Sunday, September 27, 2009

SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT..


I have just finished reading 'Moas Last Dancer' and i thought i would share with you something that really touched me.....

"I truely believe that the ultimate measure of one's success in life is not what position you have occupied or how much you have, but what kind of person you have become, what differences you have made to the people around you" Li Cunxin

Friday, September 25, 2009

FAREWELL KAT


Katarina come to Stepping Out about 6months ago. Kat was on exchange from Germany working as a nanny here in Orange. Kat has a few months off before starting University in Toursim/marketing area. We wish her all the very best for her future endeavours.

FINAL WEEK OF CLASSES FOR TERM 3

Hi All! Just a reminder this is last week of classes for term 3! Term 3 will finish on Saturday 3rd October. Term 4 will commence on Monday 19th October. We are busy organising the concert and the excitment is huge. So keep up the hard work everyone! Rememeber to keep stretching and practicing in the holidays so you will be in prime condition to learn your concert routines and look fabulous on Sunday 13th December! Enjoy your last weeks of class!

Sunday, September 20, 2009

GET READY FOR IT..


We are only weeks away before Moa's Last Dancer hit the cinemas... This is going to one of the most inspiring and moving dance movies. Get the book! Read it before the movie comes out. Moas Last Dancer commences on October 1st! Dont miss it!

SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT..


Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you'll land among the stars. ~Les Brown

Life's problems wouldn't be called "hurdles" if there wasn't a way to get over them. ~Author Unknown

Wherever you go, no matter what the weather, always bring your own sunshine. ~Anthony J. D'Angelo, The College Blue Book

SOLOISTS

Applications for Wellington Festival is out NOW! This is another opportunity for you perform on stage. If you are interested i need to know asap. Applications close first week in October. This is a friendly festival, one that i have thoroughly enjoyed. For some of you this may be your last chance to perform your solo that you have all been working so hard on. If you are interested please get in contact with me asap.

WICKED!



What can be said about WICKED?? I am speechless! The musical was absolutely AMAZING, OUTSTANDING, MAGICAL, INSPIRING, UNBELIEVABLE! Everything about the show was spectacular, the cast, the costumes, the music, the lighting, the dancing. The moment the Elphaba (the Wicked Witch of the West) began singing i had goose bumps! A story that leads you on a journey that you dont know how it will end. If you get the chance to go, you wont be disappointed! Check out the website www.wickedthemusical.com.au to view the trailer and much much more!

Tuesday, September 15, 2009

NEWSLETTER

You should have all received a newsletter in class over the past 2 weeks. 12years jazz/HH are the only exception. Incase you missed it here it is;

EUROPEAN DANCE TOUR
Stepping Out is thrilled to present their students with yet another fabulous opportunity to travel and perform overseas. Following the tremendous success of our 2008 USA tour, we are very excited to announce that we are now seeking interest for a 2011 tour to LONDON AND PARIS. In conjunction with Dance Around the World, our dance tour specialist we invite you to consider embarking upon this incredible adventure with us.

A full itinerary and info package will be available upon request. The Dance tour is a 14 day extravaganza and includes the following highlights; 8 days accommodation in London, sightseeing tours, classes at Pineapple Studios Convent Garden (one of the world's premiere dance centres), backstage tour of a West End show, tickets to a West End show, Billy Elliot the musical exclusive workshop, performances in central London and then 6 nights in Paris, (3 nights Disneyland Paris Area and 3 nights Paris), admission to Disneyland Paris, Magic Music Days Performance, admission to Walt Disney studios, Seine Cruise, Sightseeing tours and Paris performance opportunities.

Please be aware that students considering this tour should be enrolled in a minimum of two dance classes and from 2010 a Performance class (eisteddfods) to ensure vital performance experience in preparation for this amazing dance opportunity. All students will also be subjected to audition approval. Fromm 2011, an additional class to learn and rehearse for the tour will also be necessary. Students under 18 must be chaperoned by an adult. This tour is open to all Stepping Out families and friends who may wish to accompany us on this adventure.

Expressions of interest must be given asap. Those who missed it, the due date was Monday 14th September. A full itinerary will be given upon interest.

CONCERT INFORMATION: 'ONCE UPON A TIME'
Thats right, concert time is approaching us fast!

Dear parents and students,
this is a preliminary note to outline some important details as we embark upon the exiting journey to our 2009 concert production. "Once upon a time". This production aims to pay tribute to the great stories of our time. We cait wait to begin the countdown to the concert with you. This promises to be a memorable and magical time for your child.

Concert: Sunday 13th December 2009 Orange Civic Theatre 2pm Performance

* a dress rehearsal will be held on Wednesday the 9th December at the Civic Theatre
* Costume collection day will be during the week before the dress rehearsal. Exact date will be given early next term
* Hair and make up details will be supplied in Term 4
* Tickets will go on sale through Ticketek early November. Exact date will be given term 4.

Costume Measurements will take place during classes week 1 of term 4

This is incredibly important to ensure that your costume/s will be ready for the concert. Students will be involved in one routine per dance style they are enrolled in. A costume deposit of $30 per costume will required week 1 of term 4. Costumes range in price from $50 - $65. Balance of costume will be payable at costume collection day in term 4. Cash or cheques are permissible for payment of costume deposits.

Thank you for support and co-operation. Additional queries can be made to leesa@steppingoutdance.com.au or Leesa on 0411 295 538

FEES
Please ensure that your term 3 fees are up to date, if not these need to be paid ASAP. Fees are now overdue and are subject to a $15 fee being added. Please see Leesa if you are yet to receive your term 3 account.

Term 3 classes finish on Saturday 3rd October and term 4 commences on Monday the 19th October 2009
Cheers

The team at Stepping Out

Monday, September 7, 2009

ANNOUCEMENT #1!!!!!!!



YES! You did hear right! Stepping Out is doing another dance tour! and YES!!! we are going to London and Paris in 2011! You should have all recieved a newsletter in class last week. SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Excited!!!!!!!!!!

BELLE'S DEBUTE!


Picture of the stunning Belle Worrard at her first classical ballet solo! absolutely stunning Belle! Keep up the hard work. You would not believe that Belle only started pointe in term 3 last year!

Wednesday, September 2, 2009

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MISS RIKKI!!!!


HAPPY BIRTHDAY MISS RIKKI FOR TOMORROW THE 4TH SEPTEMBER! WISHING YOU A VERY VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY FROM ALL THE TEAM AT STEPPING OUT! HOPE YOU HAVE A FANTASTIC DAY FILLED WITH LAUGHTER AND HAPPINESS!! YOUR LOVE OF DANCE IS AN INSPIRATION TO US ALL! WE THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR EFFORTS AND ENTHUSIASM! LOOK FORWARD TO OUR NEXT ADVENTURE!