It’s Time to Begin Preparation

During the same week as Peek Week costume deposits will be due for our annual performance on Saturday June 23. Planning for recital is much like planning a wedding, but for hundreds of bridesmaids and groomsmen. Costume orders must be placed early to guarantee on time delivery.

Although recital participation is not required it is a time a year our dancers young and old (the 3 year olds are the hit!) can’t wait for! If you or your dancer chooses not to participate please let our office know.

A deposit of $65 is due for each class your dancer participates in. This will not include any technique classes (for those who take multiple ballets please make one deposit at this time and we will determine which classes perform), music theatre, lyric and Parent/Tot (these classes do not perform in the recital). Balances will be due by March 15 and will appear on your accounts by March 1. These balances generally run between $5-10 for our youngest dancers (though at times there is not a balance) and $10-20 for our older dancers. Most classes will receive tights with their costume as well. **These deposit charges will appear on your account as of November 1 if you choose to pay this via your online account or in our office prior to the week of November 14.

The following classes will not require a deposit as we will put costumes together at a later date. Hip Hop 11+, Hip Hop 13+, Adv Hip Hop, Hip Hop 10-12, any pointe, any male dancer-***for our male dancers: please let us know if a charge appears on your account for your male dancer as they automatically are assigned by class.

Please be watching your email as we will be sending recital forms separately. Please note: we cannot order a costume without a deposit.

***Note: if you have dancers in multiple classes and need to set up a payment plan please do so with our office before the deadline of November 19***

During the week of Monday November 14-Saturday November 19 we will be holding our annual Peek Week. This is an opporunity to see your dancers class in full. Be sure to bring your cameras!!

A couple of things to note about Peek Week..

1. Your dancers may act differently with a room full of people-this is normal.
2. Teachers will make general corrections, but tend not to single out any dancer while there is a full room-can be embarassing to the dancer.
3. Though we welcome younger siblings we do ask they you do not allow them to wander about the dance room
4. Above all-enjoy the class!!

Note: The parking lot as well as the building will be very hectic.

In case you might be wondering, the dance studio WILL BE CLOSED on Halloween. Have fun…be safe. See you Tuesday!

Don’t forget about our “Bring a Friend” week, which is coming up October 17 though October.

This is an opportunity for our dancers to bring a friend along for a fun day of dance! This event is for classes that are part of the Dancin Tots to Teens (does not include company or tech classes). Dancers who participate in multiple classes throughout the week are welcome to bring a variety of friends throughout the week, however please limit one friend per one dance class.

Take a look below at our referral program as you are thinking about Bring a Friend week!

The October 2011 edition of our Danceworks Newsletter. In it you’ll find lots of information on current and upcoming events.

If you didn’t get yours, simply sign up back on the home page, in the subscription box on the right side entitled, “Don’t Miss a Beat”.

Another summer has come and gone, and we are gearing up for another exciting dance season at Melissa Hoffman Dance Center. Our 2011-2012 season begins on Wednesday September 7. Our schedule is filled with new class opportunities as well studio favorites. It’s not too late to register for classes! Call to learn more today (603) 886-7909!