News Release
For Immediate Release
Contact: Logan McSwain, communications manager
704.372.0101 x2765
lmcswain@ncdance.org
Photographs: Available upon request
Free Dance Program for Children Ages 8 to 10
Charlotte, N.C. – North Carolina Dance Theatre announces the pre-audition information sessions and audition dates for the inaugural 2009-2010 Community Outreach Dance Program. The pre-audition sessions will provide valuable information to students and parents about the program and the audition process.
Selection for the Community Outreach Dance Program will be determined by audition, financial need and family commitment to the program. No prior dance experience is required. NC Dance Theatre President & Artistic Director Jean-Pierre Bonnefoux, Director of Education and Outreach April Berry and program teaching artists will make up the audition panel. Up to 30 students may be selected at each location.
The new Community Outreach Dance Program will provide free, accessible, high quality dance instruction and performance opportunities to 120 children, ages 8 to 10, in four geographically diverse areas of the county. Participants and their parents will also have access to Dance Theatre’s professional dance performances. Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is partnering with Dance Theatre to promote the program and to provide sites for the classes at several recreation centers. The program is supported by a generous donation of $78,000 from the Women’s Impact Fund (WIF) and is sponsored by Piedmont Natural Gas.
“North Carolina Dance Theatre recognized that underserved children in our community have little access to dance,” said President & Artistic Director Jean-Pierre Bonnefoux. “Through WIF’s support, our new Community Outreach Dance Program will provide children with an opportunity to study dance and experience its many benefits.”
Community Outreach Dance Program classes begin September 14, 2009. For more information contact Director of Education and Outreach April Berry at 704.372.0101 x2767 or aberry@ncdance.org.
Pre-audition information session and audition dates:
Albemarle Road Recreation Center (East)
5027 Idlewild Road N.
Charlotte, NC 28227
Pre-Audition Information Sessions: Friday, August 21, 2009: 7-8 p.m.
Audition: Saturday, August 29, 2009: 10-11:15 a.m.
Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center (West)
2921 Tuckaseegee Road
Charlotte, NC 28208
Pre-Audition Information Sessions: Wednesday, August 19, 2009: 6-7 p.m. (Multi-Purpose RM)
Audition: Saturday, August 29, 2009: 4-5:15 p.m. (HWW RM)
Naomi Drenan Recreation Center (South)
750 Beal St.
Charlotte, NC 28211
Pre-Audition Information Sessions: Thursday, August 20, 2009: 7–8 p.m.
Audition: Saturday, August 29, 2009: 12-1:15 p.m.
Greenville Recreation Center (Central)
1330 Spring St.
Charlotte, NC 28206
Pre-Audition Information Sessions: Thursday, August 20, 2009: 5-6 p.m.
Audition: Saturday, August 29, 2009: 2-3:15 p.m.
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North Carolina Dance Theatre Outreach Mission Statement
North Carolina Dance Theatre will create innovative programs, dynamic performances and collaborative partnerships to make dance accessible to all communities.
Women’s Impact Fund
The mission of the Women’s Impact Fund is to maximize women’s leadership in philanthropy by engaging and educating its membership, increasing charitable contributions and strengthening communities through the impact of collective giving. The Women’s Impact Fund funds projects and programs that either address emerging community issues or apply new, creative solutions to critical community needs. It awards high-impact grants ranging from $40,000 to $100,000 in five areas of charitable interest: arts and culture, education, environment, health, and human services.
North Carolina Dance Theatre
North Carolina Dance Theatre has established itself as one of America’s premier dance companies. Led by internationally acclaimed President and Artistic Director Jean-Pierre Bonnefoux, NC Dance Theatre is based on strong dancers, high energy and a versatile repertoire that ranges from classical ballet to bold contemporary works. NC Dance Theatre School of Dance parallels the professional company’s tradition of excellence.
North Carolina Dance Theatre is supported, in part, with operating support by the Arts & Science Council. Dance Theatre is also supported by individuals, corporations, and local and national foundations, the North Carolina Arts Council, ArtsTeach, and the National Endowment for the Arts.
To find out more about NC Dance Theatre visit ncdance.org.
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