MERRY CHRISTMAS

STEPPING OUT WISHES EVERYONE A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!!!!!!!! Have a safe and happy holiday everyone! May your christmas be filled with lots of love, laughter and happiness.

CONGRATULATIONS MISS STEPH

I Have just heard from Miss Steph and her Certificate IV in Dance teaching and management arrived today! SO A BIG CONGRATULATIONS TO MISS STEPH!!! Miss Steph completed her studies while working a full time job AND teaching and dancing herself! Way to Go Steph!!! We are all lucky enough to have the most recently qualified dance teacher, teaching for us at Stepping Out!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!!

CONCERT FEVER!!!

WOW! What a week we all have had! Last classes for the year, two dress rehearsals, floods and CONCERT!!! and what a concert it was! Congratulations to all of our Stepping out superstars!!! You were all absolutely FANTASTIC! Congratulations to Miss Leesa for another successful year and an amazing concert! Stay tuned everyone for photos from the concert!

DRESS REHEARSAL AND CONCERT DAY ORGANISATION

DRESS REHEARSAL AND CONCERT DAY ORGANISATION
DRESS REHEARSALS - WEDNESDAY 8th DECEMBER AND SATURDAY 11th DECEMBER

MONDAY 6th DECEMBER - all classes will run as normal at our studio
TUESDAY 7th DECEMBER - all classes will run as normal at our studio
WEDNESDAY 8th DECEMBER - 1st session of our dress rehearsal at Theatre (please see dress rehearsal timetable)
THURSDAY AND FRIDAY 9th and 10th DECEMBER - all classes as normal at studio
SATURDAY 11th December - all classes will run as normal in the morning 9am-12pm and then we meet at the Theatre for the 2nd session of Dress Rehearsals in the afternoon (please see timetable of previous note).

- entry to dress rehearsal is via backstage door via carpark. please ensure that you are dressed and ready to commence rehearsals at your nominated time.
- students are to have their names marked off their class roll as a sign in for rehearsal. performer and parent are not permitted in the foyer area of audience of the theatre. REHEARSALS ARE CLOSED (parents, friends etc are NOT permitted backstage, stage area or within the theatre auditorium) under 6's parents are permitted to wait in the green room area but also have the option of leaving and returning at end of rehearsal.
- students will be dismissed from stage door at close of their rehearsal
- students with changes for rehearsals are asked to be prompt. this is a good rehearsal for the actual day as there are a few quick changes needed.
- no food in the theatre auditorium during rehearsals. young students should not be teaing and drinking while in their costume. please ensure that all students have a water bottle that is labelled with their name.
- dressing rooms are to be left tidy.
- students must sign out before leaving the premises.

CONCERT DAY 12th DECEMBER 3PM

- please note that parents are required to change students if they are involved in more than one routine or make other arrangements to have another parent or helper to dress and change your child
- students appearing in the first half are asked to be at the venue at 2.15pm for 3pm start full dressed, with hair and make-up done ready for their first routine. please enter through back stage entrance and mark your name off.
- if students are watching the concert and only appearing in the 2nd half, they need to report to the Green room at interval.
- future stars students (1 and 2) and jnr ballet and jnr hip hop students will be kept in the green room until a parent collects them after their item. student can then go into the audience to watch the rest of the concert.
- no one is allowed to sit in the aisles or on the steps under any circumstances (OH &S policy)
- mobile phones must be switched off during the performances.
- students who have tickets to watch are permitted to leave the green room area only after they have performed. all students must sign out on class roll and students under 12 years must be collected from the backstage area/dressing room by a parent or guardian.
- all student will be reappearing for the Finale'. Students will be notified via a voice over when it is time to return back stage for the FINALE'. The 2010 presentation will follow the performance. We encourage all families to stay and watch the entire concert.
- classes for 2010 will cease on Saturday, 11th December. This will ensure that with rehearsals all student have had their full term lessons. we thank you for the tremendous support and enthusiasm shown by all students and their families throughout 2010 and we look forward to celebrating this in our production, "A Salute to Australia". 2011 enrollment information will be sent out in January and our 2011 Enrollment day will be held on Thursday, January 20th 4-7pm at our studio Holy Trinity Hall. Private tuition for Eisteddfods will commence early January 2011 - please register your interest with Miss Leesa 0411 295 538.

- GOOD LUCK EVERYONE!! WE CANT WAIT TO SEE YOU SHINE!!!

MORE INFORMATION

The countdown to concert is on.... we have been thrilled with students enthusiasm as we embark upon our exciting last month of rehearsals. Costumes are looking sensational and we have been overwhelmed by the outstanding response to ticket sales.

Ticketek wishes to advise all parents and friends of Stepping Out to please double check purchased tickets to ensure correct concert was sold under advice from the ticketek box office. Please make sure your ticket admits entry to the 3pm concert (orange cast). if you were sold tickets to the 11am (Forbes show) please contact the Ticketek office asap for an exchange. Ticketek apologises for any inconvenience caused.

We will notify parents of arrangements for supervision of students and times of performance closer to the concert. An order of appearance for the concert will be available within the next week and on noticeboard in studio.

New theatre regulations will not permit video cameras into the audience for our concert this year. Good News - we have secured a company that has over 10years experience filming dance performances to capture the entire show. if you would like a DVD please complete the envelope attached to the newsletter handed out in class and return to us ASAP to secure you're copy!!

COSTUME COLLECTION - Please place your remaining costume balance and hand to your teacher. Costumes will be given out in class (Week 8 - commencing Monday 29th November). Please note that costumes will only be given out if full payment has been made.

DRESS REHEARSAL - dress rehearsal prepares students in confidence, entry, exits, stage dimensions and other important features of performance. Dress rehearsals are held at the Civic Theatre (cnr of Lords place and Bygn Street). Please enter and exit the building using the back stage door via the carpark at the rear of the building. Parent of 6 years and under may accompany children and wait in the green room. All rehearsals leading up to concert are CLOSED to observation. Entry for both dress rehearsal and performances is strictly via backstage door. A separate note explaining concert day organisation will be given to students at dress rehearsal. Hair, make-up and costumes are required for lighting and staging purposes at dress rehearsal. Thank you for your co-operation. We really appreciate your efforts in ensuring your children, our star performers look their absolute best for the rehearsals and show.

Wedsnesday 8th December - Civic Theatre
4-5pm: Snr Tap/ Pre-senior Hip Hop (down under)/ inter ballet
5-6pm: Snr ballet/Inter Contemp (Convicts)/ Snr Hip Hop
6-7pm: Snr jazz/Snr Contemp

Saturday 11th December - Civic Theatre
saturday classes will run as normal in the morning at our studio and then off to the theatre in the afternoon. We tried to make this easier on the younger students and parents having to co-ordinate rehearsals with work, school and day care etc.

1 -2pm: Future stars 1 (sheep)/ Pre senior Tap (Farmers)/ Inter Tap (Captain cook)
2- 3pm: Future stars 2 (Hi 5)/Jnr Ballet (Waltzing Matilda)
3-4pm: Jnr Hip Hop (Beach)/ Inter Hip Hop (Steve Irwin)

Thanks everyone! Happy Rehearsing! Keep checking the blog for further updates and please ensure to keep all notes that are handed out in class on hand to keep referring back to. These notes contain critcal information to ensure everyone is on the same page. Everyone has recieved a note in class or it has been sent in the post.

HAIR AND MAKE UP GUIDE

Make up for Juniors 12 years and under:
Foundation, blusher, white/cream eye shadow as base for eye, eye socket shaded with brown eye shadow, black pencil eye liner under eyes, white penicl as highlighter (optional), black mascara, hot pink lipstick

Make up for Seniors, 13years and over;
Foundation, powder, blusher, white/cream eye shadow as base for eye, eye socket shaded with charcoal eye shadow, black penicil eye liner under eyes, white pencil as highlighter, black mascara, crimson lipstick. False eyelashes to be worn.

Hair and other requirements for each age group;

Future stars 1 and 2: hair slicked into 2 high ponytails and curled. Dance shoes relative to the style is to be worn ie ballet shoes for ballet and jazz shoes for jazz. Boys, hair styled with gel and street shoes.

Jnr Hip Hop (Beach goers): Hair slicked into hight centre ponytail and curled. Jazz shoes. Boys- have a cap to wear.

Jnr Ballet (Waltzing matilda): Hair half up/half down and curled. Ballet tights and Ballet shoes.

Inter Tap (Captain Cook): Girls - jacket to be worn from theatre company with black singlet underneath and black tights and tap shoes. Hair - either a braid of plait or low ponytail. Lachlan - black dress pants and white button shirt, tap shoes.

Inter Hip Hop (Steve Irwin tribute) - girls - hair in any style eg, braid, plait, curled ponytail or 2 ponytails. hair must be slicked off the face (NO FRINGES). Jazz shoes to be worn. Boys - hair styled with gel.

Pre-teens Hip Hop (land down under, Miss Steph's Class) - Hair in anystyle. See Miss Steph for hair ideas. No fringes. Please use gel and hairspary. Jazz shoes to be worn and Matte tan stockings (ensure sheer to waist stockings are worn).

Snr Contemp (ANZAC)- hair parted on left and low ponytail on the right. ballet stockings (Convertable tights). Bare feet or foot thongs.

Snr Ballet - ballet stockings and pointe shoes. Low flat bun with hair part on left.

Snr Tap - matte tan tights, tap shoes. Low side pony tail parted on left and sweep to right (straightened).

inter contemp (Convicts) - barefeet or foot thongs. Pink ballet tights (Convertabl stockings). Hair half up/half down teased (to create messy look).

Inter ballet (Man from snowy river) - hair half up/half down and curled or straightened. Ballet shoes and pink ballet tights to be worn.

Snr Jazz (Priscilla) - high ponytail (hair wrapped around band). Jazz shoes. Knee high white socks (from Big W or Kmart). Matte tan stockings.

Snr Hip Hop - hair in own style to match theme of costume.

Progression Tap (Shearers) - hair to match theme of own costume.

CHRISTMAS!!

Stuck for that perfect gift for your dancing loved one??

Check out:

http://www.danceinforma.com/2010_Christmas_Dancers.htm

Happy shopping!!!

TICKETS!!! TICKETS!!! TICKETS!!!!

Just a reminder!!!

TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE (as of Monday 15th November). Stepping Out are doing two shows:

Forbes cast - 11am show (Featuring FORBES STEPPING OUT STUDENTS)
ORANGE CAST - 3PM SHOW (FEATURING ORANGE STEPPING OUT STUDENTS)

Please refer to the notes that have been handed out in class and posted. If you have any questions place speak to your teacher.

The notes that have been handed out in class will be posted on the blog... stay tuned!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MISS STEPH

WISHING MISS STEPH A VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY FOR SATURDAY 30TH OCTOBER! HOPE YOU HAD A FANTASTIC DAY!!



Photo by Rodney Shrimpton

Rest Up McRachael!!

Sending warm wishes to McRachael for a speedy recovery. Rachael McGarity had surgery on her ankle yesterday! She will be out of action for a number of weeks.
Get your glitter pens and bedazzlers ready everyone!!! Lets sparkle up that cast for the concert:)

GET WELL SOON

We are sending out massive wishes to Miss Rachel for a speedy recovery.
If you have been wondering and missing the sunny smiles of Miss Rachel in class, she is recovering from an illness which has kept her in bed for over a week and a half. Lots of Love Miss Rachel xx

HaPpY BiRtHdAy

A huge Happy Birthday to Miss Rachelxx
Because Miss Rachel was very sick on her actual birthday, it has been decided that this special day will be moved for when she is feeling better and can actually celebrate :)

GOOD LUCK HSC STUDENTS

Stepping out would like to send a BIG GOOD LUCK to all those students who are sitting for their HSC exams over the next few weeks! We wish you all the very best

CONGRATULATIONS TEGAN OSWALD!!!!

CONGRATULATIONS to TEGAN OSWALD who has been accepted into Ed5 International (SYDNEY) Tegan auditioned in Sydney on Sunday 26th September!! Tegan was up against over 200 applicants!!! ABOUT Ed5 INTERNATIONAL (www.ed5international.com.au) ED5INTERNATIONAL's full time Performing Arts course is an intensive 1 year course preparing students for successful careers in the performing arts industry - under the guidance of Australia’s top professional performers, choreographers and directors. The course is youth allowance approved and accredited by the NSW Vocational Education and Training Accreditation Board and the Australian National Training Authority. Scholarships are available. Graduates are issued a Certificate IV in Performing Arts. Second year graduates are issued a Diploma in Performing Arts. Our graduates are now performing in major Australian musicals, international tours & with high profile recording artists. ABOUT TEGAN'S AUDITION "my audition started off with an interview with one of the directors of the school. My interview went for about 20 minutes where i was asked what i wanted to get from the course and why i chose ED5 International. I was also asked how my bestfriend would describe me in 3 words and i said, Passionate, Caring and Driven. I also had to sing a song in my interview and i sang hurt by christina aguilera. we talked more about what the school has to offer and she was also interested in some of my past including living in switzerland and my family. after the interview the dance section began.... we began with tap where we split into three groups. beginner, intermediate and advance. they taught us about 32 counts.next was the ballet where we did barre work and then split into groups to do centre work. we then did jazz where we were taught a piece from hair spray. by the end of the day i was exhausted and we finished up with a wrap up talk by the audition panel which were the two directors" and only 3 days later...... TEGAN RECIEVED NOTIFICATION THAT SHE WAS ACCEPTED!!!! So.. WHATS NEXT FOR TEGAN?? Tegan starts at Ed5 International on 31st Jan 2011. "ill be doing different styles of dancing, private singing lessons as well as group vocal training, acting, acrobatics. ill also be doing safe dance, nutrition and exercise, history of musical theatre, image management, CV prepartion, audition technique and agency lecture. during my first week i'll be told what major i'll be doing. there's either dance major or vocal major. they are basically the same course with a either an extra 3 hours of dancing a week if its dance major or an extra 3 hours of singing a week if its vocal major" So girls!!! REMEMBER TO ALWAYS REACH FOR THE STARS.. TO CHASE YOUR DREAMS.. BECAUSE DREAMS REALLY DO HAPPEN!!! Some advice from Tegan.... "if your passionate about something work hard for it and have confidence in yourself. anything is possible if you believe in yourself, truly work for your dreams and stay positive....the day i recieved my acceptance letter was without a doubt the best day of my life. i cried and cried because i couldnt believe it and i just feel so lucky and so unbelievably happy that every week for me next year will be like a new week in heaven"" So!!! REMEMBER TO ALWAYS REACH FOR THE STARS.. TO CHASE YOUR DREAMS.. BECAUSE DREAMS REALLY DO HAPPEN!!!

DANCE IN THE SUMMER

As we preapre for a big term of dance it is really important that students come prepared for dance. As we approach the summer months we are faced with potential health issues as we dance in the heat. Young children cannot regulate their body temperature as well as adults can. Students may be faced with potential health risks such as headaches and fainting if they are not hydrated. To ensure all students are prepared for classes we suggest the following guidelines;


1. Wear correct dance attire appropriate for the weather(FOR SUMMER: Shorts or tights and t-shirt for jazz, hip hop, tap, stretch and contemporary. Leotard, stockings and a ballet skirt or shorts for ballet).

2. Bring a Water bottle!!!! You must keep hydrated in the summer months. Especially if you are coming to dance straight after school.

3. Make sure you eat a light snack such as a banana or muesli bar before coming to class.

LADIES!!!!! ITS TIME TO ZUMBA!

Most of you would have heard the latest fitness craze that is taking the world by storm..... ZUMBA!!! Come along to try Zumba!Some of you may already have taken a Zumba class with Leesa on a Thursday.... It is now on every TUESDAY at 6.30pm at our studio - Anglican Church Hall. Who would have thought that you could combine fun with a energetic exercise class! Bring a friend and make a night of it!

Hope to see you there!

TERM 4

Hi All,

We hope everyone is having a fantastic holiday!! Just a reminder that classes start back Monday 11th October!!! Get ready for a busy but exciting term of dance as we prepare for our annual concert! Note were handed out in the last 2 weeks of Term 3. If you did not received one or have missed placed your note, it will be posted here on the blog in the next few days. Please ensure to keep referring to this note as it has important information about the concert!

The blog has been a little neglected over these past few months but stay tuned for all the latest information as it will be posted very soon!!!!

Also check out the Dubbo blog! Miss Rikki has updated and you can see all the latest goss from our Dubbo friends!

Looking forward to seeing all your smiling faces!!

SOLO RESULTS FROM ORANGE AND BATHURST EISTEDDFOD

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE FOLLOWING STUDENTS;

Tegan Oswald: Highly commended open contemporary solo (Orange) and 3rd open contemporary solo (Bathurst)

Steph Tranfaglia: 2nd open Hip Hop solo (Bathurst)

Rachel Shearing: 2nd open contemporary solo (Bathurst) and Highly commended open contemporary solo (Orange)

Emily Collins: 1st – tap improvisation 13 and 14yrs only,
2nd – song and dance 13 and 14yrs only
2nd – demi character 13 and 14yrs only
3rd – classical ballet improvisation 13 and 14yrs only
H/C – fast tap 13 and 14yrs only
H/C – classical ballet 13 and 14yrs only
H/C – modern expressive 13 and 14yrs only
H/C – waltz tap 13 and 14yrs only

EMILY COLLNS PERFORMING AT BATHURST EISTEDDFOD

PICTURES FROM ORANGE EISTEDDFOD

RESULTS SO FAR!

Bathurst Eisteddfod Groups:
1st: Senior Contemporary
Highly Commended: Senior Jazz

Orange Eisteddfod Groups:
Very Highly Commended: Senior Jazz

Congratulations to Dubbo Stepping Out
First: Senior Contemporary
Second: Senior Hip Hop

Congratulations to those who competed at these Eisteddfods!!! Stay tuned for photos and more updates!!

ITS A GIRL!!!

NEWS HOT OFF THE PRESS!!!!


CONGRATULATIONS TO MISS RIKKI AND HER FAMILY who welcomed a beautiful baby girl, Evie Jean Anne into the world yesterday, Wednesday 1st September 2010! Mum and baby are both doing well. We are all so excited and happy about this wonderful news!

GOOD LUCK

Orange Eisteddfod commenced on Tuesday and it kicks off with this week devoted to the 10years and under soloist. We would like to give a special GOOD LUCK to Gidget Hall who is performing her FIRST EVER solo TODAY in the Restricted Modern Expressive Solo - 9 & 10 years only. All the best Gidget!!! Another special mention to Maddie Alexander who is also performing today in the Restricted Jazz solo and performing her First ever classical ballet solo! Good Luck Maddie!

Good luck to the Senior Performance group and Senior Hip Hop who are performing on Sunday afternoon. This is your last Eisteddfod for 2010! Lets end the Eisteddfod season with a BANG and show everyone how much we all LOVE TO DANCE!!

Orange Solos continue next week with Isabelle Fisher, Phoebe Parsons, Tegan Oswald, Stephanie Tranfaglia, Emily Gough, Belle Worrard and Rachel Shearing competiting throughout the week. We would like to make another special mention to Mia Wilcox who is performing her FIRST EVER SOLO in the Contemporary solo- 11 & 12 years. All the very best girls!

Stay tunded for pictures and results!!

Bathurst Soloists kick off soon! Stay tuned!!

CONGRATULATIONS SENIOR PERFORMANCE GROUP

A BIG congratulations to the Senior Performance group who performed at Bathurst Eisteddfod on Sunday. We are pleased to announce that they received FIRST place for their Contemporary piece and Highly Commended in their Jazz. Well Done girls.

PHOTOS OF WELLINGTON EISTEDDFOD

WELLINGTON RESULTS!!!

Congratulations to all those who competed in Wellington Eisteddfod. I was lucky enough to be able to witness and dance against some of the finest dancers in the Central West! The standard of performers and the choreography has definately stepped up an notch. Every routine I witnessed yesterday offered absolutely EVERYTHING in their routines including flexibility, strength, personality, stamina... putting their bodies on the line for the love of dance. I feel extremely honoured to be surrounded by these amazing dancers. The girls who compete in section after section, championship after championship, i take my hat off to you.

The results!!!

GROUPS
Senior Jazz Open Group: Highly Commended

SOLOISTS
Bella Fisher: Highly Commended in Restricted Tap Solo: 9 & 10 years and 3rd in Restricted Classical Ballet Solo 9 & 10years.

Phoebe Parsons: 3rd in Song & Dance Solo 13 years and over

Tegan Oswald: Highly Commended in Restricted Modern Dance solo 13yrs and over and Highly Commended in Jazz Improvisation 15 years and over.

Rachel Shearing: Highly Commended in Contemporary Solo 15 years and over.

Stephanie Tranfaglia: Highly Commended in Jazz Solo 15years and over


I wish to make a special mention to Paris Burns from Stepping Out Dance Factory - DUBBO who won the Modern Championship. I was lucky enough to witness this incredible routine. Congratulations Paris!

Stay tuned for pictures!!

FAME

Tickets for FAME the musical are on sale now through Ticketmaster.

check out the website www.famethemusical.com.au

The show features many dancers from the 'So you think you can dance' series including Talia Folwer, Timomatic, Charlie Bartley, Amy Champbell, BJ Rorke and Stephen Tannos. The show is directed and choreographed by Kelley Abbey!

This will be sure one NOT to miss!!!!

ORANGE EISTEDDFOD TICKETS!

Just a quick reminder to everyone that tickets for the Orange Eisteddfod go on sale TODAY!!!! Make sure you get in quickly to ensure that you do not miss out!
Please refer to your performance note for the sections you require or contact your teacher.

WELLINGTON EISTEDDFOD

WOW! What a weekend! Two days after the groups weekend and I am still buzzing. We are so proud of all the Stepping Out students who took part on the weekend. We are so happy with our results. Thank you for all your hard work over the past few weeks. It certainly paid off on Sunday. We are only a few weeks out of Bathurst and Orange Eisteddfod. So lets keep up the good work and reach for those stars!!

A BIG GOOD LUCK to all our HSC students in their Trial Exams over the next couple of weeks. A special GOOD LUCK TO Tina who is completing her final HSC Dance performances in a couple of weeks. We wish you all the very best.

Good luck to all those competing in the solo and duo section of Wellington Eisteddfod this week/weekend.

Stay tuned for photos and more results!!!!

DANCE GUIDE TO FULL TIME COURSES 2011

FYI!!!!!!!!

I know that some of you may be looking at dancing full time dance in the future.

Check out this website

http://www.dancelife.com.au/blogs/entry/DANCELIFE-S-ONLINE-GUIDE-TO-FULL-TIME-COURSES-2011

EISTEDDFOD HERE WE COME!

We cannot believe how quickly time passes us by. But yes, here we are only a few days out of our first performance at Wellington Eisteddfod... and.. WE CANT WAIT!!! You have all been working so hard over the past couple of weeks and we thank you for this! We all know how hard it has been with last week being our first week with everyone in class for more than 8 weeks.

Just a reminder about these important dates

Welling Eisteddfod Sunday 8th August
Bathurst Eisteddfod Sunday 29th August
Orange Eisteddfod Sunday 5th September

You all should have received a note in class. Please see your teacher if you have not.


See you all on Sunday looking absolutely fabulous!!!!!

DUBBO RESULTS!!

A BIG congratulations to all those who competed in Dubbo Eisteddfod. From what I heard it was a very strong competition. Check out some of their amazing results!!

Steph Tranfaglia - Highly Commended in Open Jazz solo

Emily Collins - 1st in 13yrs and over Tap Ensemble
2nd in 13years and over Demi Character Impro
3rd in 13 & 14yrs Tap

Bella Fisher - 1st in 11 & 12 years Tap
1st in 11 & 12 years Demi-Character

WELCOME BACK!!

Welcome back everyone to Term 3!!! We trust everyone had an amazing and deserving break. It was so great to welcome back everyone's smiling faces. We have a full on term ahead of us with lots of exciting things happening.

Wellington Eisteddfod - 7th to 15th August
Bathurst Eisteddfod - Groups 28th to 29th August. Solos & Duos 11th to 14th September
Orange Eisteddfod - Groups 4th & 5th September. Solos & Duos 30th August to 12th September

ARE YOU READY TO ZUMBA??!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Come Zumba with Leesa
Classes starting TONIGHT!!! Thursdays at 7pm.
Why should the Kids have all the fun???

Happy Holidays!!!

Just reminding everyone that classes for term 2 finish on Saturday (3rd July).
Term 3 commences Monday the 19th july.
Congratulations to the amazing soloists and group performers from across the Stepping Out Family. We will post pictures and results ASAP. It sure has been one very hectic (but fun) term!! We wish you all a safe and enjoyable, well deserved break. See you term 3!!!!

PS. Have an awesome time in Darwin Miss Rachel.... think of us while you splash around in 30 degree weather:)

SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT

"True courage is pursuing your dream even when everyone else says its impossible"

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

Dance is the hidden language of the soul. ~Martha Graham

UPDATE

Hi everyone!

A newsletter went home this week with important information about end of term, fees, concert date and the European Dance Tour for 2010! Ensure you have got yourself a copy.

Happy Dancing!!

DUBBO EISTEDDFOD

Good luck to all those dancers competing in Dubbo Eisteddfod this coming week. Remember to think about your own personal goals and to dance from the heart! For some, this is your first time competing individually. Congratulations on making your debut. You are going to be great!! Reach for the stars!!!!

Stay tuned for photos and results!!!

CONGRATULATIONS EMILY COLLINS!

A big congratulations to Emily Collins who recieved outstanding results at Gulgong eisteddfod. See below.

Highly Commended in –
Open Contemporary 13/14 years
13 years and over Ballet Improvisation
13 years and over Demi Character Improvisation
13 years and over Jazz Improvisation
Open Fast Tap 13/14 years
Open Waltz Tap 13/14 years

3rd Place in -
Open Modern 13/14 years

2nd Place in -
Open Tap 13/14 years
Open Song and Dance 13 years and over
Open Ballet 13/14 years
Open Jazz 13/14 years


1st Place in -
Open Entertainment 13 years and over

Emily was also awarded the Most Promising Dancer Encouragement Award 13 and 14 years trophy and has been asked to perform at the Gulgong Grand Concert this Saturday 22 May 2010. Well done Emily. Enjoy Saturday night!

CONGRATULATIONS MISS STEPH

Miss Steph has been accepted to study Certificate IV in Dance Teaching and Management through Australian Dance Vision. This is a great achievement Steph. We wish you all the very best with your study and are so happy to have you on board as part of the Stepping Out team.

Gulgong results... so far!!

Congratulations to Tegan Oswald! Tegan recieved 2nd place in her Modern Expressive Solo. She also recieved Highly Commended for her first ever contemporary and Jazz solo. Well done!!!

Stay tuned for other amazing Stepping Out results from Gulgong Eisteddfod.

GULGONG

Our first eisteddfod of the season kicks off tomorrow.... All the best to you all!!We are thinking of each and every one of you.
Our best wishes also go out to our fellow team members from Dubbo travelling over throughout the week for solos and on the weekend for group day- your frozen friends here in Orange are thinking of you all.
Safe Travels, have a blast and Best of Luck!

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

"Stifling an urge to dance is bad for your health - it rusts your spirit and your hips." ~Adabella Radici

ROCK ON!!!

Even though today (Monday 19th April) is a pupil free day, we will still dance on!!!! Cant wait to see everyone this afternoon and hear of your great Easter Break adventures.

Monday the 26th April is a public Holiday but because classes do not start until 4pm they will be running as normal.

GO V- MAN GO!!!

Miss Leesa and Miss Emma caught up with Vinnie in Sydney on the weekend at Sydney Dance Company. Vincent who is currently living in Sydney and a student at Urban Dance Centre! has been asked to appear in the Finale' Show of So You Think You Can Dance! He will be performing in Jason Gilkinson's and Jason Coleman's routines! What an incredible achievement! Stepping Out Loves you Vinnie, we are all very proud x

TIMETABLE FOR 2010

Here is the timetable for 2010. Please note there are still some changes to be made. These will be put in place by the end of week 3. Thank you for your patience.

Monday
4-4.45 intermediate tap
4.45 -5.30 Inter Jazz/HH
5.30-6.30 Pre-teens Jazz/HH
6.30 -7.30 Snr Contemp
7.30-8.30 Snr Ballet

Tuesday
4-4.45 Snr Tap
4.45-5.30 Stretch
5.30-6.30 Snr Performance
6.30-7.30 Snr Ballet (2)
7.30-8.30 Inter Adult HH

Wednesday
4-4.45 inter contemp
4.45-5.30 Inter Ballet
5.30-6.30 Snr Jazz
6.30-7.30 Snr HH
7.30-8.30 Adult Beg HH

Thursday
5.30-6.30 Inter performance

Saturday
9 -9.45 Future stars
9.45 -10.30 Jnr Tap
10.30-11.15 Jnr Jazz/HH
11.15 -12pm Jnr Ballet

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MISS LEESA

Miss Leesa woke last Saturday morning with a HUGE birthday surprise from her husband Aaron. A trip to HAWAII!!!!!!!!!! A BIG HAPPY BIRTHDAY MISS LEESA! We are all thinking of you and are here very jealous but wishing you both a wonderful trip!



Miss Leesa you are an inspiration to us all. Your love of dance and teaching is motivational and contagious. We are all better people having met you. Thank you for your support, encouragement and dedication.

"Some friends come into our lives and quickly go. Others stay awhile and leave footprints on our hearts, and we will never be the same again"

WHAT A GREAT START TO TERM 1 2010!

Hi Everyone! What an amazing start we have had to our first week of term 1 2010. It has been great to see so many new faces and welcome back returning students. There is a great sense of excitement and energy at the studio. Thanks to all those students who are already working so hard. I am so blessed to be surrounded with so many talented and energetic people. Keep up the great work everyone.

Those students who are interested in private lessons, can you please let your teacher know asap. For those students who have already spoken with your teacher, please start researching for music. It is very important for you to have a song that you like and feel you can connect to.

Please note that there are still some changes to be made to the timetable. For some classes we have had an overwhelming amount of new enrollments, which is FANTASTIC!! Please do not panic if you feel your class is too big. We are working to sort this out asap. In the meantime keep enjoying your classes.

ONLY ONE MORE SLEEP!!

Hi Everyone! I hope everyone had a happy and safe holiday and are settling into their 2010 school or work year. We only have one more sleep before term 1 for Stepping Out Dance Factory commences..... BRING IT ON!!! I cant wait to see all your smiling faces and meet all our new students.

Remember to come prepared for your classes, wearing correct clothing and footwear for the style you are in and bring a drink bottle.

See you all this week!!!!

WHAT AN AFTERNOON!

WOW! We had Orange enrollment yesterday and i am still buzzing from the excitment! We welcomed back our smiling faces from last year and it was great to see some new faces! I am so excited to start term 1. It is going to be great. I cant wait to hear all your holiday stories and get to know all our new faces. Classes commence the week starting of the 8th Feb 2010.

Happy Holidays until then!

HAPPY NEW YEAR

photo supplied by Rodney Shrimpton of Silver Eye Photography.


Thank you for the positive feedback from concert, we are very proud of each and every one of our SUPERSTARS on an absolutely fantastic performance......Still on a high!!
Hope everyone is enjoying a fun and safe Holiday break. Please note that enrolment packages will be sent out early next week, if you have not received your letter by Wednesday 13th Jan please email me leesa@steppingoutdance.com.au

ENROLMENT DAY will be held on Wednesday 20th January between 4:30pm- 6:30pm at our studio (Holy Trinity Hall) The 2010 timetable will be released on this date.
Hope to see you there