COMPANY 2024-25
EXPECTATIONS
ATTIRE
Bringing a fully stocked dance bag each class is a requirement and helps to save time, allowing for everything to run that much smoother! Dance bags should include hair supplies, all shoes (Jazz, Ballet, Pointe, Character, Socks in a mesh bag), extra tights and first aid. Although this is required of all GDS dancers, it is especially important for Company to set an example for the rest of the student body, in an effort to teach proper preparedness.
Please see Company Attire Requirements below:
CONDUCT
As members of GDS Company, you play a crucial leadership role in representing our studio and serving as role models to the student body. These responsibilities include but are not limited to your conduct and behavior inside and outside of class, as well as on social media. This representation should be portrayed with accountability, enthusiasm, and a willingness to elevate those around you, setting an example for the rest of the student body. In the classroom, there should be trust for the teacher’s process, structure and creative vision, and a level of respect to all faculty, administrators and staff. Any concerns can always be brought to us confidentially.
ATTENDANCE
Any missed classes must be put in writing via email to office@greenwichdancestudio.com. We of course understand there may be an unavoidable conflict, emergency or illness, but ask that our Company members make dancing at Greenwich Dance Studio a priority. We expect that dancers will make every effort to maintain consistent weekly class attendance. There may also be additional events, master classes, teaching/assisting opportunities where we rely on your flexibility, commitment and communication.
BE A TEAM PLAYER
Be sure to familiarize yourself with our policies, announcements, calendar, etc. In order to operate most effectively, we will need prompt responses and cooperation from both dancers and parents for a successful year. Being part of such a sought after group requires incredible discipline and commitment that we expect to be upheld throughout the season. In addition, as GDS representatives, if there are any outside, GDS associated projects (apparel, performances, volunteer work, etc…) please be sure to communicate with the Studio first.
If you would like to schedule a meeting with Kate to discuss a particular matter, please reach out to the office (office@greenwichdancestudio.com) to arrange a day and time. Please also indicate the nature of the discussion, so that we can best prepare and schedule with enough time.
UPCOMING DATES + EVENTS
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Company Rehearsal Sundays
Company Sundays will typically take place from 2:00pm-4:30pm weekly. See below for our proposed Sunday dates through December. Please note that this is subject to change and we will notify students and families regarding any adjustments. Please allow for flexibility as we have various choreographers coming in on Sundays. If you have a known conflict, please let us know in writing via email so we can plan accordingly.
September
Sun, September 15th
Sun, September 22nd
Sun, September 29th
October:
Sun, October 6th
Sun, October 20th
Sun, October 22nd
November:
Sun, November 3rd
Sun, November 10th
Sun, November 17th
Sun, November 24th
December:
Sun, December 8th
Sun, December 15th
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Carnegie Hall
We're thrilled to announce Greenwich Dance Studio has been invited to dance at Carnegie Hall in New York City for a Performing Arts Educators Event!
Performing Arts Educators, a 501(c) 3 non-profit educational performance organization, brings together various performing arts groups and produces their performances in world-class venues.
The event will take place over MLK weekend. Further details to follow, but please reserve Sat, Jan 18th, 2025.
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DanceFest 2025
We are so excited to be participating in DanceFest at The Palace Theatre again in January! More details to come, but please mark the January dates below in your calendars!
Fri, Jan 24th – DanceFest Master Classes
Sat, Jan 25th - DanceFest Master Classes
Sun, Jan 26th - Mandatory DanceFest Tech and 6pm Performance
**DanceFest will confirm our 15 min tech time slot between 10:00am and 3:20pm
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Spring Performance 2025
Mark your calendars! We will be back at SUNY Purchase this Spring for our 21st Annual Performance on Sat. May 17th! Tech and Dress Rehearsals will take place at the theatre during the week of May 12th. Stay tuned for further details, however, we anticipate tech and dress rehearsals to take place as follows:
Mon, May 12th - Tech Rehearsal
Tues, May 13th - Dress Rehearsal for 6pm Evening Show
Thurs, May 15th - Dress Rehearsal for 2pm Matinee Show
Sat, May 17th - Performances in both the 2pm Matinee and 6pm Evening Shows.
We can’t wait!
COMPANY AGREEMENT FORM 2024-25
We ask that each Company dancer and parent sign an agreement that indicates your seriousness and that you understand our expectations to this commitment. Please find the Company Agreement Form below.