2018-2019 Academy Handbook CBA 2018-2019 Academic Year CONTENTS
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Charlottesville Ballet Administrative team Sara Clayborne, Co-Director & CBA Principal [email protected] About CBA ...... 4 Emily Hartka, Co-Director [email protected] Caitlin Lennon, Company Manager [email protected] Curriculum ...... 5 Lori Jablonski, Academy Manager [email protected] Ali Brent, Finance Manager [email protected] Divisions, Classes & Dress Codes ...... 6-13 Emily Pozek, Outreach Manager [email protected] Cassidy Burk, Communications Coordinator [email protected] First Steps ...... 6-7 Kathryn Tokar, Development Coordinator [email protected] Heather Rogers, Administrative Assistant & Children’s Division ...... 7-9 Lead CBA Faculty [email protected] Taylor Horne, Administrative Assistant [email protected] Student Division ...... 9-11 Liz Grande, Administrative Assistant [email protected] Jessica Grant, Administrative Assistant [email protected] re rofessional rogram Feleacia Quezergue, Chance to Dance Coordinator [email protected] P -P P ...... 12 Suzanne Gandy, Community Sponsorships [email protected] Adult Classes ...... 12-13 Charlottesville Ballet Academy Faculty 2018-2019 Sara Clayborne, CBA Principal Kate Arnson Trainee Program ...... 13 Cassidy Burk Liz Grande Jessica Grant Derek Lauer Policies & Guidelines ...... 14-17 Isabelly Possatto Emily Pozek Feleacia Quezergue Heather Rogers Outreach & Community Partners ...... 18 Anna Sides Desmin Taylor Kathryn Tokar Casey Turner Volunteer Opportunities ...... 19 Katherine Nies, Accompanist Giving ...... 20 FAQ ...... 21-24 For full faculty list and bios, visit http://charlottesvilleballet.org/academy/about/faculty/ enrich communitiesenrich throughout theCentral Virginia area ~ Affordable ofdance -will access -both as apatron andaparticipant to theart to ensure for itssustainability futurethe art generations (regardless ofage, physical ability, oreconomic andwillinstillalove privilege) of dance education quality shouldbeaccessible~ High to allthosewillingto learn audiences andwillinspire~ Innovative showcase performances theversatility ofourartists effective training andsupport ~ Lifelong physical healthandmental wellness isachieved through safe and At Charlottesville Ballet, we believe that... theatre, enabling CBAto offer more dance andmovement classes for allages. new firstfloorfacility. Thelocation now boasts five spacious studioswithastudio “Building The Future” campaign andaddedanadditional2,500square feet ina Summer 2015,theCharlottesville Ballettook onanotherexpansion through its fundraising events to create atotal ofthree studiosintheupstairsspace. In Trail. beganwithjustonelargeThe studioandcontinued facility to hold Charlottesville Balletrelocated at to 1885Seminole anewCharlottesville facility CBA originally openedinGreene July2013, County intheSummerof2011.In excellent young. training andanemphasisonwellness started and wellness, Charlottesville Balletwould needto create atraining schoolwhere many years inunhealthy environments. order In to trulyfulfillthe missionofhealth were notableto fullygrasp themissionofwellness becausetheyhadtrained for that many oftheprofessional artists company, realized theCo-Directors three years ofleadingtheprofessional About After Clayborne andEmilyHartka. created in2011by Sara Co-Directors Charlottesville BalletAcademy was education, outreach. andcommunity through wellness, performance, ofdancemission isto elevate theart professional balletcompany whose Ballet, Central Virginia’s nonprofit training schoolofCharlottesville 2 through adult. CBAistheofficial CBAa center for dance education for ages Charlottesville BalletAcademy (CBA) is About Charlottesville BalletAcademy: 4
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DRESS CODE (CLASS AGES 7-9): Girls: Black leotard (any style – must be at least 95% black), black **TIGHTS: Storybook Ballet students are NOT required to wear tights for class, however they will or pink tights, black dance shorts or jazz pants may be worn, black jazz shoes. Hair should be need tights for the CBA Spring Performance! pulled back and secured above the neck. Boys: white t-shirt; black tights with dance belt, black Pre-Ballet is for children ages seven to nine and provides a bridge to the Academy’s ballet dance shorts or jazz pants may be worn, black jazz shoes. classes in the Student Division. In Pre-Ballet, children are introduced to the structure and Contemporary is a modern dance style that works to increase young dancers’ versatility discipline of a ballet class as well as music awareness and ballet terminology. Focusing on and movement awareness. This class emphasizes the importance of floorwork and expands both the mind and the body, our innovative classroom activities help children refine their upon the dancers’ improvisational skills. motor skills and develop their creative process through the use of props and imagery. DRESS CODE: Black leotard (any style – must be at least 95% black), bare feet; black or pink tights; DRESS CODE: Girls: Black leotard (any style – must be at least 95% black), pink convertible tights black dance shorts or jazz pants may be worn. Hair should be pulled back and secured above the w/ seam (ex: Capezio #18C)**; pink ballet slippers. Hair is to be secured in a bun. Boys: white neck. t-shirt; black tights with dance belt and black ballet slippers. ap azz ip op: See Student Division for these individual class descriptions and dress **TIGHTS: CBA does not require a specific brand of tights for any of the classes, however we prefer T /J & H H codes. students to wear convertible pink tights with a seam. *The CBA Children’s Division Dance Dress for ages 6-8 (Eurotard 44285 Short Sleeve Dress in Lilac) Hip Hop Dance Mix (Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop) allows children to explore multiple dance is available exclusively at The Hip Joint. Please visit your local dance store on Charlottesville’s genres in a combination class that’s perfect for boys and girls. Combining percussion with Downtown Mall: 110 Second Street NE, Charlottesville, Virginia, 22902 | 434-971-6888 movement, tap dance helps children establish rhythm skills and musicality while isolating the movement of their feet and ankles. In addition to tap and jazz, students learn basic STUDENT DIVISION | Ages 9-18 hip hop technique and combinations with special attention to strength, musicality, and The Student Division offers classes coordination. for ages 9 to 18 in all dance genres. DRESS CODE: Girls: *Eurotard 44285 Short Sleeve Dress in Lilac; pink convertible tights (optional); Enrollment in these classes is by pink full-sole ballet slippers and black tap shoes. Hair should be pulled back and secured above placement only in order to ensure the neck. Boys: white t-shirt; black shorts or tights; black full-sole ballet slippers and black tap the proper level for each individual shoes. dancer. The Academy’s curriculum is based on the National Training Ballet/Tap (ages 6-8) is a combination class that teaches the basics of both ballet and tap, Curriculum of the American Ballet emphasizing body placement and basic rhythmic awareness. The students will begin with Theatre and all classes are guided tap shoes and then transition to the ballet portion of class. by CBA Principal Sara Clayborne. DRESS CODE (CLASS AGES 6-8): Girls: *Eurotard 44285 Short Sleeve Dress in Lilac; pink tights Dancers will continue to progress through several levels of ballet that combine the classical (optional); pink full-sole ballet slippers and black tap shoes. Hair should be pulled back and French, Russian, and Italian schools. Students will explore a large variety of classical ballet secured above the neck. Boys: white t-shirt; black shorts or tights; black full-sole ballet slippers terminology, enabling them to adapt to all styles and techniques of dance. All dancers and black tap shoes. will work towards building flexibility, strength, musicality, coordination, concentration and DRESS CODE (CLASS AGES 7-9): Girls: Black leotard (any style – must be at least 95% black), pink communication of expression through movement. Additional classes in Hip-Hop, Jazz, convertible tights w/ seam (ex: Capezio #18C)**; pink ballet slippers. Hair is to be secured in a Modern, Tap, and Musical Theatre round out the curriculum, providing creative outlet to bun. Boys: white t-shirt; black tights with dance belt and black ballet slippers. students interested in multiple styles of dance. **TIGHTS: CBA does not require a specific brand of tights for any of the classes, however we prefer 8 9 Ballet for Boys classes allow young males to DRESS CODE: Girls: Black leotard (any style – explore their creative and physical dimensions in an must be at least 95% black); pink convertible all-boys environment. Leaving out the tutus and tiaras, tights w/ seam (ex: Capezio #18C); pink ballet participants will gain knowledge of music, rhythm, and slippers. Hair is to be secured in a bun. kinesthetic awareness. Ballet for Boys is designed to Tap & Open Teen Tap classes develop develop creative thinking, expression, strength, agility, rhythm, musicality, and coordination. Exercises and coordination. focus on building flexibility of the knee and DRESS CODE: white t-shirt; black tights with dance belt ankles, and the dancer’s speed of movement. and black ballet slippers. The curriculum emphasizes clean technique, producing clear tap sounds, and the joy of Open Teen Ballet & Open Pre-Teen Ballet classes are designed for teens and pre-teens who want movement. Footwork and set combinations to learn how to dance but with a more recreational focus. The Teen Division is perfect for become increasingly complex and intricate with increased level. individuals who are just beginning their dance training at a later stage, revisiting dance after DRESS CODE: Black leotard (any style – must be at least 95% black, black tap shoes; black or pink a long absence, or for students in sports or theatre looking to supplement their training. tights; black dance shorts or jazz pants may be worn. Hair should be pulled back and secured Students are able to revisit ballet’s core basics before moving on to more challenging above the neck. concepts. Hip Hop is a high-energy genre that infuses the latest styles of street dancing, breaking, DRESS CODE: Girls: Black leotard (any style – must be at least 95% black); pink convertible tights popping, and locking. Class warm-up concentrates on increasing stamina, improving w/ seam (ex: Capezio #18C); pink ballet slippers. Hair is to be secured in a bun. Boys: white t-shirt; flexibility, and building core strength. The curriculum emphasizes a foundation of basic hip- black tights with dance belt; black ballet slippers. hop movements, across the floor exercises, and longer center combinations. Pointe technique is the part of classical ballet that concerns pointe work, wherein a ballet DRESS CODE: Moveable clothing, no buttons/zippers on pants. Any indoor sneaker that will not dancer supports all body weight on the tips of fully extended feet in pointe shoes. Pointe be used outside (not necessarily a jazz sneaker). Hair should be pulled back and secured above Class is by recommendation only, usually once a student has progressed through Ballet 3 the neck. in the ABT National Training Curriculum and has successfully completed the pointe exam. Jazz emphasizes Broadway and contemporary styles in a fun, energetic atmosphere. Classes Students begin by building strength at the barre and successively progress to center work begin with a cardio warm-up and conditioning exercises to improve flexibility, core stability, and longer enchainements. and strength. Across-the-floor combinations focus on jumps and turns, and emphasize DRESS CODE: Girls: Black leotard (any style – must be at least 95% black); pink convertible tights coordination and musical dynamics. Improvisational movement is incorporated into w/ seam (ex: Capezio #18C); pink ballet slippers. Hair is to be secured in a bun. combinations to challenge the dancer’s kinesthetic awareness and increase creativity. Partnering class is for the advanced dancer in Ballet 3 or higher. Partnering is the study of DRESS CODE: Black leotard (any style – must be at least 95% black), Black jazz shoes; black or pas de deux (“step of two”), in which two dancers (typically one male and one female) dance pink tights; black dance shorts or jazz pants may be worn. Hair should be pulled back and secured together. Students begin by learning the basic foundations of partnering: lifts, pirouettes, above the neck. and supported positions, and then progress to learning full portions of classical pas de Contemporary dance combines elements of several dance genres including modern, jazz, deuxs. lyrical and classical ballet. Students learn floorwork, traditional modern core contractions, DRESS CODE: Girls: Black leotard (any style – must be at least 95% black); pink convertible tights and center exercises that find their root in classical ballet and modern. The curriculum w/ seam (ex: Capezio #18C); pink ballet slippers. Hair is to be secured in a bun. Boys: white t-shirt; emphasizes core strength, flexibility, and fluidity of movement. black tights with dance belt; black ballet slippers. DRESS CODE: Black leotard (any style – must be at least 95% black), bare feet; black or pink tights; Variations class is for the advanced dancer in Ballet 3 or higher. Students learn the black dance shorts or jazz pants may be worn. Hair should be pulled back and secured above the female solos from the classical repertoire of traditional full-length ballets. The class focuses neck. on building students’ theatrical skills and stage presence in addition to working on the refinement of the technique required for dramatic roles in classical full-length ballets.
10 11 PRE-PROFESSIONAL Adult Classes: Adult Beginning Ballet, Adult PROGRAM Intermediate Ballet, Adult Ballet 40+, Adult Tap, Adult The Pre-Professional Program Contemporary, Adult Hip Hop is a rigorous training program Adult Ballet classes are designed for adults of all levels designed to prepare students and abilities. Ballet is a great way of improving posture, grace, for a professional career flexibility, and strength through barre exercises, allegro, adagio, within the ballet industry. and progressions. Students are able to learn ballet’s core basics CBA students are accepted before moving on to more challenging concepts. (Adult 40+ by audition or invitation Ballet is open to any adults age 40 and up. This is the perfect only and the program class for those adults that feel more comfortable learning with offers three specific levels others of a similar age). of training. In addition to classes in ballet technique, Adult Tap develops rhythm, musicality, and coordination. students are required to Exercises focus on building flexibility of the knee and ankles, train in other genres such as and the dancer’s speed of movement. Instructors provide exercises with different options to accommodate all tap levels. contemporary, hip hop, jazz, Photo by Keith Alan Sprouse tap, and character in order to enrich and diversify their Adult Hip Hop dance experience. In addition to the CBA faculty, guest teachers and choreographers Get your heart rate up with this aerobic class set to the upbeat will be brought in throughout the year. Although the primary focus is on classical ballet rhythms. Move and groove with the latest hip hop steps in this exciting class. repertoire, new works will also be created for Pre-Professional students each year. The Adult Contemporary process of working with a choreographer and the opportunity to experience different Adult Contemporary is for adults who are interested in modern dance style that works to styles of movement are integral to training today’s students to become tomorrow’s increase versatility and movement awareness. This class emphasizes the importance of professional dancers. In addition to their rigorous schedule of dance instruction, these floorwork and allows adults to experience improvisational movement. students will act as ambassadors for CBA, traveling to local schools and community centers to perform and demonstrate as part of Charlottesville Ballet’s outreach programs. TRAINEE PROGRAM These talented students will have opportunities to perform on stage alongside The Trainee Program is by audition only and offers advanced instruction for students the professional dancers of Charlottesville Ballet with several added performance planning a professional dance career. The Trainee opportunities. Students will be placed in one of three levels and each student will be Program will continue to develop technical and artistic evaluated each year. Financial assistance is available through an application process for skills with unique performance opportunities alongside all students. the professional company dancers of Charlottesville For more information about the Pre-Professional Program, please email CBA Principal, Sara Ballet. At this advanced level, the healthy, holistic Clayborne, at [email protected]. environment of the Academy is paramount; dancers ADULT CLASSES need the highest level of training to prepare them for a career in the competitive dance world. Charlottesville Charlottesville Ballet’s adult classes are for adults of any age. We offer classes for all Ballet’s focus on dancer health and well-being nurtures experience levels and physical abilities. Our adult ballet classes are perfect for adults who talented young artists, arming them with the tools to danced in their youth and want to enjoy movement again, or college students wishing to have long, healthy careers in any dance field. continue their training. Ballet is a great way of improving posture, grace, flexibility, and strength through barre exercises, allegro, adagio, and progressions. For more information about the Trainee Program, please click here: ADULT DRESS CODE: No dress code required! www.CharlottesvilleBallet.org/academy/trainee Photo by Thomas Giroir 12 13 • • • • • • 10% offthetuitionofhisorherclass(ofequallesser value) 2) For familieswithmultipleCBAstudents, eachadditionalfamilymemberreceives 1) For multipleclasses, eachadditionalclassis10%off CBAstudents taking CBAOffers Two Types of Tuition Discounts: calculated basedonthelengthofeachclassasfollows: Tuition for Charlottesville BalletAcademy classesispaidmonthly. Tuition is P include your preferred emailaddress onyour CBAregistration form! form ofcommunication. Please ensure astheprimary that you CBA usese-mail student willbenefitthemost. experience. Students are placed staff inthelevelfeels the where theartistic of levels isbasedonage, strength, physical development andprevious dance Placement ofstudents issolely at thediscretion oftheCBAPrincipal. The division Charlottesville BalletAcademy classesrun ACADEMIC YEAR 2018-2019: YEAR ACADEMIC
Policies & Guidelinesayment charged without refund. charlottesvilleballet.org by the15th ofthemonth orthecard onfilewill be to abrent@May 2019).Notice ofdropping aclassmustbee-mailed All students register for thefullacademicyear at CBA(September 2018- fee of$25.00. afeeAny a of$10andany declined cards returned will carry checkswillcarry or alternate credit card) isnotreceived by thetuition duedate. The credit card onfilewillbecharged ifanother ofpaymentform (cash,check, Please note that you willNOT receive aninvoice eachmonth. tuition. January for the following month’s tuition.November payments willbeappliedto Tuition ischarged month (except automatically onthe15thofevery December) year). registration fee of$20billedupon enrollment (charged once per academic first month’s tuitionwillbecharged at thetimeofenrollment. There isalsoa from your credit card onfile. Acredit card is required upon registering; the For your convenience, CBAusesmonthly billingthat automatically drafts 90 Minute Class 90 Minute Class 75 Minute Class 60 Minute Class 45 Minute Class 30 Minute Class Length P olic y &I
nformation $85 $79 $74 $68 $62 Monthly PaymentMonthly 14 September 4,2018-MaySeptember 25,2019 . • • P Please Finance contact Manager, Ali Brent: backgrounds. Financial Assistance for tuitionto Charlottesville BalletAcademy isavailable. is dedicated to providing dance training to students andfamiliesfrom allfinancial F [email protected] For more information orto scheduleaprivate thestudioat lesson,pleasecontact imbalances, andespeciallyfor students wishingto advance at anaccelerated pace. terminology oftheABT for curriculum classplacement, analyzingalignment orstrength Private lessonsare agreat optionfor many reasons: reviewing the basics, learning P allowing packages, you to fitdance into your busyschedule! multiple-class D • inancial erformances rivate rop will beusedtowards thestudent’s inJune. costumes intheCBAfinal performance rental fee of$35.00for eachclassat CBA.Costume fees are dueNovember 1,2018and Performance onSaturday, June8,2019.Accounts willbebilledanon-refundable costume Children &Student Students Division costume fee willbeassessedfor thesestudents. Showcase onSaturday, May 18,2019intheCBAStudio Theatre (schedule TBA). No First Steps Students Division date. or transfer classes. Adrop fee of$100willbecharged for eachclassdropped this after transfer classes. Enrollment Deadlines: 60-Minute Private60-Minute Private30-Minute Pass4-Class =$80.00 Class–UVA/PVCCDrop-In &Parents ofCBAStudents =$19.00 Class:$21.00 Drop-In -I n L R essons A ates ssistance :
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are expected to participate inCBA’sare to expected participate Spring is thelastday to enroll or isthelastday to drop Attendance Policy Class Etiquette Students are urged to make up any classes that are missed in another age-appropriate class • Gum and food are not allowed in the studios at any time. of the same level. Make-up classes must be completed within 30 days of the missed class. • Only clear liquids or water are permitted during classes. Students doing a make-up class should check in at the front desk prior to the class. No refund • Hanging on the barres is not allowed. or credit is given for missed classes. Parents/Guardians must report all absences to the front desk staff prior to class time by emailing [email protected]. • Students under the age of 8 are not permitted in the studio without a teacher present. Students 8+ may be granted permission to stretch or practice in the studio, but playing is Weather Policy not permitted at anytime. In the event of inclement weather, the Charlottesville Ballet website will give information • No cell phones, tablets, or other devices are permitted in the studio, unless they are being regarding any changes in class schedules and the Academy telephone message (434-973- used for educational purposes (videotaping corrections). 2555) will be changed to reflect any changes in class schedules due to weather. • Please use the restroom prior to the start of class to help with fewer interruptions during Security class. First Steps & Children’s Division: All children under age 11 must be accompanied by a parent • Arriving and entering late to class: Please wait for the current combination to end and or guardian in and out of the building at all times. then join the class (unless the teacher instructs otherwise). Students in Level 2+ may be Student Division: Dancers over age 11 may be dropped off at the elevator. During pick up required to observe if they are more than 10 minutes late to class. after class, students age 11 & up may wait in the first floor lobby for a parent or guardian. • Talking during class is not permitted unless asking a question or the teacher engages the It is very important that parent/guardians pick up children in a timely manner. Students must students in an educational conversation. We encourage students to make friends and use be picked-up within 15 minutes after their last class. If you are running late, please call the the time before and after class to build these relationships. Time during class should be studio immediately. used for learning and not socializing. Dress Code & Uniform • Bullying Policy: Bullying of any kind will not be tolerated. If a student experiences or sees During the Academic Year, Charlottesville Ballet bullying, please report this behavior immediately to a faculty member. Academy has specific uniforms and dress code • In alignment with the organization’s mission, Charlottesville Ballet has a zero-tolerance requirements. This reduces distraction in the policy on promoting eating disorders. We ask all faculty, parents, and students to agree classroom and allows for a disciplined and to uphold a healthy, nurturing environment during all classes and rehearsals at CBA. All professional appearance of our students. CLICK students and parents shall agree to refrain from negative discussions of the body and/or HERE for Divisions, Classes & Dress Codes pages body image at any Charlottesville Ballet rehearsals, performances, or events. for the 2017-18 Academic Year specific classes. If you have any questions about CBA policies, please contact [email protected]. • Hair is to be secured in a bun for all ballet classes; for all other classes, hair should be pulled back and secured above the neck. No jewelry is permitted in class; only small stud earrings may be worn. • Students are not permitted outside of the CBA building without street shoes on and clothes over dancewear. • Dance shoes should not be worn outside. This increases the longevity of their wear and protects the studio floors from damage! • All shoes, attire and other items should be labeled with the student’s name. CBA is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Photo by Andrea Shirey 16 17 Chance To Dance Charlottesville Ballet Invites You to... Chance To Dance (C2D) is Charlottesville Ballet’s after- GET INVOLVED! school outreach program Charlottesville Ballet relies on the support of community volunteers and offers for grades K-5 that gives internships to those interested in learning more about the world of dance. The underserved children a hands- Company utilizes volunteers for: on experience with the arts. The Ballet partners with local public • Ushers and Ticket Takers at All schools in both Charlottesville Performances and Albemarle County. • Parent Chaperones for Student Students participate in a session Performances of dance classes held once per • Backstage and Tech Crew week after school. These classes • Costume Assistance are taught by professional artists • Set and Prop Design from the Charlottesville Ballet and are all-inclusive with students actively participating regardless of physical • Photography ability or previous dance experience. • Graphic Design The dance genres of Ballet, Modern, Tap, Hip Hop, and African dance form the • Marketing/PR backbone of the Chance To Dance curriculum. Participants are introduced to • Special Event Planning Photo by Lindsay Garrett basic movements and then hone these skills throughout the program. Students see the benefit of applying themselves to both mental and physical challenges. …Or Any Other Talent You May Have to Offer! At the end of the program, Charlottesville Ballet will identify select students For more information about volunteering for Charlottesville Ballet, please fill out who show exceptional talent for dance and grant need-based Chance To Dance our volunteer form at: http://charlottesvilleballet.org/volunteers/. lifetime scholarships to Charlottesville Ballet Academy. If you have questions, contact our Volunteer Coordinator: Community Partners [email protected]. Charlottesville Ballet partners with other companies in the area to help make arts programs accessible to others in the community. Charlotteville Ballet’s Opportunities Volunteer current partners include: • Big Brothers Big Sisters • International Neighbors For more information about these partnerships, please contact epozek@ charlottesvilleballet.org.
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[email protected] FAQ tutorial [email protected] for help with bun-making technique! for All students and inPre-Ballet helpwithbun-making anytime before the15thofmonth. Example: 21 or give at usa ring 434.973.2555andwe’ll let [email protected] to to My family can’t afford dance classes – do you have a program for this? I’ve paid my monthly tuition all year; why do I have to purchase tickets to the Charlottesville Ballet is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization and part of our mission is to provide Spring Performance? access to dance education. You can apply for Financial Aid by e-mailing CB Finance Manager Due to the high cost of theatre rental, CBA must charge admission for its Spring Performance. Ali Brent at [email protected]. You will need to fill out a few forms regarding CBA keeps ticket prices as low as possible, and offers “family pass” discounts for families your income and tax information; these will then be submitted to CBA’s Financial Aid purchasing tickets to multiple performance times. Outreach Committee. Ali Brent will then inform you of your approval status. All Financial Aid Does CBA offer scholarships? families are required to perform a certain number of service hours. Opportunities to sign-up for these service hours will be e-mailed as soon as Financial Aid status is approved. CBA’s outreach program: Chance To Dance gives students the opportunity to receive a lifetime scholarship to CBA. These students are selected after completing the academic year I don’t want my credit card kept on file. session of “C2D” at their participating elementary school. Students are selected based on CBA requires a credit card to be kept on file by all families. If you would like to pay monthly their interest, motivation, and talent in the class. tuition with cash or check you may do so, however it will be due by the 1st of each month. If CBA offers very few talent-based scholarships and only at the discretion of the Academy tuition is not paid with cash or check, then the credit card on file will be charged on the 15th Principal. However, CBA partners with several other Virginia nonprofits to offer scholarships of every month. to at-need students. Please contact [email protected] if you’d like more We will be out of town for the CBA Spring Performance in June. What do we do? information. Please e-mail CBA Academy Manager at [email protected] as soon as you know What is Chance To Dance? that your student will be unable to participate in the annual Spring Performance (Children’s Chance To Dance is an after-school dance education outreach program that gives children Division classes and up). You will not be charged the costume rental fee of $35 in November a hands-on experience with the arts. It is fully funded by individual donors and grants. if you inform CBA prior to November 1. CBA offers no refunds for costume fees once they Students participate in a session of dance classes held once per week after school. These are paid, even if students are unable to participate in the Spring Performance. Classes begin classes are taught by professional artists from the Charlottesville Ballet and are all-inclusive practicing for the Spring Performance in January; teachers spend no more than 15 minutes with students actively participating regardless of physical ability or previous dance of class rehearsing. Students unable to perform will be asked to understudy, learn, and experience. Ballet, Modern, Tap, and Hip Hop form the backbone of the Chance To Dance practice the choreography with the rest of the class. curriculum. Participants are introduced to basic movements and then hone these skills throughout the program. Students develop confidence and motivation as they apply themselves to mental and physical challenges. If you’d like more information about C2D and how to support it, please e-mail [email protected]. What is the Dancers for Dancers fundraiser? Dancers for Dancers (“D4D”) is a fundraising initiative launched in fall of 2015 to raise funds for CBA’s scholarship and financial aid students. CBA provides approximately $80,000 in scholarships and $16,000 in financial aid every year. The D4D fundraising drive encourages CBA students to go into their communities and ask for support from their families and friends (similar to the American Heart Association’s Jump Rope for Heart drive). This funding then goes towards supporting CBA scholarships (including Chance To Dance) and financial aid. 22 23 Why is there a dress code and what do I do if I can’t afford the attire and shoes? CBA’s dress code ensures that all students have a professional appearance and mitigates the distraction of different attire styles. If you cannot afford the dress code uniform, please contact [email protected]. CBA has a Donation Bin in its first-floor lobby where you can donate gently used uniforms and shoes that are then distributed to those in-need. CBA also has a “borrow bin” of tap, jazz, and ballet shoes that can be used during your child’s class each week. Because numerous students use the same pairs of shoes, students may not take borrowed shoes home. Please secure the pair of shoes together (place inside each other, rubberband, or tie laces) and place all borrowed footwear back in the borrow bin after use. How do I join the Pre-Professional Program? The Pre-Professional Program is a rigorous training program for a select group of students that have the desire to become professional dancers and or performing artists. The program is by invitation only at the discretion of the Academy’s Principal, Sara Clayborne. When can my child start pointe class? All students at CBA must pass a pointe examination before beginning pointe work. The examination is taken only at the recommendation of CBA Principal Sara Clayborne. To be considered for the pointe exam, students must be in Ballet Level 3 or higher, at least 12 years old, and currently taking at least three 90-minute ballet classes per week. In the exam, students will be asked to perform certain exercises to ensure they have the required strength and technical development to begin pointe work. Students must also present the 8 positions of the body, both written and demonstrated. Students will be required to sew their own pointe shoes; CBA staff members are always happy to assist with teaching this skill. Once students have passed CBA’s pointe exam, they will have to undergo a medical screening to ensure their bones have finished developing and there will be little risk for injury. For more information on the pointe exam, please e-mail [email protected]. Is Charlottesville Ballet a nonprofit? If so, how can I support it? Charlottesville Ballet is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and public charity, meaning it relies on its many families, friends, and supporters to keep its doors open. Tuition for the Academy and ticket sales for the Professional Company only cover a portion of the costs to present our high quality dance education and professional performances. You can help keep dance alive in Central Virginia by visiting CharlottesvilleBallet.org/Giving. Donations are tax-deductible. If you would like to make a donation to a specific aspect of the ballet (dancers’ pointe shoes, Sponsor-a-Dancer fund, C2D, etc) you can do so by notating in the online donation form, or by contacting Emily Hartka at [email protected]. Gifts of any size are appreciated, ensure the longevity of our educational outreach programs, and enable Charlottesville Ballet to produce professional dance productions for citizens throughout the Central Virginia area!
24 www.CharlottesvilleBallet.org 434.973.2555 | [email protected] 1885 Seminole Trail, Suite 203, Charlottesville, VA 22901 *Information in this handbook is subject to change.