Tuesday, November 30, 2010

Congratulations!

Congrats to Manny, Russel, Andrew, Ryan and Sunny!  They won 2nd place at this year's EVOLUTION Dance Competition at Lord Tweedsmuir!  They were up against over 10 very talented teams!  Great job guys!  More good stuff to come!  Come out and support PR Dance Teams at our next competition . . . BREAKOUT, Saturday, Jan.15th.  See Ms. B for tickets

BIG RIDGE BOWL (Basketball)

The dance classes have been invited to perform during half time of 2 games this Thursday, Dec.2nd.

Times are as follows . . . (please meet in the dance studio first and then we will walk down to the gym together)
                          Period 3 (11:55-12:15pm) Grade 8/9 & 9/10 Dance Class
                                         Be ready and in the dance studio by the last bell of lunch

                          Period 4 (1:45-2pm) Grade 11/12 Dance Class
                                         Dressed and ready to go right at the start of period 4

Please dont forget your costumes!  And dont be late!!!!!!!!  :)

    Monday, November 22, 2010

    HIGH SCHOOL HIGH Dance Competition

    High School High

    Check out the trailer!

    High School High Trailer

    High School Dance Groups share their talent and passion with other dancers from all over B.C at the most exciting HIGH SCHOOL Hip Hop Dance Competition of the year! Our Second Annual HIGH SCHOOL HIGH will be held at the state of the art River Rock Show Theatre in Richmond B.C. on February 26th 2011.  Last year’s competition was remarkable! There were 15 High Schools, 25 teams and over 300
    fantastic performers who had the chance to perform on River Rock Theatre stage; join in the workshop
    with the professional choreographer; watch guest performances, meet, watch and learn from other
    performers; and take home prizes and scholarships!

    Dear Administration and Staff, Parents, Dance Teachers, Leaders and Captains,

    GREAT NEWS!!

    HIGH SCHOOL HIGH

    Hip Hop Dance Competition 2011

     Saturday, February 26th at 11:00 A.M.

    New Prices for HIGH SCHOOL HIGH!!

    Don't Miss out on Discounts before Dec 1st

    HIGH SCHOOL HIGH HIP HOP DANCE Competition 2011           

    At the State of the Art River Rock Theatre in Richmond: VERY ACCESSIBLE!

    At the Canada Line Bridgeport Station  8811 River Road, Richmond B.C.

    NEW PRICES:  Include guest performances, workshop and watching the show!

    $50.00 competition fee for up to 5 members

    $100.00 for up to 10 members and $10.00 for each additional member.

    After December 1st, competitor fee is $15.00 per person.

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    Important Dates for HIGH SCHOOL HIGH 2011:

    December 1st, 2010; Discounted Registration deadline

    February 1st, 2011; Final Registration and Payment deadline

    February 22nd, 2011; Submit music

    February 26th, 2011 at 11:00 A.M. HIGH SCHOOL HIGH!

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    It is your turn to let this year's event be one of your most memorable High School Experiences: share your talent and passion with dancers from all over B.C.!

     HIGH SCHOOL HIGH is…

    - A wonderful Hip Hop Dance Competition for High School and   Middle School  students organized by A Star Productions

    - Chance to perform at the State of the Art River Rock Show Theatre

    - Dance workshop with professional choreographer

    - Guest Performance Showcase

    - Watch, meet and be inspired by other performers

    -Scholarships, Prizes and lots more!!!

    Experience the Energy at HIGH SCHOOL HIGH!

    "…wonderful and well-organized dance competition…dancers LOVE their prizes!"

    "…my students had the time of their lives…I really liked how they got to do a little dance workshop at the end…it helped to break down…barriers between the dance groups"

    "High School High was a huge moment for our junior dance team! They're still riding a high from the chance to dance on the big stage and are adoring the gorgeous trophy-- nice touch! The whole event was top rate, from the MCs to the judges to the venue"
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    HIGH SCHOOL HIGH Audience Ticket $10 each!

    This dance competition is more than just a competition; it is a great opportunity to show what you love to your family and friends!! Post-Show Prizes for the most Vocally Expressive Supporters!

    Audience tickets will sell out! Get your ticket in advance!

    Invitations to your School Community will be sent out upon Registration.

    $15 At the door                                 

    Wanna dance with other school dance teams?    Yes!

    Your team can be comprised of students representing a few schools at  once.  Enter  Open Category.

    Not Old Enough to Compete? Not Dancers? No Problem!

    Cheer on the HSH teams for only $10.00

    HIGH SCHOOL HIGH 2009 & 2010 DVD's available!  Contact us at the numbers below!

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    A Star Productions has been working closely with school boards and schools for many years and our events have been highly acclaimed to motivate, inspire and educate students .

     A Field Trip Opportunity to see a great show! HIGH SCHOOL HIGH 2011

    Last year we had the pleasure of having students from Xit'olacw Community School come all the way from Mount Currie (near Whistler) B.C. to be inspired by HSH 2010!

     After watching HSH and taking our workshop they said:

    The kids were amazing!!! … (We) have decided to create a Hip Hop club for after school.  We are working on how to hip hoppize their traditional moves. You guys made a difference!!!  I have a sneaking suspicion this is just the beginning of a beautiful relationship between Xit'olacw and A Star!"

    Please let us know whether or not you are planning to attend by emailing or calling us at the numbers below!

    Contact us about further discounts to bring your class to see the show!!

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    Join our HIGH SCHOOL HIGH Facebook group  through the A Star Studio Facebook Page: [ http://www.facebook.com/ ]http://www.facebook.com/#!/AStarStudio   All A Star Event information for HIGH SCHOOL HIGH: Freestyle Fridays; Youth Street Dance Council; Set it Off; A Star Talent Sign up and Auditions; Pro D Day; Ground Zero will be available through the A Star Studio Facebook Page.  

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    Freestyle Fridays

    A Star hosts Drop in Hip Hop classes with Vancouver's Best Teachers and Mentors followed by practicing with these great mentors from 9 on!! Dancers of all ages learn the latest styles of hip hop with DJs spinnin’ the tracks.

    Teach your Choreography at Freestyle Fridays! A Star Mentorship Program:                                        Students are practicing their teaching skills and bringing their classmates and friends for a fun filled evening of dance and instruction!

    Youth Street Dance Council!

    Join other Street Dancers, from all over the lower mainland and share your ideas, create opportunities and be mentored by the best teachers. Everyone over Grade 10 is welcome! Connect with others who share your passion for Dance and be a part of networking school dance teams with each other and to Professional Crews within the industry, and more!

    For more info about teaching and sharing ideas with classmates and others at Freestyle Fridays and to reserve your spot to teach; or if you would like to learn more or join our YSDC, Youth Street Dance Council please contact us at the numbers below!

     Looking forward to hearing from you soon!

     Sincerely,

    Anita Perel-Panar M. A., Jheric Hizon
    A Star Productions
    Artistic Directors
    604 266-3053/604 805-0558
    [ mailto:astarstudio@gmail.com ]astarstudio@gmail.com
    [ http://www.astarstudio.com ]www.astarstudio.com

    Jheric Hizon Considered by many as a pioneer in the Vancouver street dance scene, Jheric maintains a hectic schedule as an international dance instructor, choreographer, adjudicator and performer. He recently choreographed and performed in the Olympics 2010 Closing Ceremonies. He has also appeared in several television shows, commercials, documentaries and feature films. Along with his choreographing and performing career, he’s had the privilege of judging and teaching over 30,000 dancers across North America and Southeast Asia at dozens of dance studios, conventions and competitions. Jheric specializes in Hip Hop and Breaking. He’s also been trained in Pop, Lock, House, Street Jazz, Acro and is currently being trained in Modern and West Coast Swing.

      Anita Perel-Panar M.A. has been an educator for over 30 years. She has a Master of Arts degree in Drama Education, focusing on the development of artistic potential; a Bachelor of Arts degree in English & Music, and extensive training in Ballet and other forms of dance. Anita's passion for the arts coupled with her love for teaching has led her to establish A Star Studio for Performing & Fine Arts.

    Through A Star classes and workshops, both in the studio and in the schools, and through competitions and performances like High School High and Set It Off , A Star Productions inspires, motivates and brings together communities to share in the passion and joy of the arts.

    BREAKOUT DANCE COMPETITION (Mandatory for all dance classes)

    BREAKOUT 2011
     
    NORTH SURREY SECONDARY HOSTS THE 3RD ANNUAL DANCE COMPETITION
     
    DATE: SATURDAY, JANUARY 15TH, 2011

    PLACE: NORTH SURREY SECONDARY GYMNASIUM
    15945- 96TH Avenue
    Surrey, B.C.

    TIME: SHOW TIME @ 2 PM
    DOORS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC @ 1:30 PM

    Dancer registration should begin around 10:30 AM (depends on number of entries).
    Timed rehearsal on stage should begin at 10:45 am and must end at 1:20pm.
    Each school will get their own registration time. Schedule will be sent later.

    GENERAL ADMISSSION:

    ADVANCE TICKETS ARE $10.00 (should be available in December)
    TICKETS AT THE DOOR: $15.00 (unless all tickets sold during advance ticket sales)

    CONTACT: FOR GENERAL INFORMATION REGARDING THE COMPETITION
    PLEASE E-MAIL OR PHONE: Shirley Clements
    Email: clements_s@sd36.bc.ca
    Telephone: 604 581-4433              604 581-4433

    REGISTRATION FEES:

    $ 125 PER TEAM
    $ 100 FOR SECOND TEAM or CLASS
    $ 75.00 FOR THIRD TEAM OR CLASS

    SMALL TEAM CATEGORY (2 to 6 dancers)
    @ $10 PER DANCER. Please see next page.

    BREAK DANCE BATTLE @ $10 per Breaker

    We would like a. maximum 2.5 hour show with 1/2 hour for awards.
    So we will fill teams, classes & breakers first. Then, if there is room add small teams.

    ALL LARGE TEAMS AND BREAK DANCE ROUTINES ARE 3 MINUTES
    SMALL TEAMS ARE 2.5 MINUTES??? Not sure about this.. checking FRIDAY

    DEDUCTIONS WILL BE MADE IF OVERTIME NO EXCEPTIONS

    DIVISIONS:
    1) JR STREET DANCE TEAM          2) SR STREET DANCE TEAM
    (includes elements of hip-hop, street jazz, pop & lock, break, etc.)

    3) JR OPEN TEAM          4) SR OPEN TEAM
    (should exclude street dance elements above)

    5) JR CLASS (Gr.8,9)     6) INTERM. CLASS (Gr.9,10)      7) SR CLASS (Gr.11,12)
    (any style) (any style) (any style)

    8) JR BREAKDANCE (min.3 dancers)         9) SR BREAKDANCE (min.3 dancers)
    (must be choreographed routine with elements of break including top rock, low rock, pop & lock, power moves etc.)

    10) JR SMALL TEAM (2 to 6)      10) SR SMALL TEAM (2 to 6)
    (street dance, hip-hop, street jazz, break, etc.)

    11. BREAK DANCE BATTLE
    You may register your students for the battle at the end. If a school has
    six members that counts for a team. Other schools may combine to make a six member team. Each member must perform 2 runs.

    GENERAL RULES OF THE COMPETITION:
    All dancers must be from the same school. Teams and classes must have a minimum of 8 dancers; breakers must have a minimum of 3, small teams 2 to 6 dancers if we go ahead.
    Junior dancers may dance with seniors, but senior dancers cannot dance with juniors.
    Schools may NOT enter more than 2 groups in a division.

    All music must be edited for profanities or deductions will be severe.
    NEW THIS YEAR: music must be brought to the computer tech right before your run-through on stage. Once your music is loaded, your CD (with school name and division) will act as back-up. If you have more than one entry, all songs can be on one CD in order of the program.

    Costumes must be audience-appropriate or marks will be deducted. This is a family show so moves should be respectful of the audience. Judges will deduct for bad taste.

    Awards will be given up to 6th place in every category. 1st to 3rd place receive large team ribbons and individual ribbons. 4 to 6th place receive individual ribbons only.

    P.S. PLEASE PICK UP YOUR SCORE SHEETS AT THE END OF COMPETITION.

    BREAKOUT 2011 REGISTRATION FORM
    PLEASE REMEMBER WE NEED TWO FORMS FOR REGISTRATION

    1. We need a school roster in alpha order of all your team members and coaches for the registration desk. You are allowed 1 teacher and 2 coaches per school.
    Please total the number of students you will bring to the event at the bottom.

    2. We need a list of team members in EACH CATEGORY with their grade.
    This list is used on envelopes for awards and ribbons.

    Please email these forms back to clements_s@sd36.bc.ca_

    THE MAGIC NUMBER IS 45 NUMBERS BECAUSE WE HAVE THE BREAK DANCE BATTLE AND SOME SPECIAL GUESTS. THEREFORE IF YOU WANT TO BE INCLUDED IN THIS EVENT PLEASE REGISTER EARLY. RECEIVING YOUR PAYMENT WILL GUARANTEE YOUR SPOT.

    BEST STUDENT CHOREOGRAPHY AWARD

    If any of your numbers are choreographed entirely by a student or students attending your school please indicate this on your registration form. Put the choreographers’ name(s) and grade beside the entry. These students will be recognized in the program and there will be an award for best junior and senior choreographer at the end of the show.

    Wednesday, November 17, 2010

    December Events!!!

     Monday, Nov. 29th:  Project Soul Dance Crew:  period 1 in the theatre
    (all dance classes and teams)

    Thursday, Dec 2nd:  classes and teams performing at a major basketball event at our school

    Monday, Dec.13th:  Spirit assemblies (junior and senior)

    Tuesday, Dec.14th:  Henry Bose Elementary Show 1pm-2:40pm
    (all dance classes and teams)

    Thursday, Dec.16th:  Panorama Ridge End of Semester Dance Showcase/Christmas Show
    (Dress rehearal @3pm, doors open at 6:45pm, show at 7pm)

    Friday, Dec.17th:  Xmas party/wrap up!!!

    Monday, November 8, 2010

    Industry Dance Magazine

    stay up to date on the Vancouver dance scene . . . posts about audtions, casting calls, workshops, travel opportunies, choreographers, performers, dance events, dance schools, teachers, future talents, etc.

    Friday, November 5, 2010

    Triple Threat Dance Convention!

    Nov. 26th and 27th at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in downtown Vancouver

    this is a 2 day weekend dance convention offering classes in all dance styles with industry professionals and many teachers from SYTYCD!  Several students and myself are attending from Panorama.  If anyone is interested click on the link below.
    Triple Threat Dance Convention
    http://www.triplethreatdance.com/

    Thursday, November 4, 2010

    PR Dance Wear!

    I am sending the last order in by Wednesday, Nov. 11! 
    Prices have gone up slightly (world-wide cotton shortage!)
    Please see me for order forms . . . anyone is welcome to buy the clothing.
    This will be your last chance untill next semester!
    PR Dance represent!!!!!!!!!!!

    EVOLUTION Dance Competition

    Saturday, Nov. 27th and Lord Tweedsmuir Sec.

    6151-180th Street, Surrey, B.C. V3S 4L5  Phone: 604-574-7407 

    Door Open at 5pm, show at 5:30pm

    Our very own Quadrasaurus Dance Team will be competing! 
    Come out and support your Panorama dancers! 
    Tickets are available for $10 from Ms. B
    Or $15 at the door
    (the show sells out, so be sure to reserve your tickets soon!)

    See ya there!  Good luck boys :)

    WELCOME!

    Welcome to the official site for the Panorama Ridge Secondary Dance Program.  Please see pages for information about dance classes, dance teams, important events, notices home to parents, photos, videos and more!  The home page will act as an up to date newsfeed about annoucements, events, changes to practices, etc.