Christmas Performances

I am so proud of all my dancers!!! The progress this semester has been really amazing. I am especially happy with the focus on memorization that has been put forth. As you all know, my baby boy is expected to come pretty much any time after Thanksgiving. This may cause me to miss a show or two depending on his timing. Please know that I feel confident in putting all my classes on stage, even in the event of my absense. I feel very blessed to have such amazing co-workers that have been willing to fill in for me if I cant be there. Thank you for your support durring my pregnancy... I have the best students/partents ever!!! That being said, I hope to be able to attend as much as physically possible!

Here is the schedule for all:

Higher Ground:
In Class Performances
-Monday Nov 30th: 10-11am Ballet, 2:15-3:15pm Ballet
-Wed Dec 2nd: 10-10:30am Combo
-Thurs Dec 3rd: 9:30-10:30am Combo

We will have seating in the studio for guests to watch our entire class! We will hold a modified class to show you what we haved learned, perform the Christmas dance, and then have a little party. Please being a treat to share at the end of class. I will provide a bag for each dancer. Treats do not need to be food- it can be anything! If you do choose to bring an editable snack, please make sure it is individually wrapped as we cannot eat in the studio. Cameras welcome!!!!

HG Christmas Recital:
-Thurs Dec 17th Dress Rehearsal @Brimhall Jr High
-Fri Dec 18th Recital @ Brimhall Jr High

This applies only to Musical Theater. Unfortunately I will not be able to come to this show. I will either be a home with a new baby, or I will be in Globe for another recital. I am a company teacher at Lynn's and thus my help is much needed if able. Thanks for the understanding!

AZDD/USA:
-Mon Dec 7th: Dress Rehearsal @ Mesa Arts Center.
Specific class block times TBA
-Fri Dec 11th: Christmas Recital @ Mesa Arts Center.
Backstage arrival time 6:15-6:30pm
Show begins at 7pm

Tickets are now on sale through the MAC box office


Lynn's School of Dance:
-Tues Dec 15th: On stage company rehearsal
-Wed Dec 16th: Non-company Dress Rehearsal 4pm
-Thurs Dec 17th: Company Dress Rehearsal 4pm
-Fri Dec 18th: Christmas Recital @ High Desert Middle School

Ticket sales through Lynn's School of Dance

HALLOWEEN!!!!!!!

Halloween is alomost here!!! Next week all my classes are invited to wear their costume to class (just make sure its still dance ready) and bring a treat to share! I will provide bags for our end of class Trick or Treat. Here are some pix from last year... so much fun!!!

Yes... I'm old

So many of you have been asking me if its really my birthday this weekend and even though I've been lying YES its my birthday this Saturday. I'm feeling pretty old because I realized that I'm now closer to 25 than to 20! But I guess that's ok since I'm gonna be a mamma soon. Thanks for all the fun gifts and cards so far!!!! I will be enjoying my whole birthday weekend relaxing at my parents house.... well as relaxed as it gets over there anyway. I'll post some pics and details later this week.

Practice CDs

I have already stocked up on Practice CDs for all those who would like to purchase one. Practice Cds are primarily for those students enrolled in Combo (ages 2-7) and Ballet but I can pretty much make a practice cd for anyone. Each cd contains the Al Gilbert Tap & Ballet practice songs from warm up through tech based off the level/age of your dancer as well as all the fun songs that we use in class. I also offer Princess Ballet PCDs for those who only take Ballet. This cd includes the Ballet instructional songs we dance to as well as fun princess music for dancing at home.

Practice Cds are a great way to get involved in your dancer's learning and of course to practice what we learn in class at home. It helps your dancer to memorize the songs we use and therefore learn the proper vocabulary for each dance step. Plus its lots of fun!!!!

Practice Cds are only $5 and are personalized for each dancer. Practice cds can be pre-ordered so that I can bring it for you the next class. Unfortunately, because I made and gave out quite a few cds last year that were never paid for, I can only give you your cd after payment is made in full. Find me before or after class for an order form!

Botique Delay

Sorry for any inconvience, but due to funding issues I will not have all the products I'd like until I can do a little more pre selling. If you are interested in any of these items, let me know so I can get you an order form :)

Friday Tech Classes

Just a reminder to all my Globe Master/Elite girlies... if you are planning on coming to take the friday tech classes at the Mesa Studio and need a place to stay, I'm able to host up to 6 people for $5 per night. This will help me to pay for the extra water/electicity.... but is still WAY WAY WAY cheaper than a hotel. Even if its last minute just text or call me. I'd be happy to have you on a regular basis!!!!

Miss Whitney's Botique

I am very happy to announce that I have started my own little dance botique!!!! It will feature just a few items to begin (such as my already famous Tap Ties) and then I'm hoping to expand very quickly. The items I plan to have in stock by the end of Aug are:

Tap Ties
Practice CDs
Tutus... so cute and popular now!!!
Hair Pieces
Decorative Leos
Ballet Skirts
Dance Bags


I will be posting pictures here and handing out pre order sheets very soon.


Now for the EXCITING part....................

I need help chosing a name!!!! Please let me know if you have any ides :)

Dancing Sisters

So this week was probably the craziest day of my life! (I say this knowing that next week will probably top it) Just to give you an idea I had Picture Week in all my Higher Ground morning ballet/tap, and baby classes.... yes that's right- all 3 classes together -17 to be exact. We had rehearsal on stage in Globe Tues and Thurs. Then Friday after not getting into my bed from the madness of Thurs til after 1am, it was get a house and then drive back to Globe day!!! (But I did get to drive the boss's Tahoe which is also a bonus!) Friday my Globe girls performed at the Relay for Life and did great... but it was SO SO SO HOT! You can check out the sunburn on my legs for proof. I spent the night in Globe then we had our 2 shows today which was followed by running to my car and hurrying back to the valley... or so I thought. There was some sorta acciedent which shut off power in like half the city and I couldn't get gas since the pumps are electronic. So I had to do some crazy fast (but safe Mom) driving to get the Chandler show. I pulled up at 5 til and just made the curtain call!

Yes..... I am as tired as you think! lol

So the brunt of all of this is that tonight my sister has their recital in Safford. And I had to miss it! I almost turned around after the first gas station... I thought "wow, this would be the perfect excuse to miss my show!" But then I thought of my little dancers and just coudn't do it.

So to my beautiful sisters I'd like to say.... Sorry for missing your show. I know that you did great. You are both such amazing dancers and I am so proud of you! This is Krysta's last show, which made it even harder for me to miss. I've been there... I know that feeling sis, when the curtain closes and you realize that this is the last time you will be on that stage. Its strange. I so wanted to be there to give you the biggest hug ever. But then again, you're not really a baby about that kinda stuff like I am, so I hope you got a chance to stare out at the empty seats and feel great about what's to come! I hope your little dancers did great. I'm sure they did with a teacher like you!!! I hope you had a chance to give them all a big hug and take in that special love that they have for you!
Shay- WOW! I hear such wonderful things about you. You are so talented and I just can't believe how grown up you are! I remember your first recital in company... you kept coming into the choir room to sit with me and Krysta. I used to think it was because you were nervous, but as you've gotten older I know that its just because that's where you belong! I know it sounds so corney but I can't imagine not having you around- especially when I think of dance! You are becoming a great dancer and teacher and I can't wait for the many shows ahead!

I know that it probably sounds really lame or fake to those of you who dont know my sisters, but who know me well, but they are the best!!!! I think they are probably the opposite of me in all the best ways and I'm always trying to be more like them! They are caring and sweet and quiet in a way that's not even possible for me. They can dance with the best of em, and they are truly special to me and to their studio family. I wish I could've been there tonight, but I know that you girls will still love me! Thanks for being who you are!!!!

Recital Time

To all those who have already had your recitals today, EXCELLENT!!!! I am so proud of you. My Globe girls put on 2 wonderful shows today and I couldn't be happier with the results. And my Chandler Jeanne's girls had their show this evening. They all did so well. To all those who were stage moms- THANK YOU!! The help you give to take care of my dancers really helps me to enjoy the show at a much lower stress level. ( I know, you're thinking stress, nah, not miss whitney! HA HA)

To my Higher Ground dancer- good luck this Friday! Its going to be great!!!! I can't wait. A big THANKS in advance to my stage moms- being the only baby teacher really makes me rely on you all and I know that I can count on your help! THANKS THANKS THANK!!!

Mesa Jeannes- I'm so sad that I have to miss your show! But I know you will do an amazing job! Remember to look at the audience, smile big and .... you know it.... WORK IT OUT!!! A special thanks to Carrie Claypool for holding down the fort and fillin my shoes while I'm gone.

And a super extra huge HUG and THANKS to Miss Victoria- She is my assitant teacher for all my Jeanne's classes. She filled in for me during the Chandler Dress Rehearsal so that I could be in Globe and will be being me for the Mesa recital. Thank you so much for all you do.... I really really reaaaaallllly couldn't do it without you. You have grown so much this year and I have really enjoyed watching you become a great teacher and dancer! You're the best! xoxox Whit

Benefit Concert

This benefit event is being held to help some very deserving families in need. Please feel free to copy and paste this and fwd it to everyone you know. Admission is only $5 so bring the whole family!!!!

Practice Cds

Just wanted to let you all know that I have chosen and cut all of my recital music. If you would like to purchase a regular practice cd with your dancer's appropriate practice material it is $4.00. In addition I will be selling recital cds for $2.00. If you'd like to get a regular pracitce cd with your dancer's recital music added to it, it will be $5.00. The reason for price difference is simply that I do my music splicing myself and copyright each piece. I pay a monthly subscription to be a memeber online and am charged a per copy fee. Thanks for your understanding on this. Please remember that practice cds are NOT manadatory, but I strongly recommend purchasing one as it will help your dancer to memorize her music. Thanks!

Year End Recitals

Just FYI the dates have been set for our year end recitals! Some of you have already recieved the little hand out but if not, be looking for it this week. I have printed out a paper with the DATE & LOCATION of each recital as well as what tights, shoes, and other items your dancer will need to have for the show. I hope that by giving you this ample notice that everyone will have time to budget for these things (though most everyone is already set with what they need) Please refer to your studio newletter for costume deposit and balances if you have not yet paid these. Thanks!!!!

Dec & Jan Bdays!

Happy Birthday to all my December and January bday girls!!!! Hope its a great one!!!
Grace Glover 12/4
Bella Faria 12/15
Ella Adair 12/16
Sorry that I miss Dec... it was a crazy month for me but that doesn't make me love you less

Melanie Montague 1/19