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Cecil Dancenter Newsletter
April 2025
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STUDIO CALENDAR
SESSION FOUR:
February 21 - April 10
SESSION FIVE:
April 11 - June 2
EASTER BREAK:
April 16 - April 22
MEMORIAL BREAK
(no classes):
Friday, May 23 -
Monday, May 26
RECITAL DATES:
Studio Recitals,
May 31 - June 4 at Cecil Dancenter and
Dance Fundamentals - Adult classes stage/dress rehearsals are scheduled for June 2 – 6 (please keep the weekday evenings of the week of June 2 available for rehearsals) with recital performances on Saturday, June 7 and Sunday, June 8
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STUDIO REQUESTS
BASKET DONATIONS:
We are in need of large baskets that we can use to present our raffle items for our fundraisers. If you have any extras laying around that you would like to donate, please drop them off the studio and they will be put to good use!
PARKING LOT SAFETY:
The advent of warmer weather will see more families with children enjoying our front porch and walking about, so please be extra careful driving through the parking lot.
OBSERVATION WINDOWS:
Please be courteous of other families who would like to view their child in class and share or take turns at the windows. All of our families are an important part of our studio and should be able to enjoy seeing their child participate in an activity they love. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
LOBBY USE:
We love having siblings enjoy our books and toys as we understand that it can be hard to keep them occupied while waiting; however, we ask that you put away items played with before leaving and clean up any food messes from consuming snacks. We also ask that you do not allow your children to run around the lobby for safety reasons. Thank you!
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CECIL DANCE THEATRE OFFERS AUDIENCES A DREAM OF A SHOW THIS SPRING AS THEY PRESENT SLEEPING BEAUTY
CDT is excited to present this popular classic show to audiences on the stage at Milburn Stone Theatre this spring! Shows will be held Saturday, May 3 and Sunday, May 4 both days at 1:00pm. Awaken to the magic and beauty of this timeless tale… choreographer Anya Ivanova-Bojko, through our talented dancers, brings life to this story of age! This classic fairytale comes to Milburn Stone Theatre where viewers will be treated to a wickedly good performance where the beauty of ballet meets the drama of evil intentions. Great seats are available now! Young audience members may even dance on stage with some of our cast members in our pre-show! This is a show the whole family will love... for tickets call the box office at 410-287-1037 or click here to purchase online.
CHILDREN MAY DANCE WITH CAST MEMBERS ON STAGE DURING OUR PRESHOW EVENT!
Not only will little ones enjoy CDT's Sleeping Beauty show from the audience, but they can also participate on stage before the show begins! All children arriving prior to the start of the show will be able to come up on stage if they'd like to join the "Celebration of Spring" dance party following our cast members in some party dances like Hokey Pokey, Chicken Dance and Cha Cha Slide. No need to register for this event, simply purchase your performance tickets (click here for tickets) and arrive 15 minutes early to the show. Children may wear their favorite clothes, costume, or casual attire. We look forward to having all of the little ones join us on stage!
RECITAL INFORMATION / REMINDERS
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Creative Dance/Dance Basics Recitals: The studio recitals for Creative Dance and Dance Basics classes will be held Saturday, May 31 - Wednesday, June 4 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.
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Dance Fundamentals - Adult Recitals: Recitals for Dance Fundamentals - Adult classes will be held Saturday, June 7 and Sunday, June 8. To find out which day and time your student is performing, please click here for the assignment list. Tickets for these recitals will be $19 (plus fees) per person and will be sold online beginning sometime in May. Please watch your email for more information coming soon. Note: Classes will have a stage rehearsal held sometime between Monday, June 2 and Thursday, June 5 with a dress rehearsal on Friday, June 6.
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Recital T-Shirts Now Available: If you would like a 2025 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. Shirts may be picked up from the table in the main lobby. 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).
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Dance Fundamentals - Adult Recital DVD's: Recital DVD's are $45 (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.
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Recital Flowers Available: Would you like to surprise your dancer with a beautiful bouquet of flowers after his/her EHS performance? As a fundraiser, Cecil Dance Theatre, our senior performing company, is selling rose and spring mix arrangements from Fair Hill Florist for our students in the Elkton High School recitals (flowers are not available for studio recitals). The flower order form is available on lobby tables or click here. Orders are due by Thursday, May 22.
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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! | | |
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT for SUMMER CLASSES & CAMPS
*register by Monday, June 2 to receive 10% off tuition (code: SUMMER10)
Note: don't forget that the sibling discount also applies! Any siblings enrolling in any combination of our programs will receive the 15% family discount.
SUMMER DANCE CLASSES
Join us for our 7-week summer dance session with no registration fees! Mark your calendar for Monday, July 7 - Saturday, August 23. ONLINE registration is NOW AVAILABLE! If an age isn't specified for a class level, then please register for the same level you danced in for the 2025 recital performance. Click HERE for our schedule and don't forget to use code SUMMER10 by June 2 for the 10% tuition discount when enrolling!
WEDNESDAY PRINCESS WORKSHOPS
Ages 4-9 - 5:00pm-7:00pm - Studio B - $39/workshop
Attend one workshop or multiple workshops... flexible enrollment is always available!
Don’t miss your little one’s chance to enjoy creative improvisation, movement games, drama, and of course dancing in costumes… along with fun and magical memories full of adventure and creativity!
- Wed, June 18: Frozen 2
- Wed, June 25: Snow White
- Wed, July 2: The Little Mermaid
- Wed, July 9: Cinderella
- Wed, July 16: Beauty & The Beast
- Wed, July 23: Encanto
- Wed, July 30: Rapunzel
- Wed, Aug 6: Sleeping Beauty
- Wed, Aug 13: Frozen
- Wed, Aug 20: Princess & The Frog
PRINCESS CAMPS!
Princess camps (ages 4-9) will be held from 9:00am - 12:00pm in Studio B (main building). 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 11:45am in each camp to close out the week. $185 per camper with 15% off for siblings.
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FAIRYTALE Princess Camps: Both camps taught by Miss Devon Johnson... Your child will love our themes from Beauty & The Beast, Encanto, Cinderella, & Little Mermaid.
- Monday, July 7 - Friday, July 11
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Monday, July 21 - Friday, July 25
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FANTASY Princess Camps: Both camps taught by Miss Devon Johnson... Your child will love our themes from Tangled, Sleeping Beauty, Frozen, and Princess & The Frog.
- Monday, July 28 - Friday, Aug 1
- Monday, Aug 11 - Friday, Aug 15
Click HERE to register online. Enroll by June 2 for the 10% tuition discount with code SUMMER10.
DANCE CAMPS
We offer weeklong camps to keep our students engaged, entertained and educated in their dance experience! All camps are held at the main building except for Hip Hop camp which is held at Studio C. Campers will need a lunch, snack and plenty to drink except for Hip Hop camp in which they will only need drinks. Siblings receive 15% discount on camp registration and all campers registered by June 2 can receive 10% off tuition by using the code SUMMER10.
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BROADWAY CAMP: SOMETHING "WICKED" (ages 7-12): June 23 - 27 held 9:00am – 2:00pm. Feeling Popular? Wanna go Over The Rainbow? Interested in Defying Gravity? Attend this Broadway camp where students will sing, dance, act, play games, and enjoy crafts in a positive and inspiring environment! Family and friends are welcome to cheer us on at our short showcase on Friday at 1:45pm! Campers should bring a lunch, snack and drinks. $197 per dancer
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HIP HOP DON'T STOP CAMP (ages 9+): July 14 - July 18 held 9:00am - 12:00pm It’s all the rage … TikTok and Hip-Hop! This camp offers the perfect mix to make your summer sizzle with fun and excitement! Besides learning TikTok video dances, this amazing camp will feature hip-hop choreography, tricks, tumbling, improv, and cool games! We will even create our own sensational TikTok dances! Come out and learn new moves, make great friends and be inspired by our positive and motivating instructor, Platinum J! Come in comfy clothes & sneakers and bring plenty of water! There will be a demonstration for family/friends on Friday for the last 15 minutes of camp. $185 per dancer
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CRUISE SHIP CABARET (ages 6-12): Aug 4 - Aug 8 held 9:00am - 2:00pm All aboard for this trip around the world as we stop at various ports to get taste of the local flavor! This camp will send you on a fun adventure to stamp your passport and have you on your feet visiting the various origins of popular dance styles! Cruise ship games and activities are all a part of this all-inclusive journey! There will be a short demonstration of dances learned this week for parents on Friday at 1:45pm. Campers should bring a lunch, snack and drinks.
Click HERE to register online. Enroll by June 2 for the 10% tuition discount with code SUMMER10.
INTENSIVE OPPORTUNITIES: Our five-day summer dance intensives feature daily classes in a variety of styles with Victoria Walpole-McWilliams and guest teachers. Dancers receive tips to help them improve turns, jumps, general technique, performance quality and artistry along with gaining personalized attention, a renewed joy for movement, and motivation to push themselves to work outside of their comfort zone. Miss Victoria will share her experiences as a professional dancer and will offer one on one meetings to give dancers individualized feedback. In addition to instruction in ballet, jazz, modern, hip-hop, lyrical, and contemporary, there will also be guest teachers in other various styles of dance. The week will end with an in-studio performance open to friends and family to feature work learned. Don’t miss this inspiring week! Note: Make sure to bring a drink, a snack and lunch daily.
Click HERE for the intensive registration form or click HERE to enroll online and register by June 2 for the 10% tuition discount with code SUMMER10.
NOTE: Please register for the level you are currently in for the 2025 recital. All intensives will be held at Studio C from 9:00am - 3:00pm. $294 per dancer (less 10% with enrollment by June 2)
- Levels 3-6 Intensive: July 21 - 25
- Levels 7-8/Teen 3 Intensive: July 28 - Aug 1
- Levels 9-11 Intensive: Aug 4 - Aug 8
| | REMINDERS & GENERAL STUDIO INFO | | |
STUDIO REMINDERS
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.
- CREATIVE DANCE / DANCE BASICS
For dancers ages 3-6, we are still accepting registrations in Creative Dance and Dance Basics classes. Students have the option to be in our May/June recital held at the studio. Costume papers are on the lobby desk. Click here for available classes.
- CLASSES FOR STUDENTS AGE 7+
As interest in our dance classes grows, we have added a couple non-recital classes 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 opportunity as this is the perfect time for them to try our studio! To register, call our office.
- Ballet/Jazz Combo Mondays from 4:30pm - 5:15 (ages 6+)
- Hip Hop Mondays from 6:30pm - 7:15pm (ages 7-11)
- Adult Beginner Hip Hop Mondays from 7:15pm - 8:00pm
STAFF UPDATES
We congratulate the following staff members!
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DEVON JOHNSON: Miss Devon's choreographic talent explodes on stage in Milburn Stone Theatre's production of Anastasia this April. This story is sure to please all audiences! For tickets click here. NOTE: Surprise performance... don't miss Miss Devon and Miss Abby P performing a duet together!
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PLATINUM J: Order your copy of Platinum J's new book.... Unlock the Flow. This book offers actionable steps and motivational insights for dancers, instructors, and anyone seeking to unlock their full potential. Get yours today by clicking here.
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HOLLY VAN VOORHIS: Congratulations to Miss Holly for being selected as a Baltimore Raven's cheerleader for a second season!
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VICTORIA WALPOLE-MCWILLIAMS: Don't miss our own Miss Victoria in the Ballet Theatre of Maryland's presentation of Swan Lake this April! This ballet is a must-see for anyone who loves ballet! Click here to purchase tickets.
WE WANT YOU TO "LIKE US"
Keep up-to-date with general studio information by "liking" our Facebook page... click here.
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-$94/hour. If you are interested in private lessons, please contact our office.
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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 pointe shoes. 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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