Cecil Dancenter Newsletter
April 2022
SPRING TIME FUN HAS SPRUNG!
STUDIO CALENDAR

SESSION FOUR:
Fri, Mar 4 - Thu, Apr 28

EASTER BREAK
(no classes):
Thu, Apr 14 - Wed, Apr 20

SESSION FIVE:
Fri, Apr 29 - Mon, Jun 13

MEMORIAL BREAK
(no classes):
Fri, May 27 - Mon, May 30

RECITAL DATES:  
Studio Recitals, June 11 - 15 at Cecil Dancenter and
Dance Fundamentals - Adult classes stage/dress rehearsals are scheduled for June 13 – 17 (please keep the weekday evenings of the week of June 13 available for rehearsals) with recital performances on Saturday, June 18 and Sunday, June 19

OUR PERFORMING COMPANIES OFFER AUDIENCES SOME "SPRING" IN THEIR STEPS

THE 12 DANCING PRINCESSES "TRIP THE LIGHT FANTASTIC" THIS WEEKEND!
Cecil Junior Dance Troupe invites audiences to their presentation of the 12 Dancing Princesses on Saturday, April 2 at 1:00pm and Sunday, April 3 at 1:00pm at Elkton High School. You will love seeing our cast of characters come to life on stage in a whirlwind of a show! Tickets are $16 and available only at the door.
 
THE PRINCESS & THE MAGICAL UNICORN... MAGIC AWAITS IN THIS REIMAGINED TALE PRESENTED BY CDT
Cecil Dance Theatre is so excited for audiences to see this magical tale that combines classic ballet with theatrical dances creating an entertaining production to keep viewers captivated from beginning to end. Performances are Saturday, May 7 at 1pm and 5pm at Milburn Stone Theatre on the campus of Cecil College. Tickets are on sale now! Click here to buy online or call the box office at 410-287-1037.
 
RECITAL INFORMATION / REMINDERS
  • Creative Dance/Dance Basics Recital Costume Orders: The studio recitals for Creative Dance and Dance Basics classes will be held Saturday, June 11 - Wednesday, June 15 at our studio. There is free admission for family and friends and all dancers receive a trophy. For more information, see the lobby table, click here, or watch your email for recital updates coming soon.
  • Dance Fundamentals - Adult Recitals: Recitals for Dance Fundamentals - Adult classes will be held Saturday, June 18 and Sunday, June 19 (Father's Day Weekend). Tickets for these recitals will be $16 per person and will go on sale June 4. Please watch your email for more information coming soon. Note: classes will have a stage rehearsal held sometime between Monday, June 13 and Thursday, June 16 with a dress rehearsal on Friday, June 17.
  • Recital T-Shirts Now Available: If you would like a 2022 recital t-shirt please stop by the office to pick one up in person, see the lobby desk for our order form (or click here) and place your order in the lobby deposit box. These shirts have the names of dancers in all our recitals on the back (provided you were enrolled by February 22 when names were submitted to our printer).
  • Dance Fundamentals - Adult Recital DVD's: Recital DVD's are $40 (includes tax) and are only available in Blu-Ray format. Please make note of the type of player you have and whether it is capable of playing Blu-Ray discs before purchasing. The order form is available on the lobby tables or click here. Please note that we do not video studio recitals.
  • Annual Awards: Congratulations to the students celebrating five or ten years at Cecil Dancenter and to our graduating seniors! We ask all families to please review the list below and if your child's name should be listed and is not here (or is listed here in error), please call our office so that we may check our records.
SUMMER FUN... OUT OF THE SUN!
SNEAK PEAK for SUMMER CLASSES & CAMPS
*register by Saturday, June 4 to receive 10% off tuition (codes below)
** Code 10%SUMMER22 for classes
*** Code 10%SUMMER2022 for camps and intensives

SUMMER DANCE CLASSES
Join us for our 7-week summer dance session with no registration fees! Mark your calendar for Tuesday, July 5 - Monday, August 22. ONLINE registration is NOW AVAILABLE! Click HERE for our schedule or to enroll and don't forget to use code 10%SUMMER22 for the 10% tuition discount!

PRINCESS CAMPS!
Princess camps will be held from 9:00am - 12:00pm in Studio B (main building), no extended care will be available. Please bring a snack and drink each day. Transform your little dancer into a princess with dancing, movement games, drama, costumes, and creative improvisations. Your child will love portraying characters from classic princess and fairytale movies! A show for parents is held on Fridays at 11:30am in each camp to close out the week.
  • Princess Camp #1 - Monday, June 27 - Friday, July 1 (taught by Miss Abby Pinkerton)
  • Your child will love our themes from Beauty & The Beast, Snow White, Frozen, and Tangled.
  • Princess Camp #2 - Monday, July 11 - Friday, July 15 (taught by Miss Devon Johnson)
  • Your child will love our themes from Beauty & The Beast, Snow White, Frozen, and Tangled.
  • Princess Camp #3 - Monday, July 18 - Friday, July 22 (taught by Miss Abby Pinkerton)
  • Your child will love our themes from Moana, Little Mermaid, Sleeping Beauty, and Cinderella.
  • Princess Camp #4 - Monday, July 25 - Friday, July 29 (taught by Miss Devon Johnson)
  • Your child will love our themes from Moana, Little Mermaid, Sleeping Beauty, and Cinderella.

Enjoy one camp for $178 or multiple camps for $158 each (note: our online system DOES NOT recognize the multiple camp discount... please call us to override the online charge). Click HERE for the registration form or click HERE for our webpage and enroll by June 4 for the 10% tuition discount with code 10%SUMMER2022.

DANCE CAMPS
  • DANCE SPIRIT CAMP (ages 7-12): July 5 - 8 (4 days, Tues – Fri) held 9:00am – 3:00pm at the main studio taught by Miss Devon Johnson. Explore the life of a dancer and gain tips to be the best you can be in the studio and on stage. Join us as we explore all dance styles and have fun learning new skills. No extended care is available. $205 per dancer (less 10% with enrollment by June 4)
  • SPARKLE DANCE CAMP (ages 6-12): June 27 - July 1, held 9:00am - 3:00pm at the main studio taught by Miss Nicole Roark. Join us as we add some sparkle to your summer by learning exciting choreography, doing crafts with glitter, decorating cupcakes with sparkle and shining your light in other fun activities and games! No extended care is available. $240 per dancer (less 10% with enrollment by June 4)
  • PAMPERED DANCER CAMP (ages 7-12): Aug 1 - Aug 5, held 9:00am - 3:00pm at the main studio taught by Miss Devon Johnson. Enjoy being pampered with DIY salon and spa treatments and get the chance to create and design your own spa! Dancers will also enjoy games, drama, and of course learn exciting choreography!  No extended care is available. $240 per dancer (less 10% with enrollment by June 4)
  • MUSICAL THEATRE CAMP (ages 6-18): DATE TBD, held 9:00am - 11:30am at the main studio taught by Miss Melissa Fazzino. Kick up your heels and have the time of your life in this Broadway style camp. Join us for improvisation, music, singing, and dance! No extended care is available. $130 per dancer (less 10% with enrollment by June 4)

Click HERE for the form to register or click HERE for our webpage and register by June 4 for the 10% tuition discount with code 10%SUMMER2022.
 
INTENSIVE OPPORTUNITIES: Our five-day summer dance intensives features daily classes in a variety of styles where dancers will receive tips to help them improve their technique, performance quality and artistry. Students will receive personalized attention, a renewed joy for movement, and will be inspired to push themselves to work outside of their comfort zone. The week will end with an in-studio performance open to friends and family to feature work learned throughout the week. Don’t miss this inspiring week! Click HERE for the intensive registration form or click HERE to enroll online and register by June 4 for the 10% tuition discount with code 10%SUMMER2022
NOTE: Please register for the level you are currently in for the 2022 recital. All intensives will be held at Studio C from 9:00am - 3:00pm with no extended care available. $280 per dancer
  • Junior Levels 2/3 Intensive: July 11 - 15
  • Intermediate 1-2 Intensive: Aug 1 - 5
  • Intermediate 3-4 Intensive: July 25 - 29 
REMINDERS & GENERAL STUDIO INFO
STUDIO REMINDERS
  • TODDLER DANCE
Children ages 18 - 36 months are always welcome to join our toddler classes any time of year. Students will dance and sing along to classic children's music and nursery rhymes. Movement games and props such as hoops, instruments, ribbons, balls and parachutes will be introduced. Color & shape recognition as well as counting and social interaction will be emphasized. Parent/guardian participation is required. A * NEW* class will be added to our schedule for Mondays, from 4:00pm - 4:30pm beginning Monday, May 2.
  • CREATIVE DANCE / DANCE BASICS
For dancers ages 3-5, we are still accepting registrations in Creative Dance and Dance Basics classes. Students have the option to be in our June recital held at the studio. Costume papers are on the lobby desk. We have also added *NEW* non-recital classes in a special 9-week session that begins this Monday, April 4 (see below), call us to register!
  • Creative Dance on Mondays from 5:15pm - 5:45
  • Dance Basics on Mondays from 5:45pm - 6:30
  • BOYS AGES 3-4
Miss Nicole is still taking new dancers in her boys only class on Thursdays, 4:30pm - 5:00pm. If you have a young son who is looking for a way to "get the wiggles out", then have him try our class! We would also welcome him to bring a friend to try a free class together. Just contact the office to schedule your free trial today!
  • CLASSES FOR STUDENTS AGE 6+
As interest in our dance classes grows, we have added a couple non-recital classes on Mondays (beginning 4/4) for older students to join since the deadline has passed for ordering recital costumes in our current classes. Please tell your friends to check us out for this special 9-week course as this is perfect time for them to try our studio! To register, call our office.
  • Ages 6+ - Ballet/Jazz Mondays from 6:30pm - 7:15
  • Ages 7+ - Hip Hop Mondays from 7:15pm - 8:00

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DRESS CODE
Please click here for information regarding our dress code for each of our dance styles. It is important that you dress appropriately so that the instructor can make sure your technique and form are correct. For classes requiring dance shoes we recommend purchasing those shoes at The Dance Station. Slippers found at Walmart or discount stores are not recommended as it's hard for the instructor to see if the foot is properly pointed.
NOTES ON ATTIRE: Although it is becoming more common to see professionals in the dance industry wearing crop tops, halters and sports bras, our studio requires dancers come to class dressed modestly with their torsos covered. We strive to promote a level of confidence that focuses on dance and not body image; therefore, students will be asked to change if they come to class exposing their torso. If you have any questions or concerns about this, please contact the office. Thank you for helping us to provide a family friendly atmosphere at Cecil Dancenter.
 
BALLET SLIPPER TIP
Please tuck your dancers ballet slipper laces underneath the top of the shoe. The lace may be cut shorter so it's more comfortable for your child (just make sure to double knot the lace). This provides a more aesthetic look for the mature dancer and for our younger dancers it helps the child/teacher to spend time on instruction rather than tying shoe laces.

PRIVATE LESSONS 
Private lessons are a great way for students to get personalized attention and individualized corrections. We have staff members available to give private dance lessons at a rate of $25-$72/hour. If you are interested in private lessons, please contact our office.
NEIGHBOR & COMMUNITY NEWS
The Dance Station
Visit The Dance Station located next to studio C for all your dance wear needs. Visit The Dance Station located next to studio C for all your dance wear needs. The April special is 10% off tights.   Hours of operation: Monday thru Friday 11:00am-7:00pm; Saturday 9:00am-4:00pm; Sunday closed www.thedancestationllc.com; 443-674-8075
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