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Notes From the Director

Dancers must do more than just show up to every required class, although it is true that progress is made when you look at each and every class as an opportunity to grow and gain knowledge. nothing can stop a student that totally applies him or herself in every class they take. Stretch a little further, turn out a little more, make sure every sound is totally clear, and listen to every correction made to you and everybody else. You are the judge of your progress, you know inside where youre at and how hard you work. You also know what your strong points and weak points are. It is up to you to become the dancer you want to be, as teachers we can only share our knowledge and experience with you

Sometimes dancers will compare themselves to other dancers in the school or ask the question "how come he or she is doing this and Im doing that?". Please remember I have been doing this a long time and have been all over the world doing what we all love to do. I ask that you trust my judgment and my decisions as a professional and that you communicate with me and let me know how you feel. Involving third parties and discussing these matters amongst yourselves usually generates unnecessary chaos and can be avoided by coming directly to me or my designated leader with any concerns you may have. Dancers that complain about class being too easy or think there are favorites should be sure that they are emulating perfection before complaining to their parents and others. We are very aware of your dancing abilities and progression and do not play favorites. We make decisions based on professional experience and what is best for the Team. Dancers, ask yourself: "Who knows if my supporting leg is straight or your pass is turned out correctly or even if you lift your heels when you do a demi plie or not." A couple of things that will stunt your progress as a dancer include believing you are "too good" for a certain level class or piece of choreography and wanting to take certain classes because thats where your friends are. When you focus on these issues rather than perfecting that particular class then you are possibly dancing for the wrong reasons.

Dance is a very individual and focused activity. Each dancer progresses at his or her own rate and not their friends or neighbors rate. Students should be able to make progress no matter what level or who is in their class. Both dancers and parents must remember that no two dancers or children are the same. Many times two different dancers with the exact same training will not end up in the same place. This is the way life is in general and it is the same at any dancing school. For some people, dance may come easier, but this does not mean those who struggle a little harder wont make it. Sometimes the ones who struggle the most can be the most successful in the long run.

We acknowlege that your daughter/son would not be auditioning without understanding the opportunities they are given here at Broadway Dance. I will always determine the best approach for your daughter/son. I am always open to ideas and any comments. While the studio has only been in business for two years, I have been in this business since the age of 3. I knew I wanted to teach dance when I attended college, and also knew I wanted to dance professionally.

My dance teacher in High School told me "You will never make it as a professional dancer." You will not receive that type of negativity here at Broadway Dance. Im the perfect example that anything is possible. I received my BFA in Exercise Sports Science and a BFA in Dance. Upon completion of college it was time for me to conquer that professional dancing career. After I accomplished that, I had gained the confidence to even audition against 2000 dancers for The Radio City Rockettes. I was one out of three chosen from 2000. I encourage your children to take that information and "GO FOR IT"!! All it takes is determination and simple knowledge to make it in the entertainment world.

I want you to know that I do know the dance business and the technical aspect side so pleaselet me encourage your child in that light. I want to see motivated dancers and team players striving for excellence for the good of their team and their school. I encourage solo performances, they must understand that a team is a team and all rules apply to everyone. It doesnt matter if they can do fouettes and other teammates cant or if their kick technique is perfect and the others arent. Please understand that if they do not follow the rules they will suffer the consequences. We encourage a healthy attitude concerning competition and utilize it as a tool for education, rather than accolades. Each individual brings his or her own qualities and we develop from there. Dedication, determination, and an understanding of what hard work can accomplish are a few of the characteristics we make every effort to instill in every student.

Your children need to be encouraged both at home and at the studio. Parents of our Broadway Team dancers must be trusting of our school policies; positive and cooperative at all times.At Broadway Dance we are in the business of educating young people in the art of dance, and I promise you will be completely satisfied with their experience. We are very aware that dance competition, titles won and solos WILL NOT prepare a dancer for a professional career. Our focus is on creating a team player with solid technical, performance and mental skills needed for the professional world of dance. My professional history has definitely proved this to be true. Parents without a proper dance/exercise sports science/or anatomy education should never stretch their child, rehearse their child or critique their child's dance aesthetic technicalities. This may lead to injuries and unhappy dancers who tend to rebel in the long run. Rather than another dance teacher or dance critic, young dancers need their parent's love, support, encouragement and most importantly to keep everything in the proper perspective.

Im an enthusiast of supportive parents with great ideas, because who knows the student better than their parent? Im a highly qualified, experienced dancer, teacher, and role model so please let me do my job. I did not become a Radio City Rockette because my Father told me how to rehearse or stretch. I did it on my own, which was much more gratifying. I want you to be proud of your childs achievements and hard work, so give them your support, love and positive feed back as needed!