19976 W. 162nd St., Olathe, KS 66062 2019-20 Catalog 11044 S. Green St., Olathe, KS 66061 PAGES 2-3 DANCE CALL 913.397.7071 FOR MORE DETAILS OR PAGE 4-5 THEATRE ENROLL AT WWW.GREENLEAFSTUDIO.ORG PAGE 6 MUSIC & PAYMENT DETAILS SCHOOL OF DANCE DanCe develops posture, strength, flexibility, fosters teAmWork, TAP musiCAlity, foCus, And memory skills through sequentiAl combinAtions. Kids Level I– ages 7+ Wed. 4:15-5:15p.m. (Sept. 11-May 27) South DanCe is A tool for worship and expression and simply mAkes us hAppier Kids Level II- Wed. 5:15-6:15 p.m. (Sept. 11-May 27) South Kids Level III-Thurs. 4:15-5:15 p.m. (Sept. 12-May 28) Cedar Creek and healthier! Spending severAl yeArs per ClAss level creAtes mAstery. Teen/Adult Tap-Thurs. 5:15-6:15 p.m. (Sept. 11-May 27) Cedar Creek All levels pAst Level IA require instruCtor approvAl before enrolling. Use your feet to make dancing beats! In this fast-paced, rhythmic, American dance style students learn basic tap steps and combinations, while exploring accents and CREATIVE MOVEMENT - Ages 3-5 .5 hrs/week musicality. Mondays 6:00-6:30 p.m. (Sept. 9-May 18) South AZZ Mondays 6:15-6:45 p.m. (Sept. 9-May 18) Cedar Creek J 1 hr./week Thursdays 2-2:30 p.m. (Sept. 12-May 28) South Child Level I – ages 7+ Mon. 5:15-6:15 (Sept. 9-May 18) Cedar Creek Moving to music teaches a child the language of music as they develop listening skills, Thurs. 4:15-5:15 p.m. (Sept. 12-May 28) South rhythm, physical coordination, and internalize melody and beat. It’s also a ton of fun! Child Level II/III–Wed. 4:15-5:15 p.m. (Sept. 11-May 27) Cedar Creek Teen/Adult I – Thurs. 6:30-7:30 p.m. (Sept. 12-May 28) South TAP/BALLET COMBO - Ages 5.5-7 .75 hrs/week Teen/Adult II Mon. 7:00-8:00 p.m. (Sept. 9-May 18) South Mondays 6:45-7:30 p.m. (Sept. 9-May 18) Cedar Creek Teen/Adult Jazz III Mon. 6:00-7:00 p.m. (Sept. 9-May 18) South Thursdays 2:30-3:15 p.m.. (Sept. 12-May 28) South Teen/Adult IV –Tues. 2:00-3:00 p.m. (Sept. 10-May 26) Cedar Creek Ballet/Tap Combo helps young dancers develop body awareness, rhythm, strength, Jazz is an energetic American form of dance that originated from a blend of European and creativity. Students will also learn basic ballet and tap terminology and dance and African dance styles. Learn jazz steps and technique with an emphasis on class etiquette. This fun introductory class lays a strong technical foundation for developing flexibility and strength. Jazz steps are the basis for much of the future dance. choreography in musical theatre and other forms of contemporary dance. TEEN/ADULT BEGINNING CONTEMPORARY 1 hrs/week BALLET/JAZZ COMBO - Ages 5.5-7 .75 hrs/week Ages 13 + or by instructor permission Mondays 4:15-5:00 p.m. (Sept. 9-May 18) South Tuesdays 7:45-8:45 (Sept. 10- May 26) Cedar Creek In this class young dancers learn to control their bodies in exercises which encourage In Contemporary, spontaneity, games, choreography, and self-expression are body awareness, strength, and creativity as they learn basic ballet and jazz developed utilizing free-flowing warm-ups and fun group improvisation exercises. terminology. Social skills develop as students learn to pay attention, take turns, and The class will begin by learning skills and forming relationships within the group, practice dance class etiquette. This class creates strong foundational technique for then build towards dance performances. future dance. MODERN - Ages 11 + Level 1: 1 hr/week | Level II/III: 1.25 hrs/week MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE -11+ 1 hr/week Beg/Intermediate – Tuesdays 4:15-5:15 (Sept.10-May 26) South Mondays 4:00-5:00 p.m. (Sept. 9-May 18) South -Wednesdays 6:30-7:30 (Sept. 10-May 26) Cedar Creek Dancers will learn Broadway-inspired combinations, must-know vocabulary, and tips Modern dance focuses on the dancer’s relationship with the floor and the movements and tricks for musical theatre performances, auditions, and more! This class is for tend to be angular and rhythmic. This form of dance is often used to convey intense those who want to see improvements in their performance quality, coordination, and emotion and is a powerful storytelling tool. ability to memorize movement sequences quickly. No dance experience necessary. Intermediate/Advanced - Mondays 5:00-6:00 (Sept. 9-May 18) South Join the fun! These techniques focus on contractions, release, isolations, and spiraling. This class is for dancers who have graduated Modern I. 2 Level III 1.25 hrs/week BALLET Mondays 2:45-4:00 (Sept. 9-May 18) South 1 hr/week Tuesdays 5:15-6:30 pm (Sept. 10-May 26) South Level IA –Ages 6-10 Students must have completed Ballet IIB to take this class which will include pre- Mondays 4:15-5:15 p.m. (Sept. 9-May 18) Cedar Creek pointe strengthening exercises. Mondays 6:30-7:30 p.m. (Sept. 9-May 18) South Tuesdays 3:15-4:15 p.m. (Sept. 10-May 26) South Level IV/Pre-Pointe 2x a week class 2.75 hrs/week Tuesdays 5:15-6:45 p.m. (Sept. 10-May 26) Cedar Creek Level IB – ages 6-10 Wednesdays 5:15-6:30 p.m. (Sept. 11-May 27) Cedar Creek Tuesdays 4:15-5:15 (Sept. 10-May 26) Cedar Creek This class is designed for students who have graduated from our Ballet III level or by Wednesday 5:15-6:15 p.m. (Sept. 11-May 27) South teacher evaluation. Dancers will complete weekly assignments that develop skill, Thursdays 3:15-4:15 (Sept. 12-May 28) South creativity, and dance knowledge. This class includes strengthening exercises in preparation for Pointe. We strongly recommend these students also take Modern I Ballet is the basis for every style of dance technique. Ballet I is the foundational level or Teen/Adult Jazz I. in a student’s formal dance training. These classes will introduce and progress students in the basic steps and terminology of ballet while cultivating fundamental Level V/Pointe 3.25 hrs/week skills such as coordination, proper alignment, discipline, and focus. Tuesdays 4:15-5:45 p.m./Fridays 4:15-6 p.m. (Sept. 10-May 29) South This class is designed for students who graduated from Ballet IV and had at least one year of Pointe. Dancers will complete weekly assignments that develop skill, Level IIA –ages 9+ 1 hr/week creativity, and dance knowledge. Tuesdays 6:45-7:45 (Sept. 10-May 26) Cedar Creek Wednesdays 4:15-5:15 p.m. (Sept. 11-May 27) South Level VI/ Pointe 3.75 hrs/week This class is designed for students who have previous beginner dance experience, Tuesdays 4:15-6:30 (South)/Fridays 8-9:30 a.m. (Cedar Creek) have graduated from Ballet I, or are older beginners. Placement in this class is based (Sept. 10 –May 29) on instructor recommendation. This level builds on the skills taught in Ballet I as well as focusing on increasing the student’s strength, confidence, and knowledge of TEEN AND ADULT FITNESS CLASS ballet steps and terminology. Both locations!—Times to be announced soon! This class utilizes both aerobic and body weight exercises to get your heart pumping Level IIB 1.25 hrs/week and tone your muscles! Thursdays 5:15-6:30 p.m. (Sept. 12-May 28) South This class is designed for students who have previous intermediate ballet experience DANCE MONTHLY PAYMENT PLANS: or have graduated from Ballet IIA. Placement is based on instructor $45/HOURLY UNIT/MONTH* recommendation. This class builds on the foundation set in other levels, but shifts the 30 minute classes $23/month (.5 units) focus from learning basic skills toward applying those skills with artistry to more 45 minute classes $34/month (.75 units) advanced ballet steps and combinations. Dancers will complete weekly assignments 1 hour classes $45/month (1 unit) that develop skill, creativity, and dance knowledge. 75 minute classes $57/month (1.25 units) Ballet 4 (2x/week) $125/month (2.75 units) Ballet 5 (2x a week) $147/month (3.25 units) Ballet 6 (3x/week) $170/month (3.75 units) 3 SCHOOL OF THEATRE Acting and theater education helps students academically, especially in the areas of reading comprehension, narrative writing, reasoning, memorization, and social interaction. Theater is not only fun, it’s practical! In our program, students are progressively trained in improvisation, speech, movement exercises, scene work, and acting theory. Actors benefit from several years at each level in order to achieve skill mastery and confidence. Each year, new exercises and scenes are incorporated so the classes are always fun, exciting, and challenging for young actors! IMPROVISATIONAL ACTING AGES 12+ Improvisational theatre is an incredibly fun and skill building experience! Students will begin to develop a sketch on the spot from just a few audience suggestions. This class focuses on teamwork and quick thinking. Learn how to create entertainment from scratch! Beginning Level: Cedar Creek Location: Tuesdays 6:00-7:00 (Sept. 12-May 28) 1 hr/week Intermediate Level: Cedar Creek location: Tuesdays 5:00-6:00 (Sept. 12-May 28) 1 hr/week STORYFINDERS-AGES 6-8 South Location: Fridays 4:30-5:30 (Sept.