October 27, 2011
Aaron Burlbaw, Guest Musician–We are happy to announce the return of Aaron Burlbaw to “The Endless Forest Nutcracker.” Aaron will provide pre-show entertainment and offer his CDs for sale–we’re thrilled to have his beautiful music as part of our show again this year!
“Spanish Guitars and Percussive Grooves” tends to be the realm for guitarist Aaron Burlbaw. With Burlbaw’s Nuevo-flamenco (non-traditional flamenco) techniques, he delivers a Spanish and Latin blend of music, while also fusing elements from Jazz and Rock. Burlbaw has been performing for 13 years in the Midwest area. He fronts his all-instrumental Latin Jazz group Acoustik Element and supports Autumns Child and Farshid Etniko with their “world music” ensembles. Last December Burlbaw produced Acoustik Element’s 16 song Christmas CD which takes the audience on a holiday ride with sounds of the Spanish guitar. For more information please visit www.AcoustikElement.com.
August 12, 2011
on Tuesday, September 6th. If you are interested in classes, please contact us as soon as possible so we can hold a space in class for you! 
We hope everyone has had a wonderful summer and we’re ready to get started–see you in September!
Tuition and Schedule
July 27, 2011
Dance Project has a beautiful television commercial running from July 20th till August 16th. It shows during “Good Morning America” on ABC, channel 30, between 7:00-9:00 AM.
Dance Project is proud to announce the creation of the new Eleve’ Ensemble Program.
Eleve’ is for dancers interested in pursuing dance as a career and/or interested in receiving a college scholarship for dance. Those in Eleve’ must take classes four days a week and be free to rehearse on Sundays. They are also eligible to attend classes with Common Thread Contemporary Dance Company and will enjoy occasional opportunities to perform with this exciting new dance company.
For more information about Eleve’, please contact Dance Project Saint Louis.
June 28, 2011
We are happy to announce that Common Thread Contemporary Dance Company will perform in our recital!
Common Thread is directed by Jennifer Medina and is the resident company of Dance Project Saint Louis. We’re looking forward to their performance!
June 24, 2011
We’re inviting Dance Project dancers to the studio on Wednesday, June 29th from 6:15 to 7:15 to meet Carol Jaudes. She’s going to talk to us about her experiences on Broadway as a member of the cast of the hit musical “Cats” in which she played Jennyanydots, the tap-dancing Gumbie Cat.
She has won prestigious awards and performed extensively in the United States, Great Britain, and Canada. She is now the Special Events and Arts Ministries Director for the Salvation Army. Carol is married to Chris Jaudes, a Broadway trumpet player and an instructor at Julliard.
If you would like to come, we’re suggesting each dancer bring one parent. Please, no siblings who are not enrolled at Dance Project–we’re afraid our space will be limited. You will be sitting on the floor, unless you bring chairs. We’re thrilled to have this opportunity and hope you can join us!
April 5, 2011
Dance Project’s Performing Company and Common Thread Contemporary Dance Company will dance at the annual National Dance Week celebration at Union Station on April 30th, 2011.
Common Thread Contemporary Dance Company will perform sometime between 2:00 and 3:00 pm, and Dance Project will perform sometime between 3:00 and 4:00 pm. Hope you can join us!
Jennifer Medina is currently in Birmingham, Alabama to set pieces on Arova Contemporary Ballet. They will perform her signature piece “Women of The Cove” along with a new dance. Congratulations Jennifer!
Common Thread is performing Sunday, April 10th at “Dancing For Dana” which is a fundraiser for Dana Lewis, a dancer/choreographer who is battling cancer. The performance is at Clayton High School at 2:00 pm. Tickets are $20. For more information or to purchase tickets in advance, call Zoe at 520-5245.
February 18, 2011
Leah Korn has been accepted to Point Park University in Pittsburgh and received a scholarship for dance and academics. Congratulations!
Jennifer Medina has been invited to teach and do choreography this summer at The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater school in New York City. This is an incredible honor for her and our school–we’re very proud!
The Valentines for Clare initiative resulted in cards and gifts from all over the world! Thanks to everyone who sent good wishes and support to Clare.
October 6, 2010
Congratulations to Leah Korn, who was accepted to study at the Ailey School!
Leah was accepted to the 2011 Independent Study Program, the 2011 Certificate Program, and the 2011 Summer Intensive. This is a great honor, and Leah joins a number of Dance Project students who were accepted to study at the Ailey School in the past. We are very proud of you!
September 18, 2010
We’re happy to present The Endless Forest Nutcracker website, where we’ll provide information on the cast and schedule, participating studios, a gallery of our costumes and characters, and more!
http://nutcracker.danceprojectstl.com/
There’s lots of information to come. Welcome to the Forest!
