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Mid-Atlantic Center for the Performing Arts www.MidAtlanticCenterforthePerformingArts.com 5543 Harford Road, Baltimore, MD 21214 443-438-4525 YOUTH PROGRAM - 2010-2011 Class Schedules

Summer Classes begin the week of July 19. There will be no classes on Monday, September 6. (Monday classes will end on September 13.)

Fall Classes begin the week of September 20, 2010, and run for ten months, concluding with the MCPA Spring Gala Production in June 2011.

The Youth Program at MCPA is designed for students ages 8-12 who are just beginning their dance education or have only studied for a few years. This program is also a great choice for the experienced dancer who is looking to take dance classes as well as participate in other activities. While ballet is not required to participate in the Youth Program, it is highly recommended. Proper ballet training provides the fundamental strength and body lines needed for young dancers to achieve their personal best. Youth Ballet Students are introduced to the fundamentals of ballet technique. Curriculum includes barre and center floor exercises, with the use and understanding of classical ballet terminology. Students will be held to the high standards of ballet etiquette. 60 minute class - one day per week: Summer: Thur 7:30-8:30 Fall: Sat 9:45-10:45 Uniform – Girls wear any style solid black leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes. Hair should be pulled back in a neat bun. Boys wear white t-shirt, black bike shorts/sweatpants and black ballet shoes. For your convenience, we recommend ordering shoes and attire through MCPA to ensure correct style and color.

Youth Tap Students learn basic tap terminology, including various rhythm and sound combinations. The focus is on musicality and clean, clear execution of the footwork. 60 minute class - one day per week: Summer: Wed 7:30-8:30 Fall: Wed 6:30-7:30 Uniform – comfortable street clothes and black oxford tap shoes. Long hair should be pulled back. For your convenience, we recommend ordering shoes through MCPA to ensure correct style and color.

Youth Jazz Students are introduced to the fundamentals of classic jazz technique. Curriculum includes isolations, stretching & strengthening exercises, jazz progressions, and fun combinations to various types of jazz music. 60 minute class - one day per week: Fall: Wed 7:30-8:30 Uniform – any style leotard, pink, tan or black tights, black pull on jazz boot. Long hair should be pulled back. For your convenience, we recommend ordering shoes and attire through MCPA to ensure correct style and color.

Hip-Hop A fun, high-energy class where students can learn the latest dance moves from their favorite music videos. All MCPA Hip-Hop classes are conducted in a family friendly environment. 60 minute class – one day per week: Summer: Thur 5:45-6:45 Fall: Wed 5:30-6:30 Uniform: comfortable street clothes/ sneakers

MCPA offers programs for advanced dancers of all ages with requirements of three or more days a week. Please inquire at the front desk if you are interested and would like further information.