This past weekend we hosted a party and sleepover for our competition teams.  We danced, we ate, we decorated flip flops, we even slept a little.  Even our Mini Team joined in the fun (though they went home before bed time).  We had a great time getting to know each other better and can’t wait to start our competition season in two weeks when we head down to St. George.  A huge thanks to our Level 5 girls, especially Jenna, for organizing such a fun night for everyone! Continue reading →

Dance Concepts students and their families are invited to attend this Friday’s University of Utah gymnastics meet – for free!  The Utes are hosting a Dance and Cheer Night March 9th at 7:00 pm.  You and your family can sit with University of Utah cheerleaders and dance team and cheer on the Ute gymnasts as they face Nebraska.  Just ask at the Dance Concepts front desk for your family’s free tickets.

PS-The whole family gets in free.  This is not a “kids free with paying adult” deal.

There is another great master class opportunity coming up on March 10th at the Marriot Center for Dance at the U of U!  Choreographer Lilian Manansala will be conducting the class. She has done choreography for Disney and ABC Family, so this is an exciting opportunity! Interested dancers should pre-register using the form below, or pick one up at the front desk.   Registration is $25 and dancers should be in level 4 or 5 Jazz. Don’t miss out! Continue reading →

Last weekend, Miss Erica had the opportunity to meet and get her picture taken with the famous Angelina Ballerina! Angelina Ballerina is an 8-year old mouse who loves to dance and perform.

At first I was a little nervous, meeting such a big celebrity, but Angelina was so really sweet and down to earth.  I don’t know how she does it but even after all of her success… with the book and the television contract… she’s still just your humble mouse next door.  -Erica Ethington Continue reading →

This week we sent off our entries for our competition in St. George.  Dances are looking good and costumes are starting to come in.  As we get ready to start into this year’s competition season, here’s a quick look at last years.

As a show geared towards entertaining children and families, Ririe Woodbury will be presenting Kaleidoscope this February.  They’ve given us this coupon to pass on to you so you and your dancer can enjoy the show.  The family ticket package is a great price.  Support our local performing artist and take your family out for a night on the town.  Continue reading →

The University of Utah’s ballet department is offering a Master Class with Johanna Butow.  Intermediate and advanced ballet dancers ages 12 and up are invited to attend.  We recommend dancers be in Levels 4 or 5 for this class.  This is a great opportunity for dancers to expose themselves to a different teacher and  different teaching style. Continue reading →

If you’re at Dance Concepts on Tuesday evenings you probably know Miss Alana.  Alana Ferguson teaches our First Steps, Petite Performers and Rising Stars.  Even if you don’t know her, the U’s Ballet Showcase is a great opportunity to get out and see some outstanding dancers.  Continue reading →

Competition team members, make sure you have your hotel reservations set for the season!

It is always fun to stay together with the group, but if you have another place available you are welcome to stay there.  Whatever your plans happen to be, make sure you have a room booked sooner rather than later as both of these cities will be quite full these weekends. Continue reading →