We are delighted to announce that this year's production will be "STEP BACK IN TIME." We will be presenting an entertaining romp back through the ages in two spectacular performances on Saturday, December 3rd at 11am and 5pm. We are already in rehearsals for what will be a most excellent adventure.
In order for our students to be looking their best, COSTUME MEASUREMENTS will be held at the studio on Wednesday 21st September and Thursday 22nd September between 4 and 7 pm. Please ensure that you bring a costume deposit of $30 to this measurement day so that your costumes can be started and you can be looking gorgeous for your big day.
Saturday, September 10, 2011
Saturday, September 3, 2011
WELLINGTON RESULTS
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Our Students performed with absolute aplomb at Wellington Eisteddfod receiving outstanding results in both Solo & Group sections. Congratulations to everyone who participated in this Eisteddfod and who waved the Stepping Out banner so high. We loved watching you perform and hearing of your accomplishments.
Stepping Out placed in all Group sections entered which was fantastic as there were so many amazing studios and dancers competing. Our places were as follows, 10 Years Jazz, our formidable ABC BOOGIE 1st place, 14 years Modern 1st place, 12 years Tap, 2nd place, Open Modern, 2nd place, 10 years Modern 3rd place, 12 years Modern 3rd place, Open Tap, 3rd place, 14 years Jazz, Highly Commended, 12 years Jazz, Highly Commended, Open Jazz, 3rd & Highly Commended, Open Contemporary, 2 X Highly Commended.
Again, we had so many solo competitors perform with brilliant results and far too many to list here. Brinley Catto once again received the ENCOURAGEMENT TROPHY for her age division, Rhiannon Griffith had outstanding success in all of her solo sections gaining many 1st places and Holly Keizer also performed exceptionally well with many places in her sections. Other outstanding performers were Kacey Krisante, Meg Keizer, Amelia Rice, Sophia Dickerson, Jade Bunt and Courtney Hart. Amber Bunt had a very successful Eisteddfod and placed in all of her Championships, receiving Highly Commended in Classical Championship, 2nd in Jazz Championship and 3rd in Modern Championship. Courtney Hart was Highly Commended in Jazz Championship. Brandi McGuire also had probably her most successful Eisteddfod ever displaying the rewards from all of her hard work this year. Brandi won the Modern Championship and was 3rd in Jazz Championship. Brandi is also emerging as a very talented choreographer as her success in the Improvisation sections proved. Caitlin Griffith
also enjoyed a very successful Eisteddfod and we were thrilled to hear of her achievements, winning the Modern Championship and 2nd in her Classical Championship. Caitlin was also awarded MOST PROMISING JUNIOR CLASSICAL BALLET DANCER. Paris Burns was 2nd in Ballet Championship and 3rd in the Modern Championship and most thrilling of all awarded the WELLINGTON EISTEDDFOD DANCE SCHOLARSHIP and prize money of $1000. WOW! Congratulations all.
Stepping Out placed in all Group sections entered which was fantastic as there were so many amazing studios and dancers competing. Our places were as follows, 10 Years Jazz, our formidable ABC BOOGIE 1st place, 14 years Modern 1st place, 12 years Tap, 2nd place, Open Modern, 2nd place, 10 years Modern 3rd place, 12 years Modern 3rd place, Open Tap, 3rd place, 14 years Jazz, Highly Commended, 12 years Jazz, Highly Commended, Open Jazz, 3rd & Highly Commended, Open Contemporary, 2 X Highly Commended.
Again, we had so many solo competitors perform with brilliant results and far too many to list here. Brinley Catto once again received the ENCOURAGEMENT TROPHY for her age division, Rhiannon Griffith had outstanding success in all of her solo sections gaining many 1st places and Holly Keizer also performed exceptionally well with many places in her sections. Other outstanding performers were Kacey Krisante, Meg Keizer, Amelia Rice, Sophia Dickerson, Jade Bunt and Courtney Hart. Amber Bunt had a very successful Eisteddfod and placed in all of her Championships, receiving Highly Commended in Classical Championship, 2nd in Jazz Championship and 3rd in Modern Championship. Courtney Hart was Highly Commended in Jazz Championship. Brandi McGuire also had probably her most successful Eisteddfod ever displaying the rewards from all of her hard work this year. Brandi won the Modern Championship and was 3rd in Jazz Championship. Brandi is also emerging as a very talented choreographer as her success in the Improvisation sections proved. Caitlin Griffith
also enjoyed a very successful Eisteddfod and we were thrilled to hear of her achievements, winning the Modern Championship and 2nd in her Classical Championship. Caitlin was also awarded MOST PROMISING JUNIOR CLASSICAL BALLET DANCER. Paris Burns was 2nd in Ballet Championship and 3rd in the Modern Championship and most thrilling of all awarded the WELLINGTON EISTEDDFOD DANCE SCHOLARSHIP and prize money of $1000. WOW! Congratulations all.
Sunday, August 14, 2011
WELLINGTON EISTEDDFOD- Congratulations to everyone
WOW! I am beside myself! We have just had the most amazing week at Wellington. Congratulations to everyone who participated in what was a fun and friendly Eisteddfod. So many gorgeous dancers from throughout the Central West and beyond. I am very proud of our Stepping Out kids. Results to follow.
Sunday, July 31, 2011
Wellington Eisteddfod
Hi All,
Wellington Eisteddfod is next Saturday, 6th August ( Juniors 12 years & U) and Sunday, 7th August ( Seniors.) Notes with exact times for each Performance Group are going home Monday, 1st August.
Good Luck to all Competitors for both their troupe and solo performances.
Wellington Eisteddfod is next Saturday, 6th August ( Juniors 12 years & U) and Sunday, 7th August ( Seniors.) Notes with exact times for each Performance Group are going home Monday, 1st August.
Good Luck to all Competitors for both their troupe and solo performances.
Saturday, July 16, 2011
HOLIDAYS ARE ALMOST OVER- HAPPY TERM 3
Hey All,
Can you believe that we are heading into Term 3 of 2011 already? I can't. Life is speeding by us that's for sure and so is my youngest Evie. Yes, it should be no surprise to my students who saw those tentative first few steps in the final weeks of last term that Evie is now in full throttle and we are all on High Alert. EVIE KNIEVAL IS ON THE LOOSE. No dance floor is safe.
The Slack-Smiths have enjoyed a fantastic two weeks AT HOME. Sure, we've been out and about ( normally not until at least 11am) and only then when we can chisel our PJ's off. So, what's been happening except for Evie's Flights of fancy??. Well, Miss Ondine celebrated her 9th birthday with 37 of her nearest and dearest. To all who were out on the streets of Dubbo on the 2nd July, yes that Party Bus was a rockin. We all had a great time. Onny felt very special to be surrounded by her dance friends, school pals and her family. We also had Molly Nelson, A Stepping Outer and good friend of Onny who shares the same birthday and once the same hospital along for the ride. So, Happy Birthday Molly too.
That same weekend we had the Keenans, better known in the dance world as the AMAZING Dance Unlimited stay with us. So, our little house was home to 9 kids but a great time was enjoyed and Miss Tanya ( Principal of Dance Unlimited) and myself brain stormed each other's concert ideas into the wee hours.
Stepping Out took to the stage for the Bridal Fair on Sunday, 3rd July with outstanding performances by Ondine Slack-Smith, Rhiannon Griffith, Caitlin Griffith, Brinley Catto, Zaidee Catto, Imogen Slack-Smith, Paris Burns, Brandi McGuire, Melissa McDonald, Jess Riley, Amelia Simpson, Kate Delmoro, Courtney Hart, Alyssa Lambert. I know my girls and Bella Keenan had a lot of fun at the Chocolate Fountain while I entertained my own bridal fantasises for my own poor children when they finally say I DO.
Caitlin Griffith, despite battling pneumonia travelled to Sydney with her family to audition for the Australian Ballet Interstate Program. Caitlin really enjoyed the experience especially having Bloch staff at both Bondi and York St drooling over those beautiful feet of hers.
Paris Burns danced at City of Sydney Eisteddfod and was delighted to be awardec HIGHLY COMMENDED in the Ballet Championship. Now as much as I believe in all of my students, I must admit I was blown away as I am aware how incredibly strong the competition is with so many already being in Full Time Dance Study so we were chuffed.
My kids all got to spend some beautiful time with their beautiful friends. I can't believe how lucky we are to be surrounded by so many great people and so honoured that we can call them friends.
I have had many, many enquiries from prospective students. So, if you are a new family reading this, thank you, I really am delighted that you have chosen Stepping Out as the place for your special little person to dance. We are very excited to meet you and hope we fulfil the trust and faith you have placed in us.
Miss Emma moved house in the holidays. Of course, she did. Miss Emma, as we all know doesn't like to be ever still so two weeks on holidays must have seemed like it needing filling with more than shoes. GO GIRL! I just received a message that her Forbes students have just received the most amazing results at Forbes Eisteddfod. YAY!
Anthony Bartley attended Brent Street Winter Camp and I am sure has got us all some incredible new moves. I saw a few on Facebook. BOYS CLASS and HIP HOP watch out.
We also welcomed into our family two new pets, Princess Snowflake and DJ HOP. ( two little bunnies courtsey of the Catto Zoo.)
I am finding music now for classes on Monday. I am so excited to see you all and welcome our new faces. HAPPY TERM 3
Can you believe that we are heading into Term 3 of 2011 already? I can't. Life is speeding by us that's for sure and so is my youngest Evie. Yes, it should be no surprise to my students who saw those tentative first few steps in the final weeks of last term that Evie is now in full throttle and we are all on High Alert. EVIE KNIEVAL IS ON THE LOOSE. No dance floor is safe.
The Slack-Smiths have enjoyed a fantastic two weeks AT HOME. Sure, we've been out and about ( normally not until at least 11am) and only then when we can chisel our PJ's off. So, what's been happening except for Evie's Flights of fancy??. Well, Miss Ondine celebrated her 9th birthday with 37 of her nearest and dearest. To all who were out on the streets of Dubbo on the 2nd July, yes that Party Bus was a rockin. We all had a great time. Onny felt very special to be surrounded by her dance friends, school pals and her family. We also had Molly Nelson, A Stepping Outer and good friend of Onny who shares the same birthday and once the same hospital along for the ride. So, Happy Birthday Molly too.
That same weekend we had the Keenans, better known in the dance world as the AMAZING Dance Unlimited stay with us. So, our little house was home to 9 kids but a great time was enjoyed and Miss Tanya ( Principal of Dance Unlimited) and myself brain stormed each other's concert ideas into the wee hours.
Stepping Out took to the stage for the Bridal Fair on Sunday, 3rd July with outstanding performances by Ondine Slack-Smith, Rhiannon Griffith, Caitlin Griffith, Brinley Catto, Zaidee Catto, Imogen Slack-Smith, Paris Burns, Brandi McGuire, Melissa McDonald, Jess Riley, Amelia Simpson, Kate Delmoro, Courtney Hart, Alyssa Lambert. I know my girls and Bella Keenan had a lot of fun at the Chocolate Fountain while I entertained my own bridal fantasises for my own poor children when they finally say I DO.
Caitlin Griffith, despite battling pneumonia travelled to Sydney with her family to audition for the Australian Ballet Interstate Program. Caitlin really enjoyed the experience especially having Bloch staff at both Bondi and York St drooling over those beautiful feet of hers.
Paris Burns danced at City of Sydney Eisteddfod and was delighted to be awardec HIGHLY COMMENDED in the Ballet Championship. Now as much as I believe in all of my students, I must admit I was blown away as I am aware how incredibly strong the competition is with so many already being in Full Time Dance Study so we were chuffed.
My kids all got to spend some beautiful time with their beautiful friends. I can't believe how lucky we are to be surrounded by so many great people and so honoured that we can call them friends.
I have had many, many enquiries from prospective students. So, if you are a new family reading this, thank you, I really am delighted that you have chosen Stepping Out as the place for your special little person to dance. We are very excited to meet you and hope we fulfil the trust and faith you have placed in us.
Miss Emma moved house in the holidays. Of course, she did. Miss Emma, as we all know doesn't like to be ever still so two weeks on holidays must have seemed like it needing filling with more than shoes. GO GIRL! I just received a message that her Forbes students have just received the most amazing results at Forbes Eisteddfod. YAY!
Anthony Bartley attended Brent Street Winter Camp and I am sure has got us all some incredible new moves. I saw a few on Facebook. BOYS CLASS and HIP HOP watch out.
We also welcomed into our family two new pets, Princess Snowflake and DJ HOP. ( two little bunnies courtsey of the Catto Zoo.)
I am finding music now for classes on Monday. I am so excited to see you all and welcome our new faces. HAPPY TERM 3
IMAGINE
I am a big Beatles fan. So many beautiful songs. I was really excited to share with my Junior Modern Performance team, one of my favourite songs. Our version is sung by Dolly Parton. Don't the girls just look gorgeous in their costumes? Who makes all of our beautiful costuming? Why, Sonya O'Connor of course. The sewing machines are on temporary hiatus but getting ready to whirr up for Concert time. Rehearsals will commence this term. Yes, it's that time already!
Angels I have heard on High
FORBES EISTEDDFOD
Thank you to Narelle Bunt for keeping me informed on all the wonderful successes of Stepping Out kids at Forbes Eisteddfod during the last week. I loved hearing that tell tale beep beep and knowing good news was on its way. Great Work Girls! Stepping Out students who appeared at Forbes were Laura, Holly & Meg Keizer, Jade & Amber Bunt, Brandi McGuire, Melissa McDonald, Paris Burns. I hear they danced amazingly but more importantly had a fantastic time and were equally as fabulous off stage.
Holly Keizer was awarded the ENCOURAGEMENT TROPHY for 8 years & Under, her second such special award this year and received outstanding places in all of her divisions. Likewise, Laura & Meg put in personal best performances and mum Darienne was very proud of all their successes.
Other Major Award winners were Amber Bunt who was successful as a finalist in both the Classical and Jazz Scholarships and was awarded 3rd place in the OPEN Modern Championship. ( quite a feat considering she is only 13.)
Paris Burns enjoyed a very successful Eisteddfod winning the Open Ballet Championship, the Open Modern Championship, the MOST OUTSTANDING DANCER TROPHY and most excitingly, the BALLET SCHOLARSHIP. Paris is cashed up!
Great work everyone. As always, we are very proud of you regardless of your results. It's nice to win but a true winner is NICE! And you all are that and so much more. Bring on Term 3!
Holly Keizer was awarded the ENCOURAGEMENT TROPHY for 8 years & Under, her second such special award this year and received outstanding places in all of her divisions. Likewise, Laura & Meg put in personal best performances and mum Darienne was very proud of all their successes.
Other Major Award winners were Amber Bunt who was successful as a finalist in both the Classical and Jazz Scholarships and was awarded 3rd place in the OPEN Modern Championship. ( quite a feat considering she is only 13.)
Paris Burns enjoyed a very successful Eisteddfod winning the Open Ballet Championship, the Open Modern Championship, the MOST OUTSTANDING DANCER TROPHY and most excitingly, the BALLET SCHOLARSHIP. Paris is cashed up!
Great work everyone. As always, we are very proud of you regardless of your results. It's nice to win but a true winner is NICE! And you all are that and so much more. Bring on Term 3!
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
BOOGIE FEVER
Even though we are all having a break from our ABC's with school holidays, seems there is no rest for our Junior Performance Team who were recently featured on WIN NEWS and were also invited to perform at the Grand Eisteddfod Concert. Congratulations Girls. 
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