Sunday, March 29, 2015

MARCH/ APRIL NEWSLETTER

Wo
Wo       Stepping Out has certainly enjoyed a fabulous start to the year and we look forward to what the rest of the year delivers.  Classes will conclude for Term 1 on Saturday, April 4th and resume on Monday, 20th April. 

Payments  We kindly ask that all Term 1 payments are promptly paid.  Please ensure that payments are finalized before the end of term.  Enrolments and payments for Term 2 are open now and can be paid very simply online by logging into the website and selecting “Make a Payment.”  To ensure that your child is enrolled in the correct classes for Term 2 please email Gail at gail@steppingoutdance.com.au.  Office hours are 3.30 – 6.00pm Monday and Tuesday and Saturday 9.30am0 12noon.  As our classes are priced at packages per term rather than weeks your fees will be charged the same for Term 2.  Other payment options are direct deposit Macquarie Credit Union, BSB 802 126 A/C 102490
              Reminder of Important Dates
·      Gulgong Eisteddfod, Sunday 3rd May- GROUPS
·      Performance students please keep Sunday April, 26th free for rehearsals
·      Dubbo Eisteddfod, 13th & 14th June- GROUPS ( proposed)
·      Week 10, Term 3, Concert Measurement Days
·      Sunday, 15th November Stage Rehearsals DRTCC ( all students)
·      Thursday, 10th & Friday, 11th Dec Dress rehearsals DRTCC
·      Saturday, 12th & 13th Dec CONCERT ( exact times and organisation will be supplied closer to events.
UNIFORM Though we don’t have strict uniform policies we do ask that our students take pride in their appearance and come dressed looking and feeling like a dancer.  Our website has a comprehensive uniform guide and Gail in the office is able to help you with any orders you may need for shoes or attire.  We have been absolutely delighted at how our gorgeous students have presented for class and we ask that you keep up the good work.  Please ensure hair is tied back from face.  We would like everyone to have correct shoes by start of term as it is essential to the development of correct technique and adherence to safe dance practices.  We would also ask that all students bring a water bottle to class to stay hydrated. 
NEWS & EVENTS Please stay in touch with us via our Facebook page.  We update it regularly with pictures and news about our students and classes.  We also post to our website under Dubbo News so you can always look back through the archives to check on notes or information you may have missed.

On behalf of all at Stepping Out Dance Factory we send our very best wishes for a safe and restful holiday period for our students and their families.  The spirit of Easter is all about Hope, Love and Joyful Living.  May you have all in abundance.
Happy Holidays
Miss Rikki, Miss Emma, Miss Georgie, Miss Immy, Miss Amber & Gail

Tuesday, March 17, 2015

DRTCC DANCE WORKSHOP OPPORTUNITIES FOR 2015

Hi there! DRTCC IS VERY KINDLY OFFERING FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITIES TO HONE YOUR CRAFT, BE INSPIRED & GET UP, CLOSE & PERSONAL WITH THE FABULOUS ARRAY OF DANCE EXPERIENCES ON OFFER IN 2015.  Please ensure you read carefully and book into the workshops or experiences that interest you.  THIS IS AN AMAZING OPPORTUNITY FOR OUR LOCAL DANCERS! 

Take your experience further ....      

FIRST THINGS FIRST 
Masterclass Series with Joseph Simons 
Contemporary Techniques: students learn basic principles of safety release technique, floorwork, travelling and allegro exercises. The class ends learning a choreographic phrase. Suitable for ages 12 years and over.  
Date - Friday 20 March 2015
Time - 4.00pm-6.00pm
Venue - DRTCC (entry through front door)
Cost -To be eligible to attend the workshop you must have purchased a ticket to the performance of First Things First (Saturday 21 March @ 8.00pm) and produce your performance ticket to the dance educator at the workshop.
Wear anything you can comfortably move in.
Bookings are essential as numbers are limited.

BLUE LOVE 
Workshop with Shaun Parker 
Movement, Meaning and Dramaturgy: for dancers, actors, circus performers 14 years and over at all levels and abilities.  
Date - Friday 8 May 2015
Time - 6.00pm-8.00pm
Venue - DRTCC (entry through front door)
Cost -To be eligible to attend the workshop you must have purchased a ticket to the performance of Blue Love (Saturday 9 May @ 8.00pm) and produce your performance ticket to the dance educator at the workshop.
Wear anything you can comfortably move in.
Bookings are essential as numbers are limited.




BE YOUR SELF 
Watch Australia Dance Theatre Rehearse  
Rehearsal: The rehearsal will include practising and refining short sections of the performance giving people a deeper understanding of the demands met by professional dancers and the exacting nature of the profession.
Date - Tuesday 7 July 2015
Time - 4.30pm-5.30pm
Venue - DRTCC
Cost -To be eligible to attend the rehearsal you must have purchased a ticket to the performance of Be Your Self  (Tuesday 7 July @ 7.30pm)
Bookings are essential as numbers are limited.


THE DANCERS COMPANY OPEN CLASS
Open Class: a class taught by one of the artistic staff of The Australian Ballet. These non-syllabus classes are designed to encourage a sensitive approach to musical phrasing, correct alignment of the body and greater efficiency in moving. Suitable for ages 13-18 years, Grade 6 and above.
Date - Friday 7 August 2015
Time - 4.30pm-6.00pm
Venue - DRTCC (entry through front door)
Cost -$27.00
Bookings are essential as numbers are limited. 
ON SALE SOON - Book at The Australian Ballet website, visit www.theaustralianballet.com.au/discover


KINSHIP by BANGARRA DANCE THEATRE
Sneak Peek of Rehearsal & Meet & Greet
Enter into the darkened theatre auditorium and take your seat at the front to watch the dance troupe in rehearsal before the performance. A few Bangarra dancers will then join you after the show for a dedicated meet and greet session.
Date - Saturday 7 November 2015
Time - Sneak Peek 4.30pm-5.30pm
Time -  Meet & Greet the dancers approx 9.45pm (after the performance)
Venue - DRTCC (entry through front door)
Cost: To be eligible to attend the Sneak Peek and Meet & Greet you must have purchased a ticket to the performance of Kinship (Saturday 7 November @ 8.00pm) and produce your performance ticket to the Front-of-House Co-ordinator at Door 1.


BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL 
 TO BOOK FOR ANY OF THESE EXCITING EXPERIENCES
Contact Emily Carroll at DRTCC ph: 6801 4373 or email: emily.carroll@dubbo.nsw.gov.au