Thursday, January 26, 2012

A 'JUMP'ing Good Time Was Had By All

The young ladies from Mindy's Dance Center Dance Company had an opportunity to attend the JUMP Dance Convention, January 6th-January 8th, 2012 and a 'JUMP'ing good time was had by all!  The JUMP Convention provides dance instruction from dancers known inside and outside of the dance community - include Melanie Moore, the 2011 winner of 'So You Think You Can Dance.'

For 3 days, the MDC Dance Company learned from the best in the categories of Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, Contemporary, Ballet, Hip Hop and Jazz Funk.  The instruction included learning new dance steps, tips on improving technique and the importance of stage presence.  Alot of learning mixed with alot of fun.

Finally, taking a page from the world of the professional dancer, they each participated in an audition where they learned a short number to perform for a judge.  The performances continue through several round of elimination until a winner is chosen.  Our girls were shining stars and we would like to proudly announce that 4 dancers received classroom scholarships at JUMP this year; Mary Moritz, Larissa Mikle, Maggie Upp and Kas Scott.  These dancers were chosen by their teachers for an outstanding performance in that class.  Way to go girls!














Thursday, January 5, 2012

Dance Company SHOWCASE - Its Time to Shine!!

In August of 2011, 22 girls made the commitment to be the best dancers they could be - working hard in their classes, rehearsing for many hours and bonding as a team.  Now its time for a first glimpse of what is sure to be an amazing competition season when the Dance Company from Mindy's Dance Center dazzles everyone at their annual Showcase on Sunday, January 15th, 2pm at the Pavillion in John Knox Village.  Family, friends and anyone who loves dance is welcome and tickets are available in advance (via the weblink below or at the studio) or at the door for $10.  Come join us as we usher our dancers into their competition season with cheers and alot of fun.

This is the weblink you would use to purchase tickets online - be sure to indicate who you are coming to watch because the girls are having a contest to see who has the most fans.   
http://guestlistapp.com/events/80202