On the RADIO 2009

Another Fabulous Show! Fantastic Job to Amy, Michelle, Teaching Staff, Students, & Ensemble!
We are so thankful for the excellent group of parents and students that have been with us this year that made "ON THE RADIO" a special & memorable event!

Samantha Beckas
Awarded
2009 Pittsburgh DancExplosion
FUTURE STAR AWARD!

Samantha: You have worked so hard this year and grown with leaps & bounds! We are so proud of your focus, energy, and determination! We cannot wait to see the continued progress that you make in the 2009/2010 Dance year! Keep up the hard work! Love ya! Amy & Michelle

Emma Chammas

Promoted to Junior Teacher

for the 2009/2010 Dance Year!

Way to go Em!

Also a Huge Congratulations to Alyssa Ferris for being awarded Junior Dancer of the Year from CAPA High School! Excellent!


Special Thanks: Gretchen, Ashley, and Jackie--Excellent work through the year and keeping the recital as smooth as silk! THANKS! Lynn Gallagher--For your tremendous work on the fabulous yearbook; You are amazing! I-Simon Photography--For all of the professional shots done this year! Kathleen --For the beautiful costumes that you created for our competition kids; your work never ceases to amaze us! Johnston Graphics--We love our website, thank you for the continued hard work on the new website! Jessica & Erin- Excellent work backstage & with seating! You were great! Kelly Gallagher--For the excellent Power Point Presentation before recital! PDE ensemble: Once again girls, you were a tremendous help to us--Always there to support eachother, help the younger students, and maintain professionalism and excellence!
Thank you to anyone we have missed...your hard work and support help to make PDE what it is!

Recital Checklist!

Our Annual Student Production is just around the bend, Scheduled for Tuesday June 16 @ 7:00 pm. Please go through the following information regarding performance preparations....Any questions or concerns please e-mail Amy@PittsburghDancExplosion.com or Michelle@PittsburghDancExplosion.com.

LOCATION: Kean Theatre on the St. Barnabas Campus.
CALL TIME: Dancers report to Theatre by 6:00 pm
ENSEMBLE CALL: Ensemble report to dressing room at 5:00 pm
DOORS OPEN for Audience: 6:30
SHOW TIME: 7:00 promptly
No Classes June 15th.

THINGS TO KNOW

1. No Food or Drink (bottled water only) allowed in theatre or dressing rooms.

2. Be sure that every piece of costuming & shoes is labeled with your dancers last name (on masking tape)

3. All dancers must have hair/make-up done before coming to the theatre. ALL CLASSES: Hair down with bangs pulled back. TUMBLING STUDENTS: low ponytail, no bangs. ENSEMBLE: As discussed.

4. Eye shadows in natural tones, as well as a rose or peach blush. Stage Lights wash out the faces that are not highlighted with appropriate make-up. NO BLUE or GREEN shadows please!

5. No Jewelry

6. No game boys, i-pods, or cell phones. We will not be responsible for lost items.

7. Clear finger/toenail polish only.

8. No Panties...they hang out & show under tights and costumes.

9. Finale attire...recital t-shirt, shorts, and tennis shoes. Any complimenting shoes and shorts are acceptable.

10. ONLY BACKSTAGE ASSISTANTS WILL BE ALLOWED IN THE BACKSTAGE/DRESSING AREAS!

11. Parents and Guests, please do not go into the dressing areas or roam the halls of ST Barnabas. This is the residents' home & we need to respect that. All dancers remain in dressing area until end of show. At that time, they will be escorted back to their parents.

REMEMBER: No Flash Photography or Videotaping. All families will be getting a DVD of the performance. Failure to comply will result in dismissal from the event.

****Our Dancers have worked very hard for this presentation and deserve your applause. Only enter and exit the theatre between numbers. Keep talking to a minimum and turn off cell phones. *******

Did you remember to?

1. Pay account in full... including June tuition, late fees, costumes, or ensemble expenses

2. Purchase tickets for the performance....All seats are reserved. Tickets cost $10 purchased between June 1st and June 15th. Tickets will be $12 at the door. ONLY STUDENTS will accounts paid in full can purchase tickets.

3. Spray paint dance shoes....if necessary. The accessory sheet is still posted on the lobby bulletin board.

4. Gathered all pieces of costuming needs for each routine.

5. Received Finale shirt....t-shirts will be handed out at time of ticket purchase.

6. Register for Summer Dance....Great time to advance skills and have fun with new friends

7. Order your copy of the yearbook...$10 if you did not place an ad. The yearbook is free if ad was placed. Distributed prior to the start of the show.

8. Pack bottled water for your dancer for the show. Snacks are provided for the kids backstage. Please feed your child an early dinner....the show is late in the evening.

Summer Classes at PDE

Pittsburgh DancExplosion is now registering for Summer Dance 2009....
View our summer schedule under the Schedule Tab
Or Call PDE at 412-821-1223 for more information!

Applause 2009

The weekend of May 8-10, Pittsburgh DancExplosion dance ensemble participated in the Applause Talent 2009 Regionals that took place at Canon-McMillian High School in Canonsburg, PA. Participating in the event were Angie Hedglin, Kelly Gallagher, Emma Chammas, Alyssa Ferris, Allison Chammas, and Jenna Markovich

Solos

Texas Tattoo--Angie (Tap)--High Gold

Do Right--Kelly (Tap)--Platinum, #4 OVERALL Senior Solos

Babylon--Emma (Jazz)--High Gold

My Same--Angie (Jazz)-- High Gold

Take Control-Alyssa (Jazz)--High Gold

Losing My Religion--Emma(Lyrical)--High Gold

Hiding UnderWater--Kelly (Lyrical)--Platinum and "Legs for Days" Award

Burning--Allison (Tap) High Gold

Sophisticated Lady--Allison (Jazz)--High Gold

Everytime It Rains--Jenna (Lyrical)--High Gold

Phenomenal Woman--Jenna (Open)--High Gold

Cannonball--Jenna (Modern)--Gold

Groups

Rolling Stone-Markovich, E & A Chammas, Ferris-High Gold & "You've Got Style" Award, Choreography by Michelle Moore

Distortion-Markovich, E & A Chammas, Gallagher, Hedglin, Ferris--Platinum, Choreography by Michelle Moore

Thunder Road--Markovich, E & A Chammas, Gallagher, Hedglin, Ferris--High Gold, Choreography by Amy Johnston

Crazy--Markovich, E & A Chammas, Gallagher, Hedglin, Ferris--High Gold, Choreography by Amy Johnston

If you are a interested in Competing with Pittsburgh DancExplosion Ensemble, Please speak to Amy or Michelle or e-mail Amy@PittsburghDancExplosion.com

Tremaine Dance

The weekend of April 18 & 19, Pittsburgh DancExplosion Ensemble participated in the the Tremaine Dance Convention and Competition. Both Amy, Michelle, & the ensemble girls participated in classes instructed by master Teachers. Tremaine's featured master teachers are Joe Tremaine, Desiree Robbins, Keri LaGrand, Jeff Amsden, and more. Participating in the even was Emma Chammas, Allison Chammas, Jenna Markovich, Angie Hedglin, Kelly Gallagher, and Alyssa Ferris.

The Competition results are in:

Woman's Work--Markovich, E. Chammas--2nd place in Lyrical Duets

Rolling Stone--Markovich, E. & A. Chammas--1st place in Jazz Trios

Twisted--Gallagher, Markovich, Hedglin, E. & A. Chammas--2nd place in Tap Group

Thunder Road-Gallagher, Markovich, Hedglin, E. & A. Chammas, Ferris- 2nd Lyrical Groups

Distortion-Gallagher, Markovich, Hedglin, E. & A. Chammas, Ferris--3rd in Jazz Groups

Crazy competed but did not place.

This weekend was a technical benefit and tremendous learning experience for all whom attended! Thank you Tremaine for a fun, educational weekend!

PDE Commerical!

Our Pittsburgh DancExplosion commercial

is now on the AIR!!!

Tune in to PCNC local channel!

The commercial will be airing around the clock!

Memorial Day!

There will be NO CLASSES at Pittsburgh DancExplosion on Saturday, May 23 or Monday, May 25 in observance of the Memorial Day weekend.

Please enjoy a safe and happy holiday with your family!