Hello DP Family,
Below are this week’s reminders! Please take a moment and read them through.
If you have any questions feel free to chat with DP School staff in Office 321 (3rd floor of Greensboro Cultural Center, near Studio 323) from 3-6pm Monday-Thursday each week, and our Table Support parent volunteers/interns 5-7pm Monday-Thursday, 9:30-10:45am Saturdays.
Feel free to call or email ahead to schedule a time to drop off payments or meet with staff
Call: (336) 370-6776, Email: magalli@danceproject.org
Summer Session 6.12-8.12 (8 weeks)
| Last Day to Waive Summer 23 Reg. Fee: 5.15 First Week of Classes/Open House: 6.12-6.17 Dancing a Story Camp: 6.12-6.16 Juneteenth (no class- DP Closed): 6.19 Independence Day (no class- DP Closed): 7.3-7.8 Last Day to Register Summer 23: 7.10 Summer 23 Scholarships Due: 7.10 | Trip to Museum Camp: 7.17-7.21 Dance Sampler Jr. Camp: 7.24-7.28 Teen Technique Clinic (Week 1): 7.31-8.4 Teen Performance Co. Guest Piece: 7.31- 8.4 Teen Technique Clinic (Week 2): 8.7-8.11 Rise Guest Piece: 8.7-8.11 Last Week of Summer Classes: 8.7-8.12 Pre/Pro Intensive: 8:12-8.13 |
| Modern III/IV Master Class Series ScheduleTuesdays 6:00-7:30pm, Studio 323 13+ Drop InRotating Guest Artists | ||
| Instructor- Jiwon Ha Tuesday June 13 Tuesday June 20 Tuesday June 27 *Final Week! | Instructor- Taryn Griggs Tuesday July 11 *1st week!Tuesday July 18Tuesday July 25 | Instructor- Renay Aumiller Tuesday August 1Tuesday August 8 |
Summer Youth Student Reminders
For more information for youth classes: https://danceproject.org/student-hub/
To make a payment/register for classes & camps via class portal: https://app.thestudiodirector.com/danceprojectinc/portal.sd?page=Login
DP Closed- Independence Day
- Reminder that DP is closed (no classes or camps) this upcoming week of Monday, July 3-Saturday, July 8 for 4th of July holiday.
- Greensboro Cultural Center building will be closed on July 4th.
- We will return for regular classes July 10th.
Summer 2023 session is in full swing!
- Summer semester runs 6.12-8.12 (8 weeks)
- Summer 2023 Camps AND classes are still available for registration! Be sure to save your spot!
- Classes open for registration until 7.10! Classes available for ages 18 months to 18+!
- Camps open for registration until the Wednesday before camp week! Camps available for ages 3-18! Half day and full day options.
- Youth Classes/Camp Details (ages 12 & under): https://danceproject.org/summer/
- Limited spots still available in our Trip to the Museum Camp & Dance Sampler Jr. Camps (ages 5-7)! Be sure to register ASAP to save your spot!
- Creative Movement & Dancing with Tots classes are filling up! Be sure to save your spot ASAP!
- Drop In Class Details (ages 13+): https://danceproject.org/summer-2023-adults/
- Teen (13+) and Adult (18+) must purchase a single class ticket/ multi class pass via Eventbrite here
- If you have any questions in regards to level/class placement for you/your dancer, please reach out to magalli@danceproject.org
More Summer Dance Options for Teens!
- Teen Technique Clinic
- Join us for 2 weeks of our new Teen Technique Clinic camp! Dancers will explore various dance styles and work to further develop their dance technique and artistry. Perfect for dancers looking to grow over the summer. Registration available for one or both weeks. For more information please visit our website here
- Week 1, July 31-August 4: Instructor- Eli Motley (Contemporary/Modern, Hip-Hop, Dance for the Camera) Check out Eli’s bio here.
- Week 2, August 8-August 12: Instructor- Caitlin Dutton-Reaver (Contemporary/Modern, Ballet, Choreography Composition) Check out Caitlin’s bio here.
- Pre/Professional Dance Intensive August 12-13!
Final Call for Scholarship Applications- Pre/Pro & Teen Technique Clinic!
- We have had a great number of scholarship applications this summer, so we have been able to award many scholarships already to youth and adults!
- Some summer scholarship funding for the Pre/Professional Dance Intensive & Teen Technique Clinic only still available!
- Final scholarship due date is 7.10! More info & apply ASAP here
- Applications are processed on a rolling basis, first come first serve while funds remain.
- Please contact Lauren@danceproject.org with any scholarship questions.
Donation Request- Camp Activity Supplies
- We are looking for any families who might have any of the following they would be interested in donating, used or new condition:
- Puzzles
- Board games
- Building blocks
- Lego sets
- Picture books
- Coloring Books/Activity Books
- These items would be used during our camps for camp activities and student playtimes during our full day 9am-5pm camps.
- If you have any of these items that you might be willing to donate, please reach out to magalli@danceporject.org to schedule a time to drop off at our office!
Last Call for Spring 2023 Lost & Found!
- Lots of lovely items from our Spring classes were found this semester in the studio as well as at Spring Showcase and are looking for their rightful home!
- If you lost something this past semester/at showcase and would like to check our lost & found, please contact Magalli (336)370-6776 magalli@danceproject.org or visit the lost & found in Studio 323.
- Any items in the lost & found not claimed by July 3rd will be donated.
Spring Showcase Followup
- Please stay tuned for more information in regards to videos of all 3 Spring Showcase shows, to be sold digitally via Eventbrite in coming weeks!
- Please stay tuned for more photos to be posted from Spring Showcase!
The North Carolina Dance Festival (NCDF)
- Welcome New 2023-2024 Artists in Residence!
- *DP instructor* Jonah Carrel, Christine Fisher, KT Williams, Ayan Felix, Londs Reuter, Rob Myers, Ashlee Dance, and Chania Wilson
- Check out all Artist in Residence bios here
- What is NCDF? The NC Dance Festival, a production of the Dance Project, is an annual touring showcase of modern and contemporary choreography by NC artists. The Festival establishes a network of venues for professional regional choreography and performance, expanding accessibility of dance throughout the state while raising the profile of North Carolina’s own artists.
- Want more news about NCDF and other Dance Project programming? Sign up for our organization-wide emails here!
- More NCDF info here: https://danceproject.org/ncdf/
Payment Schedule & Information
- Second Summer installment due by this upcoming Monday, July 3rd
- Camp payments must be made manually (not included in autopay), by cash/check in office, or with card via class portal by the Wednesday prior to camp week.
- Ex: If camp is the week of 6.12-6.18, camp payment must be made by Wednesday 6.7.
- We accept Cash, Check, or Credit Card payments
- Credit card payments are made in the class portal only and incur a 3% surcharge. This goes to the processing company and not to DP
- Dance Project does not accept in-person credit card payments but accepts cash/check in office
- Late Payment Communication
- Any payments made after the 10th will incur a $10 late fee (or 10 days following tuition due date if not the 1st)
- Notification of late payment will be sent on the 11th via email
- Any student with an account unpaid by the 20th will be unable to participate
- Summer classes can be paid in full or in 2 installments
- Installment schedule: 6/12, 7/1
- Autopay will run on 6/12, 7/3
- Autopay participants who register after a draft date will need to manually pay before the 10th of the month to avoid a late fee
- We do not pro-rate tuition. Students do have the option to make up a class in a comparable class. If you need to make up a class please contact Magalli magalli@danceproject.org
- Parents are fiscally responsible for the cost of the full semester after 3 classes have been attended, regardless of attendance from that point on
General Reminders
For more general information about Dance Project: danceproject.org
Greensboro Cultural Center
- All Dance Project classes, unless otherwise noted, occur on the 3rd floor of the Greensboro Cultural Center (200 N Davie St, Greensboro, NC 27401)
- We currently make use of Studios 323, 305, and 317. Please note on our class schedule which studio your dancer’s class/camp occurs in.
- Our office is located in Suite 321. Please visit us in office or call/email magalli@danceproject.org (336)370-6776 to set up a time to meet, ask questions, or a make a cash/check payment. Please note office staff hours may vary.
Parking
- Parking is recommended in the Church St Parking Deck. First hour free. You can validate your parking at the Greensboro Central Library. Parking is free if leaving after 7pm on weekdays, free on weekends. Otherwise, $1/hr.
- During Tanger Center events, the Church Street parking deck is shared with Tanger patrons.
- Anyone displaying the attached voucher in either print or digital form will be exempted from the posted Tanger Center parking fee. This voucher is valid only at the Church Street Parking Deck after 5pm Monday-Friday, and anytime on the weekend. Voucher Here
- Visitors who do not have the voucher, but who indicate to the attendant upon entry that their visit is for something other than attendance at a Tanger Center event, will have the $10 fee waived.
- These waivers apply only to the $10 Special Event fee being implemented before Tanger Center events
Communication
- Phone
- Office: (336)370-6776
- Email
- Executive Director (Dance Project: The School)- Lauren Joyner lauren@danceproject.org
- Executive Director (NC Dance Festival)- Anne Morris anne@danceproject.org
- School Coordinator- Magalli Morana magalli@danceproject.org
- Band App
- You may use this app to view real time updates and posts from school staff, and to message school staff directly.
- Please download Band in your app store
- Follow profile prompts (name, number, verification)
- 2 Ways to join:
- Search the app for “Dance Project the School” and join
- Press “more” button on the home bar (looks like three stacked lines, it may be located elsewhere depending on your device).> check invite (email icon)> choose “I have a link” Copy and paste: https://band.us/n/aaaf8fb6N3xbN
- Once you request to join our band an administrator will give you access within 24 hours. If you are having issues feel free to reach out to the office
Health Guidelines
- Face masks are optional for all DP students and staff.
- Please read Dance Project’s COVID response action plan and protocols
- https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DYfCKmjID62nQJwrD6Avos87J9VhCf9fAxp2M7FSll0/edit?usp=sharing
- Please note guidelines for what to do if you/your dancer test positive for covid, are exposed to covid, or are experiencing general illness. You may be asked to test for covid before returning to class, or wear a mask if returning to class with general symptoms/illness. Full details in link above.
- If you have any questions or concerns please contact Lauren
Summer Drop In Student Reminders
Summer 2023 Class Tickets/Passes are available!
- Summer session runs 6.12-8.12 (8 weeks)
- Get your class pass and save big on classes this summer!
- All In Class Pass: select 1 weekly class all summer at a discounted rate
- 10 Class Pass: 10 classes of your choice at a discounted rate
- Drop-In (Single Class Ticket): one class at time at $15 a class
- Learn more and purchase via Eventbrite here
- Most Dance Project 13+/18+ drop in classes are Open Level (anyone can join!), with the exception of Modern III/IV Master Class Series, Jazz III/IV, and Contemporary Movement Lab, which are recommended for advanced dancers. If you have any questions in regards to level/class placement or specific class recommendations, please reach out to magalli@danceproject.org
Class Pass/Class Ticket Purchases
- Dance Project does not accept cash, check or credit card payments in office for drop in class tickets/class pass purchases.
- Class Tickets/Class Passes must be purchased online via Eventbrite and require manual card entry. If you have any trouble purchasing a class ticket online, Dance Project Staff are happy to walk you through this process to purchase your ticket/pass online in office or on the phone.
- *An exception is only made for Adult Scholarships and Professional Practice Program scholarship recipients, who may pay in office via cash or check, or online via a class portal account here.*
Waiver
- Please be sure to fill out the waiver attached to your ticket/pass receipt before your first class with Dance Project, or you may be asked to fill out a paper copy of our waiver before class. A waiver is required for participation in classes at Dance Project.
- Waiver also available here
Class Highlights
Contemporary Movement Lab (18+) with Caitlyn Schrader
- Saturdays 10:30-12:00pm in Studio 323 * CLASS BEGINS THIS WEEKEND JULY 1st*
- Join Dance Project for an 18+ drop-in-only intermediate/advanced contemporary dance class intended for dance professionals and collegiate level dancers. Class is based in Safety Release Technique yet also integrates various other release-based contemporary techniques and supportive methodologies through a somatic approach.
- Class taught by past NCDF Artist In Residence Caitlyn Schrader. Check out Caitlyn’s bio here
Time Shifts for Breaking & ABB!
- We are excited to highlight 2 classes which have shifted to more ideal times this summer, to allow more folks to join class! We invite anyone and everyone to join!
- Open Level Breaking (13+) with Joshua “Link” Lanning!
- *NEW CLASS TIME: Tuesdays 6:00-7:15pm in Studio 305
- Join us for an Open Level Breaking class perfect for teens and adults of all levels/experience. Emphasis will be placed on coordination, rhythm, dynamics, personal style and expression within hip hop and breaking styles. Class will include a jam session/cypher.
- Check out Link’s bio here
- Absolute Beginner Ballet (18+) with Caitlin Dutton-Reaver
- *NEW CLASS TIME: Thursdays 7:15-8:15pm in Studio 305
- Join Dance Project for an Absolute Beginner Ballet class perfect for adults new to dance or looking to polish their basic ballet skills! Learn the fundamentals of ballet and get moving this summer!
- Class taught by past NCDF Performing Artist/Artist In Residence Caitlin Dutton-Reaver. Check out Caitlin’s bio here
- Open Level Breaking (13+) with Joshua “Link” Lanning!
Modern III/IV Advanced Master Class Series
- Our Modern III/IV Master Class Series is back this summer, Tuesdays 6:00-7:30pm in Studio 323 with 3 guest artists…
- Jiwon Ha: June 13, June 20, June 27 *final week this upcoming Tuesday!
- Taryn Griggs: July 11, July 18, July 25 *Begins soon!
- Renay Aumiller: August 1, August 8
Instructor Highlight- Meghan Hartnett John!
- Join Meghan this summer for Jazz III/IV (13+ drop in) Thursdays 6:00-7:30pm! This class is perfect for dancers who want to develop their dance technique with turns, jumps, flexibility, and strength-building. Join us on Thursdays to learn a fun jazzy combo with lots of great music featured in Meghan’s class!
- Meghan Hartnett John is a multi-faceted dancer, teacher and administrator, whose background is rooted in ballet, contemporary, modern and jazz technique. As a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, receiving a Bachelors of Fine Arts in Dance with a minor in Arts Administration, Meghan desires to support and advocate for the arts and specifically, the dance community. During her time at UNCG, she has performed original works by Germaul Barnes, Ronald K. Brown, Michael Job, B.J. Sullivan, and Kara Janelle Wade. Meghan has also had the opportunity to teach and create multiple pieces of choreography. Her work has been performed at Encore Dance Studios, the Harris YMCA School of Dance, Northwest School of the Arts, and the University of North Carolina at Greensboro as well as many dance competitions and conventions. Additionally, Meghan has worked administratively for the Joffrey Ballet School, Dance Project Inc. and Charlotte Ballet.
- If you enjoy Jazz with our Executive Director Lauren Joyner, you will LOVE Jazz with Meghan! Meghan has trained directly with Lauren and you may even notice some similarities in their classes!
Adult Performance Company
- What is Adult Performance Company?
- Dance Project’s Adult Performance Company (18+) is an opportunity for adult dancers to learn, create, and perform choreography in the community, and participate in many other opportunities, such as attending dance events and workshops! Dancers meet for a weekly class which serves as their rehearsal time and work with a choreographer for the year. Adult Performance Company is open to all! No audition is required. Dancers are required to take at least 1 weekly dance technique class in addition to APC rehearsal time, in any dance style. Performance Company is only offered in Fall & Spring.
- Please reach out to School Coordinator Magalli Morana at magalli@danceproject.org if you are interested in joining APC for Fall 2023-Spring 2024, if you have any questions in regards to APC!
The North Carolina Dance Festival (NCDF)
- The NC Dance Festival, a production of the Dance Project, is an annual touring showcase of modern and contemporary choreography by NC artists. The Festival establishes a network of venues for professional regional choreography and performance, expanding accessibility of dance throughout the state while raising the profile of North Carolina’s own artists.
- Want more news about events and info on the school and NCDF, sign up for our organization-wide emails here
