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The Mill Ballet
School is now accepting registration for Summer Dance 2008. For more
information, call 609-397-7244 or email registration@millballetschool.com.
You can also register for all summer classes, camps and workshops by
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here.
Dance
audition process for Summer Performance Workshop and Dance Intensive:
Please note that a placement class should be scheduled for
new students. Please contact director Melissa Roxey at 609-397-7244
ext. 805 to be seen in class or privately, prior to enrollment. The
cost for the ballet class is $18.00. If you are out of state, a video
audition application fee of $18.00 will apply.
Video Requirements:
A video of the applicant at barre and center in a classical ballet technique
class.
Available
Housing: Housing is provided by the families
of our yearly students. If you are interested in these arrangement please
contact Melissa Roxey by calling 609-397-7244 ext 805 or emailing at
info@millballetschool.com.
Click
here for a list of resorts, B&B's , hotels and other accommodations.
 The
Faculty
Melissa Roxey will direct all programs. All faculty members are chosen
for the summer program based on the individual teacher's professional
experience, both in instruction and in performing. All faculty members
are of the highest caliber and are also able to communicate with students
of all ages and levels in a positive, constructive, and encouraging
manner. Faculty includes Carrie Nelson, Jill Harrison Kalfin, and Stephanie
Beauchamps as well as company members from Roxey Ballet. Additional
guest faculty will be posted in late spring. All faculty members work
closely with one another to take each student to his/her next level.
Faculty members will give each dancer the individual attention needed
to reach his/her goals.
- MELISSA ROXEY (Founder and Director)
Melissa Roxey began her studies with the syllabi of The Royal Academy
of Dancing at 5 years of age. Before beginning her professional career
at the age of 17, she studied at the School of American Ballet, North
Carolina School of the Arts, The Joffrey Ballet School and with world-renowned
teacher Maggie Black in NYC. Mrs. Roxey danced as a soloist with American
Repertory Ballet then as a principal with Dayton Ballet. Mrs. Roxey
is the founder and creative director of Wheels in Motion, which is
part of the Arts Access Program at Matheny School and Hospital in
Peapack, New Jersey. She serves as Artistic Advisor and Rehearsal
Assistant for Roxey Ballet. In addition, Mrs. Roxey works actively
with Artists in Residence, bringing the art of dance to thousands
of schools in the tri-state region. She continues to advance and preserve
the art of dance as she conducts her highly successful residencies
and workshops throughout the tri-state area.
- MARK ROXEY (Co-Founder and Artistic
Director) Mark Roxey began his formal training at The Joffrey
Ballet in New York City , to which he was awarded a full scholarship
and later graduated at the top of his class. He went on to dance professionally
with Joffrey Ballet Concert Company, Joffrey Ballet II and the Joffrey
Ballet under the direction of the late Robert Joffrey. He then joined
American Repertory Ballet and Dayton Ballet as a principal dancer.
In addition to co-founding the Mill Ballet School Mark is the Founder
and Artistic Director of Roxey Ballet. Mr. Roxey serves as dance program
coordinator for the Hunterdon County Teen Arts Dance Festival and
adjudicates for the State Teen Arts Festival and other festivals around
the country. He serves as the dance director of Matheny School's
"Arts Access" program.
Ballet Intensive & Performance Workshop
1 Week
program July 14 - July 18 OR July 21- July 25
2 Week
program July 14- July 25
4 Week
program July 14- August 8
Monday - Friday, 9:30 am - 4 pm
Ages 11 and up
The Mill Ballet School's
Summer Ballet Intensive & Performance Workshop has grown to
be a place where aspiring dancers can work closely with the outstanding
faculty of The Mill Ballet School. The goal of our program
for every student is to give each individual a better insight
into the art of dance. With the focus being on ballet, students
leave with a better understanding of placement and technique.
The exposure to other dance forms such as jazz and modern dance
will help in the development of a versitile dancer. Without
the pressures of academic studies, students are able to make great
strides in their dancing by concentrating entirely on their dance
education. Every year the faculty is amazed at the level of progress
each student makes. Throughout the workshop, dancers are able
to share their love of dance, make new friends, and reach new
goals. The Mill Ballet provides a creative, inspiring, and
supportive atmosphere in which dancers can study over the summer.
Students in the 4 week program will not only undergo weeks of
intensive dance training but will also spend the last 2 weeks
working with choreographers on developing new works that will
be performed by the students on Friday, August 8th.
Class
size is limited to 20, enabling the teacher to reach every student
in class. The faculty are dedicated to broadening each student's
knowledge and understanding of dance. Students receive the
highest quality of dance training with individualized attention.
The morning curriculum will consist of floor-barre
or pilates, ballet technique class, specialty class, pointe, or
variations. Afternoon curriculum will consist of character
dance, theater, modern, and jazz or rehearsals.
Tuition:
1 week
program: $400
2 week
program: $750
4 week
program: $1300
A registration
fee of $30.00 is due upon registration along with a $300 deposit.
The remaining balance is due on July 7th. If in need of housing
please request a list of host families by checking off the housing
box on the registration form. New students are required to schedule
a placement class to determine correct level of summer study.
Out of town dancers are required to submit a video of ballet technique
class.
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“Thank
you for making ballet a treat for me. You have such a wonderful
school and staff.”
Stephanie Hamel/Adult
Student
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Open Enrollment Classes
Tuesdays-Thursdays
from June 23rd - August 14th
The tuition for each 8 week session is $125. A registration fee
of $30.00 is due upon registration.
Please call
the school for a complete list of classes, including days and times.
Teen/Adult
Breakdancing
Wednesdays
5:30-6:30
Mark Roxey,
an original breaker, will be sharing his love of street dancing in this
Beginner Breakdancing class.
Breakdancing-
6-11 yrs
Thursdays
4:30-5:30
Mark Roxey,
an original breaker, will be sharing his love of street dancing in this
Beginner Breakdancing class.
Teen and Adult Ballet/Stretch
Thursdays
6:45-8:00
Focusing on the purity of classical movement with the adult student
in mind, this class is for adults and teenagers not considering a professional
dance career, but who have the desire to improve flexibility and strength.
Intermediate
Ballet - 10 years and up
Wednesdays
5:30-6:45
This class
is a progression from Beginner Ballet, as students build on vocabulary,
combinations, and musicality.
Beginner Ballet - 7 years and up
Wednesdays
4:30-5:30
This class
focuses on the basics of ballet technique: positions, alignment, port
de bras, rhythm and coordination; beginning with barre work and developing
it into center work.
Kinderdance
Thursdays
4:30-5:15
This class
for students 3 - 5 years of age touches on the child's expression through
movement. They are introduced to the concepts of dance and classroom
structure while they develop their focus and creativity.
Pre-ballet
Wednesdays
4:30-5:15
This class of rhythms, patterns, and form for students ages 5-6 years of age covers basic movements to prepare students for classical ballet technique as well as other forms of dance. Correct posture, positioning and use of energy is emphasized.
| "Thank you so much for teaching
me and guiding me over the many years that I've been here. You have
taught me so much about many types of dance, and life."
Kristen Paulicelli, professional dancer/actress,
former student
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New
This Year!
Musical Theater Intensive
June 23 -June 27
Monday - Friday, 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
Ages 9 - 18
This intensive is geared for all lovers of theater, ages 9-18.
Students will be grouped by ability, spending the day strengthening
their dance technique and the skills necessary to perform in musicals.
Basic ballet technique will be offered followed by classes in jazz,
tap, acting, voice, stage makeup, and auditioning. On Friday,
June 27th at 4:00 pm the intensive will culminate
with a showcase of musical theater excerpts displaying the students
work and progress throughout the week. This is an ideal intensive
for the aspiring performer.
The tuition
for the one week intensive is $400. A deposit of $100 and a $30.00 registration
fee is due upon registration with the tuition due on or before June
1st.
Junior Dance Camp
View
a slide show of our week 1 camp
July 7- July 11
August 11-August
15
Monday - Friday - 9 am - 3 pm
Ages 6 to 10
Junior Dance Camp was created to give young artistic students a chance
to experience dance from learning the technique to performing it. All
students are divided into level and age appropriate groups and will
participate in a ballet, tap, jazz, improvisation, theater and mime
classes. During camp students will see how their knowledge of dance
technique can be used to create dances, also known as choreography.
As their knowledge of dance grows so does their ability to create. Students
will study some of the most famous full-length classical ballets as
well as learn the origins and evolution of many forms of dance. The
students will have the unique opportunity to help choreograph their
own dance performance. The camp is theme based giving the students a
story board or an idea in which to choreograph their dance. The theme
of the first week is "Metamorphisis" and the theme of the
second week is "Planting a Rainbow". Dance related activities
cover topics such as music, costume, set and prop design. The goal of
our camp is to provide a life-long memorable experience while enhancing
each student's overall dance education and appreciation.
Students may
register for one week or two weeks. At the end of each week, parents
and siblings attend an afternoon performance showcasing the students
accomplishments. Tuition is $350 for one week and $600 for two weeks.
A $100 deposit and a $30 registration fee are due upon registration.
The remaining balance is due before June 16th.
An exciting
camp for the energetic and creative student!
Great friends! Great
memories! Great dancing!
To
register for summer click below!
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