D.C Competition Team Information
CONGRATULATIONS ON YET ANOTHER INCREDIBLE COMPETITION PERFORMANCE WEEKEND AT USTD AT BINGHAMTON UNIVERSITY WE ARE SO PROUD OF EACH OF YOU AND HOW MUCH GROWTH YOU'VE SHOWN!!! NEXT STOP NATIONALS!!!!
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CONGRATULATIONS DC DANCERS!!!
It was a wonderful weekend at USTD, and I'm so sorry for such a late email!! I'm still recovering for all the fun!!
It was so great to see everyone shining so strongly on the stage, having fun backstage and in the dressing rooms, and just being outstanding people. On and off the stage!!
Congratulations to our first time competitive dancers, Miss Morgan's SHAKE A TAIL FEATHER!!! Wow!! What a great first time on a competition stage! We are all so proud of you!!
Congratulations to Caden Hoyt, who scored high enough to qualify for the title of Junior Mr. Dance and will be competing for the title in Atlantic City!!
Congratulations to all of our instructors, their beautiful work that they choreographed this year!! Special shout outs to Miss Kathryn and Miss Meg for their choreography awards!!
Congratulations to The Dance Connection's award for TOP STUDIO in the Intermediate division!!!
But the biggest congratulations is to ALL OF YOU!!! For your support, dedication, and commitment to dance technique and performances. Parents and families, thank you for your support and for allowing us the privilege of working with your dancers. We are grateful and blessed!
Next stop....NATIONALS!!!
Love to all,
Miss Ann and Staff
It was a wonderful weekend at USTD, and I'm so sorry for such a late email!! I'm still recovering for all the fun!!
It was so great to see everyone shining so strongly on the stage, having fun backstage and in the dressing rooms, and just being outstanding people. On and off the stage!!
Congratulations to our first time competitive dancers, Miss Morgan's SHAKE A TAIL FEATHER!!! Wow!! What a great first time on a competition stage! We are all so proud of you!!
Congratulations to Caden Hoyt, who scored high enough to qualify for the title of Junior Mr. Dance and will be competing for the title in Atlantic City!!
Congratulations to all of our instructors, their beautiful work that they choreographed this year!! Special shout outs to Miss Kathryn and Miss Meg for their choreography awards!!
Congratulations to The Dance Connection's award for TOP STUDIO in the Intermediate division!!!
But the biggest congratulations is to ALL OF YOU!!! For your support, dedication, and commitment to dance technique and performances. Parents and families, thank you for your support and for allowing us the privilege of working with your dancers. We are grateful and blessed!
Next stop....NATIONALS!!!
Love to all,
Miss Ann and Staff
A MESSAGE TO OUR COMPETITION DANCERS AND PARENTS:
Hello Dancers and Parents,
Please read this email with your dancer:
Competition is just around the corner, and excitement is in the air!! Once again, I find myself wondering where the time has gone, and how so much work has, once again, been accomplished by so many!! The combination of discipline, commitment, passion and teamwork.....always equals success!! It has been a successful year! Thank you for your dedication, support and contribution to dance and this art form. It is time consuming, it is expensive, and it is a decision that we make. The "payoff" comes when the performance comes alive, not only on stage, but within the dancer. There is no sweeter moment, and we are excited for the weekend, and all the sweet moments we will all experience. As I watched the performances at rehearsal, I was filled with respect and admiration for the instructors/choreographers, who keep growing in their art, and sharing that with their students. I have that same respect and admiration for the dancers, who continue to work, improve and shine....on and off of the dance floor.
And of course, the parents, who make this all happen, by supporting and encouraging the art of dance, and their dancers involvement. Thank you, so much gratitude for all.
Just a few "rules" if you will, regarding competition conduct:
1. It is a privilege to be able to go to competition. DANCERS: Please express your appreciation to your parents for the opportunity to compete. I'm certain you can think of many ways to do this. My suggestion is to take care of your costumes, shoes and accessories. Remember your manners, show respect in the way you speak and have a wonderful time performing on stage!!
2. Take the time to watch other dancers, and make new friends. Compliment other dancers, watch and learn from other's performances, and encourage the best from yourself, and others. Always remember, we are all there because we all share the love of dance.
3. Dance competitions are different from sporting competitions. The final scores for dance do not come from scoring goals, home runs, baskets, or crossing finish lines. The final scores come from judges opinions, preferences and personal tastes. And from TECHNICAL SKILLS!! Perform your work, execute your best technique in all your movement, commit to your best. Let your performance be your personal best!! There will be times when you will feel awesome when you leave the stage, and times when you feel badly, wishing you could have a do over!!! And guess what....that's completely normal!! Take a deep breath, shake it off, and prepare for the next moment. We will have disappointments, and we learn how to bounce back and move on. Always be mindful of your words, to yourself, and to others. And always remember!!!!!! You remain valuable and awesome, regardless of your "score." It's very simple!! You've done your job, you've done your work, just do your best, and enjoy your time. We are already so proud of you all!!
4. Please be at the theater 2 hrs prior to your estimated performance time. [Estimate 3 minutes per routine.]
Find your group, and stay together!! Your teacher will want to practice with you and your group.
Parents, please try to sit together in the theater as a group, if possible. It's always nice to have the DC family together!
5. For awards: Please all sit together on stage.... Have fun up there!!! Be gracious when accepting awards, and please STAND AS A GROUP WHEN YOUR AWARD IS GIVEN. One dancer will go and get the award, the rest will please stand!! Always smile and say thank you when receiving an award!!
6. AFTER AWARDS!!!!!! Please stay on stage so we can get pictures!! We will want to have you pose against the backdrop, so stay put!!!! Parents, join us up there!!
7. PLEASE LEAVE DRESSING ROOMS IN THE BEST CONDITION THAT YOU CAN!!! Take all costume pieces, props, etc.
8. Last year we were not allowed to bring coolers of food or drinks into the theater, or dressing rooms. If you are planning to bring anything, please be discreet.
9. Let's stay in the moment, with each other, as much as possible!! Asking if we can please be aware of phone usage, and keep it as minimal as possible with the dancers. Actually conversation and human interaction beats postings and gaming anytime.
10. Stay hydrated, and nourished please!!! There won't be an abundance of sleep, for those who are dancing all weekend. But let's do our best to take care of ourselves, keep our bodies healthy and strong, and have the best competition weekend yet!!
This is our qualifier for Nationals!!! All acts scoring a High Silver or higher will qualify for Nationals. No solo is required to compete at Nationals. Fee's for Nationals will be due the first week of our national rehearsals, June 24.
THERE WILL BE NO FEE CHARGED FOR 3 WEEKS REHEARSAL CLASSES.
I think this covers everything!! If there are any questions, please ask!! We are committed to making this the best possible experience for everyone.
Take care, see you in Syracuse!!
Love and Light,
Miss Ann
Hello Dancers and Parents,
Please read this email with your dancer:
Competition is just around the corner, and excitement is in the air!! Once again, I find myself wondering where the time has gone, and how so much work has, once again, been accomplished by so many!! The combination of discipline, commitment, passion and teamwork.....always equals success!! It has been a successful year! Thank you for your dedication, support and contribution to dance and this art form. It is time consuming, it is expensive, and it is a decision that we make. The "payoff" comes when the performance comes alive, not only on stage, but within the dancer. There is no sweeter moment, and we are excited for the weekend, and all the sweet moments we will all experience. As I watched the performances at rehearsal, I was filled with respect and admiration for the instructors/choreographers, who keep growing in their art, and sharing that with their students. I have that same respect and admiration for the dancers, who continue to work, improve and shine....on and off of the dance floor.
And of course, the parents, who make this all happen, by supporting and encouraging the art of dance, and their dancers involvement. Thank you, so much gratitude for all.
Just a few "rules" if you will, regarding competition conduct:
1. It is a privilege to be able to go to competition. DANCERS: Please express your appreciation to your parents for the opportunity to compete. I'm certain you can think of many ways to do this. My suggestion is to take care of your costumes, shoes and accessories. Remember your manners, show respect in the way you speak and have a wonderful time performing on stage!!
2. Take the time to watch other dancers, and make new friends. Compliment other dancers, watch and learn from other's performances, and encourage the best from yourself, and others. Always remember, we are all there because we all share the love of dance.
3. Dance competitions are different from sporting competitions. The final scores for dance do not come from scoring goals, home runs, baskets, or crossing finish lines. The final scores come from judges opinions, preferences and personal tastes. And from TECHNICAL SKILLS!! Perform your work, execute your best technique in all your movement, commit to your best. Let your performance be your personal best!! There will be times when you will feel awesome when you leave the stage, and times when you feel badly, wishing you could have a do over!!! And guess what....that's completely normal!! Take a deep breath, shake it off, and prepare for the next moment. We will have disappointments, and we learn how to bounce back and move on. Always be mindful of your words, to yourself, and to others. And always remember!!!!!! You remain valuable and awesome, regardless of your "score." It's very simple!! You've done your job, you've done your work, just do your best, and enjoy your time. We are already so proud of you all!!
4. Please be at the theater 2 hrs prior to your estimated performance time. [Estimate 3 minutes per routine.]
Find your group, and stay together!! Your teacher will want to practice with you and your group.
Parents, please try to sit together in the theater as a group, if possible. It's always nice to have the DC family together!
5. For awards: Please all sit together on stage.... Have fun up there!!! Be gracious when accepting awards, and please STAND AS A GROUP WHEN YOUR AWARD IS GIVEN. One dancer will go and get the award, the rest will please stand!! Always smile and say thank you when receiving an award!!
6. AFTER AWARDS!!!!!! Please stay on stage so we can get pictures!! We will want to have you pose against the backdrop, so stay put!!!! Parents, join us up there!!
7. PLEASE LEAVE DRESSING ROOMS IN THE BEST CONDITION THAT YOU CAN!!! Take all costume pieces, props, etc.
8. Last year we were not allowed to bring coolers of food or drinks into the theater, or dressing rooms. If you are planning to bring anything, please be discreet.
9. Let's stay in the moment, with each other, as much as possible!! Asking if we can please be aware of phone usage, and keep it as minimal as possible with the dancers. Actually conversation and human interaction beats postings and gaming anytime.
10. Stay hydrated, and nourished please!!! There won't be an abundance of sleep, for those who are dancing all weekend. But let's do our best to take care of ourselves, keep our bodies healthy and strong, and have the best competition weekend yet!!
This is our qualifier for Nationals!!! All acts scoring a High Silver or higher will qualify for Nationals. No solo is required to compete at Nationals. Fee's for Nationals will be due the first week of our national rehearsals, June 24.
THERE WILL BE NO FEE CHARGED FOR 3 WEEKS REHEARSAL CLASSES.
I think this covers everything!! If there are any questions, please ask!! We are committed to making this the best possible experience for everyone.
Take care, see you in Syracuse!!
Love and Light,
Miss Ann
BELOW IS THE SCHEDULE FOR THE MANDATORY STUDIO REHEARSALS FOR ALL DANCERS ATTENDING NATIONALS IN JULY!
ALL COMPETITION STUDENTS:
In preparing for competition and Nationals, we are requesting that all students have the same earrings and rhinestone head piece. Some students will only need the earrings for this year. Please read below to know fee owed.
I apologize for this unexpected charge. By ordering these items now, we were given a discounted rate. $16.00 for both earrings and hair piece, $9.00 for earrings only. (clip-ons were ordered also)
Earrings only: $9.00 charge Wed. 5:30 class with Miss Morgan
Earrings and hair Piece: $16.00 all other competition students.
This fee will be added to competition fees.
Thank you!
Miss Ann
In preparing for competition and Nationals, we are requesting that all students have the same earrings and rhinestone head piece. Some students will only need the earrings for this year. Please read below to know fee owed.
I apologize for this unexpected charge. By ordering these items now, we were given a discounted rate. $16.00 for both earrings and hair piece, $9.00 for earrings only. (clip-ons were ordered also)
Earrings only: $9.00 charge Wed. 5:30 class with Miss Morgan
Earrings and hair Piece: $16.00 all other competition students.
This fee will be added to competition fees.
Thank you!
Miss Ann
Below please find the link for the youth symphony routine.
ADCC AWARD
Excellence on and off the stage!! 2018 !!
So proud of all of the DC DANCERS and STAFF
Excellence on and off the stage!! 2018 !!
So proud of all of the DC DANCERS and STAFF