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Class Descriptions
Showcase Dance Productions offers a variety of classic and popular dance genres for students to choose from! For more information on these classes, or for assistance choosing a class for your child, please contact the studio by calling (508) 384-7875 or by email.
Ballet
Ages 10 & up
Ballet is the foundation of all dance forms. Its meticulous attention to technical detail makes it for any serious dancer. This class consists of barre and center work concentrating on proper technique and body alignment. Ballet terminology is taught.
Pointe 1 and 2
Ages 12 & up
To be eligible for pointe work, a student must have strong ballet technique, correct body placement, proper physical qualifications, stength, and a self disciplined attitude.
Prerequisite: A personal evaluation and recomendation.
A doctors note with a pre authorization.
Pointe 1 does not perform in the recital.
Pointe 2 does perform in the recital.
Mini Movers
Ages 2 - 3
Intro to dance! Mini Movers is a mix of creative movement, tumbling, singing, and dancing, for girls and boys.
Children will learn basic dance movement and terminology through fun songs and the use of props. Activities constantly change to hold onto short attention spans!
Mini Movers does not perform in the recital.
Penny Prima Ballerina
Ages 3 - 4
Penny is a bright pink flamingo with bright pink polka-dot spots and she LOVES to dance. Penny loves to met new friends and go on dance adventures.
Penny will sing, dance, and explore many new places through imagination.
Penny Prima does not perform in the recital.
Princess Ballet / Disney Ballet
Ages 3 & 4
Learn to dance like your favorite princess to princess music. Students will build self confidence and appreciation for dance while learning to express themselves through movement and music. Princess Ballet / Disney Ballet will perform in the recital.
Intro To Combo
Ages 4 - 5
Intro of Combo teaches the basic fundamentals of tap and pre-ballet. This class is 1 hour. The two subjects are introduced and taught to keep the students interest diverse. Intro to Combo will perform one routine in the recital. The director and instructor will select which subject.
Combo Class 1
Ages 5 - 6
Combo 1 is a continuation of Intro To Combo. We continue to teach the basic fundamentals of tap and Ballet. This class is 1 hour. The two subjects are introduced and taught to keep the students interest diverse. Combo 1 will perform one routine in the recital. The director and instructor will select which subject.
Combo Class 2
Ages 7 - 8
A continuation of Combo Class 1. We will continue with basic fundamentals of tap and ballet. This class will offer a 15 minute, introduction to jazz. Combo 2 will perform two routines in the recital. The director and instructor will select which subjects.
Combo Class 3
Ages 9 - 10
A continuation of combo class 2. Combo 3 will perform two routines in the recital.
Tap / Jazz Combo
Ages 10 and up
A continuation of Combo 3. 2 Routines will be performed in the recital.
Jazz
Ages 11 & up
A stylized form of dance based on fundamental ballet training. The class focuses on proper technique, strength, and flexibility. The class format includes across the floor progressions and combinations. Jazz Terminology is taught.
Lyrical
Ages 8 & up
A style of expressive dance that combines elements of several dance genres including modern, jazz, contemporary and classical ballet. Lyrical dance stresses versatility and improvisation, unlike the strict, structured nature of Ballet. Lyrical dancers focus on floorwork, using gravity to pull them down to the floor. This dance genre is often done in bare feet. Lyrical dance is danced to music with lyrics to inspire a story or strong emotion. Ballet is strongly recommended for this class.
Contemporary
Ages 10 & up
Contemporary dance is a style of expressive dance that combines elements of several dance genres including modern, jazz, lyrical and classical ballet. Contemporary dance stresses versatility and improvisation, unlike the strict, structured nature of Ballet. Contemporary dancers focus on floorwork, using gravity to pull them down to the floor. This dance genre is often done in bare feet. Contemporary dance can be performed to many different styles of music. Contemporary dancers all believed that dancers should have freedom of movement, allowing their bodies to freely express their innermost feelings. Ballet is strongly recommended with prior Ballet training.
Hip-Hop
Ages 10 & up
A blend of high-energy, "Street Style" movements, to a variety of current music styles. Technique, strength, and flexibility are taught along with the lasted style of moves.
Pom
Ages 12 and Up
Pom dance is an energetic and dynamic style of dance that places emphasis on precise and synchronised arm movements, formations, jupms, and skills.
Dancers will hold poms in their hands.
Street Dance
Ages 6 & up
A high energy, age appropriate / kid friendly, funky hip-hop class where various dances are influenced by the rhythms and techniques of funk and hip-hop music.
Leaps and Turns
By invitation only.
Leaps and Turns will consist of both Jazz and Contemporary based techniques. The dancers will take part in warm ups that enhance their strength, endurance, and flexibility. We ask that dancers provide their own Thera Band and Yoga Block. These items will be utilized throughout the class with various exercises each week. The class will teach students to execute both classic jazz and unique contemporary jumps with grace, and turn with precision and confidence. For the older, mature, and serious dancer.
Leaps and Turns does not perform in the recital.
Irish Step
Ages 5 & up
Irish dancing is a type of dance originating in Ireland and is traditionally referred to as STEP DANCE. It became popular in 1994 by the world famous show "River Dance". It is known for its rapid leg movements while keeping the body and arms stationary. Irish Step offers many benefits including physical fitness, memory, concentration, as well as poise and confidence. Note: (S) = Soft Shoe and (H) = Hard Shoe.
Tap
Ages 10 & up
Tap technique is taught through barre and center floor exercises, progressing to combinations in varied rhythms. Tap terminology is taught. Tap dancing develops rhythm, timing, coordination and musicality.
Musical Theater
Ages 5 & up
A fun and exciting way to learn about Broadway musicals such as Annie, Lion King, 42nd Street, Sound of Music, Hairspray, Mary Poppins, and many more. Each week the students will watch a clip or study the story of a musical, learn songs, and be taught a piece of choreography. The students will perform in the Student Production with a medley of songs learned from class.
Performance Teams
Ages 6 & up (Jazz and Irish Step)
The teams are desiged for the dancer who wants additional opportunites to perform throughout the year.
The teams are divided up by color. PINK, TEAL, PURPLE, GOLD, ROSE GOLD, and SILVER.
Performance Team Requirements: must take one class per week and have two years of dance experience. The director and team coaches will select which team is best suited for each dancer.
Competition Teams (Auditions Required)
Designed for the more serious and dedicated dancer.
We offer several Challengers Competition Teams: Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Ruby, Glitter, Tap, Hip-Hop, Irish, and Production.
Competition Team Requirements: All members must be on a performance team.
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, and Ruby: Minimum 3 hours per week and must include Ballet
Glitter: Minimum 2 hours per week and must include Ballet.
Production Team: By invitation only and be on a Challengers team.
Tap Team: Must be enrolled in a tap class.
Hip-Hop Team: Must be enrolled in a hip-hop class.
Irish Step Team: Must be enrolled in an Irish Step Class
All Competition Teams will compete in 2 competitions - Generally March and April.