March Newsletter

The year is progressing, and winter weather keeps us guessing, and our dancers are flourishing. We are so thrilled about the progress many of our students are making. This new newsletter layout is designed to give our clients a brief overview of everything that is happening at the studio. Please read it carefully and thoroughly so you don’t miss out on any important information. As a busy parent of 3, I completely understand that managing the family schedule is a challenge in of itself. Reading the newsletter is an important step to ease frustration and overwhelm.

Around the studio

Our Conservatory level 3 dancers have reached a milestone in their training and are beginning their pointe journey! In order to receive permission to begin Pointe dancing, dancers must be enrolled in our conservatory program, be at least 12 years’ old and pass a pointe readiness test. These dancers are in the first phase of their pointe training and will begin working their demi-pointe shoes. Our instructors continue to work developing skill and strength so they can receive their full pointe shoes in level 3. These dancers are off to a terrific start! Congratulations.

Attendance is critical

Over the next few weeks instructors will be working hard to complete recital routines! That way once spring break is over there is time to clean and perfect before the June show. Be sure to read the Recital section for more details. As always please use common sense judgement about when not to bring a dancer to class. If you have the sniffles or are just not sure, we do still have masks you can request to wear.

Important!

Please take minute to log into your parent portal and update your dancers age and contact information. We began using a new software this year, and when we uploaded previous client’s information there was a gliche and many ages were reduced (we think*) by 4 years and 1 day. Please take a minute log into your parent portal account and verify your student’s information. This is very important as we begin to plan for next year and predict how many of certain classes we will need.

1. Log in here

2. Enter the email we have on file.

3. First time log in? please use the forgot password button.

4. Locate your student’s information and update as needed.

5. Contact us if you are having problems. Please do not create another account, that will result in a duplicate account.

In the community:

The Conservatory level 5/6 dancers will be performing at the Olympia Dance Festival on Saturday March 4th. They have worked diligently to complete their recital choreography very early and will perform it at the festival. They are very lovely and skilled dancers and will represent us well.

Spotlight Theater Company

Break legs to the Spotlight theater company as they perform Moana Jr.

This thrilling and heartwarming coming-of-age story follows the strong-willed Moana as she sets sail across the Pacific to save her village and discover the truth about her heritage. Moana and the legendary demigod Maui embark on an epic journey of self-discovery and camaraderie as both learn to harness the power that lies within. With empowering messages of bravery and selflessness, Moana JR. is sure to bring out the hero within each of us.

Performance Date: Saturday March 4th at 2pm

Where: Bleha Performing Arts Center, Green River College 12401 SE 320th St, Auburn, WA 98092

Summer camps are filling fast! Don’t Delay

Have an amazing summer at Children's Dance Theater! Parents and kids love our summer programs! Over the years, our summer camp program has developed into a full day experience that is perfect for working and stay at home parents alike. These camps are a great way to fill your child’s summer days with laughter, movement and creativity. We have dance camps, theater camps and dance intensives.

Auburn High School Presents, The Addams Family Musical

Each year, our very own, Ms. Stephanie works with the actors at Auburn High School as the choreographer. The show is directed by her wonderful husband, Dave Cox, (aka Mr. Stephanie). Those of you who have been involved in our Nutcrackers or theater productions over the year’s may have seen him around the studio, building sets or whatever he has been voluntold to do. Please come support the young actors who have worked very hard to put this epic show together in 8 short weeks!

Disclaimer: This show does have vulgar language, drug references and some inappropriate humor. It may not suitable for all audiences.

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