Congratulations to everyone who danced their hearts out last night!! I hope you enjoyed the show as much as I did!! I am super proud and cant wait to see you all during the week to hear all your stories. I would like to take this opportunity to thank again three dance club mom's, mairead, peggy and jenny, whom without their help in setting up the hall, their encouragement and constant statements of "Its going to be alright" I dont think there would have been a show at all! Thank You, thank you, thank you!
Now its time to get ready for show number two!!

SHOWCASE: LATEST NEWS & UPDATES

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DISCOUNT 2ND NIGHT  TICKETS:

If you son(s)/daughter(s) are performing on both show nights, you are eligible for the Discount 2nd Night Ticket. These tickets are available from the studio BEFORE the show dates and entitle family members to pay just 2 euro per person for the second night. Please note: this offer is not available at the door and must be purchased BEFORE the 29th May.

UNIFORM FOR HIRE

Any student who requires the dance club uniform for the show but does not have one (and does not want to use the ‘alternative’ suggestion) may hire the uniform items from the studio. These items will then be made available on the night of the show and MUST be returned at the end of the show. A total of 3 euro per item will be charged and MUST be paid before the night of the show. Please note all items of uniform are available from the studio for purchase.

DRESS REHEARSALS

The dress rehearsals take place in Fatima Hall in the afternoon before the show. To get to Fatima Hall: from Main street Wicklow: Turn up right at the town Hall (Billy Byrne Monument) and follow the road past Wicklow Gaol until you see a very large red building in front of you (Dominican convent). Drive through the gateway and turn left towards the red building (not towards organic farm shop). Park in the spaces provided and walk past the front entrance to the building and up the path in front of you to the large doors at the end of the path.

JEWELLRY & HAIR ACCESSORIES

Please leave ALL watches, earrings, necklaces, rings, hair bands, coloured clips at home. None of these items are permitted on stage/in the performance.

CLEAN & TIDY

Please make sure all uniform/costume items are clean, INCLUDING RUNNERS!!!!

RECESSION RAFFLE

There will be a raffle (and winners) on both show nights. Top prizes include a free TERM FOR THE 2010-2011 YEAR as well as uniform items and other items! WOW! J

HELP MEEEEE!

Any able bodied parents out there willing to lend a hand to put out chairs etc???? If you can spare an hour or two I (and my backstage crew) would really appreciate it! We desperately need bodies between 12 & 1pm on Saturday 29th May and after the show (approx 8-9pm) on Sunday 30th May. Thank you to all parents who have offered their support so far.

Also, does anyone want to set up & run a refreshments stand pre-show & at interval? Maybe a parent’s association raising funds?? Let me know ASAP in the studio or on 086 1738272.

ANY OTHER CONCERNS OR QUESTIONS? PLEASE SEE ME IN THE STUDIO OR TEXT 086 1738272. I WILL DO MY BEST TO COME UP WITH A SOLUTION (OR HEAR SUGGESTIONS).

 

  I have deliberated over the running order and scheduling of the showcases with a belief that I can find a running order that pleases each family & student. Unfortunately, I have regretfully been beaten into submission to admit that this is actually an impossible task. Therefore I am extremely apologetic if brothers, sisters or students of multiple classes are split across the two days!! Hopefully this will not ruin the enjoyment of 9 months hard work!!

With regards costumes, if there is a problem acquiring any item, please contact me to arrange an alternative. I have not charged students for costume hire, but hope they can use some of their own items of clothing to keep costs down.)

SHOW DETAILS: MONDAY HIP HOP GROUP 1

 

SHOW DAY: SUNDAY 30TH MAY, 6.30PM (Students arrive 5.30pm, doors open to public at 6pm)

 

DRESS REHEARSAL: SUNDAY 30TH MAY, 1PM-4PM (Please bring all costume items. Hair should be gelled/hair sprayed into a pony tail)

COSTUMES/ITEMS NEEDED: PREFFERED: Dance Club Hoodie, T-shirt & Track pants, white runners

                                           (ALTERNATIVE: Black t-shirt & pants, grey/black hoodie, any trainers)

 

            Bag with name on it; Hairbrush, bobbles & clips (same colour as hair), water, snack

 

 

SHOW DETAILS: MONDAY HIP HOP GROUP 2

SHOW DAY: Saturday 29TH MAY, 6.30PM (Students arrive 5.30pm, doors open to public at 6pm)

DRESS REHEARSAL: Saturday 29TH MAY, 1PM-4PM (Please bring all costume items. Hair should be      gelled/hair sprayed into a pony tail)

COSTUMES/ITEMS NEEDED: Black leggings, coloured tank vest or t-shirt (preferably no print), white runners/plimsoles

                                               

Bag with name on it; Hairbrush, bobbles & clips (same colour as hair), water, snack

 

 

SHOW DETAILS: MONDAY HIP HOP GROUP 3

SHOW DAY: Saturday 29TH MAY, 6.30PM (Students arrive 5.30pm, doors open to public at 6pm)

DRESS REHEARSAL: Saturday 29TH MAY, 1PM-4PM (Please bring all costume items. Hair should be gelled/hair sprayed into a pony tail)

COSTUMES/ITEMS NEEDED: Black leggings, white runners/plimsoles, Baggy tracksuit pants/combats, Baseball cap

                                               

Bag with name on it; Hairbrush, bobbles & clips (same colour as hair), water, snack

 

 

SHOW DETAILS: TUESDAY CHEERLEADING

SHOW DAY: Saturday 29TH MAY, 6.30PM (Students arrive 5.30pm, doors open to public at 6pm)

DRESS REHEARSAL: Saturday 29TH MAY, 1PM-4PM (Please bring all costume items. Hair should be gelled/hair sprayed into a pony tail)

COSTUMES/ITEMS NEEDED: Red Cheer Dress Uniform, Black leggings/shorts, white runners/plimsoles

                                    (Alternative to dress & shorts: red & white clothing)

                                               

Bag with name on it; Hairbrush, bobbles & clips (same colour as hair), water, snack

 

 

SHOW DETAILS: TUESDAY JAZZ AWARDS

SHOW DAY: SUNDAY 30TH MAY, 6.30PM (Students arrive 5.30pm, doors open to public at 6pm)

DRESS REHEARSAL: SUNDAY 30TH MAY, 1PM-4PM (Please bring all costume items. Hair should be  gelled/hair sprayed into a pony tail)

COSTUMES/ITEMS NEEDED: Black Leggings/jazz pants

            Bag with name on it; Hairbrush, bobbles & clips (same colour as hair), water, snack

 

 

SHOW DETAILS: TUESDAY HIP HOP GROUP 4

SHOW DAY: Saturday 29TH MAY, 6.30PM (Students arrive 5.30pm, doors open to public at 6pm)

DRESS REHEARSAL: Saturday 29TH MAY, 1PM-4PM (Please bring all costume items. Hair should be gelled/hair sprayed into a pony tail)

COSTUMES/ITEMS NEEDED: Pink/black/white shorts, black leggings, black tank vest, black/white plimsoles/runners; black jacket/blazer, black trousers

                                               

Bag with name on it; Hairbrush, bobbles & clips (same colour as hair), water, snack

 

SHOW DETAILS: WEDNESDAY HIP HOP GROUP 2

SHOW DAY: SUNDAY 30TH MAY, 6.30PM (Students arrive 5.30pm, doors open to public at 6pm)

DRESS REHEARSAL: SUNDAY 30TH MAY, 1PM-4PM (Please bring all costume items. Hair should be  gelled/hair sprayed into a pony tail)

COSTUMES/ITEMS NEEDED: Black Leggings, black tank vest

            Bag with name on it; Hairbrush, bobbles & clips (same colour as hair), water, snack

 

 

 

SHOW DETAILS: WEDNESDAY MUSICAL THEATRE

SHOW DAY: SUNDAY 30TH MAY, 6.30PM (Students arrive 5.30pm, doors open to public at 6pm)

DRESS REHEARSAL: SUNDAY 30TH MAY, 1PM-4PM (Please bring all costume items. Hair should be  gelled/hair sprayed into a pony tail)

COSTUMES/ITEMS NEEDED: Outfit 1: colourful clothing

                                               Outfit 2: red and white outfit

            Bag with name on it; Hairbrush, bobbles & clips (same colour as hair), water, snack

 

 

 

SHOW DETAILS: THURSDAY HIP HOP GROUP 1

SHOW DAY: Saturday 29TH MAY, 6.30PM (Students arrive 5.30pm, doors open to public at 6pm)

DRESS REHEARSAL: Saturday 29TH MAY, 1PM-4PM (Please bring all costume items. Hair should be gelled/hair sprayed into a pony tail)

COSTUMES/ITEMS NEEDED:  PREFFERED: Dance Club Hoodie, T-shirt & Track pants, white runners

                                           (ALTERNATIVE: Black t-shirt & pants, grey/black hoodie, any trainers)

 

Bag with name on it; Hairbrush, bobbles & clips (same colour as hair), water, snack

 

 

SHOW DETAILS: THURSDAY HIP HOP GROUP 2

SHOW DAY: SUNDAY 30TH MAY, 6.30PM (Students arrive 5.30pm, doors open to public at 6pm)

DRESS REHEARSAL: SUNDAY 30TH MAY, 1PM-4PM (Please bring all costume items. Hair should be  gelled/hair sprayed into a pony tail)

COSTUMES/ITEMS NEEDED:  Black Leggings, Black tank vest/leotard

            Bag with name on it; Hairbrush, bobbles & clips (same colour as hair), water, snack

 

 

SHOW DETAILS: THURSDAY HIP HOP GROUP 3

SHOW DAY: SUNDAY 30TH MAY, 6.30PM (Students arrive 5.30pm, doors open to public at 6pm)

DRESS REHEARSAL: SUNDAY 30TH MAY, 1PM-4PM (Please bring all costume items. Hair should be  gelled/hair sprayed into a pony tail)

COSTUMES/ITEMS NEEDED:  Black Leggings (everyone),

                                                Group 1: Jeans            Group 2: Baggy pants, Hoodie & baseball cap

            Bag with name on it; Hairbrush, bobbles & clips (same colour as hair), water, snack

 

 

 

SHOW DETAILS: FRIDAY CREATIVE DANCE

SHOW DAY: Saturday 29TH MAY, 6.30PM (Students arrive 5.30pm, doors open to public at 6pm)

DRESS REHEARSAL: Saturday 29TH MAY, 1PM-2PM (Please bring all costume items. Hair should be (girls) gelled/hair sprayed into a pony tail, (boys) clean & tidy)

COSTUMES/ITEMS NEEDED:  PREFFERED:  (girls) Dance Club T-shirt & black Leggings

                                                                     (boys) Dance club T-shirt & black/grey shorts/tracksuit bottoms

Bag with name on it; Hairbrush, bobbles & clips (same colour as hair), water, snack

NOTE: CREATIVE DANCE STUDENTS WILL NEED TO BE COLLECTED BY A PARENT/GUARDIAN AT THE INTERVAL OF THE SHOW, SO KEEP A SEAT/LAP FREE FOR THEM AND ENCOURAGE THEM TO ‘SIT QUIETLY’ SO AS NOT TO DISTRACT THE PERFORMERS OR AUDIENCE, OR GET IN THE WAY OF THE VIDEOGRAPHER. MANY THANKS!!!

 

 

SHOW DETAILS: FRIDAY BOYS HIP HOP

SHOW DAY: SUNDAY 30TH MAY, 6.30PM (Students arrive 5.30pm, doors open to public at 6pm)

DRESS REHEARSAL: SUNDAY 30TH MAY, 1PM-4PM (Please bring all costume items. Hair should be clean & tidy

COSTUMES/ITEMS NEEDED:   

                                                Dance 1: Jeans & Dance Club T-Shirt/Red t-shirt, Clean runners     

                                                Dance 2: Baggy pants/Combats, Hoodie/Baggy t-shirt

            Bag with name on it;  water, snack

 

 

SHOW DETAILS: FRIDAY GRADE 4 JAZZ

SHOW DAY: Saturday 29TH MAY, 6.30PM (Students arrive 5.30pm, doors open to public at 6pm)

DRESS REHEARSAL: Saturday 29TH MAY, 1PM-4PM (Please bring all costume items. Hair should be gelled/hair sprayed into a pony tail)

COSTUMES/ITEMS NEEDED:  Black Leggings, tanned tights

 

Bag with name on it; Hairbrush, bobbles & clips (same colour as hair), water, snack

 

 

SHOW DETAILS: SATURDAY CREATIVE DANCE.

SHOW DAY: Saturday 29TH MAY, 6.30PM (Students arrive 5.30pm, doors open to public at 6pm)

DRESS REHEARSAL: Saturday 29TH MAY, 1PM-2PM (Please bring all costume items. Hair should be (girls) gelled/hair sprayed into a pony tail, (boys) clean & tidy)

COSTUMES/ITEMS NEEDED:  PREFFERED:  (girls) Dance Club T-shirt & black Leggings

                                                                     (boys) Dance club T-shirt & black/grey shorts/tracksuit bottoms

Bag with name on it; Hairbrush, bobbles & clips (same colour as hair), water, snack

NOTE: CREATIVE DANCE STUDENTS WILL NEED TO BE COLLECTED BY A PARENT/GUARDIAN AT THE INTERVAL OF THE SHOW, SO KEEP A SEAT/LAP FREE FOR THEM AND ENCOURAGE THEM TO ‘SIT QUIETLY’ SO AS NOT TO DISTRACT THE PERFORMERS OR AUDIENCE, OR GET IN THE WAY OF THE VIDEOGRAPHER. MANY THANKS!!!

 

 

 

SHOW DETAILS: SATURDAY CREATIVE DANCE/GRADE 1

SHOW DAY: Saturday 29TH MAY, 6.30PM (Students arrive 5.30pm, doors open to public at 6pm)

DRESS REHEARSAL: Saturday 29TH MAY, 1PM-2PM (Please bring all costume items. Hair should be gelled/hair sprayed into a pony tail)

COSTUMES/ITEMS NEEDED:  PREFFERED:  Red Leotard & black Leggings

                                                                    

Bag with name on it; Hairbrush, bobbles & clips (same colour as hair), water, snack

NOTE: CREATIVE DANCE STUDENTS WILL NEED TO BE COLLECTED BY A PARENT/GUARDIAN AT THE INTERVAL OF THE SHOW, SO KEEP A SEAT/LAP FREE FOR THEM AND ENCOURAGE THEM TO ‘SIT QUIETLY’ SO AS NOT TO DISTRACT THE PERFORMERS OR AUDIENCE, OR GET IN THE WAY OF THE VIDEOGRAPHER. MANY THANKS!!!

 

 

SHOW DETAILS: SATURDAY GRADE 2 JAZZ

SHOW DAY: SUNDAY 30TH MAY, 6.30PM (Students arrive 5.30pm, doors open to public at 6pm)

DRESS REHEARSAL: SUNDAY 30TH MAY, 1PM-4PM (Please bring all costume items. Hair should be gelled/hair sprayed into a pony tail)

COSTUMES/ITEMS NEEDED:  Red leotard, black leggings

            Bag with name on it; Hairbrush, bobbles & clips (same colour as hair), water, snack

 

MAY NEWSLETTER

CHOREOGRAPHY COMPETITION

Congratulations to all students who took part in the 2010 choreography competition. I was super proud of the talent present in the school! I am currently running tutorials for all the winners on Wednesdays 5-6pm in preparation for the showcase.

SUPER TROOP

Auditions were held on 24th April and 9 successful dancers from across the age groups were chosen. We had our first rehearsal on 1st May and I am very excited with the progress so far. Thank you to all the dancers who attended the audition, I was really impressed with the standard of dancing on the day – definitely made the decision-making process VERY difficult!

SUMMER CAMP

The Summer dance camp info is now available on the website www.fyidanceclub.com. 10% off if booked before June 20th.

WORKS ON THE SOUTH QUAY

 I’m sure we’re all well aware of the works taking place on the south quay. Unfortunately I have not been informed on the details of the works, but I am doing my best to find out. Parking will be restricted for up to 5 months (as I have just found out) so please allow for these extra delays. There is also talk of having a contra-flow or one-way-system put in place!!! I am advising all students to remain inside the building until they are collected, and encouraging as many students as possible to walk from school/home where possible.

THE SHOWCASE

The countdown is on! Just 4 weeks remain until the end-of-year showcase! Just a reminder, the showcase will take place on the evenings of the 29th & 30th May 2010 in Fatima Hall, Dominican convent School, Wicklow Town. Students will be notified next week which day they will be performing on. Please be prepared to give up a full day for dress rehearsals on the day of the show. Tickets will be available at the door at price €8 for adults and €5 for students/OAPs. I am hoping to start the show at 6.30pm (doors open 6pm)to accommodate our younger students. Each show should last approximately 90 minutes which includes a short interval. Students and family members are welcome to watch both shows as the content will differ between the shows. The show will also be recorded and DVDs will be available to order on the night and will need to be paid for upfront. In past years we have been charged €20 per DVD, though I am shopping around for a better deal.

COSTUMES

Costume fittings will take place the week of the 10th May so I urge each student to attend (all) classes to insure they are fully prepared for the show. Here’s hoping this will be the best show yet!! Each student will receive a note that week stating which costume items they will need to bring themselves on the night. Make sure all items are named and in a bag, which should also be named. Oh, and keep practising those winning smiles!!!!

VOCAL COACH & ADULT DANCERCISE

Thanks to Lisa Shane for all her work with the Musical Theatre class. Sounding good so far!! Dancercise classes will continue to run throughout the summer holidays. Keep an eye on the web for new days added!