PARENT AND STUDENT HANDBOOK 2017-2018 · and music through the study of classical ballet. Under the artistic direction of Thomas Vacanti and Maryanne Kodzis, dancers learn both contemporary

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PVB Training Program Handbook 2017-2018

PARENT AND STUDENT HANDBOOK

2017-2018

Maryanne Kodzis and Thomas Vacanti, Co-Artistic Directors

Lisa Baldyga, Head of School

Martha Potyrala, Program and Operations Director

The Eastworks Building

116 Pleasant St., Suite 155

Easthampton, MA 01027

Phone: 413.527.6363

[email protected]

www.pioneervalleyballet.org

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION 3

PIONEER VALLEY BALLET GENERAL INFORMATION AND POLICIES 3

2017-2018 Closed Dates Calendar 3

PVB Lobby Hours (Open for Classes) 4

Communication with PVB 4

Student Arrival/Departure Policy 4

Student Etiquette 5

Attire. 5

Attendance and Punctuality 6

Absences 6

Inclement Weather 6

Make-up Classes 6

Visitors’ Week 6

Evaluation and Placement 7

Private Lessons 7

Dressing Rooms 7

Lost and Found 7

Food 7

Pets 7

Cell Phones 7

Photography and Videography 8

First Aid 8

CLASS SCHEDULE 2017-2018 8

REGISTRATION, TUITION, AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION 9-12

Registration 9

Registration Fees 9

Enrollment Policies 11

Payment Policies 12

Financial Assistance 12

Class Cancellation Due to Under-Enrollment 13

PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES 14

The Nutcracker 14

The Little Mermaid 14

Additional Performances & Community Appearances 14

Year End Performance 14

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES 14

SUPPORTING PIONEER VALLEY BALLET 15

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INTRODUCTION

Pioneer Valley Ballet is a local non-profit that fosters an appreciation of dance on a regional

level for local audiences, gives dedicated young dancers the opportunity to perform at a pre-

professional level and provides all children the opportunity to experience the joys of movement

and music through the study of classical ballet.

Under the artistic direction of Thomas Vacanti and Maryanne Kodzis, dancers learn both

contemporary and classical choreography throughout the year in classes and on-stage. PVB’s

training program creates determined, strong, and supple dancers who possess poise, confidence,

and self-respect. Whether or not children aspire to professional dance careers, the exercises and

teaching styles used in ballet classes create strong, healthy students.

Pioneer Valley Ballet accepts students of any race, color, sexual orientation, ancestry, religious

affiliation, national and ethnic origin.

PIONEER VALLEY BALLET GENERAL INFORMATION AND

POLICIES

2017-2018 Calendar Closing Dates Because our class schedule is based on weeks and not a calendar year, there will be fewer

holidays that we do not hold class. Unless noted below, there will be class including Columbus

and Veterans’ Days. Our website has a calendar that is updated frequently.

November 19-26

December 1 through January 8

February 18-25

April 1 -8

May 28

June 24-30

July 1-9

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PVB Lobby Hours (Open for Classes)* During the Training Sessions Fall, Winter and Spring: (Summer Days are Tuesday-Thursday)

Monday: 4:00-7:30pm

Tuesday: 4:00-7:30pm

Wednesday: 4:00-7:30pm

Thursday: 4:00-7:30pm

Friday: 4:00-7:30pm

Saturday: 8:45-11:00am

Sunday: Closed with the exception of Adult Ballet class 4:30-6pm

*The Program and Operations Director is generally available at the office Monday – Friday 1:00-

6:00pm and Saturday 9:00am-1:00pm during production months. Summer hours vary.

Communication with PVB Students or parents who have questions regarding dance classes, curriculum, performances, or an

individual student’s progress should contact the Program and Operations Director by email,

phone, or in-person. We will make reasonable efforts to respond to inquiries within two business

days.

If you would like to speak directly with faculty members, you must schedule a time to meet with

them. Teachers teach back to back without a time in between. You can email or call the Program

and Operations Director ahead of time and she will let the faculty member know that you’d like

to schedule a meeting.

Maryanne Kodzis, Co-Artistic Director and Thomas Vacanti, Co-Artistic Director:

[email protected]

Lisa Baldyga, Head of School: [email protected]

Martha Potyrala, Program and Operations Director: [email protected]

Student Arrival/Departure Policy All children under the age of 12 must be accompanied to and from the PVB lobby by an adult

when arriving for and departing from class. Please arrive promptly to ensure that your dancer is

ready for class and please pick up your dancer on time. PVB cannot offer supervision between

the Eastworks front door and the PVB studios.

Students should not arrive more than 30 minutes prior to their classes as we cannot guarantee

there will be a staff member onsite or that the PVB doors will be open.

There is not a staff member at the desk for the closing of the last class at night. There is not a

person to answer the phone after the Program Director leaves. Please be prompt in picking up

your child. If parents/guardians are more than 15 minutes late on more than one occasion, there

will be a fee of $10 dollars for every 15 minutes of wait time. We have to pay for staff to cover

the studio until all students are picked up.

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Students should have covering clothing entering and exiting PVB. Eastworks is a public place of

business. Our students should be covered with tops and bottoms when entering and exiting the

building. Please make sure that dancers have clothing for walks to locations in the building.

Student Etiquette Pioneer Valley Ballet has a high standard of professional behavior. Proper etiquette for a dancer

will not only enhance their study at PVB, but will carry over into their academic life and

professional future. Students are expected to be prepared for class, focused and dedicated in the

studio, and productive with their time before and after class. Students should not be engaged in

social conversations during class. BEHAVIOR IN REHEARSAL AND PERFORMANCE - Dancers must be good representatives of

PVB and positive role models for other dancers. It is the dancer’s responsibility to show respect for PVB

staff and volunteers, theatre personnel, and fellow performers in class, rehearsal and performance.

Respect is also shown to the PVB studio facilities and the Academy of Music theatre facilities by keeping

them clean, which includes picking up your personal items and trash. This also includes taking care of

costumes by hanging them up, not sitting in them, and not eating or drinking while in costume.

Harassment or bullying of any kind by dancers or their parents/guardians will not be tolerated and will be

grounds for removal from performances and/or classes or dismissal from PVB.

Dancers and parents will accept the Artistic Directors’ casting decisions with maturity

and professionalism.

GENERAL HEALTH AND DANCE TECHNIQUE - Dancers must maintain good dance and pointe

technique with at least three classes per week (two with pointe work in addition to pointe class). It is the

dancer’s responsibility to maintain good general health and stamina by eating well and getting proper rest.

Poor technique and/or health may result in fewer performances or dismissal from the production. If there

is suspected physical or mental health concerns of the dancer or self-harm by the dancer is suspected,

Artistic Directors may request that a dancer take a break from training at PVB, and/or a removal

from the production or performance or dismissal from PVB.

Zero Tolerance for Use of Drugs or Alcohol: PVB has a zero tolerance for its dancers using or

in possession of alcohol or drugs illegal under federal or state law, including marijuana and the

misuse of prescription drugs, while the dancers are at PVB studios or performance venues.

Reasonable suspicion or confirmed use or possession of alcohol or drugs illegal under federal or

state law, or of being under the influence of alcohol or drugs illegal federal or state law, while

the dancers are at PVB studios or performance venues, including but not limited to The Academy

of Music, will result in IMMEDIATE dismissal from the studio/venue AND production, and all

future PVB classes, rehearsals and productions.

Attire Pioneer Valley Ballet maintains a dress code to encourage concentration and professionalism.

Students are required to wear the leotard assigned to their level, listed below.

Adult Sizes Mirella » Leotard style #207L

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Child Sizes Mirella » Leotard style #207C

These are thin strapped leotards.

Pre-Ballet Pink leotard, pink tights, pink ballet slippers

Ballet Intro Light Blue leotard, pink tights, pink ballet slippers

Ballet I Buttercup leotard, pink tights, pink ballet slippers

Ballet II Seafoam leotard, pink tights, pink ballet slippers

Ballet III/Pre-Pointe Lilac leotard, pink tights, pink ballet slippers and pre-pointe shoes with

permission of teacher

Intermediate I Royal Blue leotard, pink tights, pink ballet slippers and pointe shoes

Intermediate II Navy blue leotard, pink tights, pink ballet slippers and pointe shoes

Intermediate Ballet III Maroon/burgundy leotard, pink tights, pink ballet slippers and pointe

shoes

PreAdvanced Ballet/Pointe Plum leotard, pink tights, pink ballet slippers and pointe shoes

Advanced Ballet/Pointe Black leotard, pink tights, pink ballet slippers and pointe shoes

Boys White t-shirt, black tights, white socks, and white ballet slippers

Modern Any solid color leotard and tights, bare feet

Jazz/Musical Theatre Solid color comfortable clothes you can move in or solid color leotard

and tights. Jazz shoes or ballet slippers. No bare feet.

Adults Snug fitting movement wear, ballet slippers or stocking feet.

● Long hair should be pulled up into a neat bun; short hair should be tidy and held back

from the face. Necklaces, watches, bracelets and rings must be removed.

● Warm-up attire may not be worn in the studio.

● Dance shoes should not be worn outside the studio.

PVB maintains a drawer of leotards, tights, and ballet slippers that students may borrow as

needed. If you have ballet attire that your child has outgrown and would like to donate it to the

studio, we welcome additions.

Attendance and Punctuality Regular, punctual attendance is important to a student’s progress. Being on time for class is

essential. Students who are more than fifteen minutes late may be asked to observe the remainder

of class, as they may not be properly warmed up. Students who must arrive late or leave early on

a particular occasion should notify their instructor in advance.

Absences All students must notify the Program and Office Director of any absences or tardies. Students are

allowed absences for illness, injury, death in the family, certain religious or mandatory academic

school-related obligations, personal and family emergency, or auditions (for Advanced

Students). Advanced and Intermediate dancers must write known absences on the calendar

provided to them.

Students who are excused from classes for medical reasons must supply a doctor’s note of

approval for returning to class. Credit will not be given for missed classes due to illness, snow

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days, or personal commitments, but students may have makeup classes. (See Makeup Classes

below) Refund requests after the first week of class will be made at the sole discretion of the

Program and Office Director for extreme medical and humanitarian reasons only. A doctor’s

note for medical reason or supporting proof for humanitarian reason must be presented. Unless

the student will no longer be training at PVB, approved refunds will ONLY be in the form of

credit for future training fees.

Inclement Weather Pioneer Valley Ballet may cancel classes at any time if weather conditions are thought to be

hazardous and/or travel to PVB may be unsafe for students, families, or teachers.

It is the responsibility of students and their families to contact PVB for the most updated

information regarding class schedules and cancellations. Weather-related cancellations will be

announced via email, voicemail message at 413.527.6363, and on Facebook

(www.facebook.com/PioneerValleyBallet) as soon as a decision is made.

Make-up Classes Students can make-up classes for those missed due to illness, inclement weather, etc. Students

should attend a similar or lower level class of their choice within a two week period of the

absence.

Visitors’ Week Families are welcome to observe classes three a year, once in each training season, during the

last portion of class. Cell phones must be turned off and videography and photography are not

permitted. We kindly ask that you do not talk during observation so that full attention is given to

our students and teachers. Teachers will open the doors when families may enter.

Evaluation and Placement Students are evaluated in the final month of the training program each year by faculty and the

Artistic Directors. All class placement recommendations and decisions are final. Written

placement letters will be sent to each student following the Year End Performance.

New student placement is determined first by age and prior experience. A free trial/placement

class in which the student is observed by the Head of School or her designated instructor is

utilized to finalize placement.

Private Lessons Private lessons are recommended for students who are looking to advance their skills and

maintain their training, especially during the summer months or other breaks in the training

program. To schedule a private lesson, schedule them online or contact the studio with preferred

time and teacher. PVB will make arrangements with the preferred trainer. Private lessons range

in scale for the instructor per hour and payments must be made to Pioneer Valley Ballet. You

may schedule them through the registration site or the front desk.

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Fees: Artisitc Directors- $75 per hour and other Faculty- $60 per hour

Dressing Rooms Dressing rooms are for the students’ benefit and must be kept clean and tidy out of respect for all

students, PVB staff, and maintenance staff.

Lost and Found Pioneer Valley Ballet is not responsible for any lost or stolen items. Students are discouraged

from bringing valuable items to the studio. Any item found at PVB should be taken to the Front

Desk or the Lost and Found Box. If you have lost a valuable item, please contact the Program

and Office Manager.

Food Food is allowed in the lobby and dressing rooms. No food, gum, or drinks other than water are

allowed in the studios. PVB is not nut-free, however, we encourage students to bring nut-free

snacks to reduce potential allergic reactions.

Snacks are available for purchase in the lobby on an honor system. Payment for snacks and water

is due at the time of purchase.

Pets Pets including small dogs are not allowed in Pioneer Valley Ballet unless they are a service

animal.

Cell Phones Student use of cell phones is strictly prohibited in the studios, dressing rooms, and hall. Students

may use their phone only when calling a parent or ride and must move to the lobby to place the

call. Faculty may ask Advanced and Intermediate III dancers to utilize the cell phone holder for

rehearsals. Adults are asked to silence their phones while at PVB and move to the hallway

outside of PVB when placing or accepting calls. Please note that photos are not permitted in the

dressing rooms.

Photography and Videography

For the privacy of others, personal photography and videography are strictly prohibited by

dancers and families at Pioneer Valley Ballet.

First Aid In the event of minor injury, PVB staff will offer basic first aid including ice or band-aids. If a

more severe injury or illness occurs, PVB staff will call parents and emergency services as

needed.

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CLASS SCHEDULE 2017-2018

Changes to the curriculum and class organization: Families who have been with PVB for some time will notice a change in the organization of

classes, registration and production. These changes were organized to create a studio experience

that supports many different levels of ballet dancers.

Seasons 10/11 week Pre-professional classes 8 week Community classes Fall: September 12th-December 1st

Winter: January 8th-March 31st

Spring: April 9th-June 22nd

Summer: July 9th

-August 17th

Classes These are some options and pricing available for dancers in the 2017-2018 year:

Young Division 10/11 week session

Pre-ballet (age 5 by September 2017) Wednesday 4:30-5:15pm or 6-6:45pm $159.00

Ballet Intro (age 6 by September 2017) Wednesday 6-6:45pm $159.00

Ballet 1 (age 7 by September 2017) Friday 4:30-5:30pm $175.00

Ballet 2 (age 8 by September 2017) Tuesdays and Thursdays 6-7pm $325.00

Ballet 3 (age 9 by September 2017) Tuesdays and Thursdays 6-7pm $325.00

Intermediate Division 10/11 week session

Intermediate I A (age 9/10 by September 2017 and by placement) Monday, Tuesday, Friday 4:30-6:00pm

One technique class $250.00/ class pack $675.00

Intermediate I B (age 9/10 by September 2017 and by placement) Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 6-7:30pm


Prepointe/pointe $49.00 by placement of instructor

Intermediate II (by placement) Monday Technique Class 4:30-6pm, Monday Pointe Class 6-6:45pm

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Tuesday Technique Class 4:30-6pm, Tuesday Repertory Class 6-7:30pm

Thursday Technique Class 4:30-6pm, Thursday Repertory Class 6-7:30pm

One technique class $250.00/ 3 class pack $675.00

Repertory class- 2 classes must be attended $350

Pointe class $100.00

Intermediate III (by placement) Tuesday Technique Class 4:30-6pm, Tuesday Repertory Class 6-7:30pm

Thursday Technique Class 4:30-6pm, Thursday Repertory Class 6-7:30pm

Saturday Technique Class 9-11:00am, Saturday Pointe Class 11-11:45am


Repertory class- 2 classes must be attended $350.00

Pointe class $100.00

Advanced Division 10/11 week session

Pre-Advanced (By placement only) Monday Technique Class 4:30-6pm, Monday Repertory Class 6-7:30pm

Tuesday Contemporary Ballet 4:30-6pm

Wednesday Technique Class 4:30-6pm, Wednesday Repertory Class 6-7:30pm

Thursday Technique Class 4:30-6pm

Friday Technique Class 4:30-6pm

Saturday Technique class 9-11:00am

Advanced

(By placement only) Monday Technique Class 4:30-6pm, Monday Repertory Class 6-7:30pm

Tuesday Contemporary Ballet 4:30-6pm

Wednesday Technique Class 4:30-6pm, Wednesday Repertory Class 6-7:30pm

Friday Technique Class 4:30-6pm, Friday Variations Class 6-7:30pm

Saturday Technique class 9-10:30am

One technique class $225.00/ 4 class pack $750.00

Repertory class-2 classes must be attended $350.00

Contemporary ballet or Variations class $200.00

Specialty Classes 10/11 week sessions

Adult Ballet (new rates) Sundays 4:30-6pm

Adult $18.00 drop in rate/Adult 10 Class card for $150.00

College $15.00 drop in/10 College Class card for $135.00

Modern for ages 9-15 Wednesdays 6:45-7:45 $175.00

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Jazz/Musical Theater for ages 9-15 Thursday 5:30-6:30pm (Sessions TBA) $175.00

Community Ballet 8 week session

Ages 4-5 Wednesday 5:15-6:00pm or Saturday 11:15-12pm $115

Registration process:

Online registration is through Dance Studio Pro. https://dancestudio-pro.com/online/pvb

Using this link parents can, create an account, sign up for classes, pay for classes and keep track

of attendance and payments.

After using this online registration, parents will receive an email from PVB. The system only

allows enrollment for classes in the child’s age range. Only age appropriate classes will be

shown.

Students may register for each class separately each season. We have four seasons: Fall, Winter,

Spring and Summer. Fall, Winter and Spring seasons run 10/11 weeks and the Summer will run

for 6 weeks. Students can change their days and classes every session as their schedules may

change. To enroll in the next session, the student’s tuition balance will have to be zero.

All registrations will happen online, but know that there is a human who can override or change

items that have been incorrect.

Note: Fall Season opens in July. The Winter season opens in October. The Spring season opens

in February. The Summer season opens in May.

Waivers To enroll in class parents and students will need to sign the waiver forms which are online. They

are located in the dancer’s account under the menu tabs at the top.

Changes to the casting and production process: Dancers in Advanced, Intermediate III and Intermediate II will no longer pay audition fees.

PVB dancers will be able to audition separately from the Community audition days.

The Spring production will now be open only to PVB students Preballet and above. There will

not be an open Community audition for the Spring ballet. This is an opportunity for our PVB

dancers to perform.

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Q. If I am in productions, when will rehearsals take place?

A. We have moved most rehearsals for productions off of Saturdays. There are times during

weeknights, Fridays and a small group on Saturdays.

Q. Will I have to take a certain number of classes each session?

A. Yes, to be in good standing as a dancer at a certain level, you should take all classes that are

offered in a week. Advancement in class levels are by age, and fulfillment of previous training

levels. You may choose not to take all of the classes. Repertory does not count as a technique

class. Intermediate II and Intermediate III pointe class will require at least 2 ballet technique

classes per week for enrollment.

Q. Advanced, Intermediate II and III only: If I don’t sign up for Repertory class will I be able

to be in the production?

A. No. You will need to sign up for the Repertory class to be in the production.

Q. Advanced only: If I don’t sign up for Variations class will I be cast in a divertissement part in

the performance?

A. No. You will learn that type of choreography in Variations class. Casting decisions will be

made about divertissement by November. If you do not take Variations, you will not have a

chance to be cast in that role. There is no guarantee that you will be cast in a particular role

based on taking this class. All roles are cast by the Artistic Directors.

REGISTRATION, TUITION, AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Registration All registration materials including registration form, emergency information, and medical

waivers must be filled out and updated each year before classes begin. This process happens

online through Dance Studio Pro at this link: https://dancestudio-pro.com/online/pvb

Participation in the training and summer programs is contingent upon submission of all

necessary forms and the payment of all outstanding balances. Pioneer Valley Ballet reserves the

right to refuse participation if required registration forms have not been received.

Registration Fees

A $10 non-refundable registration fee is required for each student at the time of registration for

each session.

Enrollment Policies Enrollment in the full class load ensures proper training and advancement. Students are

encouraged but not required to sign up for the full class load for their designated level.

Advanced and Intermediate II and III dancers who expect to be in the on pointe or in the Corps

for performances must attend class (at a minimum) three days of technique and one pointe class.

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Payment Policies

Each season’s payments are due at the time of registration. All registration happens online.

There are choices for online payments or you can bring in cash or checks to the studio for

processing. Online payments do incur a service fee because the credit card provider charges the

fee to us.

There are no refunds for classes after the first week. If medical conditions require a lengthy

absence from class, students must produce a doctor’s note to receive a partial refund or class

credit. If there is a medical leave, there is no refund of registration fees.

You may pay tuition fees and rehearsal fees for performances online through Paypal or through a

Stripe account. You may also pay by check or cash at the studio. We will require 100% payment

for the season by the start of class. As always, if you need to discuss payment circumstances

please contact the studio well in advance of classes beginning.

Sibling discounts (10% off of the lesser cost) and boy’s tuition discount (50% off tuition) still

apply.

Students may not register for the next session if there is an outstanding balance.

Balances and Finance Charges

Any outstanding balances must be paid in full prior to submitting registration. Payments may be

made by debit or credit card (Visa, MasterCard, Discover), cash, or check. PVB will charge

$25.00 for a returned check fee. Replacement payment and fee must then be in the form of

money order or bank check. All balances not paid within 15 days of the due date will be charged

a finance charge of 1% of the outstanding balance owed per month until paid in full. Parents

will not receive a statement as the payments and information are all in your online account. If at any time you have questions about your account, please contact the Office and Program

Manager.

Drop-in Classes

Drop in classes are designed for dancers who are not enrolling in a season of training. Drop in

classes are not for students who are currently enrolled in a training program class. Session drop-

ins are limited to 5 before enrollment is expected.

Adult ballet or specialty classes

Drop-ins are accepted at $18-$25/class depending on the length of the class, and we offer 10

class cards for $150.00.

College Students

$15/class for college students. We offer 10 class cards for $135.00. These must be used within

one training program calendar year (July –June)

PVB students in levels of Intermediate II- Advanced may add additional classes each week in a

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lower level of class. Prices for drop-in classes are $7.50 for every 30 minutes of class. Students

must discuss the plan with the Program and Office Director before taking class. Payment is due

at time of services.

Financial Assistance Financial assistance applications are due in August for the next training program year.

Eligibility:

● Student is in Intermediate I or higher.

● Student is committed to all recommended classes at his or her level.

● Student is not taking the Boys’ 50% tuition reduction.

Terms and Conditions

● Pioneer Valley Ballet will grant assistance based on the financial need of the family and

dedication of the student to ballet training at PVB.

● All applications will be reviewed by an impartial committee appointed by the PVB Board

of Directors. All decisions are final.

● Tuition Assistance Applications will be kept in a secure location at all times.

● Maximum assistance will be 50% of training fees for registered classes, with a maximum

value of $1,200.00. The assistance will be granted as a reduction in training fees. There

will be no cash awarded. No other discounts will apply.

● A limited amount of assistance is available as determined by the Board of Directors

annually.

● The amount and terms of available assistance may vary from year to year depending on

the funding available.

Class Cancellation Due to Under-Enrollment In the event of a class being cancelled due to under-enrollment, students will be notified by email

or phone as soon as possible.

Unless the student will no longer be training at PVB, approved refunds will ONLY be in the

form of credit for future training fees. Any refunds approved will be paid out by the end of the

PVB fiscal year.

PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES

The Nutcracker performed December 8-10, 2017 Community auditions take place Saturday September 9th 10:30-12 for ages 5-7 and 12:30-2 for

ages 8-10

PVB student auditions Preballet-Intermediate 1 take place Friday September 15th 5:30-7:30pm

The Little Mermaid performed Saturday April 7, 2018 Auditions for PVB Students in Preballet-Intermediate I are Saturday, January 12, 2018.

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Additional Performances & Community Appearances Throughout the training program year there may be fundraisers to benefit the programs of

Pioneer Valley Ballet as well as community performances. Dancers may be asked to participate

by the Artistic Directors based on the choreography chosen for the performance.

Celebration of Dance Monday June 18

th at the Academy of Music Theatre in Northampton.

The Celebration of Dance or the Year End performance is the culmination of the training

program and all students are invited to participate. Students perform class demonstrations to

showcase what they have worked on in class throughout the year followed by dances

choreographed by PVB faculty.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

There are a wide variety of volunteer opportunities available including working backstage during

performances, sewing costumes, welcoming auditioners, and participating in a committee. If you

would like to get involved, please contact PVB: [email protected].

SUPPORTING PIONEER VALLEY BALLET

Your donation supports:

● our community ballets which place children alongside professionals on stage and offer

all performers with opulent sets and costumes, stunning (and often adorable)

choreography, and share a ballet story with an entire community

● our classical training, influenced by the styles of Balanchine, which is rigorous, detailed,

and focuses on the whole dancer

● hundreds of local school children visiting the Academy of Music and watching ballet

(often for the very first time) and learning about the art form

● over 120 at-risk community members who receive free tickets to a performance, a joy

they may not otherwise experience

To make a donation, please mail your gift or drop it off in person:

Pioneer Valley Ballet, 116 Pleasant St, Ste 155, Easthampton, MA 01027.

For more information about sponsorship and advertising opportunities, please email

[email protected] or call 413-527-6363.

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PARENT AND STUDENT HANDBOOK 2017-2018 · and music through the study of classical ballet. Under the artistic direction of Thomas Vacanti and Maryanne Kodzis, dancers learn both contemporary