SPRING 2021
January 4-May 21
Five months:
Per Class: $250 in full (discounted) OR five payments of $55 (due the first class of each month)
January 4-May 21
Five months:
Per Class: $250 in full (discounted) OR five payments of $55 (due the first class of each month)
SPRING 2021 CLASSES:
Registration is open and rolling. Class sizes are very limited. First come, first served.
Classes require 3+ enrollments to run with a limited maximum capacity.
We will add/alter classes as needed.
Classes are 50-55 minutes in length.
SIGN UP: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E48ABAD2AAAF85-jericho
Monday (with Ms. Caroline)
2:30 Cornerstone Performance Company
Location: Studio/ Building
*Must be enrolled in additional dance class
3:30 Ballet III
Location: Studio
4:30 Pre-Pointe/Pointe Fundamentals Hybrid
Location: Studio
Location: Virtual
*Must be enrolled in additional Ballet course
*Class works well as Hybrid but may split into two separate classes with an alternate day/time depending on enrollment
5:30 Pointe II
Location: Studio
*Evaluation only
6:30 Stretch Sculpt Stamina for Dancers Hybrid
Location: Studio
Location: Virtual
Tuesday (with Ms. Caroline)
12:45 Lunch Hour Stretch Sculpt Stamina for Women
Location: Virtual
Weekly “drop in” sign up link listed below
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0e48abad2aaaf85-lunch
1:40 Custom Class
2:45 Drama
Location: Virtual
Students will study acting and characterization and perform a variety of virtual short plays at the conclusion of term
3:45 Intermediate Ballet
Location: Studio
*Evaluation only
4:45 Ballet V/VI
Location: Virtual
Wednesday (with Ms. Nicole)
4:00 Elementary Musical Theatre: Jazz & Character
Location: Studio
5:00 Ballet I /II
Location: Studio
6:00 Elementary Lyrical
Location: Studio
7:00 TBD
Thursday (with Ms. Nicole)
3:30 Ballet/Tap Combo, Ages 4.5-6
4:30 Elementary Musical Theatre: Jazz & Character
Location: Studio
5:30 Intermediate/Advanced Modern
Location: Studio
6:30 Jr/Sr High Musical Theatre: Jazz & Character
Location: Studio
IMPORTANT DATES SPRING 2021:
Spring Term January 4- May 21
*We have many tentative date this term, TBD by circumstances regrading COVID-19
January 4 FIRST DAY OF SPRING TERM
March 29-April 4 Recital Registration
March 28- April 4 EASTER BREAK
April 9- Recital Registration Due
April 18- May 9 Jubilee Praise Mini Session
May 14 DRESS REHEARSAL
May 15 SPRING RECITAL (Live stream)
May 17-21 Class Showcase Week (Live audience, each class)
May 21 LAST DAY OF SPRING CLASSES
June 2021: Shakespeare in the Park Audition Videos Accepted, rehearsals commence
June-August Summer Camps
July 30-31 Shakespeare in the Park Outdoor Performance
https://www.shepherdgate.org/events/shakespeare-in-the-park/
REGISTRATION PROCESS FOR FALL 2020:
1. SIGN UP using this link. Because classes have very limited capacity we are utilizing this additional sign up step to be sure we do not over-enroll students.
2. Submit registration through our website
3. Secure your spot by sending tuition payment through PayPal on our website
*All three steps must be completed at time of registration
Classes are 55 minutes each. The last few minutes for in studio classes will include dismissal procedure. Tuition for a weekly class for Fall term (9/14-12/18) is $200 in full or $55 per month. There is no registration fee for students registering before 9/8.
Studio Procedures and this year's class uniform list are listed below
STUDIO PROCEDURES 2020-21
STUDIO PROCEDURES 2020-21
In Person Class Option:
- dancers will maintain social distance per CDC guidelines
- dancers will have their own 4 x 4 taped space centre ten feet apart from one another
- fans will be on continuously
- overhead ventilation
- large room air purifier
- interior doors will be opened bilaterally
- sanitation of studio and any props used before/after classes
- hand sanitizer readily available at two stations
- students must be in good health and free of fever, cough and malaise
- students should bring their own water bottles
- lobby will not be open for use
- students will be admitted into studio doors one dancer/family at a time
- students will be released through studio doors one dancer/family at a time
- masks are not mandatory during classes or entering/exiting directly out of the studio door as long as 6 ft+ distance is maintained. Students may choose to wear masks.
- in some cases virtual lessons may need to temporarily take the place of physical lessons if an instructor or instructor's family member is exhibiting symptoms or there was a known COVID exposure in the class
Tips for those choosing virtual lessons:
Virtual lessons are beneficial.
To make the most of them if you are able, provide a small dance area for your student. Many professionals have been posting live lessons online and most just use a chair and the space they have so I think it’s also beneficial for students to see you can dance anywhere with anything. However, certain things do help with mental preparation and optimal dancing for joint safety, etc at home by creating a dance space.
- The best thing you can do if use a stand or something to prop up the device your student is using so we can see their full body for proper corrections.
- A chair works as a ballet barre which are used in most dance classes regardless of genre at least here and there. You may also chose to purchase a small portable barre. Vita Vibe makes some great ones. You can also make one out of PVC pipes or (what I had as an adolescent) if you have a wall you can use simply sand a round long piece of wood and mount it on the wall.
- Mirror- This is more for practicing without a teacher but it’s nice to have a floor length mirror students can prop up to see themselves to work on certain corrections. We always give “homework” for upper levels ;).
- Flooring- small portable dance floors are great. Many are 4x4 or 5x5. You can also gather materials to make something. Thin foam pads with a board covered with a section of Marly also works on certain flooring. If you look online you’ll see lots of options for both DIY and for purchase. Again, this isn’t necessary for most dance levels but nice to have.
- Stretch Resistance Bands and Yoga/Exercise Mat. For our Stretch Sculpt Stamina Class series, Pointe and Pre-Pointe students and students practicing dance fitness and stretching at home we highly recommend these two items. Stretch bands should be a “medium” strength in most circumstances. I use a thicker mat (1/2 inch) I got off Amazon that works great and provides good cushioning for joints when stretching.
- Virtual classes ARE real classes. Even though being in studio is the most beneficial and we do alter what we teach and how when we are virtual we were/are pleased with what we could see and apply a lot of corrections virtually! We learned a lot of what works and what doesn’t on March-April. If virtual is the best option for your family please continue learning! Performing Arts are especially important at this time in history. They aid in expression, fitness, collaboration, confidence, public speaking and so much more!
CLASS UNIFORMS 2020-2021
Cornerstone Performance Co:
FALL- Any color leotard, black jazz pants ($30) tan jazz shoes, hair back
Spring- Students will most likely be needing their CPC Polo shirts, black leotards and costume item. TBD.
Pre-Pointe and all Pointe classes-
Any style black leotard (we carry some or you can purchase elsewhere) classic ballet tights ($10/$12), hip alignment belt in light color (we carry white and pink at the studio $8), pink or flesh pointe shoes, hair in bun
*students should have exercise resistance bands and a single lacrosse ball (or similar) for some exercises
Stretch Sculpt Stamina-
Anything you can move in (leotard with pants/shorts, etc)
*students should have a medium strength exercise resistance band and optional but recommended 1/2” thick exercise mat
Ballet III/IV-
Short Sleeved Royal Blue leotard ($25) and pink tights ($10), pink ballet shoes, hair in bun
Virtual Drama Club-
Any Cornerstone T shirt and comfortable pants/shorts
Intermediate Ballet -
Hunter Green leotard in tank ($20) or short sleeved style ($25), pink ballet tights ($10-$12), pink ballet shoes, hair in bun, students may choose to wear any color ballet skirt
Ballet V/VI -
Lavender short sleeved leotard ($25) pink ballet tights ($10/$12) optional matching skirt ($18), pink ballet shoes, hair in bun
Ballet/Tap Combo-
Lavender leotard tutu dress ($25), pink tights ($10), pink ballet shoes and black tap shoes, hair back
Ballet I /II-
Grape leotard ($20), pink ballet tights ($10/$12) pink ballet shoes, hair in a bun
Elementary Lyrical Dance-
Grape leotard ($20), pink ballet tights ($10/$12), Ballet shoes/Bare feet, Hiar back
Elementary Musical Theatre-
Grape leotard ($20) for girls or Grape V neck dance shirt for boys ($20), black jazz pants ($30), tan jazz shoes
Int/Adv Modern Dance-
Any style Black leotard (we carry some or may be purchased elsewhere), black dance shorts ($15) classic tan convertible tights ($10/$12), bare feet
Fall Class Descriptions:
Ballet:
- Classical Ballet, known for its aesthetics and rigorous technique (such as pointe work, turnout of the legs, and high extensions), its flowing, precise movements, and its ethereal qualities.
- In-Studio or Virtual
Pointe:
- Evaluation only.
- Students must be taking specified technique classes in addition to Pointe.
- In-Studio Only
Pre-Pointe:
- Focuses on technique and strengthening, with special attention to the core, feet, ankles in preparation for future Pointe work.
- Students must be enrolled in a leveled Ballet class as well
- In-Studio or Virtual
Stretch, Sculpt & Stamina for Dancers:
- Fitness class that strengthens, tones and targets muscle groups required for more advanced stages of dance while increasing flexibility and stamina. This class is designed to tone and not bulk. Students will need a resistance band and a 1/2 inch thick exercise mat is recommended
- In-Studio and Virtual
New for Adults!
Lunch Hour Stretch & Sculpt:
- This class will focus on toning and increasing flexibility.
- Virtual Only
-Weekly sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0e48abad2aaaf85-lunch
Drama Club: Radio Melodrama Production:
- A great collaborate virtual option!
- Students will collaborate to write storyboards and scripts, learn voice techniques and create sound effects with props to produce and star in their own radio melodrama. Students must be proficient readers, writers and be able to work well individually and as part of a small group.
- Virtual Only
Cornerstone Performance Company: "Our Favorite Things"
- Musical Theatre Troupe
- We will not be holding additional community performances during Fall term. Spring Term is TBA but we will at least hold an end of the year performance in house. This year, there will be also an option for spring enrollment.
- -Focus on Musical Theatre performance pieces and repertoire
- -Requires an additional dance technique class
- In-Studio Only, will be utilizing the sanctuary space as well
Lyrical Dance:
- Lyrical style incorporates both Ballet and Jazz techniques while focusing on expression and emotion through dance. Students will each choreograph their own segment or solo by the end of the term.
- In-Studio or Virtual
Praise & Worship:
- Using our bodies to convey a message of praise and worship. Like Lyrical, this class incorporates Ballet and Jazz techniques.
- In-Studio or Virtual
Modern:
-Expressive Dance technique utilizing strength, control and release often through floor vs air technique
Tap:
- Rhythm, fitness and musicality, often done in a Musical Theatre style. Come tap with us!
- In-Studio only
Musical Theatre Jazz and Character:
- We will be focusing on Jazz Dance and Acting techniques to portray various characters and scenarios.
- In-Studio or Virtual
Drama Club:
- Students will collaborate to write or choose a series of scripts to perform. Students will also learn improvisation, acting and story composition techniques.
- In-Studio or Virtual
Dance Club:
- We will introduce various forms of classical, contemporary and world dance on a rotation. Students will have a chance to collaborate, discuss and create their own style from the various genres.
- Virtual but can be adapted to In-Studio with enough interest
Jazz:
-Combination of three Jazz Dance styles: Musical Theatre Jazz, Street Jazz and Swing Jazz focusing on body isolations
Ballet & Tap Combo:
-A wonderful introduction to both genres in one class
-A great class for little ones and beginners
Ballet:
- Classical Ballet, known for its aesthetics and rigorous technique (such as pointe work, turnout of the legs, and high extensions), its flowing, precise movements, and its ethereal qualities.
- In-Studio or Virtual
Pointe:
- Evaluation only.
- Students must be taking specified technique classes in addition to Pointe.
- In-Studio Only
Pre-Pointe:
- Focuses on technique and strengthening, with special attention to the core, feet, ankles in preparation for future Pointe work.
- Students must be enrolled in a leveled Ballet class as well
- In-Studio or Virtual
Stretch, Sculpt & Stamina for Dancers:
- Fitness class that strengthens, tones and targets muscle groups required for more advanced stages of dance while increasing flexibility and stamina. This class is designed to tone and not bulk. Students will need a resistance band and a 1/2 inch thick exercise mat is recommended
- In-Studio and Virtual
New for Adults!
Lunch Hour Stretch & Sculpt:
- This class will focus on toning and increasing flexibility.
- Virtual Only
-Weekly sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0e48abad2aaaf85-lunch
Drama Club: Radio Melodrama Production:
- A great collaborate virtual option!
- Students will collaborate to write storyboards and scripts, learn voice techniques and create sound effects with props to produce and star in their own radio melodrama. Students must be proficient readers, writers and be able to work well individually and as part of a small group.
- Virtual Only
Cornerstone Performance Company: "Our Favorite Things"
- Musical Theatre Troupe
- We will not be holding additional community performances during Fall term. Spring Term is TBA but we will at least hold an end of the year performance in house. This year, there will be also an option for spring enrollment.
- -Focus on Musical Theatre performance pieces and repertoire
- -Requires an additional dance technique class
- In-Studio Only, will be utilizing the sanctuary space as well
Lyrical Dance:
- Lyrical style incorporates both Ballet and Jazz techniques while focusing on expression and emotion through dance. Students will each choreograph their own segment or solo by the end of the term.
- In-Studio or Virtual
Praise & Worship:
- Using our bodies to convey a message of praise and worship. Like Lyrical, this class incorporates Ballet and Jazz techniques.
- In-Studio or Virtual
Modern:
-Expressive Dance technique utilizing strength, control and release often through floor vs air technique
Tap:
- Rhythm, fitness and musicality, often done in a Musical Theatre style. Come tap with us!
- In-Studio only
Musical Theatre Jazz and Character:
- We will be focusing on Jazz Dance and Acting techniques to portray various characters and scenarios.
- In-Studio or Virtual
Drama Club:
- Students will collaborate to write or choose a series of scripts to perform. Students will also learn improvisation, acting and story composition techniques.
- In-Studio or Virtual
Dance Club:
- We will introduce various forms of classical, contemporary and world dance on a rotation. Students will have a chance to collaborate, discuss and create their own style from the various genres.
- Virtual but can be adapted to In-Studio with enough interest
Jazz:
-Combination of three Jazz Dance styles: Musical Theatre Jazz, Street Jazz and Swing Jazz focusing on body isolations
Ballet & Tap Combo:
-A wonderful introduction to both genres in one class
-A great class for little ones and beginners
JULY 26-30, 9:00-12:00$160
AUGUST 2-6, 9:00-12:00, $160
WITH MS. CAROLINE
Early Bird Registration by 4/10/2021: $150
*Wear dance/movement attire and bring dance shoes if you own them. Please bring labeled water bottle and nut free snack (s). In person performance showcase will take place at the end of the last day of camp with additional virtual performance the last morning of camp.
Summer Classes and Workshops:
Summer Classes and Workshops:
Summer Production:
Summer Production:
AUDITIONS ACCEPTED NOW THROUGH JUNE 10 2021
Information:
https://www.shepherdgate.org/events/shakespeare-in-the-park/