Performance Dance Troupe
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About Performance Laurie-Ann's School of Dance Inc. was the first studio in London to establish a Competitive Dance Troupe. Currently, our troupe consists of approximately 80 dancers ranging in age from 5 - 18 years. Dancers compete and perform in one or more of the following styles of dance: Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Lyrical, Modern, Musical Theatre and Hip Hop. Our dancers annually attend 5 - 8 competitions or festivals within the city of London and across Southwestern Ontario. Our Performance Troupe is available to perform at various venues and events throughout London and area. The Performance Troupe has been invited to perform and entertain at many local events such as: the MS Walk, the London International Children's Festival, Together We Dance (Downs Syndrome Social) and numerous conventions.
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Benefits and Opportunities
Not every dancer Competes or Performs with the idea of making dance a career. At the very least, dancers gain valuable experience, increased self-confidence, and excel with their technique at a faster rate. MANY competitions and festivals offer opportunities for cash scholarships, media recognition and further national championships. Often dancers make connections for the future: auditions for the Canadian National Tap Team, Cruise Lines, Professional Programs or companies, and opportunities for summer school programs or dance workshops. |
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Eligibility and Requirements
Students registered with Laurie-Ann's School of Dance Inc. are encouraged to participate in auditions in the Spring for the following season (September to June). Dancers invited to Perform in the troupe are considered for solos, duets/trios, groups and production with the support of the parents and the discretion of the staff and choreographers. STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO DEMONSTRATE CONSISTENT EFFORT, SELF-MOTIVATION AND GOOD SPORTSMANSHIP! Minimum age requirement is 4 1/2 years of age. Performers on the Troupe must attend Ballet class(s) with the exception of Hip Hop, one class of the style of dance in which they Perform, and their Performance choreography class weekly. |
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Performance Dance Troupe Parent Committee
A parent committee has been formed to provide fundraising events to cover a variety of the costs relating to Competitions and Performances. The committee also holds bi-annual information meetings, and prepares newsletters for the parents of Performers. All parents are welcome to volunteer as a member of the committee. |
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