Our Programs
TDCA Concert
On May 22nd and 23rd, the dancers of the dancers of the TDC Academy will present a dance concert in celebration of their instructional year. This concert is intended to give the young students the opportunity to learn performance and presentation skills. This culmination of the season training can be seen not only in technique, but in the areas of confidence and the joy of dance expression in performance. To fully understand the development and syllabus training of the TDC Academy, please take the opportunity to join us at both of these events.
Parent Visitations
A visitation date will be announced during the season and gives the parent(s) a wonderful opportunity to understand class structure and development. Daily classes are closed to observation.
2007 Parent Visitation is December 3rd - 8th
Student Evaluations
Two evaluations of the students progress will be reported during the academic year. The first will be before the Winter break and the final will be a post-demonstration report. Evaluations by each instructor will be given and are based on the following criteria: Attendance and tardiness, attentiveness, etiquette, posture/body awareness, musicality, and comprehension/execution of the TDC Syllabus per class level. Post evaluation consultations are available by appointment.
Visions In Rhythm
Tapestry Dance Company's pre-apprentice company
Under the guidance of Artistic Director Deirdre Strand, this junior level company is directed by Tasha Lawson and explores the Tapestry philosophy throught the rehearsal process and public performance. The VIR members will rehearse with guest and resident choreographers in the development of multi-form concert works ranging from ballet, jazz, modern, tap and ethnic.
TDC Academy Opportunities
Apprenticeships are an opportunity offered to a limited number of mature TDC Academy students who show exceptional promise in the area of professional dance. These students are periodically chosen by the TDC Artistic Director to fill limited training positions that become available within the professional company. Limited work/barters are also available to academy students 16 yrs. and up.
