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Behind the Barre: Chapter 3

Joyce DiLauro teaches Ballet I on Wednesdays. She says, ” This year we are focusing on proper placement. The ability to stand on one leg,with your body aligned correctly, is essential to ballet. Proper placement begins at the barre with balances and exercises on...

Magic Toyshop Rehearsals: October 6th

Happy October! Rehearsals are going along swimmingly! This week, we are the same as the past two. I shared with you the Shoes/Tights/Hair requirements last week – make sure you get all of what you need in order by November 3rd! Another important date to remember...

Behind The Barre: Chapter Two

This year, we’re going to bring you inside the studio for more than just visiting week! We will post photos and tidbits from the dancers about what they love about dancing, their favorite steps and much more! This week, we asked the Monday Choreography and...

Magic Toyshop Rehearsals: September 29th

Rehearsals continue this week! Last week went very smoothly; both Joyce and I are ecstatic! We do have a couple of announcements to make PLEASE DO NOT CUT OR COLOR YOUR HAIR BEFORE THE PERFORMANCE!!!!!!! Do not wear black shoes in rehearsals until we are all...