AUDITION FOR 2024-25 COMPANIES
Auditions for 24-25 Company have already taken place. Congrats to all who made the company!
WHY DANCE WITH US?
The GADA Dance Company is more than just a group of competitors. Rather, we are a group of inspired artists who place performing with the heart above winning. We believe that dancing to win a competition limits the artistic potential of a performance. Which is why we are upfront that our company does not compete. The goal of our academy is not to win trophies, but rather honor the expression, integrity, and art of dance. What our dancers can do by performing with their hearts does more for their growth as an artist and individual, our academy and the art of dance, than a trophy ever could.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
Heartsong Dance Co was created to give zealous dancers a chance to experience MORE! And by more, we mean, more performances, more choreography, more styles, more responsibility, more commitment and more art.
To us, dance is an art form first and foremost. We respect the athletic endeavors it can include, but we think something is lost in the magic of dance when it is treated solely as a sport.
We want dancers to grow and gain technique, BUT we want them to also grow as artists and learn what it means to create and express as a company as well as solo dancers. In order to meet that goal, we create opportunities each year that we think will enrich our dancers as dancers and as young adults.
THE HEARTSONG DANCE COMPANY
WEEKLY CLASSES
Heartsong dancers are expected to continue growing in all styles of dance throughout the year and are required to take class in both summer and fall/spring sessions. Summer requirement: heartsong dance intensive and minimum of two classes per session. Fall/spring requirements: two ballet classes a week as well as one tap and one jazz class.
REHEARSALS
Rehearsals take place on Saturday mornings, typically from 9am-noon. Rehearsals are our time to bond as a company and for students to grow as individuals and dancers equally. In order to ensure the integrity of the company, and the physical, mental and technical growth of its members, dancers are expected to attend all scheduled rehearsals. If you must miss a rehearsal, dancers must notify Sarah ASAP, in writing (paper or email is fine), with MORE than a week’s notice. MISSING MORE THAN 2 SATURDAYS each semester (Sept-Dec and Jan-April) is not allowed and will result in being taken out of some, if not all, pieces.
Dress rehearsals are mandatory - a missed DRESS rehearsal, which is the rehearsal before a performance, IS considered a missed performance, no exceptions.
Students are expected to practice choreography at home between rehearsals. The company will learn much faster if choreography doesn’t have to be re-taught each week. If a student misses a rehearsal, it is their responsibility to get caught up with a fellow dancer BEFORE the next rehearsal takes place. We try to post practice videos to our group BAND for the dancers to use to practice with.
COSTS
Heartsong Intensive: $395
Monthly fee: Co expenses are rolled into one lump sum and then divided into equal payments of $85 made August 2024-May 2025. These monthly fees cover:
- Saturday rehearsals
- Guest choreography fees
- Costume rental fee
- Required company performance wear
- Master Classes
- Winter/ Spring Concert Costs and Choreo Showcase Costs
**NOT INCLUDED Convention entry fees, solo choreography fees, TRAVEL trips (more info to be announced soon):
Est REQUIRED convention cost $300 + group entry fees (average $50 per dance, dancers typically take 1-3 dances)
