Movement Dance Company @ YAGP !

Sound Movement Arts Center is excited to offer a new branch to our Movement Dance Company (MDC) for Int/Adv Ballet dancers wishing to experience a top-tier Ballet Competition – Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP).

A NON-REFUNDABLE $15 Audition Fee will be due at the time of Registration. Online enrollment closes Friday, August 16. Students MUST BE REGISTERED in advance to attend the Auditions. Auditions will be held for Levels 3+ (Int/Adv) and ages 11+yrs.

Audition Details:

Saturday, August 17, 2024

2-3 PM – (Level 3+ Int/Adv and 11+yrs) –  Studio 1

*Students working En Pointe, should be prepared to dance in their pointe shoes, as well as their flats.

Students will be taken through a traditional Ballet Audition in order to determine casting. Ballet attire must be worn and hair must be in a clean bun. Refer to the Dress Code Page on the SMAC website for additional details. Thank you and Good Luck!

Requirements of MDC YAGP group: 

• 3 Ballet classes/week minimum (at appropriate level 3+)
• Saturday Rehearsal (in addition to weekly Ballet class requirements listed above)
• 1 MDC Team Jacket to be worn to/from YAGP competition and master classes. Approx. cost: $120/pp *This can also be worn as a warm-up for weekly dance classes, at community events and competition and Recital.
• 1 week (3 classes) of winter intensive, recommending 2 weeks (6 classes).
  • • *This includes 1.5hr class, 1 hour strength training and 1 hour rehearsal. *This will also be open to all Ballet students level 3+ not cast in the MDC YAGP group, as well as all other MDC dancers at this level.

Dancers are only allowed to miss 3 out of the 13 Saturday rehearsals (including 1 during the winter intensive) from the Start of Fall classes in September until the YAGP Ballet Competition in early January.  

Extras: 

If cast as a soloist, dancers can expect to have at least 3 private lesson hours between Sept.- Dec.

The Group Routine may need up to 2 extra private lesson hours between Sept.-Dec. 

*Fees will be split between participating dancers and billed to your DSP accounts prior to the lessons.  **These hours are not included in the Saturday rehearsal time and will need to be arranged outside of class time. 

Costumes: 

Soloists Costumes will need prior approval by Miss Cody and should be purchased outside the studio. The Group costume will be purchased through the studio and fees posted to your DSP accounts. Costumes will be ordered shortly after Auditions and those fees will be due Sept/Oct along with Tuition. 

Est. Expenses: 

Monthly Tuition (YAGP inclusive – Sept.-Dec. varies by dancer – see Season 10 rates)

$120 – MDC Jacket 

$225 – 3 Private Lesson Rehearsal Hours (split between dancers, when applicable)

$160 – Two week winter intensive *subject to change

$100-120 – group costume (to be worn for MDC Holiday Showcase, YAGP and June Recital???

$400+ – Custom Solo Costume

An MDC YAGP specific contract will be available for dancers/families to sign at Auditions on Saturday, August 17 with this and as much additional available YAGP specific information as possible. 

SAVE THE DATES!

Friday, June 7

An informational Parent Meeting (for NEW interested families) will be held on Friday, June 7 from 6:30-7:30 PM in Studio 2. We look forward to answering your questions about MDC!

Season 10 Auditions: June 18-20, 2024

AUDITION INFO:

**Please only have your dancer Audition if they’re VERY serious about being on MDC and a part of a TEAM.**

Tuesday, June 18, 2024
4-7 PM – Mini (6-7yrs) – Studio 1
*Short breaks will be included for water and shoe changes.

7-8 PM Callbacks for Small Groups (solo, duo, trio)

Non-Refundable Registration Fee: $30 – Due at Registration

Students will be taught a few combinations that incorporate multiple styles including: Ballet, Tap, Jazz and Hip Hop and may be asked to improv. or freestyle during the audition. Form fitting dance attire is required along with proper dance shoes. Hair must be “performance ready” and off of the face. Clothing and hair should make the student look and feel confident, not distracted. *Students may be asked to join an alternate grouping a following day in order to find best placement, regardless of age.

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Wednesday, June 19, 2024
4-7 PM – Junior (8-9yrs) – Studio 1
*Short breaks will be included for water and shoe changes.

7-8 PM Callbacks for Small Groups (solo, du0, trio)

Non-Refundable Registration Fee: $30 – Due at Registration

Students will be taught a few combinations that incorporate multiple styles including: Ballet, Tap, Jazz and Hip Hop and may be asked to improv. or freestyle during the audition. Form fitting dance attire is required along with proper dance shoes. Hair must be “performance ready” and off of the face. Clothing and hair should make the student look and feel confident, not distracted. *Students may be asked to join an alternate grouping a following day in order to find best placement, regardless of age.

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Thursday, June 20, 2024
4-8 PM – Pre-Teen & Teen (10+yrs) – Studio 1
*Short breaks will be included for water and shoe changes.

8-9 PM Callbacks for Small Groups (solo, duo, trio)

Non-Refundable Registration Fee: $30 – Due at Registration

Students will be taught a few combinations that incorporate multiple styles including: Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop and Contemporary and may be asked to improv. or freestyle during the audition. Form fitting dance attire is required along with proper dance shoes. Hair must be “performance ready” and off of the face. Clothing and hair should make the student look and feel confident, not distracted. *Students may be asked to join an alternate grouping a following day in order to find best placement, regardless of age.

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*Everyone invited to join MDC after Auditions, will be a part of MDC and perform as a team member, but the amount of routines they participate in will be based on Auditions. Dancers will be split by specific style and dancers will be placed into specific groups based on their Audition.

**Dancers must audition in every style and their preference will be taken into consideration from their Audition Form. No exceptions.

We look forward to seeing YOUR dancer at Auditions! Good Luck!

**Dancers wishing to be considered for Season 10 MDC, should plan to take the following requirements over the Summer: 

MINI (6-7yrs) and JUNIOR (8-9yrs) Dancers: Must be enrolled in 3 classes per week for 4 out of the 6 weeks of the Summer Evening Classes (all 6 is preferred) for a TOTAL of 12 classes over the summer.

Dancers MUST take the following styles over the summer to be a part of Season 10 MDC (regardless of team selection for season 10): 1 Ballet, 1 Hip Hop and 1 Choice Style (ex. Acro, Jazz, Tap, etc). *Additional technique classes strongly encouraged.

PRE-TEEN (10-12yrs) and TEEN (13+yrs) Dancers: Must be enrolled in 4 classes per week for 4 out of the 6 weeks of the Summer Evening Classes (all 6 is preferred) for a TOTAL of 16 classes over the summer.

Dancers MUST take the following styles over the summer to be a part of Season 10 MDC (regardless of team selection for season 10): 1 Ballet, 1 Hip Hop, 1 Jazz and 1 Choice Style (ex. Acro, Jazz, Tap, etc). *Additional technique classes strongly encouraged.

Summer enrollment goes live April 15, 2024. See Schedule page for details.

MOVEMENT DANCE COMPANY (MDC) INFORMATION

The Movement Dance Company (MDC)  is a competitive performance team who train, dance, and excel to new heights. MDC is a pre-professional training program for those dedicated dancers (ages 6-18) who want to take a competitive track in multiple dance styles. We hold high moral and technical expectations of our MDC dancers and, in exchange, we are committed to stay current in an ever-changing dance industry and help create dedicated, humble, and team-oriented artists and leaders with everlasting memories and friendships with their dance family.

How MDC Placement is Decided   

Each student will participate in Auditions within their age group. They will then be placed in an MDC group based on their age, maturity, and years of experience. Every student matures at a different rate and the primary reason for placing students in different groups is to bring together dancers who form a cohesive group with similar skill level and dancing maturity.  A 16 yr old dancer is very different from an 11 year old dancer in most cases, but if a young dancer shows extraordinary skill and maturity for their age, they may be asked to participate with a different group than their normal peer age group.  You must respect and understand this going into Auditions. Each individual is considered on his or her own merits and all decisions by the instructors/directors must be respected. All MDC placement decisions will be final. 

MDC STUDENTS – 10% TUITION DISCOUNT! Students who are a part of Season 9 MDC Teams will receive a 10% Tuition Discount off Season 9 rates. *Season 10 rates subject to change. See Tuition Page for current pricing. 

MINI – MOVEMENT DANCE COMPANY

MINI MDC (6-7yrs): Moderate hourly requirements with opportunities for increased participation in training and student involvement. Usually composed of naturally inclined and enthusiastic dancers seeking a higher level training and some additional performance opportunities outside recreational classes. Composed of passionate dancers at an intermediate level. 

Total: Approx. 3-5 classes/week (classes does not necessarily mean hours).

*Set individually for each MDC student based on past training and experience.

JUNIOR – MOVEMENT DANCE COMPANY

JUNIOR MDC (8-9yrs): Moderate hourly requirements with opportunities for increased participation in training and student involvement. Usually composed of naturally inclined and enthusiastic dancers seeking a higher level training and some additional performance opportunities outside recreational classes. Composed of passionate dancers at an intermediate level. 

Total: Approx. 4-6 classes/week (classes does not necessarily mean hours). 

*Set individually for each MDC student based on past training and experience.

PRE-TEEN – MOVEMENT DANCE COMPANY

PRE-TEEN MDC (10-12yrs): Moderate hourly requirements with opportunities for increased participation in training and student involvement. Usually composed of naturally inclined and enthusiastic dancers seeking a higher level training and some additional performance opportunities outside recreational classes. Composed of passionate dancers at an intermediate/advanced level.

Total: Approx. 5-7 classes/week (classes does not necessarily mean hours). 

*Set individually for each MDC student based on past training and experience.

TEEN – MOVEMENT DANCE COMPANY

TEEN MDC (13+): Moderate hourly requirements with opportunities for increased participation in training and student involvement. Usually composed of naturally inclined and enthusiastic dancers seeking a higher level training and some additional performance opportunities outside recreational classes. Composed of passionate dancers at an intermediate/advanced level.

Total: Approx. 8+ classes/week (classes does not necessarily mean hours). 

*Set individually for each MDC student based on past training and experience.