Shawn Lucy Live

We are very excited to perform at the Shawn Lucy Live concert benefiting the Down Syndrome Association of Richmond.  We had a wonderful time!  The girls were awesome!

Students participate in Wizard of Oz at Colonial Theatre

We are so excited that some of our  students were able to participate in the Wizard of Oz at the Colonial Theatre:)

Fun around the studio!

Thriller Flash Mob - South Hill Cinemas

We had a great time at the "Thriller" flash mob at South Hill Cinemas!  Special thanks for the theater! Can't wait for the next one:)

Haunted House

Thank you to our sponsor Benchmark Community Bank for being a sponsor.  We raised over $600!  Special thanks to our volunteers, participants, and patrons.  We had a great time.  It was a huge success.

Audition Notice! Main characters for revue!

We are holding auditions for the lead roles in the “Charlie and The Chocolate Factory” revue.  These roles include: Willy Wonka, Charlie, Veruca, Mike, Violet, & Augustus (some names will be changed).  We request students ages 8 and up to audition for these roles.  A requirement of accepting a role will be: additional rehearsal time, additional costumes, very quick costume changes, and additional responsibility.  Lead characters will still perform with their classes. 

Please explain to your student that not everyone who auditions will receive a part.  Roles will be based on experience, age, and height.  Auditioning will be a great experience and will prepare students for Nutcracker auditions next year.  Audition class will consist of a mini class and choreography.

Auditions will be held at the studio on December 18th from 6:15 to 7:15.

 

Whoville! Christmas Parade Info!

We are so excited about our parade float theme: Whoville! We are asking all students to ride our parade floats on December 8th.  This year we will have two floats:  Mt. Crumpit and Whoville.  Students ages 7 and under are asked to ride on Mt. Crumpit (this float has rails on side).  All other students are asked to ride the Whoville float (which is a flat bed trailer).

Students are to wear a black t-shirt (long sleeve preferably), black pants, and black shoes.  Please wear winter hats, scarves, and mittens/gloves (very colorful) and wear your hair and makeup similar to the Whos in Whoville.  Have fun with it! Check out pinterest for ideas.

Please return the permission slip by November 21st.

We will meet at the studio at 12:30.  The parade begins at 2:00 but we are required to lineup at1:00 (the earlier we get there; the less time we have to wait).  Please pickup your student at First Baptist Church after the parade.  Students who participate in Thursday performance group will perform a routine at the spectator point near Town Hall.  

PS.  Please donate any unwanted Christmas decorations to our float:)

 

Coupon Book Fundraiser

The fundraiser has been slightly delayed.  The coupon books will be given out the week of December 2nd.  The coupon books are to be sold at $10.00 each.  We have a variety of businesses participating: Horseshoe, Martin Collection, Body Accents, A Mane Event, and more.

Each student is required to sell 3 coupon books.  This will cover the cost of the revue fee.  If a student does not sell the coupon books, the student will have to pay $30 to cover the revue fee. 

Any amount sold over the 3, will go towards the cost of costumes at $10 per booklet.  The costumes are $50 per class (please keep in mind that 1/2 of the costume fees are due December 20th).   Any amount exceeding the cost of costumes/revue fee will be used toward studio and revue costs and improvements.

We hope to have your full support.  Without fundraising, we would not be able to have our revue at the Colonial Theater.  It is such a special experience to perform in this beautiful theater.  Your student will always remember it and you will love to see your student at that stage.

Fundraiser - Haunted House!

Parents: Sign up as a volunteer for Botofogo's Haunted House! We need ticket sellers, guides and help in the game room!  Haunted house is Oct 29th and Oct 30th from 6:00 - 8:30!  Sign up for 1 or 2 nights!  Please only sign up if you are 100% sure you can come!  Sign up sheet located at desk in waiting room!  Thanks!!!!

Games:
Duck Pond
Ring Toss
Cupcake Walk
Fishing
Bowling
Golf
Bean Bag Toss

Adult Classes

Don't forget about our adult classes offered by Miss Alicia!

*Early Bird Special Mon & Wed 4:00 - 5:00 Low impact dance class
*Zumba Mon and Wed 5:15 to 6:15
* At the Barre - fusion of ballet, pilates, & yoga using the barre (new time and day)! Wed 7:15 to 8:15

Classes are $5 or purchase a punch card 6 classes for $25. Use for any of the above classes!

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (adapted from Roald Dahl's book)

Due to scheduling conflicts, our revue date has changed to June 6 & 7th at the Colonial Theatre.  Please mark your calendars.  We very excited about this show.  It is going to be huge!

Early Bird Special - Classes for Adults

Early Bird Special dance classes for older adults! All abilities welcome. Class will cover basic steps, warm-up, choreography, toning, and cool-down. A variety of styles and music (past and present) will be used in this class. Mondays and Wednesdays at 4:00 until 5:00. $5 per class or purchase a punch card 6/$25.

Classes Start Sept 9th

Classes start September 9th:)

Dancewear Page

Look over to the right for our dancewear page with prices included.  Orders will be placed by the 15th of each month.  Orders will arrive within 72 hours (unless items are backordered).  Items are available in multiple colors.  Please contact us if you would like to place an order:)

Adult Class Punch Card Info

New this year!

Adult classes.  Purchase a punch card for $25 for 6 classes and use the card on any adult classes.  Attend Zumba, At the Barre, or Adult Ballet!  Your choice! What a deal!  Punch cards will be valid for 60 days.

Open House and Demo Class

August 22 - 5:30 to 7:30 Open House, Registration, and Free Demo House

August 24 - 10:00 to 11:30 Registration

August 31 - 10:00 to 11:30 Registration

New Schedule Posted

Check out the new schedule on the side bar.

Ballet			Performance Group
Classical Ballet			ages 6 and up; must be enrolled in ballet, jazz/hip hop, lyrical/contemporary
			Level One 6 to 11; Level Two 12 and up
Jazz/Hip Hop			Tap
fusion of jazz and hip hop			beginning level tap
Lyrical/Contemporary			At the Barre
fusion of lyrical and contemporary			fusion of ballet, pilates, yogo using the ballet barre
Level One 8 to 11; Level Two 12 and up
Early Bird Special			Tutu Tots
low impact fitness class focusing on			30 minute class for 2 year old; fusion of ballet and creative movement
simple dance choreograhpy
Prepointe
preparation for pointe focusing on
core strength, foot articulation, and conditioning

MTM - Hip Hop Rountines Inspired by movies

Botofogo's Dance Studio
SIGN UP FOR SUMMER DANCE CAMP!!!!
Sign Up for Movement to Music Summer Sessions. We will be
learning hip hop routines inspired by movies!!!
Session 1:  July 23-25
Ages 6-10: 5:30 - 6:30
Ages 11 and up: 6:30 - 7:30
Session 2:  Aug 6-8
Ages 6-10: 5:30 - 6:30
Ages 11 and up: 6:30 - 7:30
Price:  $40 for 1st Session, $20 for additional sessions
(can be combined with Ballet camps!)
Contact:  Michelle Harris
	Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/michelle.d.harris.923
	E-mail - mdobson07@yahoo.com
or Botofogo's Dance Studio
	Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/botofogos?fref=ts

Dance Around World Camp - Ages 3 to 6 - July 9 to 13

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Dance Around the World Camp July 9 - 13

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REGISTER BY JULY 4th.

Time: 9:00 to 12:30

Cost: $75 for new students. $50 for princess camp attendees.

Attire: Comfortable attire. Ballet or jazz shoes preferred.

Snacks will be provided.

Performance: There will be a short performance in the studio on Saturday at 11:30. Please make plans to attend and see what your princess has accomplished!

Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns.

Miss Alicia

434-294-3609

rudncr@gmail.com

 

THEME

Tuesday Brazil

Wednesday Russia

Thursday Ireland

Friday Bollywood

Saturday American Jazz

Sample Schedule for the day:

9:00 – 9:15 Circle Time/Share Time

9:15 to 9:30 Story Time

9:30 – 9:45 Stretch Time

9:45 – 10:15 Dance Time – Ballet/Jazz based

10:15 – 10:30 Snack Time

10:30 – 11:00 Dance Time – Theme of day based

11:00 – 11:15 Practice Performance

11:15 – 11:45 Craft Time

11:45 – 12:00 Watch cultural dances

12:00 – 12:15 Movement Games

12:15 – 12:30 Good-bye and clean up

Movement to Music - Summer Hip Hop Routines inspired by movies!

Sign Up for Movement to Music Summer Sessions. We will be learning hip hop routines inspired by movies!!! Message me if you are interested or have any questions!

Session 1: July 23-25
Ages 6-10: 5:30 - 6:30
11 and up: 6:30 - 7:30

Session 2: Aug 6-8
Ages 6-10: 5:30 - 6:30
11 and up: 6:30 - 7:30

Princess Camps Info - REGISTER IMMEDIATELY. SPACE IS LIMITED!

Attire: Your student may dress in either a princess outfit or normal dance attire.  Please make sure the students will be able to move, walk, run, or turn in the attire.  Please be sure to wear ballet slippers.

Snack: Please notice the snacks that will be provided.  We are trying to promote healthy snacks.  Water, milk, and apple juice will be provided.  If you feel your child will not like the snack, please send a snack to camp.

Performance: There will be a short performance in the studio on Saturday at 11:30.  Please make plans to attend and see what your princess has accomplished!

Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns.

Miss Alicia

434-294-3609

rudncr@gmail.com

 

                                             THEME                                               SNACK

Tuesday                              Cinderella                                          grapes/goldfish

Wednesday                        Rapunzel                                            muffins/yogurt

Thursday                             Snow White                                      apples/crackers/peanut butter

Friday                                  Sleeping Beauty                               pretzels/cheese

Saturday                             Swan Princess                                   popcorn/cupcakes

 

Sample Schedule for the day:

9:00 – 9:15          Circle Time/Share Time

9:15 to 9:30        Story Time

9:30 – 9:45          Stretch Time

9:45 – 10:15        Dance Time

10:15 – 10:30     Snack Time

10:30 – 11:00     Beauty Parlor

11:00 – 11:15     Practice Performance

11:15 – 11:45     Craft Time

11:45 – 12:00     Princess Movie

12:00 – 12:15     Movement Games

12:15 – 12:30     Good-bye and clean up

Relay for Life 2013 - 30 minutes of dancing fun:)

On Friday May 31st, students performed for 30 minutes at Relay for Life for entertainment.  The girls did a great job and really held the audiences attention.  We had a great time:) Glad we could participate!

Dancing Through Decades - AWESOME SHOW:)