Ballet Faculty
Welcome
Welcome to our ballet faculty webpage. As many of our students are progressing through the ISTD exams the students have reached the standard where we would like to open up additional opportunities in the ballet and theatrical faculty.
There will be a few changes taking place aimed at providing further challenges and opportunities for those who enjoy and show promise in ballet.
We aim to increase the amount of ballet training available by the addition of ballet coaching classes. We will also be increasing the number of performance opportunities available, by inviting some students to compete in local dance festivals and in a bi-
Ballet Theatre Show
The Dance Reality ballet faculty will be presenting a ballet show on December 18th 2011. All students from Primary grade upwards will be eligible to take part. Rehearsals will take place mainly during the junior and senior coaching classes. Those who do not attend the coaching classes regularly will be invited to join rehearsals on set dates. Further information on taking part in the ballet show and rehearsal schedules will be provided soon.
Sunday 18th December 2011
Oakwood Theatre, Woodley
Termly Ballet Recitals
We recognise that dancing involves a lot of commitment from parents as well as students. We would like to thank you by sharing with you the progress that we are making in ballet. We are inviting parents and close family to attend a ballet recital at the end of each term. Recitals will take place during ordinary lesson time in the final week of each term. Ballet awards for class champions will also be presented during the summer term recitals.
Competitions
Ballet Coaching Classes
From September 2011, there will be the
addition to the timetable of junior and senior
ballet coaching classes. In these classes,
students will have the opportunity to learn
routines beyond the normal syllabus work
including excerpts from popular classical and
contemporary ballets. The aim is to challenge
students in order to further strengthen their classical technique and performance skills. We will also work on limbering and toning exercises to prepare students for future challenges. Regular attendance at this class will also bring with it additional performance opportunities such as ballet shows and festivals.
Invitation to these classes is based on attendance, uniform, punctuality and attitude in grade classes, amongst other factors.
Summer Workshops
To prepare for the future of ballet at dance reality, we will be holding a summer ballet workshop working on pieces from the wonderful ballet, Coppelia. This workshop is suitable for both junior and senior students, For further information on this workshop and other workshops including ballet and contemporary, please visit the Dance Reality website or speak to Charlie.
Uniform
Uniform standard in ballet is much improved. However, may I remind students and parents that for ballet, hair must be worn in a neat bun, with fringes off the face. Loose hair is distracting for students in class and affects their progression. An explanation of how to do a bun can be found on the notice board. If you are unsure please ask your teacher. Also, white ballet belts are compulsory for grade one upwards.
ISTD Exams
17th July 2011 - The Ballet Faculty is celebrating another year of examination success. Congratulations to all 32 students that took their grade examinations this summer, all of whom passed at Distinction or Merit standard.
We were thrilled with all the results, but particular credit goes to those students taking their first ballet exam and especially to those senior girls that have recently taken up ballet, some of whom only had two terms to prepare.
Well done to all the students for their hard work, and a big thank you to all the parents and teachers involved."
And Finally
Thank you for your hard work over the past year. The commitment of parents is invaluable to our success in achieving our aims. If you have any questions about your child’s progress please feel free to get in touch as we would be happy to discuss this with you.
From September 2011, there will be the
addition to the timetable of junior and senior
ballet coaching classes. In these classes,
students will have the opportunity to learn
routines beyond the normal syllabus work
including excerpts from popular classical and
contemporary ballets. The aim is to challenge
students in order to further strengthen their classical technique and performance skills. We will also work on limbering and toning exercises to prepare students for future challenges. Regular attendance at this class will also bring with it additional performance opportunities such as ballet shows and festivals.
Invitation to these classes is based on attendance, uniform, punctuality and attitude in grade classes, amongst other factors.
Summer Workshops
To prepare for the future of ballet at dance reality, we will be holding a summer ballet workshop working on pieces from the wonderful ballet, Coppelia. This workshop is suitable for both junior and senior students, For further information on this workshop and other workshops including ballet and contemporary, please visit the Dance Reality website or speak to Charlie.
Uniform
Uniform standard in ballet is much improved. However, may I remind students and parents that for ballet, hair must be worn in a neat bun, with fringes off the face. Loose hair is distracting for students in class and affects their progression. An explanation of how to do a bun can be found on the notice board. If you are unsure please ask your teacher. Also, white ballet belts are compulsory for grade one upwards.
ISTD Exams
17th July 2011 -
Well done to all the students for their hard work, and a big thank you to all the parents and teachers involved."
And Finally
Thank you for your hard work over the past year. The commitment of parents is invaluable to our success in achieving our aims. If you have any questions about your child’s progress please feel free to get in touch as we would be happy to discuss this with you.
Miss Louise - Head of Ballet Faculty
We will be inviting some students to compete in regional dance festivals. Parents should be aware that there are additional costs involved in competing at regional level. We will inform parents of these costs when inviting students to compete. Please let us know if you would be interested in taking advantage of this opportunity.
