DANJ News
Summer Stars, DANJ's summer Broadway Bound program finished off the summer season with a powerful performance of Grease. The cast was joined by Juliette Allen Angelo, Broadway cast member of Mary Poppins and Billy Elliot and one of DANJ's Broadway Bound mentors. Congratulations to everyone involved. Stay tuned for photos and video (anyone with photos or video they would like us to post should email or bring them to the studio).
Summer Stars, DANJ's summer Broadway Bound program kicked off the season with a stunning performance of Bye-Bye-Birdie. The cast was joined by Jess LeProtto, Broadway cast member of Bye-Bye-Birdie and one of DANJ's Broadway Bound mentors. Congratulations to everyone involved. Stay tuned for photos and video (anyone with photos or video they would like us to post should email or bring them to the studio).
Tap master class workshops were conducted for intermediate and advanced level tappers. Each workshop consist of three 1-hour classes. The classes covered many elements and styles of tap including: Rhythm TAP, Theatre TAP, Tricks & Slides, Improvisation and Tap History. Tap the Map's world class faculty for these sessions was: Anthony Russo, Jumaane Taylor, Chris Erk and Jason Luks.
We Anyone with video or photos they'd like included should email (dance.danj@gmail.com) or drop them off at the studio.
So You Think You Can Dance executive producer and judge Nigel Lythgoe proposed that July 31 be declared "NATIONAL DANCE DAY." His goal was to “prove that the ‘Power of Dance’ can MOVE an entire Country!” He asked everyone, "young and old," to "get up off the couch and put on your dancing shoes on July 31st." "Individuals, families, organizations and communities from across the nation" were invited to come together through their creative expression in dance. Nigel's goals are to continue to generate national awareness for dance, a medium of expression and storytelling which, through shows like So You Think You Can Dance, has proven its value in bringing individuals from all walks of life together through a positive platform that has no boundaries and cultivates imagination and passion. Most importantly, the day was intended to promote health and wellness nationwide.
So You Think You Can Dance’s Hip Hop choreographers, Napoleon and Tabitha D’umo, created a short Dizzy Feet Foundation dance routine specifically for Dance Day. To support SYTYCD's call to all Americans, The Dance Academy of North Jersey hosted a special event for dancers of all ages to come and learn the Hip-Hop routine.
The local press was present and many photos and videos were created - we will post they shortly. Anyone with video or photos they'd like included should email (dance.danj@gmail.com) or drop them off at the studio.
The Dance Academy of North Jersey is proud to announce its sponsorship of this exciting new program being introduced by the Jefferson Township Recreation Department in collaboration with Performing Hearts. Starting this summer, DANJ will host classes and provide instructors. The classes will include creative rhythm movement to Broadway music and pop-chart favorites. Styles will include elements of ballet, jazz and percussive dance and the use of props. Read the online AIM story published June 11, 2010.
On Saturday, June 5th, Jefferson Township's Mayor Russell Felter joined Sandy and Elaine to participate in the ribbon-cutting ceremony marking The Dance Academy of North Jersey's Grand Re-Opening. The event also featured the official launch of DANJ's sponsorship of the Jefferson Township's Performing Hearts Challenger Dance program (visit www.performinghearts.com for more information). The mayor toured our updated facilities including our new student lounge and remodeled parent waiting area.
New Summer Programs -- In addition to our regular summer technique classes, we are very excited to announce a series of new workshops beginning next month (read descriptions below, then click on each of the programs for more details):
Little Spinners dance camps are for children ages 2 1/2 to 8 years old. The camp is divided into three levels, each designed for the age group. Children are welcome to attend either one or both sessions. Miss Patti is very excited to meet our campers!
The Summer Stars workshops are for ages 8 & up. Children are welcome to attend either one or both sessions (each session will feature a different show). Sandy and Danny are expecting a number of surprise visitors from some of your favorite Broadway shows!
A new DANJ summer program featuring guest instructor Katie Hopkins. Katie is a staff member of The Cadets Drum & Bugle Corps and has served as its captain. She looks forward to greeting members of local color guards, dance teams & studio dancers.
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