We hope to safely offer a final performance to showcase our performers talents and hard work ! We will continue to monitor Covid-19 mitigation recommendations and update you with show details as soon as we are able .
DANCE
The West Ridge Center Dance curriculum provides students of all ages with a high-quality and enjoyable dance education . The program is centered on a fun and nurturing environment allowing students to grow and advance at their own pace . Introductory classes focus on movement and coordination For more information on dance programs , call 847.579.3123 .
Dance with Me ( Parent & Tot ) | Ages 2-3 Prepare your little one to feel comfortable in the dance studio or a performance class and create wonderful memories together ! Parents and tots learn the very basics of dance , work on body position and control together while exploring their imagination and enjoying some great tunes ! Recommended as a first dance class experience to prepare students for a drop-off class . No class Nov 27 . Instructor : Children ’ s Theatre Co . Min 5 / Max 12 . Sep 11-Dec 4
4420213-A Sa 9-9:45am $ 233 / 253
Fantasy Dance | Ages 3-4 Let ' s dance and become the unimaginable . Students learn dance techniques centered on the “ theme of the week ” which will include Frozen , Cinderella , and others . Focus is on an introduction to music and movement , while learning the basics of classical ballet like posture , positions , rhythm skills , coordination , and self-expression . This class creates the magic of movement , which leads student to fall in love with dancing ! Props used in class Instructor : Children ’ s Theatre Co . Min / Max 4 / 12 . No class Nov 25 & 27 .
Sep 2-Dec 2 4420205-A Th 12:25-1:10pm $ 252 / 272 Sep 11-Dec 4
4420205-B Sa 9:50-10:35am $ 252 / 272
Rainbows and Unicorns | Ages 3-5 Dancers learn ballet basics , modern musical rhythms , while they develop a foundation of basic classical ballet vocabulary and hip hop movements . Fun activities build coordination , discipline , and muscle control . Instructor : Children ’ s Theatre Co . Min / Max 5 / 12 . No class Sep 6 & Nov 27 .
Aug 30-Nov 29 4420215-A M 4:15-5:10pm $ 273 / 293 Sep 11-Dec 4
4420215-B Sa 10:40-11:25am $ 252 / 272
Ballet – Beginning | Grade K-3 Our beginner level ballet class introduces the structure of a traditional ballet class . Students learn the basic ballet principles , body positions , and terminology . No class Sep 15 . Min 4 / Max 12 . Sep 1-Dec 1
4420100-A W 4-4:55pm $ 232 / 252
Hip Hop - Beginning | Grade K-3 This beginner Hip Hop class introduces fun high energy music and moves to get you going ! Hip Hop refers to a style of dance that originated in the street and includes a very wide range of stylistic movements such as locking , popping , and breaking . Since this form of dance is more style-based instead of technique-based , its possibilities are endless . No class Sep 15 .
Sep 1-Dec 1 4420104-A W 5-5:55pm $ 232 / 252
THEATRE & PERFORMING ARTS
With equal measures of pluck and positivity little orphan Annie charms everyone ' s hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City . She is determined to find her parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage run by the cruel , embittered Miss Hannigan .
Performance Program * | Grades 2-6 Perform in a musical theater production on stage . Actors rehearse weekly under the direction of our highly-accredited vocal , dance , and drama instructors . The final performance includes original costumes , sound and set . Each child who auditions receives a part , an audio file and a script for personal practice . First rehearsal is mandatory . Instructor : Children ’ s Theatre Staff . Min / Max 8 / 20 . No class on Nov 27 . Final Performance : TBD Sep 11-Dec 4 Mandatory Auditions : THE FIRST DAY OF CLASS
4416202-C Sa 2:25-4pm $ 364 / 384 * Programs may be combined to achieve the number of required performers .
The Audition Clinic for Annie Jr .
Prepare for your Performance Program audition ! This is an optional singing , acting and dancing clinic which focuses on the essential skills that help improve your theatre skills . Instructor : Childrens Theatre Co . Min / Max 6 / 12 . Sep 4
4416202-D Sa 2:25-4pm $ 30 / 50
Musical Theatre Tots ! – Annie Tots ! | Ages 3-5 Students delight in performing the adventures of Annie ! Join us in a musical journey helping Annie while singing , dancing and acting along the way . Students perform in 3 songs and dances and receive 2 lines each in our final show . Make new friends , connect to the musical theatre , and build a community among young artists . Theatre helps develop social , language , physical , and cognitive skills . Costumes are provided at the final performance . Children must be potty-trained and ready for a drop-off group experience . Instructor : Children ’ s Theatre Staff . Min / Max 6 / 12 . No class Sep 6 & 16 . Final Performance will be during last scheduled class .
Aug 30-Nov 29 4416205-A M 3-4pm $ 284 / 304 Sep 2-Nov 18
4416205-B Th 1:15-2:15pm $ 240 / 260
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