Category: Performances

5 Tips for Preparing Your Dancer for The Show

6/8/2016

Every parent wants to see their child sparkle in the spotlight, here's some quick tips:

Maintain excellent attendance. Class time is when children learn both dance technique (which turns their steps into polished looking movement) and rehearsal of their dance, their entrance, exit, and final bow for the end of the show. While the late spring and early summer is filled with fun family events and occasional absences are sometimes unavoidable, practicing at home can really help keep your dancer feeling confident.

Take advantage of the resources! We've loaded most pre-school dances to the Customer Portal so you can download and have your child practice the dance at home. If you have questions, ask the Dance Teacher.

Talk to your child about the show, and remember to reinforce what their Dance Teachers tell them: Smile naturally and look at the audience (not at the floor), If you make a mistake - just keep dancing, and Do your Best! No matter what happens, the show is just one day - they should be proud of all that they have learned from the names of steps, to increased coordination or flexibility.

Don't put all the pressure on one day - reduce stress on your dancer. Children learn and grow by repetition and refinement of their skills, while a show is an exciting time for families and friends, it can be frightening for dancers young and old. Performances are part of the learning process that teaches children about overcoming fears of being in front of a crowd, staying calm, teamwork with their fellow dancers, theater etiquette when backstage, and the joy of sharing their talents with others.

Keep your dancer healthy. Make sure your dancer gets plenty of sleep, stays hydrated and has a great breakfast the day of the show. Be sure to include a protein and fruit or veggie which will calm the jitters and keep the stomach settled all show long.

Student Dance Company

5/16/2013

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From January 2011 through June 2013, dedicated dancers ages 7 and older attended weekly rehearsals in addition to their technique classes each week. The company members performede for the community and enjoyd dancing and making new friends. Here's a few highlights of their performances:

May 2013 Somerset Patriots in Bridgewater
April 2013 Willow Creek Rehab & Care
December 2012 2nd Annual Christmas Show
June 2012 3rd Annual Dance Show
May 2012 Somerset Patriots in Bridgewater
December 2011 Christmas Show
May 2011 Somerset Patriots in Bridgewater
March 2011 Talent Night at Six Mile Run Church

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Dancers Wow Patriots Fans in Opening Show

12/31/2012

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The Somerset Patriots hosted dance teams from the area as its pre-game entertainment Thursday, as five different schools brought teams to showcase their talent.

The Lois Allen School of Dance, in Bridgewater; Modern Motion Dance School, in Somerset; Kelsea’s Performing Arts Center (K-PAC), in Warren; Destined to Dance, in Middlesex; and Middlesex Academy of Dance, in Milltown, all put on outstanding performances before the actual game began.

http://bridgewater.patch.com/articles/dancers-wow-patriots-fans-in-opening-show#photo-6043865

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5 Tips for Preparing Your Dancer for The Show

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Dancers Wow Patriots Fans in Opening Show

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5 Tips for Preparing Your Dancer for The Show

Student Dance Company

Dancers Wow Patriots Fans in Opening Show

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1 Railroad AvenueSomerset, NJ 08873732-658-0301Sunday - ClosedMonday - 5:30 PM-8:30 PMTuesday - 4:45 PM- 8:30 PMWednesday - 4:45 PM-8:30 PMThursday - 5:15 PM-8:30 PMFriday - Closed Saturday - 9:00 AM-12:00 PM

1 Railroad Avenue
Somerset, NJ 08873
732-658-0301

Sunday - Closed
Monday - 5:30 PM-8:30 PM
Tuesday - 4:45 PM- 8:30 PM
Wednesday - 4:45 PM-8:30 PM
Thursday - 5:15 PM-8:30 PM
Friday - Closed
Saturday - 9:00 AM-12:00 PM