Thank you for reading the School of Dance March Newsletter! You will find information on important dates, events, and upcoming performances!
This newsletter includes:
Important Dates & Events
- Mar. 3 | Irish Ceili Celebration at Lawrence Public Library
- Mar. 4-8 | Final Session A Classes
- Mar. 4-10 | Class Observation Week
- Mar. 11-15 | No Classes due to Spring Dance Production
- Mar. 14 | Dance Parade Workshop (Studio A, 4:30-5:30pm)
- Mar. 17-22 | Spring Break/No Regular Classes
- Mar. 17 | St. Patrick’s Day/Irish Parade
- Mar. 25 | Start of Session B Classes
- March 30 | Scholarship Auditions for Carmine Ballere & LDI
- April 1 | Tickets on Sale for End of Year Showcase
- April 1-8 | Summer Enrollment
Upcoming Performances
- Mar. 14-15 | School of Dance’s Spring Multi-Dance Production
- March 14 | 7pm
- March 15 | 2pm, 7pm
- April 18-19 | Lawrence Ballet Theatre’s Emergence
- April 18 | 7pm
- April 19 | 2pm
- May 16-17 | School of Dance’s End of Year Showcases
- Fri, May 16 | 7pm
- Sat, May 17 | 11am, 4:30pm, 7:30pm
Important Dates & Events
Mar. 3 | Irish Ceili Celebration at Lawrence Public Library, 6pm
In Irish, the word “céilí” (KAY-LEE) means party! Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day by enjoying a free Irish Step Dance performance and participating in traditional Irish group dances led by Annie Stark. This is a guided workshop designed for all ages.
Mar. 4-8 | Final Session A Classes
Session A classes will be ending this week. Final class showings for some youth classes. Details will be sent out via email.
Mar. 4-10 | Class Observation Week
Full session youth classes only. Families and caregivers are invited in to watch the whole class!
Mar. 11-15 | No Classes due to Spring Dance Production
No classes due to Alice in Wonderland. Come see the show!
Mar. 14 | Dance Parade Workshop (Studio A, 4:30-5:30pm)
Dance with us in the Lawrence St. Patricks Day Parade! Must be a current LAC Irish dance student (any age) or LAC dance student (10yrs or older) and attend the Parade Dance Workshop on Friday, Mar. 14 at 4:30-5:30pm at 10th & Mass Studios in Studio A.
Mar. 17-22 | Spring Break/No Regular Classes
No classes during spring break!
Mar. 17 | St. Patrick’s Day/Irish Parade
Cheer on our Irish Dancers in the 2025 Lawrence St. Pat’s Parade! The parade starts in Downtown Lawrence and will travel over the river into North Lawrence. Anyone can walk in the parade with the Irish Dancers!
Mar. 25 | Start of Session B Classes
Join us for session b classes! Hip Hop I, Afrodance, Pilates and more!
Check out our class offerings here.
March 30 | Scholarship Auditions for Carmine Ballere & LDI
Sunday, March 30 | 1-2:30 pm | 10th & Mass Studios
Online registration is required by Thursday, March 28. Register for both to be considered for both!
LDI INFO:
Since 2016, the Lawrence Dance Intensive (LDI) has connected regional dancers with distinguished instructors and guest artists to enrich students’ skills and artistry. This summer, LDI returns to host a series of summer programs for contemporary and ballet dancers ages 11-21 years. Based on a diverse and well-balanced curriculum, this program strives to develop the artists of tomorrow.
CARMINE BALLERE INFO:
Established in 1997, the Carmine Ballere Scholarship is awarded to students who have demonstrated excellence and commitment in dance. Encouraging the study of ballet and a lifelong devotion to dance, the scholarship covers the cost of four ballet and pointe classes per week, as well as all production and participation fees during the Fall & Winter/Spring semesters. Awardees are required to serve as teachers’ assistants for one Preschool/Kinder class per week, and must currently be enrolled in Ballet IV-VII to audition. To apply, students must attend a scheduled in-person audition.
April 1-8 | Summer Enrollment
Summer Enrollment will open for members on April 1 and for non-members on April 8. We have some awesome summer camps, classes, and programs scheduled that you don’t want to miss!
Upcoming Performances
Mar. 14-15 | School of Dance’s Spring Multi-Dance Production
Mar 14 | 7pm
Mar 15 | 2 & 7pm
$20 | In-Person
$20 | Livestream
$15 | Students
Experience the fantastical world of Wonderland through Alice’s eyes in this multi-genre, original dance production. Based on Lewis Carroll’s classic tale Alice’s Adventure in Wonderland and reimagined for the Lawrence Arts Center’s mainstage, the story follows curious Alice as she follows the white rabbit into a wild and wondrous world where she encounters the insightful Caterpillar, the mysterious Cheshire Cat, the mad Mad Hatter and of course, the formidable Queen of Hearts.This will be an exciting production that’s sure to please! Artistic Director and Choreographer Paige Patterson-Comparato, with choreography from other LAC instructors.
April 18-19 | Lawrence Ballet Theatre’s Emergence
April 18 | 7pm
April 19 | 2pm
Join the Arts Center’s pre-professional dance company, Lawrence Ballet Theatre, for an exciting evening of dance. Featuring original works by local and nationally recognized choreographers the evening will have something for everyone. For 14 years, LBT has delighted audiences with classical and contemporary works. A performance by this Regional Dance America/MidStates Honor company is not to be missed!
Early bird tickets through April 4!!
May 16-17 | School of Dance’s End of Year Showcases
May 16 | 7pm
May 17 | 11am, 4:30pm, 7:30pm
This annual event celebrates the achievement of the School of Dance students with senior solos and select class-based performances. Student participation is free and includes one complimentary ticket. Additional tickets are $14 each. Tickets go on sale on April 1. More info for participants will be sent out via email and posted to the cast hub.
