Great article from over the holidays featuring former student, Treyden Chiaravalloti, who is now a student at the Patel Conservatory at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts. We’re so happy for Treden and all of his achievements!
Two South Tampa ballet Next Generation Ballet students will portray the Snow Queen and the Snow King in a production of “The Nutcracker” Saturday and Sunday featuring Sterling Hyltin and Adrian Danchig-Waring of the New York City Ballet. Tessa Hartmann, 15, and Treyden Chiaravalloti, 17, are students at the Patel Conservatory at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts.
Congratulations to the Dancer’s Edge Company who represented Southern Dance Theatre at the Delray Beach Holiday Parade. We won for the Dance/Cheer Category with a total of 280 points awarded by the judges!
Judges used the following criteria, and each judge awarded up to 20 points in each category for a maximum total of 100 points. There were 3 judges, so a combined total of 300 point maximum can be earned over all.
A. THEME: Does the float adequately convey the parade theme of “A Multicultural Holiday”?
B. CRAFTSMANSHIP & LIGHTING: Is the float neat and soundly constructed demonstrating the proper working of mechanical parts and achievement of detail. Is it well-lit and easily seen by spectators?
C. ANIMATION AND SPECIAL EFFECTS: Are any special effects incorporating motion and sound used on and/or alongside the float?
D. PROPORTIONS & PRESENTATION: Can all elements be seen, read, and understood by the public?
E. INGENUITY/ORIGINALITY: Did the team incorporate a unique idea with creative implementation?
F. BAND SOUND (Only applicable to BAND Category): Can the band be heard by spectators?
G. BAND FORMATION (Only applicable to BAND Category): Is the band in uniform and consistent formation?
H. DANCE CHOREOGRAPHY (Only applicable to DANCE Category): Does the dance group/team perform in unison or rhythmically?
I. DANCE COSTUMES (Only applicable to DANCE Category): Are the dance group/team costumes consistent with theme and performance?
Congrats to student Jaden Murphy who received a scholarship from Christopher Huggins to his convention, ASH, which stands for Artists Simply Human! Jaden will be attending in Miami April 29th – May 1st. Classes over the course of the three days range from ballet to hip hop.
Jaden was selected by Christopher while performing in one of his pieces at Dreyfoos. Christopher choreographs all over the world. Though the competition will be challenging, it will be an excellent opportunity!
We’re opening a new ballet and tap combination class for boys and girls ages 3-5. This begins Thursday, January 21st and will run for 18 weeks. Students will have fun learning basic ballet steps and rudimentary tap skills and rhythmic concepts. These theme-based classes are perfect for this age group and are filled with adventure, fun, and the opportunity to interact with new friends!
This class will be held every Thursday from 3:30-4:30pm and all female students will receive a Southern Dance Theatre leotard which is included in tuition.
Students who participate will be prepared to join either the Prince & Princess or Mini Dance Camp over the summer, depending on age. Please contact our office to learn how to register: 561-736-9097. Space is limited to ensure personalized attention for each student.
We’re opening a new ballet and tap combination class for boys and girls ages 3-5. This begins Thursday, January 21st and will run for 18 weeks. Students will have fun learning basic ballet steps and rudimentary tap skills and rhythmic concepts. These theme-based classes are perfect for this age group and are filled with adventure, fun, and the opportunity to interact with new friends!