Adult Performance Classes

Studio to Stage: Performance Dance Classes
Winter Semester - January 2 - March 23, 2008

Please note: Classes are subject to cancellation or change of time, teacher, or location based on management discretion.
                   Unless otherwise noted, students must be 18 years and above to participate in adult classes and workshops.
                   Adult enrollment and performance class start and end dates vary. Please check the schedule below.
                   Students must be 19 years and over to participate in adult performance classes.

Tuition Information

Performance Dance Classes
Our performance classes are offered each semester in various dance disciplines as an opportunity for the adult student to experience the process and thrill of performing. Note: Registration is closed for all winter performance classes.

These performance classes culminate in a showcase performance at The Jack Guidone Theater on March 15 & 16, 2008.:

Ballet Performance Class with Miya Hisaka
Latin Hip Hop Performance Class with Juli Calderon
Jazz Performance Class with Douglas Yeuell
Rhythm Tap Performance Class with Heidi Schultz

These performance classes will perform in Raqs Cultura In Concert, the Middle Eastern dance concert, at the Atlas Performing Arts Center on March 29, 2008:

Hip Hop Raqs Performance Class with Yillah
Rock 'n' Roll Raqs Performance Class with Laurel Victoria Gray
Fusion Belly Dance Performance Class with Haidi
Taksim & Drum Solo Performance Class with Artemis

Performing March 15 & 16, 2008:

Ballet Performance Class
with Miya Hisaka
Monday, 8:00 - 9:30 p.m., Friendship Heights
(1/7 - 3/10/08)
$180 for 10 weeks Registration is closed.
Level: Low Intermediate and Above Ballet

Students will move the past forward while learning excerpts from Marius Petipa’s renown work La Bayadere. Restaged by Miya Hisaka, this historical work is considered by dance historians to be a bridge between the romantic and classical eras of ballet. Excerpts from “The Kingdom of the Shades” to the “Finale” will be covered. This challenging class is appropriate for both male and female dancers. All students are required to attend class, be prompt and participate on a regular basis in order to perform. Students must purchase their own costuming according to teacher guidelines. All efforts will be made to keep costuming expenses affordable. This class will culminate in a showcase performance for friends, family and the community on Saturday, March 15, at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday, March 16, at 7:00 p.m. at JOMDC's Jack Guidone Theater., tickets: $15.00 general admission, $12.00 students/seniors.

Latin Hip Hop Performance Class
with Juli Calderon
(1/10 - 3/13/08)
Thursday, 8:30 - 10:00 p.m., Friendship Heights
$180 for 10 weeks Registration is closed.
Level: Beginning 1 and Above Hip Hop

This beginner level class will challenge students to learn Hip Hop choreography that is fused with Latin dance while also exploring modern and African movement. The class is designed with the beginner dancer in mind who wants a chance to perform for a live audience. All students are required to attend class, be prompt and demonstrate a command of the choreography in order to perform. Students must purchase their own costuming according to teacher guidelines. All efforts will be made to keep costuming expenses affordable. This class will culminate in a showcase performance for friends, family and the community on Saturday, March 15, at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday, March 16, at 7:00 p.m. at JOMDC's Jack Guidone Theater., tickets: $15.00 general admission, $12.00 students/seniors.

Jazz Performance Class
with Douglas Yeuell
(1/11 - 3/14/08)
Friday, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m., Friendship Heights
$180 for 10 weeks Registration is closed.
Level: Beginning 2 and Above Jazz Dance

Jazz is an exciting and dynamic dance form full of rhythm, syncopation, passion and life. This performance class will bring the energy of jazz to the stage. Steeped in the rhythm of America , jazz, a true American art form, brings energy and life to all those who dance it. Students will experience the development of a full-length jazz performance piece from start to finish focusing on classic jazz and blues as well as some elements of jazz improvisation. All students are required to attend class, be prompt and demonstrate a command of the choreography in order to perform. Students must purchase their own costuming according to teacher guidelines. All efforts will be made to keep costuming expenses affordable. This class will culminate in a showcase performance for friends, family and the community on Saturday, March 15, at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday, March 16, at 7:00 p.m. at JOMDC's Jack Guidone Theater., tickets: $15.00 general admission, $12.00 students/seniors.

Rhythm Tap Performance Class
with Heidi Schultz
Monday, 9:30 - 10:30 p.m., Friendship Heights
(1/7 - 3/10/08)
$170 for 10 weeks Registration is closed.
Level: Beginning 2 and Above Tap

Tired of trying to show your friends and family what you've been learning in class in your socks or on carpet or in the laundry room? The stage is open to all tap dancers who want to bang their feet in style - experience the lights, and costumes! We'll spend the fall semester learning a funky rhythm tap piece that showcases your hoofing skills and bright personalities. Bring on the noise, 'cuz we got the funk!*All students are required to attend class, be prompt and demonstrate a command of the choreography in order to perform. Students must purchase their own costuming according to teacher guidelines. All efforts will be made to keep costuming expenses affordable. This class will culminate in a showcase performance for friends, family and the community on Saturday, March 15, at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday, March 16, at 7:00 p.m. at JOMDC's Jack Guidone Theater., tickets: $15.00 general admission, $12.00 students/seniors.

Performing March 29, 2008:

Hip Hop Raqs Performance Class
with Yillah
Friday, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m., Friendship Heights
(1/11 - 3/21/08)
$198 for 11 weeks Registration is closed.
Level: Beginning 1 and Above Belly Dance (must have completed Belly Dance Basics)

This performance class combines the traditional movements of Middle Eastern dance with the hot sounds of hip hop music to create a unique, fun and innovative performance piece. Give your dance a new edge. Students fond of the past and but moved by the sounds of today will love this fusion class inspired by the music of artists such as Shakira and Kelis. Join the fun as we push the limits of traditional Raqs Sharqi (belly dance). All students are required to attend class, be prompt and demonstrate a command of the choreography in order to perform. Students must purchase their own costuming according to teacher guidelines. All efforts will be made to keep costuming expenses affordable. This class will perform in Raqs Cultura In Concert, the Middle Eastern dance concert, on Saturday, March 29, at 8:00 p.m. at the Atlas Performing Arts Center.

Rock 'n' Roll Raqs Performance Class
with Laurel Victoria Gray
Monday, 9:15 - 10:15 p.m., Dupont Circle
(1/7 - 3/17/08)
$187 for 11 weeks Registration is closed.
Level: Beginning 1 and Above Belly Dance (must have completed Belly Dance Basics)

Shake off those winter blahs and dance to the retro sounds of the Red Elvises! A hipster choreography to "I Wanna See You Bellydance" will rev up your motor and help you learn different kinds of shimmy and layering techniques. Channel your 1960's Go-Go dancer with a Raks Sharqi twist. James Bond would have loved it! All students are required to attend class, be prompt and demonstrate a command of the choreography in order to perform. Students must purchase their own costuming according to teacher guidelines. All efforts will be made to keep costuming expenses affordable. This class will perform in Raqs Cultura In Concert, the Middle Eastern dance concert, on Saturday, March 29, at 8:00 p.m. at the Atlas Performing Arts Center.

Fusion Belly Dance Performance Class
with Haidi
Thursday, 8:00 - 9:00 p.m., Bethesda
(1/10 - 3/20/08)
$187 for 11 weeks Registration is closed.
Level: Beginning 1 and Above Belly Dance (must have completed Belly Dance Basics)

The dances of North Africa, [ Morocco , Algeria , and Tunisia ] are rich in their diversity and origins. Representing numerous cultures, Berber, Moors, Spanish, Arab and European, the modern music reflects the cultures and also draws on more recent trends, such as Rai - a music of the streets. This performance piece will use modern music, and combine some typical North African style movement with more generic Egyptian/Lebanese style Belly Dance. All students are required to attend class, be prompt and demonstrate a command of the choreography in order to perform. Students must purchase their own costuming according to teacher guidelines. All efforts will be made to keep costuming expenses affordable. This class will perform in Raqs Cultura In Concert, the Middle Eastern dance concert, on Saturday, March 29, at 8:00 p.m. at the Atlas Performing Arts Center.

Taksim & Drum Solo Performance Class
with Artemis
Wednesday, 9:30 - 10:30 p.m., Bethesda
(1/9 - 3/19/08)
$187 for 11 weeks Registration is closed.
Level: Beginning 2 and Above Belly Dance

Taksims and Drum Solos are a necessary part of all Middle Eastern Dance performances, regardless of your style of dance. In the Taksim, it is your special moment to connect with the music and interpret it with beautiful arms and isolations. The Drum Solo is a exciting duet between dancer and drummer. In Taksims and Drum Solos, the dancer becomes one with the music. All students are required to attend class, be prompt and demonstrate a command of the choreography in order to perform. Students must purchase their own costuming according to teacher guidelines. All efforts will be made to keep costuming expenses affordable. This class will perform in Raqs Cultura In Concert, the Middle Eastern dance concert, on Saturday, March 29, at 8:00 p.m. at the Atlas Performing Arts Center.