LACHSA Dance 2016-2017

“We are never more truly and profoundly human than when we dance” Overview Structured on a four-year foundation of ballet and modern dance conservatory-style program, the LACHSA dance program transforms young dancers into powerful and expressive artists with the skills and versatility to perform in any dance genre. They learn to appreciate and care for their bodies though proper conditioning, dance technique, rest and nutrition. As they study and perform the works of master choreographers, they learn about the times and cultures from which those works arose. Taught by a faculty of professional dancers, every dance class gives students the opportunity to develop keen kinesthetic awareness and strong movement communication skills. “We are never more truly and profoundly human than when we dance” - José Limón

Forthrightness Art at the highest level Mentorships To my dancers, teachers, parents and LACHSA family: F A M I L Y Forthrightness Art at the highest level Mentorships Integrity Love and longevity Yes! Cynthia Morales, Dance department Chair

Own it! Move!! Enjoy!!

Welcome to new dance students, new department chair and new teachers! Dance Department Chair: Mrs. Morales Teachers: Loic Noisette Hai Cohen Erica Robsen Robyn Gardenhire Yuka Fukuda Welcome back esteemed dance department teachers! Fiona Lummis Anindo Marshall Wendy Lawson Liezel Marie Cindy Ricalde Alexa Kershner Julie Friedrich Asha di Ningrat   We will greatly miss our cherished teacher, Don Martin! We look forward to his guest teaching and setting works at LACHSA Dance!

LACHSA Dance Dept. Weekly Schedule, 2016-2017

Dance Dress Code Additions 2016-17 Please see student handbook for existing dress code New color options for class levels!   Girls- CLASS COLORS FOR LEOTARDS: FRESHMEN- GREEN SOPHOMORES- BLUE JUNIORS- BURGUNDY/RED SENIORS- CHOICE/solid Black leotards are always an option for any grade. Ballet skirts must be a solid color – black or class color. FRIDAYS Leotard choice/solid colors FORM-FITTING warm-ups are acceptable. NO SHORTS, HOODIES, OR HATS at anytime. NO PATTERNS OR LOGOS to be worn at anytime. Be prepared with footwear and dance wear appropriate for all/any class. * See Mrs. Morales if support is needed.  Boys – standard black tights and white T-shirt (Possible option for class color T-shirt depends on teacher preference).

Welcome to LACHSA Dance 2016 – 2017!   Share your LOVE of DANCE with inspirational dance teachers in challenging daily classes ranging from Dunham, Modern, Hip Hop, Ballet, Jazz, Flamenco, Dance Composition and more! Enjoy learning about dance history, anatomy, injury prevention Learn repertory from diverse styles of dance Take master classes from esteemed professional guest artists Performance opportunities in house and in concert venues

Some things to look forward to this school year: