Casco Bay Movers February Newsletter | | |
Dancers in our semester and year-long classes are beginning to learn choreography for our annual spring concerts, which will be held on Saturday, June 13, at Westbrook Performing Arts Center. We are measuring dancers and preparing costume orders for this exciting event! Costume payments will be included in February's tuition installment for those who have not yet paid.
Dancers in our six-week sessions have been working with the concept of pathways: straight, curvy, and zig-zag, in January. Ask your dancer to show you a pathway dance at home. Can they travel through the pathways at different levels? In February, we will shift our focus to the concept of speed. Always a dancer favorite!
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Registration for the next 7-week series, which runs from February 23 through April 11, opens today!
Our Young Dancers Program is a thoughtfully designed curriculum that offers developmentally appropriate, concept-based education, ensuring that young dancers build a robust foundation for all forms of dance. By integrating the principles of braindance, this program not only nurtures physical skills but also fosters cognitive development, creativity, and emotional expression. This holistic approach empowers young artists to explore their potential, igniting their passion for dance while equipping them with essential tools for lifelong learning and artistic growth. Through this program, we inspire the next generation of dancers to embrace their unique journey and cultivate a deep love for the art of movement!
Course fees: 30-minute class ($95), 45-minute class ($100), with no registration fee.
Click here to register.
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Portland Youth Dance presents
Student Choreography Showcase & Gala
February 7th at 5:30 pm
Casco Bay Movers Studio Theater
PYD’s talented dancers will present their student works alongside special guests. Doors will open at 5:30 to celebrate our incredible dancers and community with food and drink included in your ticket price. $15-$50
Reserve your ticket here!
Tickets are limited and available on a first come first serve basis. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. Please email carolyn@portlandyouthdance.com for assistance.
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The Exchange X11
Sunday, 3.1.26 12-6 pm
Blue Waves Gym
631 Stevens Ave, Portland
The Exchange brings together local, street, and studio hip-hop dancers to experience the four elements of hip-hop, which include DJ, Emcee, BBoys/girls/people, and Graffiti, for this family-friendly event. Register for classes, battle, or observe here, or scan the QR code on the flyer.
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PYD Community Classes at Casco Bay Movers
DanceAbility for Ages 7-12 Years
March 7th – May 16th*, 2026
Saturdays 11:15 am- 12:15 pm
DanceAbility is dance for ALL people! This improvisation-based class will bring together kids with and without disabilities in a supportive environment to express themselves, connect, and have fun. No experience is necessary.
Young Dancers for Ages 3-5
March 7th – May 16th*, 20265
Saturdays 11:15 am – 12 pm
Portland Youth Dance teen dancers will lead this class for young dancers, introducing them to creative movement and early dance skills.
. Please email elizabeth@portlandyouthdance.com FMI or for questions. Register here.
*No classes held April 18 or 25, 2026
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Modern Jazz Workshop with Sasha Soreff
Saturday, February 14
9:30 – 11 am
$18/$16 seniors & college students, or a card punch
Sasha Soreff is a New York City-based choreographer, certified Resonant Healing Practitioner, empathy/movement facilitator, certified transformational somatic-centered coach, cancer journeyer, and dance teacher. For three decades, Sasha has been supporting individuals of all ages, capacities, and comfort levels to connect to their bodies and emotions, fostering a powerful sense of self-discovery and soulful expression. Read more here.
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Adult Repertory Classes begin in March
Repertory classes are designed for adult dancers interested in deepening their dance practice by learning choreographic work for performance. Repertory classes will focus solely on choreography; therefore, participation requires students to take the preceding technique class.
Click here to view the repertory class offerings, which include ballet, tap, hip hop, and contemporary/modern. Dancers will perform in Casco Bay Movers' annual spring concert on Saturday, June 13, 2026.
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Movement & Mobility 101 with Michelle Hahn
Fridays from 6-7 pm at Casco Bay Movers
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Join Michelle for a movement class that goes beyond the gym, blending gymnastics, calisthenics, dance, capoeira, and somatic practices to help you build strength, mobility, spinal health, and body awareness for a resilient, adaptable body. Absolutely no experience necessary, and all levels are welcome! Register with Michelle using the link below.
Learn more and register for classes here.
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Subcircle presents dOLLOP at Casco Bay Movers
Saturday, Feb 14 & Sunday, Feb 15 at 7 pm
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Subcircle presents Phase 2 of dOllOP, a 3-Phase performance series showcasing the work of Maine choreographers as it develops over the course of 15 months.
On February 14 + 15 @ 7 pm at Casco Bay Movers Subcircle invites you to witness new works by choreographers Jenny Dignan, Anne Tantuico, Jessie Laurita-Spanglet, and Tristan Koepke. Following the performance on the 14th, dance artist Sara Juli will lead a post-show conversation with the artists. Reserve your ticket here.
| | little house dance presents little house creates at SPACE | Friday, Feb 20 at 7 pm | | |
little house dance is a professional contemporary company teaching open classes on Tuesdays and making work at Casco Bay Movers. This show features work by CBM teaching artists, Isabel Ball and Mia Muntu.
Also check out the little house creates community show on Thursday, February 19, featuring works by dancers in our community!
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Celebrating Black Dance History Month
During Black History Month, we will share links to articles and videos celebrating the rich history of Black dance forms and pioneers. Click here to celebrate with us.
| | February School Vacation Week | February 16 - 21 | | Adult drop-in classes will run during the February school vacation week. Children and teen classes will not be held from Monday, February 16 - Saturday, February 21. | | | |
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February 1 - Open registration for 7-week Session 4 begins
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February 7 - Portland Youth Dance Student Choreography Showcase
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February 16 -21 - February School Vacation - Only adult classes are held
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March 1 - Portland Youth Dance Hip Hop Exchange
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March 22 - Cabin Fever Showcase
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April 20 -25 - April School Vacation - Only adult classes are held
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May 17 - Portland Youth Dance May Show
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June 13 - Spring Concerts
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For news on class cancellations, check our website, Facebook or Instagram, television channels 6, 8, and 13, or our voicemail. We do not always close if Portland Public Schools are closed.
If we are open for class and your family is uncomfortable with the commute, please feel free to use your discretion. We are happy to schedule makeup classes. Call 207.871.1013 or email for assistance.
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