We have three optional classes offered in our Open Division. The classes have been designed to enhance the Classical Ballet training already received by the students enrolled in ballet and provide additional enrichment and strengthening to both ballet and non-ballet students.
Open Division Registration Form
Class Information
Character
Character dance is a specific subdivision of classical dance. It is the stylized representation of a traditional folk or national dance. Character dance is mostly from European countries, and uses movements and music which have been adapted for the theater.
Character dance is integral to much of the classical ballet repertoire. A good example of character dance within a ballet is the series of national dances which take place at the beginning of Act III of Swan Lake.
Because character dances often feature hopping and running steps in character shoes and a lighthearted presentation, they can seem more relaxed than classical choreography. In reality, they entail complex upper-lower body opposition, e’paulement, and heel toe footwork. It is a strong training that can enhance classical and contemporary technique alike.
Class Schedule 2023-2024, choose one:
- CHARACTER 1 (Advanced)(Studio 1) – TUESDAY – 5:00– 6:00 p.m.
*Ballet 4 & Ballet 5 - CHARACTER 2A (Intermediate)(Studio 3) – TUESDAY – 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
*Ballet 2 - CHARACTER 2B (Intermediate)(Studio 3) – SATURDAY – 2:15 – 3:15 p.m.
*Ballet 3 - CHARACTER 3 (Beginner)(Studio 1) – TUESDAY – 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
*Primary & Ballet 1
*Schedule is tentative. Class placement changes will be made at the discretion of the teacher*
Dress Code:
- Ladies:
- MDSB Class Uniform Leo or MDSB Black Pinch Front SoDanca Tank Leo
- Black Character Shoes
- Black Character Skirt below the knee
- 1916 BPK Transition Tight
- Ladies must have their hair pulled back from their faces and secured in a bun. Short hair can be pulled up from the neck and secured with a large barrette.
- Gentlemen:
- MDSB White Short Sleeve Dance Shirt (tight fitting)
- Black Male Footless or Convertible Tights
- Male Dance Belt
- Men’s Black Character Shoes
- Black Thin Socks
- Gentlemen should have their hair neatly combed and out of their faces.
Contemporary
Class Schedule 2023-2024
- CONTEMPORARY 1 (Advanced)(Studio 2) – SATURDAY – 12:00– 1:00 p.m.
- CONTEMPORARY 2 (Beginning/Intermediate)(Studio 2) – SATURDAY – 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Dress Code:
- Ladies:
- MDSB Class Uniform Leo or MDSB Black Pinch Front SoDanca Tank Leo
- 1916 BPK Transition Tight
- Light Pink Ballet Split Sole Leather Ballet Shoes
- White Waist Alignment Belt
- Ladies must have their hair pulled back from their faces and secured in a bun. Short hair can be pulled up from the neck and secured with a large barrette.
- Gentlemen:
- MDSB White Short Sleeve Dance Top (tight fitting)
- Black Male Footless/Convertible Tights
- Male Dance Belt
- White Split Sole Leather or Canvas Ballet Shoes
- White Thin Socks
- Gentlemen should have their hair neatly combed and out of their faces.
Core Dynamics
Class Schedule 2022-2023
- CORE DYNAMICS (Ballet 4, 5 Only) – TUESDAY – 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Dress Code:
- Ladies:
- Class Uniform or Capezio Black Boatneck Leotard
- Light Pink Ballet Split Sole Leather Shoes
- A39 Classic Ballet Pink Seamed Tights
- Ladies must have their hair pulled back from their faces and secured in a bun. Short hair can be pulled up from the neck and secured with a large barrette.
- Gentlemen:
- White Short Sleeve Dance Top (tight fitting) or White Short Sleeve Male Leo
- Black Male Footless or Convertible Tights with Male Dance Belt
- Black Ballet Split Sole Leather or Canvas Shoes
- White Thin Socks
- Gentlemen should have their hair neatly combed and out of their faces.