classical curriculum, the course includes choreography movement exploration and improvisation
and performance opportunities.
Ballet I - VI: Classical ballet technique emphasizes proper line and placement as the basis for technique. Steps and combinations are learned and become more intricate and challenging as the levels progress. Strength, stretch, balance and agility are part of the progression.
Pointe is offered as an option to dancers
age 12 and above who have been attending at least three
classes per week and are recommended by the instructor. A special emphasis on musicality an
the joy of moving and performance is an important part of the dance experience at DTW.
classes per week and are recommended by the instructor. A special emphasis on musicality an
the joy of moving and performance is an important part of the dance experience at DTW.
Beginning Tap: 7-10year olds--Tap shoes required. Tap dance basics and routines to musical theater music. (Oliver, Annie, High School Musical)
Classical Ballet I/II: 8 - 11 year olds--Class includes Classical Ballet barre, center work, cross
floor combinations and exercises to improve strength and flexibility.
Creative Ballet: Emphasis on Classical Ballet vocablulary, creative movement,
body stretches and strengthening, sequencing and locomotor patterns.
Intro to Dance: A class for 31/2 & 4 year olds that teaches basic dance vocabulary, positions, and steps of dance as well as nurtures the love of dance through the use of creative movement
by exploring rhythm, sequencing, and locomotive patterns.
Intermediate Jazz: This class for students 12-17 includes the teaching of basic classical jazz
vocabulary, stretching and strengthening, jazz combinations and routines to popular music.
Prerequisite: at least one year of ballet or jazz technique.
Modern/ Theater Dance: Combines basic ballet elements with introductory jazz, musical theater dance and classical modern movements. Coordination, strength, stretch and line, performance quality, flight and fun make up this a fun and accessible class for teenagers who are interested in exploring movement in a supportive, lively and non-threatening
environment.
Musical Theater: 7-10 year olds-- this class focuses on learning songs, dances as well as monologues form different Broadway Musicals. Classes will include instruction in a variety of dance styles, as well as games to improve vocal projection, imagination, and stage presence.
Story Book Ballet Theater:
This student ballet company has received numerous accolades and invitations to perform, often in collaboration, with organizations that bring performance to the community.Participation is by invitation only. Dancers must attend a minimum of four DTW "ballet program" classes each week..Tuesday is company class. No tuition is charged for that class.Recent performances have included: Coppelia and the Toy Shoppe with Free Arts of AZ at ScottsdaleCenter for the Arts, and Winter Fairy Tales..a collaboration with School of Ballet AZ an AZ School of Classical Ballet at the Herberger. Dance For Darfur Fundraising Concert at Arcadia High School,Scottsdale Center for the Arts Spring Festival, Head Start Fundraiser at the Herberger Theater,AHAA Hospice Art Auction at the AZ Biltmore Hotel and American Voices sponsored by Center Dance Ensemble at the Herberger.
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