1. June 4, 2016 3 pm Westfield High School Auditorium

2. This year’s showcase theme will focus on history, music, and dances of the past and present. Please note that we will update this packet by the 1 st of March

3. MARK YOUR CALENDAR (important dates!) We do not close for spring break. We will close on May 30 th for Memorial Day. April 29 th VOLUME LIVE SHOWCASE PREVIEW May 5 th, 2016 Advertising forms are due May 27 th, 2016 Picture Day at Volume 6-9 pm (picture times will be assigned once show script is finalized) May 31st-June 3rd 2016 (all days are mandatory for those who are in the showcase. You and your child may have to attend more than one day during dress rehearsal week). Dress rehearsal week May 31 st -1940 and 1950 6-8 pm June 1 st -1960 and 1970 6-8 pm June 2 nd -1980 and 1990 6-8 pm June 3 rd -2000’s 6-8 pm June 4 th, 2016 Dance Through the Decades Westfield High School All dancers report at noon/show time is 3 pm

4. Absences Dancers must attend 80% of dance classes to participate in the showcase. Please email (volumedance@yahoo.com) or call if your child is going to be absent or has to leave class early. If your child exceeds the number of absences and would like to participate in the showcase, a private lesson(s) should be scheduled with instructor before the dress rehearsal.

5. Class Courtesy and Observation Days If your child is late to class, please get them completely dressed and stop by the front desk before taking them to the classroom. PLEASE DO NOT OPEN THE STUDIO DOOR WHILE CLASS IS IN SESSION. A MEMBER OF OUR STAFF WILL ESCORT YOUR CHILD INTO CLASS. A dress code is required for each class. If you have questions about the dress code, please visit the web for a detailed explanation of what your child should wear during class. Observation weeks February 29 th -March 5 th March 27 th -April 1 st April 24 th -30 th There will be no observations in May.

6. Important Costume Notes!!! Costumes have been ordered and will arrive by the end of April/early May. When costumes arrive, students will be asked to try them on for their teacher. If costumes do not fit, they will be shipped back and exchanged for the correct size. Once the costume has been taken home, it cannot be exchanged or returned. Shoes are not included in the costume fee and need to purchased as soon as possible. (please see class description for details). For an example of what the shoe looks like, stop by the desk or ask your teacher.

7. Picture Day!—MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Picture Day is Friday, May 27 th, 2016 at Volume Performance Center. Picture blocks will be assigned to each class. For your convenience, we will try to arrange pictures so your child will be present in one block of time. The photographer will be present to answer any questions you have.

8. SHOWCASE PREVIEW—MARK YOUR CALENDAR Volume Live! is our showcase preview. It will be held at Volume Performance Center. The cost is $5 for non members. There is no cost for Volume mothers, fathers, brothers, and sisters. Volume Live will be held April 29 th. This showcase is informal and we will not change costumes. What to wear to Volume Live!: Please purchase a pair of black jazz pants for your child. A shirt will be provided.

9. Monday 4:30 pm-Jazz 1 with Miss Karsia Name of Dance: These Boots are Made for Walking Decade: 1960’s Costume: See picture. Tights will be provided. You should purchase: One pair of tan jazz shoes (no laces) Hair: Straight and parted down the middle; band will go around the head Make Up: Red blush, Pink Lipstick, Eyeliner

10. Monday 6 pm—Junior Performance Team w/Miss Karsia/Alexis Name of Dance: Turn the Volume Up! Decade: 1990’s Costume: See picture. You should purchase: One pair of black combat boots Dance wear Solutions WL088 Hair: Johawk with neon green light up hair extension Make Up: purchase from Jam cosmetics (glitter neon green, color amp adhesive) Get your own red blush and black eye liner (not necessarily from Jam Cosmetics

11. Monday-6 pm—Junior Performance Team w Miss Karsia/Miss Alexis Name of Dance: True Colors Decade: 1980’s Costume: See picture. Bare feet You should purchase: Any color tutu, white leotard Hair: Bun

12. Tuesday 5 pm-Tap Level 1 w/Miss Marissa Name of Dance: Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy Decade: 1940’s Costume: See picture. Tights will be provided. You should purchase: One pair of black Mary Jane tap shoes (no laces)black Mary Jane tap shoes Hair: Bun Make Up: Red blush, Red Lipstick, Eyeliner

13. Tuesday 5:45 pm—Ballet with Miss Alexis Name of Dance: Uptown Girl Decade: 1980’s Costume: See picture. Tights will be provided. You should purchase: One pair of white ballet slippers Hair: Bun Make Up: Red blush, Red Lipstick, Eyeliner

14. Tuesday 6:30 pm—Hip Hop and Floor Tricks w/Miss Jean Name of Dance: Supa Dupa Fly Decade: 1990’s Costume: See pictures. Props: Small plastic umbrella You should purchase: One pair of ALL BLACK combat boots Dance wear Solutions WL088 Hair: High ponytail Make Up: Red blush, Red Lipstick, Eyeliner

15. Wednesday 6:00 pm-Petite Class w/ Miss Karsia Name of Dance: Copacabana Decade: 1960’s Costume: See picture. Tights will be provided. You should purchase: One pair of slip on tan jazz shoes (no laces). Make Up: purchase from Jam cosmetics (glitter hot blue glitter and color amp adhesive) Get your own red blush and black eye liner (not necessarily from Jam Cosmetics)

16. Arranged Solo -Sophia Mays— Wednesday 5:30 pm w/Miss Jean Name of Dance: 2000 Mix Decade: 2000’s Costume: See picture. Hair: High pony Make Up: Red blush, Red Lipstick, Eyeliner

17. Arranged Solo -Sophia Mays— with Various Name of Dance: Diva Decade: 2000’s Costume: See picture. You should purchase: One pair of black fishnets/ One pair of black jazz shoes Hair: High Pony Make Up: Red blush, Red Lipstick, Eyeliner

18. Wednesday 6:00 pm- 2 in 1 Jazz and Hip Hop Combo class with Miss Jayna and Miss Shelise Name of Dance: 90’s Babiez Decade: 1990’s Costume: See picture. You should purchase: One pair of black and white high top tennis shoes Hair: Half up/Half down Make Up: Red blush, Red Lipstick, Eyeliner

19. Wednesday 6:00 PM-Petite Dance Team w/Miss Karsia Name of Dance: Rock Around the Clock Decade: 1950’s Costume: See picture. Tights will be provided. Please note the costume color is blue You should purchase: One pair of black Mary Jane tap shoesblack Mary Jane tap shoes (no laces) Make Up: purchase from Jam cosmetics (hot blue glitter and color amp adhesive) Get your own red blush and black eye liner (not necessarily from Jam Cosmetics)

20. Wednesday 6:30 pm 2 in 1: Hip Hop and Tumbling w/Miss Meredith Name of Dance: G Slide Decade: 2000’s Costume: See pictures. Please note that the gloves will match the costume and the hoodie will have embroidery. You should purchase: One pair of ALL BLACK combat boots Dancewear Solutions WL088 Hair: High ponytail Make Up: Red blush, Red Lipstick, Eyeliner

21. Wednesday 7:35 pm—Int/Adv Jazz w/Miss Karsia Name of Dance: Swing Baby Swing Decade: 1940’s Costume: See picture. (no garter) You should purchase: One pair of black jazz shoes. NO LACES Hair: 1940’s night time hair do (worksheet given during class) Make Up: purchase from Jam cosmetics (copper glitter and color amp adhesive) Get your own red blush and black eye liner (not necessarily from Jam Cosmetics)

22. Wednesday 7:35 pm—Int/Adv Jazz w/Miss Karsia Name of Dance: Halo Decade: 2000’s Costume: Please locate all white clothing; No tutus Hair: Bun at the crown of head Make Up: Get your own red blush and black eye liner (not necessarily from Jam Cosmetics)

23. Wednesday 7:35 pm—Int/Adv Jazz w/Miss Karsia Name of Dance: No Diggity Decade: 1990’s Costume: See picture. You should purchase: One pair of black boots. Hair: Half up/half down Make-up: Red blush, red lipstick, black eye liner

24. Thursday 5 pm-Ballet/Tumble/Rock w/Miss. Karsia and Miss Candace Name of Dance: Hey Mickey Decade: 1980’s Costume: See picture. Tights will be provided MOUSE EARS NOT SHOWN You should purchase: One pair of black tap. NO LACES. Hair: Bun at the crown of head Make-up: Red blush, red lipstick, black eye liner

25. Thursday 5:00 pm-All in One Class w/Miss. Jayna/Karsia/Candace (3-4 year olds) Name of Dance: Colors of the Wind Decade: 1990’s Costume: See picture. Tights will be provided You should purchase: One pair of pink ballet slippers. Hair: Bun at the crown of head Make-up: Red blush, red lipstick, black eye liner

26. Thursday 5 pm—All in One class w/Miss Karsia and Miss Candace (5-6 year olds) Name of Dance: Walk the Dinosaur Decade: 1980’s Costume: See picture. Tights will be provided Accessories: Armlets and saber tooth anklets Prop: Bambo Club You should purchase: One pair of tan Mary Jane tap shoes. NO LACES.Mary Jane tap shoes Hair: Messy Ponytail at the crown of head Make-up: Red blush, red lipstick, black eye liner

27. Thursdays 6:00 pm--The Jacksons Name of Dance: The Jackson 5 medley Decade: 1970’s Costume: See picture. WE ARE LOOKING FOR 5 YOUNG BOYS TO BE THE JACKSON 5. BEGINS THE 1 ST WEEK IN MARCH.

28. Thursday 6:30 pm-- Teen Hip Hop w/Miss Jean Name of Dance: Put Your Hands Where My Eyes Can See Decade: 1990’s Costume: See pictures. You should purchase: One pair of black and white chucks Hair: Big teased hair in high ponytail Make Up: Red blush, Red Lipstick, Eyeliner

29. Saturday 10 am class-Jazz 1/2 w/Miss Karsia Name of Dance: Proud Mary Decade: 1970’s Costume: See picture. Please note that gloves are red. You should purchase: One pair of slip on tan jazz shoes (no laces). Black undergarments Hair: Bun at the crown of head Make Up: Red blush, Red Lipstick, Eyeliner

30. Peyton Lyles—Arranged Solo w/Miss Karsia Name of Dance: Girls Just Want to Have Fun Decade: 1980’s Costume: See picture. You should purchase: One pair of nude jazz shoes Hair: Low side bun with (pictured) hair piece Make Up: purchase from Jam cosmetics (glitter hot blue glitter and color amp adhesive) Get your own red blush and black eye liner (not necessarily from Jam Cosmetics)

31. Staff Solo: Alexis Mitchell Name of Dance: Blues in the Night Decade: 1940’s Costume: See picture. You should purchase: One pair of nude jazz shoes Hair: Side Bun with (pictured) hair piece Make Up: Red blush and black eye liner

32. Claire Cady: Arranged Solo w/Miss Alexis Name of Dance: Hallejuah! Decade: 1980’s Costume: See picture. You should purchase: One pair of footundeez (no laces). footundeez Hair: Bun at the crown of head Make Up: Smokey eye, Red blush, neutral lip, black eyeliner

33. Staff Solo: Marissa Bales Name of Dance: Mr. Sandman Decade: 1950’s Costume: See picture. Hair: Messy Ponytail at the crown of head Shoes: One pair of black tap shoes. NO LACES.

34. Pasha Anderson Arranged Tap Solo: w/Miss Marissa Name of Dance: I Love Rock and Roll Decade: 1980’s Costume: See picture. You should purchase: One pair of black Mary Jane tap shoes (no laces)black Mary Jane tap shoes Hair: Make Up: Red blush, Red Lipstick, Eyeliner

35. Shelise, Jayna, Tiana and partners Name of Dance: Grease medley Decade: 1950’s Costume: See picture. You should purchase: Ladies: Black peddle pushers, black jazz shoes Hair: Ponytails Make Up: Red blush, Red Lipstick, Eyeliner

36. Nadia Ball—Arranged Solo w/Miss Karsia Name of Dance: 70’s Diva Mix Decade: 1970’s Costume: See picture. Shoes: Nude jazz shoes Hair: Straight hair with a white sequins headband Make Up: Blue eye shadow, Red blush, Red Lipstick, Eyeliner

37. Staff Solo-Meredith Miller Name of Dance: Madonna Decade: 1980’s Costume: See picture. Hair: Messy with hair tye Make Up: Blue eye shadow, Red blush, Red Lipstick, Eyeliner

38. Shelise McElroy--Solo Name of Dance: The Greatest Love of All Decade: 1980’s Costume (see pictured) You will need: foot undies See picture Hair: Bun

39. Elena Aguirre---Arranged Solo Name of Dance: J-Lo Mix Decade: 2000’s Costume: See picture.

40. Moms, Dads, Grandfathers, Aunts, Grandmas Dance Opportunities Instead of having one parent dance, we will have SEVERAL dances. My Girl (Daddy/Daughter Dance) RUN DMC (Fathers and Grandfathers only) The Supremes (Grandmothers Only) Single Ladies/Who Run the World/Beyonce (Moms Only) Salt N Pepa (Moms Only) If you are interested in any of these dances, please sign up on the genius so you will be included in communication regarding rehearsal dates and times.