Wow. We really have some AMAZING artists coming for some special workshops this summer. Needless to say, we are super excited about it all..and hope you are,too!  As a reminder, you can register beginning the 15th this month!

Know what’s REALLY great? Having Amy Brandt back at our studio again!  Did you know she has a column with Pointe Magazine? Check it out by clicking here!

Now onto something that’s coming up sooner: spring break! We’re offering a “Mix it Up Jazz it Up Workshop” March 30, 31st, and April 1st!

This is a super fun workshop featuring jazz, hip-hop, modern, Zumbatonic, Lyrical, theatre dance, and leaps and turns…so, pretty much everything! This will be taught by Tara Leaderbrand, Lindsey Katsetos, and Karen Landrian, and those in grades 2-8 can join us!

So..call us now and reserve your spot! This is a unique, NEW thing for DCN and we want you to be  a part of it!

Also….

Yes, we know it’s super cold out there and it’s hard to believe we’ll see summer, but do we have some amazing stuff planned for you for June through August.  This means all levels and ages, and we could not be more excited about not only what we will be offering, but who will be teaching!

We know you are eager to know what’s going to be offered, so watch your email inboxes..you won’t be disappointed!

Poms Intensive, February 11th

This great workshop is for girls ages 12 and older who want to have the experience of learning Poms skills and prepare for their upcoming  spring Pom try-outs.

This one day workshop is led by LHS Varsity Pom Coach, Nikki White who led the LHS Pom Squad to first and second place state finishes.   The workshop will be held Thursday February 11th from 6-8 p.m. in Studio 2 at Dancenter North, and is $35.

Partnering Workshop, February 13th

This workshop will be an unbelievable opportunity to learn the intricacies of partnering from a group of great professional dancers.  Two separate levels are offered and each will contain a ballet technique class, a pointe warm-up and lots of partnering technique.  Because we want to be certain that each student receives the proper experience, this workshop will be limited.  Students will be accepted for registration based on the number of professional partners available for the workshop.  Only the levels described below will be allowed to register.

Ballet levels 4/5-6            12:30-3:15 p.m.                        Fee:  $50.00

Ballet levels 6/6-8            2:00-5:00 p.m.                        Fee:  $55.00

Registration will be on a first come first-served basis. Your registration will be confirmed as the procurement of the proper number of partners for registered students is secured. Registration can be made with check or cash. No charges will be accepted.

Registration for second semester is going on right now. Be sure to read the brochure carefully before coming in or giving us a call with your chosen classes!

We’re super super excited about our new classes: ZUMBA FOR KIDS as well as Zumba Tone for adults! This is such a fun way to get in shape, so we really hope you’ll give this class a try (or have your kids try it!).

Spring semester starts January 16th and runs through May 22nd. As always, we have something for everyone, and it all culminates in Defile at Carmel HS in May!

We also have the SPRING SHOWCASE this year, so we hope you’re ready for auditions……..

Second, Nutcracker will be opening before you know it. Where is the time flying?  Check out Triblocal: our rehearsal photos of the opening “party scene” is the featured gallery!

Again, thank you. Our students and families are just wonderful!

Dancenter North is proud to partner with Touche Salon for this very important cause! On October 17th, join us at our studio between 10-3 as part of the Pink Hair Tour! For a $10 donation, you will receive two pink hair extensions.  All proceeds will go to Rush Hospital for this very important research.

Hope to see you on the 17th: just follow the pink signs in our studio for the “salon” location!

Speaking of Nutcracker (we do a lot of that lately!): ticket sales for Nutcracker begin soon- mark your calendars! Tickets for both the LHS AND Genesee Theatre shows go on sale on Friday, October 16th, at 10:00 a.m. If you would like LHS tickets, you must call us at 847-367-7970 starting at that time. If you’re interested in Genesee, you must contact THEIR Box Office . For more info, please go to their website!

Returning this year is the magnificent Jon Lehrer, who will also be choreographing part of Act One! This is something we are super excited about.

Speaking of Jon Lehrer, he’s in town! LehrerDance performs at the Genesee tomorrow, AND he is giving a master class on Sunday. Don’t miss EITHER! Tickets are still available.