Pittsburgh DancExplosion

On the RADIO 2009

Amy@pittsburghdancexplosion.com (Miss Amy) — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 13:22:00 +0000

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!

Amy@pittsburghdancexplosion.com (Miss Amy) — Wed, 27 May 2009 13:45:00 +0000

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

Amy@pittsburghdancexplosion.com (Miss Amy) — Wed, 20 May 2009 15:24:00 +0000

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

Amy@pittsburghdancexplosion.com (Miss Amy) — Mon, 11 May 2009 13:13:00 +0000

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

Amy@pittsburghdancexplosion.com (Miss Amy) — Mon, 11 May 2009 13:01:00 +0000

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!

Amy@pittsburghdancexplosion.com (Miss Amy) — Wed, 06 May 2009 13:09:00 +0000

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!

Amy@pittsburghdancexplosion.com (Miss Amy) — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 18:03:00 +0000

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!

Kean Idol FINALS '09

Amy@pittsburghdancexplosion.com (Miss Amy) — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 18:01:00 +0000

On March 29, 2009, Pittsburgh DancExplosion ensemble dancers competed in the sixth annual Kean Idol FINAL amateur talent contest. Proceeds from the contest benefit the St. Barnabas Free Care Fund. This fund has has provided more than $5.8 million to needy patients at St. Barnabas Nursing Home, Valencia Woods and The Arbors who otherwise would not be able to afford their care.

Qualifying for the event Finals was Angie Hedglin (soloist), Kelly Gallagher (soloist), and Special Two, the trio of Emma, Jenna, & Kelly.

What a fantastic opportunity and performance girls! Way to Rock the Kean Stage!

Bringing home to PDE.....

THE 1st Runner-up to Judges Choice Kean Idol Champion was

SPECIAL TWO!

All photos in the post by Amy Johnston

Former PDE Student Accepted to Boston Ballet

Amy@pittsburghdancexplosion.com (Miss Amy) — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 14:48:00 +0000

Mallory Marinack

Photo by I Simon 2008

Mallory Marinack, former Pittsburgh DancExplosion dance student and current Point Park University student, has been accepted to attend the Boston Ballet Summer Program. While hard at work at Pointe Park, Mallory will attend the Boston Ballet this summer. Way to go Mallory! Pursue your dreams, reach for the stars..... PDE is so proud of you!

March- May Newsletter 2009

Amy@pittsburghdancexplosion.com (Miss Amy) — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 14:40:00 +0000

There are only a few months left in the dance year! Please remember to verify special studio dates on the upcoming calendar. Summer dance is just around the bend; we look forward to seeing you!

Calendar of Upcoming 2009 Events
April 1: TUITION DUE & Costume Balances due
April 2: Commercial Shoot
April 6-11: Studio Closed for Spring Break
April 15: Picture Day
May 1: TUITION DUE
May 15-17: Children’s Arts Festival
May 25: Memorial Day, No Classes
May 30: Charity Performance at Cumberland Crossing 2:00 pm
May 31st: Accounts must be paid in Full
June 6-13: Three Rivers Arts Festival TBD
June 16: Annual Student Production 7:30

PDE to Shoot New Commercial!
Pittsburgh DancExplosion will be shooting a new commercial to advertise our tremendous students! Filming will take place on Thursday, April 2. If you would like to participate in the filming of the commercial, that will air on several cable channels, your dancer will need sign up at the front desk. Each parent/guardian will need to sign a release waiver for your dancer to participate. The week before the event, Michelle and Amy will let the dancers know what time to attend and what to wear.

Costumes for Annual Student Production
Costume Balances are due by 4/1/09. Do not forget that costume payments are all inclusive. Payments include costume, tights (if needed), DVD, & Recital T-shirt. Remember only accounts paid will be permitted to take studio pictures.

Class Picture Day
PDE has scheduled class picture day for Wednesday, APRIL 15! There will be no classes this evening. Please remember that these pictures will appear in the Recital Yearbook & will be used in local advertising. Attendance is strongly encouraged! Sign-up in advance to have solo pictures taken.

2009 Student Yearbook
PDE is beginning preparation for our student yearbook. Last years, 07/08 Yearbook was a tremendous success! Our fabulous yearbook includes class pictures, student highlights, & motivational notes from parents & fellow students. Parents & local businesses can purchase a ¼ page, ½ page, or whole page to dedicate to their special dancer or a simple one line shout out. Advertisements aid in keeping yearbook costs low. Please ask the front desk to view last years souvenier yearbook!

Dance Teddy Bears
Mark the annual student production as a extra special event for your child by purchasing them a teddy bear. Available in colors brown or white, the jazz, ballet, or boy bear will have our studio name & performance date embroidered on them. For an extra charge, you can have your bear personalized with your child’s name. Look out for additional information and a sample of these cuddly pals!

Annual Student Production
The student Production is on June 16th at 7:30 pm at Kean Theatre on the St. Barnabus campus. Tickets go on sale beginning June 1, 2009. All seat are reserved. There will only be one performance. Tickets are $10 each.

Accounts
A friendly reminder that all accounts must be paid in full by May 31st. Only paid accounts will be able to purchase tickets for the annual student production.

Summer Dance 2009
Pittsburgh DancExplosion announces Summer Dance 2009. The summer session is a 6-week session meeting on Tuesdays & Wednesdays fro 6 weeks from July 7th-August 11th. A class schedule is already posted on the web, check it out! More information to come!

Spring Break—No Classes
The studio will be will be closed for Spring Break from April 6th-April 11th. Classes will resume April 13th.

Memorial Day—No Classes

The studio will be closed in observence of Memorial Day on May 25, 2009.

CCAC Classes
PDE will once again be offering CCAC classes for adults & small children in the summer. As classes become available, participants can register & pay online at www.ccac.edu by clicking on Community Education or register by phone at 412-237-2670.

Congratulations!
Congratulations to Alyssa Ferris for earning a scholarship to La Roche College Summer Dance Program! Great Job, Alyssa!

Way to go Mallory Marinack, former PDE student and current Point Park University student, for being accepted & planning to attend the Boston Ballet Summer Program!

Congrats also go out to Ben Belhuemer, former PDE student, for being accepted into the Alvin Ailey Summer Program!

Tuition Reminder
Tuition payments are due the 1st lesson of the month. Payments that are paid after the 10th of the month will incur a late fee. There will be no exceptions.

Class Attendance
Please remember that it is essential to your dancer to arrive to class on-time. The beginning of class is structured to greet, warm-up, & get the dancer prepared for the class ahead of them. Late students miss these events as well as distract the other students. In addition, Student Production routines are in full throttle right now. If a child misses class, they are missing valuable time needed to learn and perfect their class dance piece. Thank you!

If you have any questions or concerns,

Please call the studio 412-821-1223 and speak to Amy/Michelle.

E-mail:

Amy@PittsburghDancExplosion.com

Michelle@PittsburghDancExplosion.com

Kean Idol 2009

Amy@pittsburghdancexplosion.com (Miss Amy) — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 14:21:00 +0000

On Sunday, March 15, Pittsburgh DancExplosion Dancers performed in the sixth annual Kean Idol amateur talent contest. Proceeds from the contest benefit the St. Barnabas Free Care Fund. This fund has has provided more than $5.8 million to needy patients at St. Barnabas Nursing Home, Valencia Woods and The Arbors who otherwise would not be able to afford their care.

Participating Dancers

Trio of Aubrey Watson, Samantha Piskurich, & Darbey Naughton

Trio of Samantha Beckas, Kayla Conroy, & Miranda Simon
Trio of Emma Chammas, Kelly Gallagher, & Jenna Markovich
Soloist Kelly Gallagher
Soloist Angie Hedglin
Soloist Emma Chammas
Soloist Jenna Markovich The top finalists from each round will advance to the semi-finals. The dance winners for the finals will be named the Kean Idol (Audience Choice and Judges' Choice). The dance Finals will take place on Sunday, March 29 at 2 p.m.. If you would like to come out to Kean and support our dancers, please inquire to the front desk about purchasing tickets for the event.

FINALISTS:

Soloist Kelly Gallagher

Soloist Angie Hedglin

Trio of Emma, Kelly, & Jenna

We are so very proud of all PDE performers. What a great opportunity to perform while helping to benefit those less fortunate than ourselves! Excellent job, PDE! Keep shining!

PDE Summer Dance Lessons 2009

Amy@pittsburghdancexplosion.com (Miss Amy) — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 13:23:00 +0000

Pittsburgh DancExplosion announces Summer Dance Lessons 2009.

The summer session is a 6-week session meeting from July 7th-August 12th. Please view the link at the bottom of the page to be directed to the mail-in registration form

TUESDAY

10:30 am-11:30 am 3-5 year old Dance Combo (Ballet, Tap, & Tumbling)
3:30-4:30 Ensemble
4:30-5 Tap (10 yrs + experience)
4:30-5 Tap (all ages BEGINNER)
5-6 Contemporary/Jazz Combo (10 + exp)
5-6 Dance Combo (Ballet, Tap, & Jazz) for 6-8 yrs
6-7 Tumbling/Hip Hop Combo for 5-9 yrs
7-8 Hip Hop (13 yrs + experience)
7-8 Jazz/Hip Hop Combo (9 yrs + Beg)
8-9 Tumbling (10 yrs + experience)

WEDNESDAY

4:45-5:30 Mommy and Me (CCAC)
5:45-6:45 3-5 year old Dance Combo
7-8 Adult Jazz CCAC
8-9 Adult Hip Hop CCAC

Tuition is for the entire 6 week session
Buy One class & get the second class for 1/2 tuition (must be paid in full by deadline to receive discount)
Tuition is non-refundable
Classes Subject to enrollment
ALL CCAC classes must be registered through CCAC. Please visit CCAC.edu

Registration Deadline JUNE 25th

**PLEASE CLICK THE FOLLOWING LINK TO BE DIRECTED TO THE SUMMER MAIL-IN REGISTRATION FORM!**

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Pittsburgh DancExplosion Student Awarded Scholarship!

Amy@pittsburghdancexplosion.com (Miss Amy) — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 12:56:00 +0000

Alyssa Ferris, member of the Pittsburgh DancExplosion Ensemble and a junior at CAPA, was recently awarded a summer scholarship to La Roche College summer dance program! What a tremendous award and learning experience ahead for her! Way to go Alyssa: Pittsburgh DancExplosion is so proud of you!

Dancer: Alyssa Ferris & Photo by I Simon 2008

DanceXplosion Talent Tour USA DXP 2009

Amy@pittsburghdancexplosion.com (Miss Amy) — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 14:05:00 +0000

Pittsburgh DancExplosion ensemble participated in the 2009 DanceXplosion National Talent Competition held at Cornell High School February 14. With Xtreme excellence and hardwork, the ensemble brought home many more top awards and recognition! This was the first competition for all of our brand new group routines and solos! Way to bring it and be FIERCE

SOLOS

Sophisticated--Allison Chammas--Platinum & 9th OVERALL Teen Solos

My Same--Angie Hedglin--Platinum

Phenomenal Woman-Jenna Markovich-Platinum & 1st in Category & 4th OVERALL Teen Solos

Losing My Religion--Emma Chammas--Platinum & 7th OVERALL Senior Solos

Hiding UnderWater--Kelly Gallagher--Xtreme Platinum & 6th OVERALL Senior Solos

Texas Tattoo-Angie Hedglin--Xtreme Gold

Do Right--Kelly Gallagher--Platinum

Babylon--Emma Chammas--Platinum

Take Control--Alyssa Ferris--Platinum

GROUPS

Crazy- Emma, Allison, Kelly, Alyssa, Angie, & Jenna- Xtreme Platinum, Spontaneity of Choreography Award, 1st in Category, 1st OVERALL Teen Groups, Runner-up to Excaliber Award, Choreograpy by Amy Johnston

Thunder Road- Emma, Allison, Kelly, Alyssa, Angie, & JEnna- Xtreme Platinum, Perfect Precision Award, 4th OVERALL Teen Groups, Choreography by Amy Johnston

Distortion- Emma, Allison, Kelly, Alyssa, Angie, & Jenna-Platinum, 7th OVERALL Teen groups, Choreography by Michelle Moore

Rolling Stone-Emma, Allison, Alyssa, & Jenna-Platinum, 9th OVERALL Teen Groups, Choreography by Michelle Moore

Xtreme Dance Team Scholarships Awarded to: Allison Chammas, Jenna Markovich, Emma Chammas, and Kelly Gallagher!

Pittsburgh DancExplosion was also Awarded a special Excellence award for Contemporary and Modern Choreography! Way to go Amy & Michelle!

Whether we are Sweet....

Whether we are Wicked...

There is no doubt we will be STRUT our stuff & be FIERCE...

While having a BLAST!

All photos by Amy Johnston

Idlewild Theme Park Performance

Amy@pittsburghdancexplosion.com (Miss Amy) — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 14:50:00 +0000

Mark your Calendars for July 5th, 2009 for

Pittsburgh DancExplosion's Annual

IDLEWILD PARK Performance!

Join us in July for discount Idlewild tickets and a fantastic performance opportunity for our dance studio kids! A day of fun, sun, and dancing: Who could ask for more?

Participation based on class responses and class participation: TBA!

More Information to come!

Winter Performance is a Success!

Amy@pittsburghdancexplosion.com (Miss Amy) — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 14:31:00 +0000

Once again, Pittsburgh DancExplosion's annual winter performance is a huge success for our dance studio and dance families! Held at Ross Community Center on January 24, our students put on a great show; highlighting their love for dance and excitement! Not only was the performance a great time for dancer's to get extra stage experience, the annual costume fundraiser helped to raise enough money so that each family will save 25% on costumes!

From Amy & Michelle:
A great big "thank you" to the parents and students for participation and support. To our staff, Ashley & Gretchen, thank you for your great teaching and keeping the performance running smooth. Also to our classroom assistants, Emma, Allison, Jenna, & Kelly, for your priceless help with the kids!

Looking forward to the next performances on the horizon: supporting our local nursing homes through performances, Children's Arts Festival, Idlewild, and our annual recital!

Participating classes: Intro to Dance Saturday & Thursday, Kinderdance, Petite, Jazz 1, Jazz & Lyrical 2, Hip Hop Young, Hip Hop Teen, and Ensemble!

PICTURE DAY!

Amy@pittsburghdancexplosion.com (Miss Amy) — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 15:03:00 +0000

PDE has scheduled class picture day for

Wednesday, APRIL 15!

**There will be no classes this evening, PDE will post a make-up schedule for missed classes in early April!

**Please remember that these pictures will appear in the Recital Yearbook and local advertising. Attendance and participation is strongly encouraged!

**Start thinking ahead toward the PDE Recital Yearbook, pictures taken on picture day will be used for individual student ads.

Further details to come!

Dance Instructor Position Available at PDE

Amy@pittsburghdancexplosion.com (Miss Amy) — Sat, 17 Jan 2009 22:34:00 +0000

Pittsburgh DancExplosion is currently accepting resumes for a part-time dance instructor position. We are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic individual to join our staff. Training in all genres of dance with experience working with many levels of students is necessary. Concentration in Advance Tap or all levels of Tumbling would be preferred!
Please send Resumes to: Pittsburgh DancExplosion 2014C Babcock Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15209
Michelle@PittsburghDancExplosion.com
Amy@PittsburghDancExplosion.com
or call to Inquire. 412-821-1223

PDE Competes at Starbound National Talent

Amy@pittsburghdancexplosion.com (Miss Amy) — Sat, 17 Jan 2009 22:07:00 +0000

On January 17, Pittsburgh DancExplosion Ensemble participated in the Starbound National Talent Competition held at Cornell High School. PDE Dance Ensemble compete 4-5 times throughout the dance season at regional competitions. This core group of competitive girls demonstrate an eagerness to learn and excel as well as additional dedication of time and effort into their dance discipline. We are very proud of the girls! Way to strut your stuff at Starbound! Picture Right: PDE ensemble with fellow dancers participating in tap class with Aaron Pomeroy.

The results are in:

SOLOS

Someone Else's Dream-Allison Chammas- High Gold

Libertango-Kelly Gallagher-High Gold

Everytime it Rains-Jenna Markovich- High Gold

Last Kiss-Emma Chammas-High Gold

Hiding Underwater-Kelly Gallagher- High Gold

Sophisticated Lady-Allison Chammas- Gold

Babylon-Emma Chammas-High Gold

Texas Tattoo- Angie Hedglin-Gold

OVERALL SENIOR SOLO for STARBOUND: #5 Overall Allison-Someone Else's Dream, #3 Overall Kelly-Hiding Underwater, and #1 OVERALL SOLO Kelly-Libertango

SPECIAL AWARD: Allison Chammas for Sophisticated Lady- "Personality Plus"

DUET/TRIOS

Special Two- Emma, Kelly, & Jenna- High Gold, Choreography by Amy Johnston

Woman's Work- Jenna & Emma, Choreography by Amy Johnston

OVERALL DUET/TRIOS for STARBOUND: #2 Overall Special Two, and #1 OVERALL DUET/TRIOS Woman's Work

SPECIAL AWARD: Special Two- "Excellent Synchronization Award"

GROUPS

Temptation- Kelly, Jenna, Allison, & Emma--High Gold, Choreography by Amy Johnston

Twisted-Angie, Kelly, Jenna, Allison, & Emma--High Gold, Choreography by Michelle Moore

OVERALL Senior GROUPS for STARBOUND: #2 Overall to Temptation and #1 OVERALL SENIOR GROUP to Twisted!

SPECIAL AWARD: Temptation- "Intensity Award"

WAY TO START THE COMPETITION SEASON OFF ON A GREAT FOOT! SHOOT FOR THE STARS AND WITH HARD WORK, DEDICATION, AND DISCIPLINE....THE SKY IS THE LIMIT!

Annual Mall Performance

Amy@pittsburghdancexplosion.com (Miss Amy) — Sat, 17 Jan 2009 21:59:00 +0000

On December 6, 2008, Pittsburgh DancExplosion participated in the Malls at Northway Winter Spectacular event. This is an annual event for PDE that is structured to give our students additional performance experience while strutting our stuff and demonstrating to the audience why our students love to dance.

Participating in this annual event along with Pittsburgh DancExplosion Ensemble Members was the Introduction to Dance Classes, KinderDance, Petite Dance, and Hip Hop for the younger students. We congratulate our students on an excellent showing and look forward to a fantastic Winter Performance! Way to go PDE!

PDE Voice 2009 January/February Newsletter

Amy@pittsburghdancexplosion.com (Miss Amy) — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 14:01:00 +0000

Happy New Year! Wishing you & your families a prosperous & exciting 2009! If you have any questions or concerns, please call the studio or e-mail Michelle@PittsburghDancExplosion. Or Amy@PittsburghDancExplosion.com.

Calendar of Upcoming 2009 Events
Jan 1: TUITION DUE
January12-17: Parent Observation Week
January 24: Winter Performance!
Jan 24: Registration Deadline for Musical Theatre
Feb 1: TUITION DUE
Feb 7: Musical Theatre begins
April 6-11: Studio Closed for Spring Break

Annual Winter Performance
Our Annual Winter Performance is January 24, 2009 at Ross community Gymnasium. Showtime is schedule to begin at 6:30 with Dancers arriving at 6 pm. Tickets go on-sale 1/5/09 and are not available at the door so please remember to purchase your general seating tickets in advance at the front desk. Please join us after the performance for cookies, punch, & conversation! Any questions, check with the front desk!

Costume for Annual Student Production
Costume for the student production on June 16 have been selected & ordered. Invoices with balances due will be mailed home soon! Do not forget that your costume payments are all inclusive. Payments include costume, tights, Recital DVD, & Recital T-shirt. If you have questions on this, please do not hesitate to speak to the front desk.

Parent Observation
Come watch your dancer January 12-17! It’s exciting for the children to have an audience but too much noise & confusion is distracting so please leave young siblings & babies at home. Due to space & distractions, it is encouraged that each child bring no more than two guests.

2009 Student Yearbook
PDE is beginning preparation for our recital yearbook & Picture Day. Last years, 07/08 Yearbook was a tremendous success! Tentatively, Picture day is scheduled in April. Our fabulous yearbook includes class pictures, PDE student highlights, & motivational notes from parents & fellow students. Parents can purchase a ¼ page, ½ page, or whole page to dedicate to their special dancer or a simple one line shout out. In addition, local businesses & companies can buy ¼ page, ½ page, or whole page advertisements. Advertisements aid in keeping yearbook costs low. Please ask the front desk to view last years souvenir yearbook!

CCAC Classes

Pittsburgh DancExplosion is offering exclusive classes for adults & children through CCAC North Campus. Classes are held at Pittsburgh DancExplosion & instructed by PDE staff; however, all registrations for CCAC courses should be completed through CCAC. *MOMMY & ME 2/11/09-3/18/09 Wednesday at 3-3:45 *ADULT HIP HOP 2/11/09-4/1/09 Wednesday at 8-9pm *ADULT JAZZ 2/12/09-4/2/09 Thursday at 7-8pm *ADULT TAP 2/12/09-4/2/09 Thursday at 8-9pm
As classes become available, participants can register & pay online at www.ccac.edu by clicking on Community Education or register by phone at 412-237-2670.

Congratulations!
Congratulations to Kelly Gallagher who has been selected for the National Honor Society at Shaler High School! Great Job, Kelly!

PDE ENSEMBLE
On November 21st, PDE Ensemble participated in the NUVO Convention. The girls took classes from dance masters Ray Leeper, Mark Meismer, Justin Giles, Caroline Lewis, Laurie Kanyok, & Cory Finn. In addition, Dance superstars Travis Wall & Ivan Koumaev, known for "So You Think You Can Dance?" reality series instructed classes in Jazz and Hip Hop. Participating in the event: Michelle, Amy, Jenna Markovich, Allison Chammas, Angie Hedglin, Alyssa Ferris, Kelly Gallagher, & Emma Chammas. The girls had a very educational, beneficial, & challenging experience! Way to go! The PDE ensembles next Competition is schedule for January 16-18 for Starbound Talent! Good Luck!

Dress Code Reminders
Reminder to dancers & parents about PDE’s dress code: We require our Hip Hop dancers to wear clean white bottom sneakers that are not worn outside. All other classes, need to be dresses in leotards &tights. Due to the cold of the winter, dancers are permitted to wear sweatshirts/sweatpants for warm-up.

Tuition Reminder
Tuition payments are due to the front desk the 1st lesson of the month. Payments that are paid after the 10th of the month will incur a late fee. There will be no exceptions.

Class Attendance
Please remember that it is essential to your dancer to arrive to class on-time. The beginning of class is structured to greet, warm-up, & get the dancer prepared for the class ahead of them. Late students miss these events as well as distract the other students. Thank you!

Studio Parking
PDE has an ample parking facility. Be sure to park in front of the studio or in the lot behind the studio building. Please do not use our neighbors parking areas! Thank you for your cooperation!

Rental Space
Planning a birthday party or bridal shower? Keep in mind that PDE is available for rental Tuesdays, Fridays & late afternoon Saturdays & Sundays. If you have a date in mind, see Michelle or Amy for rental costs & details.

Any news to share?
If you have any news to share about your child, please tell Amy or Michelle so that we can add it to future newsletters & the website!

Questions, Comments, Concerns?
Please speak to Amy or Michelle, Call the studio 412-821-1223.
E-mail
Amy@PittsburghDancExplosion.com
Michelle@PittsburghDancExplosion.com
Both Amy &Michelle can be reached at:
Info@PittsburghDancExplosion.com

*E-mails are responded to in a timely & efficient manner. Remember electronic means are not 100% reliable. If you do not receive a timely response, please e-mail again.

NEW CLASS: MUSICAL THEATRE!

Amy@pittsburghdancexplosion.com (Miss Amy) — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 15:06:00 +0000

Pittsburgh DancExplosion is pleased to offer a new class:

MUSICAL THEATRE

Ages: 5 yrs-11 yrs

Time: Saturdays 11:30 am-12:15 pm beginning 2/7/09

Tuition: $45.60 per month

Payable Jan 31 and first of month there after

Recital Participation is optional and additional expense (TBD)

CLASS SUBJECT TO ENROLLMENT

Register by 1/24/09

No Class 4/11 -5/23

Please call 412-821-1223 or e-mail with questions!

NUVO Convention

Amy@pittsburghdancexplosion.com (Miss Amy) — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 14:35:00 +0000

PDE Girls and IVAN

On November 21st, Pittsburgh DancExplosion Ensemble participated in the NUVO Convention. The girls took classes from dance masters Ray Leeper, Mark Meismer, Justin Giles, Caroline Lewis, Laurie Kanyok, and Cory Finn. In addition, Dance superstars Travis Wall and Ivan Koumaev, known for "So You Think You Can Dance?" reality series instructed classes in Jazz and Hip Hop.
Participating in the event were PDE ensemble members Jenna Markovich, Allison Chammas, Angie Hedglin, Alyssa Ferris, Kelly Gallagher, and Emma Chammas. Michelle and Amy also participated in the classes. The girls had a very educational, beneficial, and challenging experience! Way to go!

It is Never Too Late to Dance!

Amy@pittsburghdancexplosion.com (Miss Amy) — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 16:53:00 +0000

Picture by Starpower Nationals. Dancer: Kelly Gallagher

Although dance classes officially began Sept 8, It is not too late to register at PDE. Check out our on-line schedule and come to the studio to get a tour, speak to a member of our staff, or try a free "guest" classes. If you have any questions regarding placement, please call the studio at 412-821-1223 or e-mail Amy@PittsburghDancExplosion.com or Michelle@PittsburghDancExplosion.com.

Fall Schedule 2008: http://www.pittsburghdancexplosion.com/news/2008/07/dance-classes-schedule-08-09.html

BOGO Registration Incentives for New & Returning Students: http://www.pittsburghdancexplosion.com/news/2008/08/registration-incentives-for-our-new.html

PDE is offering CCAC Community Education Classes!

Amy@pittsburghdancexplosion.com (Miss Amy) — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 20:12:00 +0000

Pittsburgh DancExplosion is offering exclusive classes for adults and children through CCAC North Campus. Classes are held at Pittsburgh DancExplosion and instructed by PDE staff; However, all registrations for CCAC courses should be completed through CCAC.

MOMMY and ME

2/11/09-3/18/09

Wednesday at 3-3:45

ADULT HIP HOP

2/11/09-4/1/09

Wednesday at 8-9pm

ADULT JAZZ

2/12/09-4/2/09

Thursday at 7-8pm

ADULT TAP

2/12/09-4/2/09

Thursday at 8-9pm

As classes become available, participants can register and pay online at www.ccac.edu by clicking on Community Education or register by phone at 412-237-2670.

Check out additional classes offered through Pittsburgh DancExplosion ONLY at http://www.pittsburghdancexplosion.com/news/2008/07/dance-classes-schedule-08-09.html