AZDance Group
Educational Outreach
Movement E-Motion (MEM)
Movement E-Motion is AZDance's most inspirational and educational outreach program. This dance program, shortened to "MEM", is designed to increase physical activity, movement, expression and dance for individuals age 13 to seniors with Down Syndrome, Autism and those with physical challenges.
Created and directed by Kenda Newbury, this dance program for individuals with different abilities was implemented in September 2005 with thanks from a grant from the Molly Lawson Foundation and the Arizona Community Foundation. Past support is from the Rotary Club of Anthem, Friends of AZDance Group and Kenda Newbury.
Please visit the page "Movement E-Motion" for more information on this very special program.
Movement E-Motion is AZDance's most inspirational and educational outreach program. This dance program, shortened to "MEM", is designed to increase physical activity, movement, expression and dance for individuals age 13 to seniors with Down Syndrome, Autism and those with physical challenges.
Created and directed by Kenda Newbury, this dance program for individuals with different abilities was implemented in September 2005 with thanks from a grant from the Molly Lawson Foundation and the Arizona Community Foundation. Past support is from the Rotary Club of Anthem, Friends of AZDance Group and Kenda Newbury.
Please visit the page "Movement E-Motion" for more information on this very special program.
Apprentice Company*
The apprentice company was formed in the early stages when Kenda Newbury realized that the younger, serious dancers had limited performance outlets in the professional environment.
Knowing the benefits of gaining "real-life" concert dance experiences moved Ms. Newbury to begin a Junior Company, now formerly known as the Apprentice Company.
There are various positions within this grouping: Apprentice, Trainee and Pre-Trainee. Each "position" guarantees a positive yet challenging approach to correct dance technique and training. Each participant will have the opportunity to take advantage of learning from their peers as well as being exposed to various ways in which to move within a technique.
Community Education Outreach Program (CEOP)*
The CEOP is a program that was created in February 2007 strictly for those high school dance students enrolled in their own high school dance program that perform well and with a certain quality. The director visits the schools, watches performers during their winter performances and invites students to come take company class and work with the company during the spring season. Based more so on performance quality over technique, students gain incredible experiences during their time with AZDance Group.
Children's Christmas Company*
This program allows children the opportunity to learn choreography and perform with the entire company and their programs during the Christmas season.
* programs require an audition process.
The apprentice company was formed in the early stages when Kenda Newbury realized that the younger, serious dancers had limited performance outlets in the professional environment.
Knowing the benefits of gaining "real-life" concert dance experiences moved Ms. Newbury to begin a Junior Company, now formerly known as the Apprentice Company.
There are various positions within this grouping: Apprentice, Trainee and Pre-Trainee. Each "position" guarantees a positive yet challenging approach to correct dance technique and training. Each participant will have the opportunity to take advantage of learning from their peers as well as being exposed to various ways in which to move within a technique.
Community Education Outreach Program (CEOP)*
The CEOP is a program that was created in February 2007 strictly for those high school dance students enrolled in their own high school dance program that perform well and with a certain quality. The director visits the schools, watches performers during their winter performances and invites students to come take company class and work with the company during the spring season. Based more so on performance quality over technique, students gain incredible experiences during their time with AZDance Group.
Children's Christmas Company*
This program allows children the opportunity to learn choreography and perform with the entire company and their programs during the Christmas season.
* programs require an audition process.
Classes
Company Class - is normally available prior to each company rehearsal. $8.00 cash. Call prior to attending in order to reserve your spot. Trained dancers only.
Movement E-Motion Classes - will be held Wednesdays, 2:15-3:30pm in North Phoenix off the 101 and Beardsley. Registration fee and registration for the Fall 2010-2011 is available now. $45 per child/semester and class which assists in costume, insurance and other costs, payable to AZDance Group MEM.
Open Viewing
Rehearsals - We encourage the community to come view the dancers in rehearsal. Donations encouraged. Please call prior to attending in order to reserve your spot.
Company Class - is normally available prior to each company rehearsal. $8.00 cash. Call prior to attending in order to reserve your spot. Trained dancers only.
Movement E-Motion Classes - will be held Wednesdays, 2:15-3:30pm in North Phoenix off the 101 and Beardsley. Registration fee and registration for the Fall 2010-2011 is available now. $45 per child/semester and class which assists in costume, insurance and other costs, payable to AZDance Group MEM.
Open Viewing
Rehearsals - We encourage the community to come view the dancers in rehearsal. Donations encouraged. Please call prior to attending in order to reserve your spot.
