Upcoming Events and Performances

Please mark you calendars with the following dates.
There is always that possibility that something might change.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

-MASTER CLASSES-
Check out the list of teachers we have lined up for the 2008/2009 season! We are so excited to have them at our studio. More registration info to come soon.

Bruce Campbell
September 13, 2008
Jazz Master Classes

Tap Master Classes
Michelle Miner
October 11 th, 2008

Michelle has trained with such tap masters as Brenda Buffalino,Mike Minery, Sam Weber, and the late Gregory Hines. She aslo was heavily involved with acting and theater since she was 8 years old, and is a three time national "choreographer of the year" award winner.
Her national award winning dances can be seen on ESPN and in magazines such as "Dance","Dance Spirit", and "Dance Teacher".She directed and choreographed the sold out show "Beat It Down" which starred dancers from Tap Dogs, Magic of the Dance, and 42nd St. Michelle has judged numerous dance competitions across the country

Jazz Master Classes
Dennis Caspary
Oct 25 th, 2008

Dennis’ physical and high-energy teaching approach has made him a class favorite for many years. He has appeared on television, in film, and in theater, working with such entertainers as Olivia Newton John, Paula Abdul, The Beach Boys, and on projects with the director of High School Musical, Kenny Ortega. Some of his television credits include Full House, Head of the Class, and Coach. His commercial credits include Coke, Pepsi, Levi’s, Sears, McDonalds and many more.
Dennis has been the guest choreographer for the LA Laker Girls, the Clipper Girls, The SF 49er Gold Rush and has won acclaim worldwide for his unique choreography. In June 2003, Dennis launched his own annual Jazz/Hip-Hop intensive 2 Days in OC, which has been an overwhelming success in each of its 4 years. This year, Dennis will continue with 2 Days in OC, and will be introducing his first annual 2 Days in NC, further extending his creative influence on young dancers. the

Tap Master Classes
Donavan Helma
November 14 th, 2008

Since the age of three, Donovan Helma has been dancing under the direction of his mother's dance studio in Denver, CO. Before the age of 17, Donovan had studied with many tap legends including Savion Glover, Robert Reed, and Henry Le Tang, just to name a few. He currently continues his education in New York City. When he is not taking class or performing, Donovan teaches for numerous studios and national conventions all across the United States. Currently he is on staff with Tap the Map! Some recent works include General Motors and Charles Schwab industrials along with Monday Night Football half time show with Big Bad Voodoo Daddy. He has recently performed for Montreal's Danse Encore International Festival in a production by Tap'd Out. In 2004 and 2006 Donovan toured and performed with the national cast of Tap Dogs. Donovan looks forward to continuing his performing career and inspiring students nationwide.