birds - Gold
281. Work - Gold
282. Big Fat Bass - Gold, Judges "Oustanding Energy" Award
285. An Unban Pas - Platinum, Judges "Outstanding Potential" Award
286. Be Nice to Your Dolly - Platinum, 1st Place Overall Teen Hip Hop, Third Place Overall Teen Lines, Sixth Place Overall Teen Division, Judges "Outstanding Showmanship and Storytelling" Awards, Critic's Choice Entertainment Award for All Teen Numbers
306. Once Upon a Time - Gold
318a. Glitter - Gold
332. Turbulance - High Gold, Judges "Outstanding Style" Award
340. Warped Portal - Platinum, Critic's Choice Choreography Nominee







Wednesday, March 28, 2012

Legacy Competition Results!

Great Job Dancers!
Proud Mary - Platinum, 3rd Overall Petite Advanced Duo/Trio
Zoot Suit Riot - Elite Gold, 8th Overall Teen Intermediate Solo
Be Nice to Your Dolly - Platinum, 1st Overall Junior Advanced Large Group
An Urban Pas - Elite Gold, 10th Overall Advanced Senior Duo/Trio
Smile - Elite Gold, 7th Overall Advanced Junior Solo
Full of Grace - Elite Gold
Turbulance - Platinum, 8th Overall Advanced Senior Large Group
Power of Will - Platinum, 7th Overall Advanced Senior Large Group
Swanhilda Variation - Platinum, 5th Overall Advanced Teen Solo
Coppelia - Elite Gold
Bitter Song - Elite Gold
Feeling Good - Elite Gold
Passion - Elite Gold
Let Love Live - Elite Gold, 1st Overall Advanced Petite Small Group
Block Party - Platinum, 1st Overall Advanced Petite Large Group
Breakable - Elite Gold, 4th Overall Advanced Teen Duo/Trio
Work - Gold, 7th Overall Advanced Teen Duo/Trio
Pas De Sea - Platinum, 4th Overall Advanced Teen Small Group
Virus - Platinum, 1st Overall Advance Teen Large Group
Pipes - Elite Gold, 6th Overall Teen Large Group
Fairies - Elite Gold
Big Fat Bass - Platinum, 3rd Overall Advanced Junior Duo/Trio
Welcome to Walt Disney - Elite Gold, 4th Overall Advanced Production
Once Upon A Time - Platinum, 3rd Overall Advanced Production
Warped Portal - Platinum, 1st Overall Advanced Senior Production
Falling - Platinum, 1st Overall Advanced Senior Solo
Turning Tables - Elite Gold

Special Awards:
Swanhilda Variation - Judge's "Prima Ballerina" Award, 1st Runner-up Miss Legacy, Summer Scholarship Broadway Dance Center, Legacy Dance Team
Bitter Song - Judge's "Commitment" Award
Power of Will Judges - "Trickster" Award
Falling - Judges "Effortless Movement" Award, Highest Scholarship "Summer in L.A."