Southeast School of Dance

Costume Measurement Week
2017-11-13 - 2017-11-17
Please try to be present this week! Costume measurements will be taken in each class.

Diamond Team at Emerging Artist Choreographer Showcase
2017-11-17 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Community Theatre Greensboro, 520 S Elm Street, Greensboro, NC, 27406, United States
Please consider supporting our Diamond Team as the perform in the Emerging Artists Choreographer Showcase on Friday, November 17th at the Community Theatre Greensboro. Tickets are $12 advance (you can order by emailing seschoolofdance@gmail.com) or $15 at the door. Show starts at 6:30pm!

Closed-Thanksgiving Break
2017-11-21 - 2017-11-26
Happy Thanksgiving! We will be closed Tuesday-Saturday. Enjoy time with family and friends!

Town of Liberty Christmas Parade
2017-12-02 13:30 - 15:30 | Unnamed Venue, Liberty, NC, United States
Call Time: 1:45-2:00 PM
Parade Start Time: 2:30 PM
Meeting Place: Float and dancers/walkers will be lined up on Luther Avenue.
Float Riders Attire: SESD jacket (or v-neck shirt with a white undershirt, if needed), and plain black leggings. Festive accessories are permitted.
Dancers/Walkers Attire: SESD jacket (or v-neck shirt with a white undershirt, if needed), plain black leggings, and any color tennis shoes. White gloves/hat/etc. if desired. Parents/volunteers can wear jeans instead of leggings.
***Hair in a performance-ready ponytail—no bangs or fly-aways. SESD Bows are fine. Make up is optional for float riders/walkers, but Performance Team members should wear light stage make up/red lipstick.
Karate Students: SESD or Mike Carr Karate apparel; white or black accessories if needed. Girls please wear a pony tail.
***PLEASE be sure your little ones potty right before you arrive, as there aren’t usually bathrooms nearby.***

Town of Pleasant Garden Christmas Parade
2017-12-03 13:30 - 16:00 | Unnamed Venue, Pleasant Garden, NC, United States
Call Time: 1:30-1:45 PM
Parade Start Time: 3:00 PM (roads close at 2:00 PM)
Meeting Place: Former site of Hansen Brickyard at the intersection of PG Road and Forest Acres Circle (map posted in lobby and available HERE: PG PARADE MAP 2017)
Float Riders Attire: SESD jacket (or v-neck shirt with a white undershirt, if needed), and plain black leggings. Festive accessories are permitted.
Dancers/Walkers Attire: SESD jacket (or v-neck shirt with a white undershirt, if needed), plain black leggings, and any color tennis shoes. White gloves/hat/etc. if desired. Parents/volunteers can wear jeans instead of leggings.
***Hair in a performance-ready ponytail—no bangs or fly-aways. SESD Bows are fine. Make up is optional for float riders/walkers, but Performance Team members should wear light stage make up/red lipstick.
Karate Students: SESD or Mike Carr Karate apparel; white or black accessories if needed. Girls please wear a pony tail.
***PLEASE be sure your little ones potty right before you arrive, as there aren’t usually bathrooms nearby.***

Ballet 2, 3, & 4 Mid Term Evaluations
2017-12-04 17:00 - 21:00, 2017-12-05 17:00 - 21:00
Please arrive 5-10 minutes early and warm up, get ready for class in the lobby. We need every second of class to complete evaluations. Remember, class attire and professionalism in class is also noted.
Don’t forget to SMILE! 🙂 Evaluations should not be scary. They are an effective way for instructors, parents, and students to track progress and apply important corrections.

Karate Belt Testing
2017-12-07 17:45 - 20:15
Regular class time,; please arrive on time and in dress code.

Karate Graduation
2017-12-14 17:45 - 20:15
Regular class time; please arrive in dress code. Family and photos are welcome!

Closed-Christmas Break
2017-12-19 - 2018-01-01
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Studio and offices will be closed; enjoy time with family and friends!

Soloist Rehearsals
2017-12-19 17:30 - 20:30
Madison 4:30-5:30
Becca 5:30-6:30
Ashlyn, Jazmyn, Lainey 6:30-7:30
Christy 7:30-8:30

Classes Resume!
2018-01-02 16:00 - 17:30
Happy New Year! Classes resume today!

Soloist Rehearsals (With Understudies) AND Performance Team Rehearsal
2018-01-05 16:30 - 21:00
4:30-5:30 Molly (Understudy: Jazmyn)
5:30-7:20 PERFORMANCE TEAM
7:20-8:10 Lilly (Understudy: Lainey)
8:10-8:50 Maysen (Understudy: Logan)

Crazy Hair Week!
2018-01-08 17:00 - 2018-01-12 20:00
Braids, buns, ponytails…glitter, funky colors…what will you dream up??

Pink Week! (We Love SESD!)
2018-02-12 17:00 - 2018-02-16 20:00
In honor of Valentine’s Day, tell us why YOU love SESD! Incorporate pink, red, and hearts into your class this week. We’ll be sure to let you know why we love you, too!

Closed-Spring Break
2018-04-01 - 2018-04-08
Happy Easter! Studio and offices will be closed to celebrate the holiday and GCS spring break. Enjoy a week off!

Northern Arts Dance Picture Day & Showcase Meetings
2018-04-26 16:00 - 20:00
Picture day is always an exciting time! Northern Arts’ picture day is scheduled for Thursday, April 26th during your student’s regular class time.
Picture Day Expectations:

Dancers should arrive in costume, hair and makeup ready. Please wear a cover up over your costume, and never eat in costume.
Hair should be slicked back—no bangs or “fly-aways,” hair pieces attached.
No nail polish, please! “French tips,” nude, or clear polish is okay.
All dancers in level 1, and 2 need red lipstick for picture day and Spring Showcase. Bright lights wash out dancer’s faces.
Creative Movement and Foundations dancers are not required to wear lipstick, but do we suggest light pink gloss or lipstick.
Be sure to have the correct color tights; clean/no holes (hip hop students do not need tights).

Creative Movement:

Tights: Capezio, Pink
Shoes: Capezio “Lily,” Pink (no drawstring)

Foundations:

Tights: Capezio, Pink
Shoes: Capezio “Lily,” Pink (no drawstring)

Ballet/Jazz 1:

Tights: Capezio mesh, back-seam, Theatrical Pink
Shoes: Capezio “Lily,” Pink (no drawstring)
Jazz Tights: Capezio, Caramel
Jazz Shoes: Bloch style 449, Tan

Ballet/Jazz 2:

Ballet Tights: Capezio mesh, back-seam, Theatrical Pink
Ballet Shoes: So Danca, no drawstring
Jazz Tights: Capezio, Caramel
Jazz Shoes: Bloch style 449, Tan

Hip Hop: No tights, just your costume!

We ask that parents wait in the lobby while dancers are being photographed. We understand you are excited to see your dancer’s photos, but it can be a big distraction for students to see their parents watching. We promise to make sure every detail is perfect!

Showcase Meetings
We want you to feel as prepared as possible for our Showcase! Katherine will be present on April 26th to direct Picture Day events as well as conduct Showcase meetings during each class time. One parent/guardian is required to attend a showcase meeting. This is the perfect time to as any and all questions!
Information regarding tickets, Showcase themed apparel, bouquets, and DVDs will be sent in the next few months as plans are finalized with our vendors.
I am diligently working on planning this year’s show and making sure all information is up to date. If you would like to familiarize yourself with some of our Showcase expectations, click here!

Picture Day! (SESD)
2018-04-28 09:00 - 15:00
Picture Day is here again! Dancer expectations and information posted below schedule.
Picture Day Schedule—Saturday, April 28th
• 9:00-9:20 Creative Movement (Monday)…Pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair/bun
• 9:25-9:45 Creative Movement (Wednesday)…Pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair/ bun
• 9:45-10:10 Foundations… Pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair in a bun
• 10:10-10:20 Beginner Acro…No tights/footwear, high ponytail
• 10:20-10:40 Hip Hop 2…Black sneakers, high ponytail
• 10:40-11:00 Jazz/Tap 2…Caramel tights, tan tap shoes, high ponytail
• 11:00-11:10 Jazz/Tap 3…Caramel tights, tan jazz/tap shoes, high ponytail
• 11:10-11:20 Modern 2…Tan footless tights, “modern” shoes, hair in a bun
• 11:10-11:20 Hip Hop 3…Black dance team sneakers, high ponytail
• 11:20-11:35 Modern 3…Tan footless tights, “modern” shoes, hair in a bun
• 11:35-11:50 Praise…Pink tights, pink ballet slippers, bun
• 11:50-12:05 Jazz/Tap 4…Caramel tights, tan tap/jazz shoes, hair in a bun
• 12:05-12:15 Int/Adv Acro… Tan footless tights, high ponytail
• 12:15-1:00 LUNCH
• 1:00-1:20 Ballet/Tap/Jazz 1 (Tuesday) AND Soloist Molly Jordan…
o Pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair in a bun
• 1:20-1:40 Ballet/Tap/Jazz 1 (Thursday) AND Soloist Ashlyn Baysinger…
o Pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair in a bun
• 1:40-1:55 Ballet 4 ALL SOLOISTS
• 1:55-2:05 B/T/J 1 Thursday TAP GROUP/INDIVIDUALS & Tues INDIVIDUAL TAP ONLY
• 2:05-2:30 Ballet 2 AND Snow White/Christy…Pink tights, pink ballet slippers, hair/bun
• 2:30-2:40 Ballet 3 (Hunstmen)
• 2:40-2:50 Ballet 3/4 (Dwarves)
• 2:50-3:00 “Extra” Pieces (Solos, Duets, Trios)
Picture Day Preparedness/What To Expect…

Dancers should arrive in costume, hair and makeup ready. Please wear a cover up over your costume, and never eat in costume!
Please have correct brand and color tights and shoes. Our class attire requirements are listed in detail on our “Class Attire” section of our website.
Hair should be slicked back—no bangs or “fly-aways,” hair pieces attached.
No nail polish, please! “French tips,” nude, or clear polish is okay.
All dancers in level 1, 2, and 3 need red lipstick for picture day and Spring Showcase. Bright lights wash out dancer’s faces.

Creative Movement and Foundations dancers are not required to wear lipstick, but we suggest light pink gloss or lipstick if desired.
o Be sure to have the correct color tights; clean/no holes.
o Please tuck in ballet slipper strings!

Please arrive a few minutes before your scheduled time slot in case we are ahead of schedule.
We ask that parents wait in the lobby while your dancer is being photographed. We understand you are excited to see your dancer’s photos, but it can be a big distraction for students to see their parents watching. We promise to make sure every detail is perfect!
Studio A is our “picture studio.” Studio B is reserved for dancers who have multiple costumes and need to change. Students, siblings, and parents who are not assisting a dancer change should wait in the lobby. Dancers should get changed/ready as quickly as possible and act professionally while waiting. No acrobatics or dancing that could cause injury to yourself or another dancer please!

Order/Purchasing Information

*To eliminate confusion, please be select the correct class on order form.*
***Dancers in multiple classes: If ordering group or individual photos in different costumes/class, WE NEED A SEPARATE ORDER FORM FOR EACH CLASS/COSTUME.
Orders need to be placed and paid for before we can take an individual photo of your dancer (individual pictures are optional and only taken if ordered).
Order forms will be available in our lobby a few weeks prior to picture day; please feel free to pick one up and fill out in advance!
Cash, cards, and checks are accepted. Please remember to add sales tax: 6.75%

Picture day can be hectic; we truly appreciate your excitement, patience, positivity, and understanding! We LOVE seeing all the girls in their costumes—and lots of smiles!

Showcase Opening Number Rehearsal
2018-05-04 17:30 - 19:00, 2018-05-18 17:30 - 19:00, 2018-06-02 10:45 - 11:30 | Southeast School of Dance, 5315 Liberty Rd, Greensboro, NC, 27406, United States

End of Year Belt Testing
2018-05-10 17:00 - 20:00 | Southeast School of Dance, 5315 Liberty Rd, Greensboro, NC, 27406, United States
Belt testing in each Karate class. Please remember to arrive in dress code with your belt.

Graduation & Last Day of Spring KARATE Classes
2018-05-17 17:00 - 20:00
Graduation day during each Karate class. Hard work pays off! Families are invited to attend, picture are encouraged!

Ballet 2, 3, & 4 FINAL Evaluations
2018-05-21 17:00 - 2018-05-22 21:00
Please arrive 5-10 minutes early and warm up, get ready for class in the lobby. We need every second of class to complete evaluations. Remember, class attire and professionalism in class is also noted.
Dancers will be evaluated on technique, memory, performance in class as well as punctuality, class attire, and studio etiquette throughout the dance year. Final Evaluations include next years’ class placement.
SMILE! You worked hard all year, now it’s time to shine!

CLOSED--Happy Memorial Day!
2018-05-25 08:00 - 2018-05-28 17:00
Enjoy a long weekend!

Ballet Full Cast Rehearsal
2018-06-01 17:15 - 20:15 | Southeast School of Dance, 5315 Liberty Rd, Greensboro, NC, 27406, United States
5:45-8:15, studio will open at 5:15, we will begin promptly at 5:45.
Ballet/Tap/Jazz 1 (Tues and Thurs)…dismissed at 7:15
Ballet 2, Ballet 3, Ballet 4…dismissed at 8:15
*Northern Arts Ballet 2 5:45-8:15

Ballet Full Cast Rehearsal
2018-06-08 17:15 - 20:15 | Southeast School of Dance, 5315 Liberty Rd, Greensboro, NC, 27406, United States
5:45-8:15, studio will open at 5:15, we will begin promptly at 5:45.
Ballet/Tap/Jazz 1 (Tues and Thurs)…dismissed at 7:15
Ballet 2, Ballet 3, Ballet 4…dismissed at 8:15
*Foundations 5:45-6:45

Karate Summer Session Begins!
2018-06-14 17:45 - 18:30
Karate Summer Session: Thursdays, June 14th-July 26th
*NO CLASS July 5th*

2018 Spring Showcase!
2018-06-16 09:00 - 18:00 | Harrison Auditorium, 1009 Bluford Street, Greensboro, NC, 27401, United States
Dress Rehearsal Show 1 and Show 2: 9:30am-12:30pm

Please check in between 9:00-9:15, we will begin promptly at 9:30

Show 1 “The Magic Mirror”

2:00-3:00
SESD Classes: Creative Movement, Foundations, Ballet/Tap/Jazz 1, Ballet 2, Ballet 3, and Ballet 4
Northern Arts Classes: Creative Movement and Ballet/Jazz 2

Show 2 “Once Upon A Time

4:00-6:00
SESD Classes: Praise, Beginner Acro, Int/Adv Acro, Jazz/Tap 2-4, Modern 2-3, Hip Hop 2-3
Northern Arts Classes: Foundations, Ballet/Jazz 1, Ballet/Jazz 2, Hip Hop

Please remember that absolutely no recording or photography is permitted. This includes cameras, cell phones, iPads, or any other devices. This is a safety hazard for our performers. DVDs will be professionally recorded and available for purchase, and a professional photographer will be on site taking photos that we are happy to share with you.
NEW venue! The Harrison Auditorium at A&T University features a full stage including a marley dance floor topper, seating for 900 guests, and two dressing rooms. We are very excited about our new venue, and hope our dancers and guests enjoy all it has to offer!
Click here to view all Showcase Information including check in times, costume box information, attire, and more!

Last Week of Spring DANCE & ACRO Classes
2018-06-18 08:00 - 2018-06-22 17:00
