DOWNSTAGE DANCE COMPANY
DOWNSTAGE DANCE COMPANY 2023-2024
Audition Date to be announced
JUNIOR & SENIOR COMPANY
ELIGIBILITY & REQUIREMENTS
CLASS REQUIREMENTS
This is a program designed for the dedicated and serious dancer. Versatility in all dance forms and enthusiasm are expected from each student with the hope of shaping well rounded performers. Downstage Dance Company members have the opportunity to perform company pieces in our annual performances, in addition to performing in communities around Long Island. All current junior and senior company members, and anyone new to company, must audition to be considered. Students age 10+, with at least three consecutive years experience in two or more dance styles are eligible. A minimum 2 years of ballet class is required to be eligible for audition. If you have questions about your eligibility please see Heather or Kristen.
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Auditioning is mandatory each year to maintain your spot.
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Attendance in ALL classes should be exemplary as a company dancer. If attendance is not consistent and/or excessive, dancers may be put on probation or dismissed.
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Monthly Company Tuition: $150.00
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Additional Costs: All Company members will remain financially responsible for all company dance wear, all costumes and any additional costs such as company field trip tickets, etc. No tuition or company refunds will be given after November 1, 2023. All costume(s) and Downstage Dance Company apparel payments are final sale. No refunds will be given.
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Dropped classes: Any student who drops a class after the drop date of October 1st will be responsible for the remaining fees of that trimester. A $150 cancellation fee will be applied for any classes dropped after January 1st.
Required Junior and Senior Company Classes:
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Junior or Senior Company Rehearsal
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Intermediate or Advanced Ballet Company Technique
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Intermediate or Advanced Ballet
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Intermediate or Advanced Modern
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Intermediate or Advanced Tap
*In Addition dancers MUST take at least 1 of the following:
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Intermediate or Advanced Jazz, Hip-Hop or Musical Theater
*All other dance styles are highly recommended.
MINI COMPANY
ELIGIBILITY & REQUIREMENTS
Downstage Dance Mini Company is designed for dedicated and serious dancers, ages 6 through 9, who must fulfill weekly requirements and illustrate excellent attendance, as it is necessary to have all students present to complete choreography and achieve the best possible performance level. This special class gives passionate young students the opportunity to perform more! The fall will focus on choreography for our Holiday performances with our Junior and Senior Company dancers. It will also focus on choreography for our Winter Performance in January. The spring will focus on choreography for our Spring Performance. Most importantly, students learn the importance or sharing this art form and their passion for it as a way to give back to the community.
Requirements for 2023-2024 Mini Company Dancers are as follows:
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Dancers are selected by invitation only.
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Dancers must be between the ages of 6 and 9 years old.
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At least one year of Ballet class experience in the last 2 years is necessary to be considered for Mini Company classes.
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Attendance in ALL classes should be exemplary as a company dancer.
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If attendance is not consistent and/or excessive, dancers may be put on probation or dismissed.
All Mini Company Dancers are required to take the following classes:
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Mini Company Technique
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Mini Company Rehearsal Class
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Ballet
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Tap
*All other dance styles are highly recommended.
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Mini Company Tuition: Mini Company Classes are charged as a regular class tuition fee.
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Additional Costs: Mini Company members will remain financially responsible for all company dance wear, all costumes and any additional costs such as company field trip tickets, etc. No tuition or company refunds will be given after November 1, 2023. All costume(s) and Downstage Dance Company apparel payments are final sale. No refunds will be given.
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Dropped classes: Any student who drops a class after the drop date of October 1st will be responsible for the remaining fees of that trimester. A $150 cancellation fee will be applied for any classes dropped after January 1st.
LOCAL PERFORMANCE SERVICES
Downstage Dance Company consists of a group of talented young dancers from ages 6-18 years old. Our students travel to hospitals, rehab centers, nursing homes, and local events to give free performances during the holiday season or at any time of your choice. Our shows are no longer then 30 minutes in length and can adapt to your facility. We are available to perform on weekends, or during school breaks. All we require is a clean open space and a room nearby where the girls can change their clothes and costumes. We do the rest! This is a wonderful opportunity to bring music and dance into peoples lives, and a great way for our kids to give back to their community.
Call or email the studio to book your event!
2023-2024 COMPANY PERFORMANCES
Any future Company performances will be announced here.