Session 1: The Wonders of Winter
January 11 - February 9 (no classes 1/18, 1/19)
Parents, Caregivers and their young dancers will dance to Waltz of the Snowflakes from Nutcracker and Vivaldi’s Winter as they explore the wonders
of our beautiful Colorado winters. The energy and movements of gently falling snow and sharp, angular icicles along with winter themed interactive exercises and music will foster imagination
and growth.
Session 2: Love is in the Air
February 15 - March 20 (no classes 2/24 - 27)
Parents, Caregivers and their young dancers will be introduced to Cupid from the ballet Don Quixote and the love story between the characters Kitri and Basilio. Feelings of
happiness, caring and love through movement, music, shapes and patterns associated with these feelings will be explored through movement and music. Love is in the Air is designed to help our
youngest students cope with the stresses of the current pandemic and is sure to help our adults as well!
Session 3: Signs of Spring
March 22 - April 24 (no classes 3/29 - 4/3)
Parents, Caregivers and their young dancers will dance for the change of season through Vivaldi’s Spring and the Spring Variation from the
ballet Cinderella. New growth and rebirth will be explored through imaginative movements representing dormant winter life waking up after a long rest. Seedlings growing, flowers
opening and birds hatching and more will be expressed through dance and music.
Session 4: A Trip to Italy
April 26 - May 22 (finishes one week after regular Academy classes)
Parents, Caregivers and their young dancers will take an imaginary trip to Italy as they explore the ballet Flower Festival at Genzano. Participants will learn about the
different flowers, vibrant floral arrangements and related festivities celebrated at this annual Italian tradition as they paint an imaginary, colorful picture incorporating shapes, levels,
dance movements and music.
If minimum enrollment is not reached the Thursday prior to the first class, classes may be combined or canceled.
