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Thank You for your support of Viva Las Vegas!

The Dancer’s Alchemy Inc. would like to extend heartfelt gratitude to all of the community businesses and people who supported our 2nd annual “Viva Las Vegas” Casino Night Fundraiser through sponsorships, ticket sales, or donations for our raffle prizes and silent auction. The event was attended by close to 140 people who enjoyed delicious food prepared by Chef Jeremy Carrier of Sweet Waters Restaurant, a performance by The Dancer’s Edge Company, and of course authentic casino style gaming presented by Casino Party Nights Florida, Inc..
The evening was enjoyed by parents, families, friends, dance teachers, community business people, and arts organizations. The night ended with a decadent display of coffee and desserts to sweeten the announcement of the winners of the silent auction and raffle prizes. Grande prizes included a $750 cruise voucher and Orchestra seats to the Queen and Adam Lambert concert at the BB&T center later this year. We are very thankful for everyone’s generosity and coming together as a community to honor the importance of the arts in the lives of our youth and the spectators of all ages who enjoy them. A special thank you to our Chairperson, Roger Dunson, and the wonderful Committee that worked many hours to make our event fun and very successful!  
       
 
 

UBC Competition Results

The results are in for the Universal Ballet Competition in Miramar, Florida February 15-17!

  • Sienna Alpert placed in top 15 Senior Classical Competitive Division for her Lilac Fairy Variation from Sleeping Beauty – coached by Sandra Goodnough
  • Creation Hour placed in top 5 for Intermediate Level Junior Ensemble Division – Choreographed by Carlos L de Barros

Congratulations to all EBP participants performing Classical Variations, Contemporary Solos, Duet, and Ensemble works!

YAGP Regional Tampa Competition Results for Elite Ballet Program

Sienna Alpert and Tori Gilbert, members of the Elite Ballet Program (EBP), performed a duet titled “Rescued” at the YAGP Regional Tampa Competition January 4-6, 2019. Choreographed by Sandra Goodnough, this piece placed in the top 12 in the Ensemble Category!

Tori Gilbert also placed in the top 12 in the Junior Contemporary Solo Division for her solo “Aqua Vitae” choreographed by Carlos L. de Barros.

Brava to Sienna and Tori! We’re so proud of your achievements!

EBP will participate in the upcoming UBC competition and we will provide updates as available!

Love Affair Donations – 3 Ways to Donate

We’ve heard from several folks who are interested in making a donation which will go to Miss Joan Miller’s care by check rather than submitting online via PayPal.  There are 2 easy options if you’d like to donate by check: in person the evening of A Love Affair or by mailing your check to The Dancer’s Alchemy 1203 Knuth Road Boynton Beach, FL 33436.

Please be sure your check is made out to The Dancer’s Alchemy.

All proceeds are tax-deductible.  The Dancer’s Alchemy is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.  Tax ID for The Dancer’s Alchemy is: 16-1620182.

For those who would like to donate via PayPal, please do so online by using the “Donate” button here.

 

Pine Crest School’s Dance Etc. to Perform at A Love Affair to Honor Joan Miller

Brenda Gooden, Dance Director at Pine Crest School and her talented dancers, Dance Etc.,  will participate in A Love Affair: An Evening of Dance to Honor Joan Miller with Reception to follow on Saturday, February 27, 2016 at 7pm.

After graduating from the University of Oklahoma with a BFA in Ballet Pedagogy, Brenda danced professionally with Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre.  She desired a warmer climate which led to her moving to Fort Lauderdale, where she taught at the Atlantic Foundation’s Academy for the Performing Arts.  It was during this time that Brenda met and worked with Miss Joan during a collaboration between the Academy and Joan’s Palm Beach Ballet.  Brenda taught for Miss Joan for several years, as she established the dance department at Pine Crest School in Fort Lauderdale and helped to establish the performing group, “Dance Etc”. She is  completing her 35th year as Dance Director at Pine Crest and almost 40 years of friendship with our beloved Miss Joan.

Her Morning Elegance, music by Oren Lavie, will be performed by Pine Crest School’s Dance Etc.  This lovely interpretive, contemporary piece was choreographed by faculty member and Pine Crest graduate, Ashley Hammond (class of 2012).

A Love Affair will be held at Countess de Hoernle Theatre at Spanish River Community High School: 5100 Jog Road Boca Raton, FL 33496

Tickets

On sale now here. Order in advance and get a discounted rate.

Dedication Message for Miss Joan Miller

Anyone who wishes to send a message of gratitude and well-wishes to Miss Joan are invited to place this message in the show’s program.  The deadline to do so is January 31, 2016.  You can do so here.

All ticket sales, donations, and dedication program ads are tax-deductible and go toward the care of Miss Joan Miller as she lives with Alzheimer’s.  The Dancer’s Alchemy is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

The Dancer’s Edge Company Nuvo Competition Results are IN!

On Jan 8-10 The Dancer’s Edge Company traveled to Orlando to participate in the Nuvo Convention and Competition. They took classes in ballet, jazz, contemporary, tap, hip hop, and modern with Ray Leeper, Stacey Tookey from SYTYCD, and other well known teachers from LA.

Our dancers were awarded with many scholarships in ballet, jazz, hip hop, and tap.

Break out artists Awards:

  • Rachel Alicea , Tori Gilbert, Kevin Stricker, and Casey Noble

Stand outs Awards:

  • Ballet – Savanna Bourque, Christina Palermo, Rachel Ireland, Kayla Murry, Lily Sutton, & Madison Hollingshed
  • Tap – Tamesha Jean Loius
  • Jazz – Angelina Hall
  • Hip hop – Piper Smith, Maya Akins, & Adriana Mastrosimone

Competition:

  • Jai Ho – 1st overall extended line, 1st overall Specialty Category High Gold
  • Goatherd – Gold
  • Schooldays – Gold – 3rd overall in Musical Theatre
  • Julia Opal – High Gold in Ballet
  • Larissa Gabriel – Gold in Contemporary
  • Savannah Kern – Gold in Contemporary
  • Nyla George – Gold in Contemporary
  • Leah Stricker – Gold in Contemporary
  • Taylor Schmitt & Sienna Alpert – High Gold in Musical Theatre
  • Tori Gilbert & Christina Palermo – Gold in Musical Theatre

Bak Middle School of the Arts to Perform in A Love Affair

We are excited to announce that Bak Middle School of the Arts Dance Department will be performing to honor Joan Miller in the upcoming Love Affair Benefit performance!  This group has about 190 dance majors in grades 6-8, four full time faculty, and one Artist in Residence for West African Dance. Their mission is to develop technically proficient dancers who are versatile, thoughtful, and inquisitive. Guided by professionals in the field, the dancers train in classical ballet, a variety of modern and jazz styles, and cultural dances.

Through daily classes, rehearsals, and performances, these dancers develop creativity, discipline, and perseverance.  Field trips and residencies with American Dance Legacy Initiative and other guest teachers enhance the students’ growth in arts and academics. Performance opportunities include our annual concert, The Love Affair, Florida Honors Concert, MSOA Foundation events, Starfest at Bak, and Young Dancers in Concert. They are proud to have an active chapter of the National Honor Society for Dance Arts that supports dance programs through Very Special Arts Palm Beach and serves the community through dance.

Bak will be performing a modern piece, Flow Form, by Ruth Andrien, former Paul Taylor dancer.    

A Love Affair: An Evening of Dance to Honor Joan Miller is a benefit performance hosted by The Dancer’s Alchemy.  All proceeds will go toward the care of Miss Joan Miller, Palm Beach Ballet Icon, who is living with Alzheimer’s.  Miss Joan has made a huge impact across the dance community, often providing dance scholarships to those in need, and this performance is our way of giving back.

This show will be held Saturday, February 27, 2016 at 7pm at The Countess de Hoernle Theatre at Spanish River Community High School.  5100 Jog Road, Boca Raton, FL 33496.

Tickets are now available and can be purchased online here or over the phone by calling 561-901-4743. A reception will follow the performance.

For anyone who wishes to send a message of gratitude or well-wishes to Miss Joan, you may place a Dedication Ad in the program for this show.  The deadline for this is January 31st.  Learn how, here.