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Board of Trustees
President: Suzanne Fitzgerald
Vice-President:Allan Carlsen Secretary: Rhonda Owens
Treasurer: Beth Thomas
Valerie Foy-Alberto, Ed
Gregware, Karen Gartley, Kim
Kreckmann, Brenda Nieves
Business Manager
Mary Roth
This program is made possible, in part, by a grant from the Delaware Division of the Arts, a state agency dedicated to nurturing and supporting the arts in Delaware,
in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts.
Our Programs – The Delaware Dance Company, recognized for excellence in dance training throughout the tri-state area, accepts students from ages 2 ½ - adult. DDC provides dance training in ballet, modern, jazz and tap. The school curriculum is separated into four distinct levels.
The Young Children’s Division (age 2 1/2-4) includes Mommy & Me and Totdance. These classes are limited in size and focus on motor skills, dance vocabulary, basic rhythm and self-expression.
The Children’s Division (ages 4-7) encompasses our Kinderballet, Kindercombo and Pre-Ballet levels. Simple ballet technique, dance vocabulary and rhythmic exercises are introduced in an age appropriate format. At age 6, Pre-ballet students are eligible to register for Introduction to Tap. Children enrolled in Pre Ballet, who are age 7, are eligible to register for introductory classes in Jazz, Theatre Dance and Hip Hop. Modern classes may be added at the Pre-professional level.
The Pre-Professional Division accepts students beginning at 8 years of age. The Ballet Curriculum is divided into 10 levels of achievement (Beginner Levels-1/1X/2, Intermediate Levels-2X/3/3X, Advanced Levels-4/4X/5 & advanced). Pre-professional students are encouraged to study other dance disciplines and are required to add modern and jazz to their class schedules, as they progress in the ballet curriculum. Other disciplines offered include Theatre Dance, Tap & Hip Hop. The graded curriculum in additional dance disciplines is divided in to 10 levels of achievement (Introductory/ Beginner A,B,C/ Intermediate A,B,C/Advanced A,B,C). Students in the Pre-Professional Division are placed in levels according to age, experience and ability. Many factors are considered in promotion from one year to the next including attendance, individual progress in acquiring technique, physicality and strength and a positive attitude toward dance instruction and the faculty members. Students are not permitted to pass over a level unless recommended by a faculty member, with the approval of the Artistic Director.
The Teen/Adult Division offers beginner through intermediate level classes in Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Hip Hop, Pilates and tap to teens and adults from different walks of life. Classes in this division provide opportunities for exercise, stretching and toning the body as well as an appreciation for the art form in a non-competitive atmosphere.
Delaware Dance Company's Mission: To advance the knowledge and appreciation of dance in the community and region through instruction, performances, and outreach programs: to provide the highest quality educational opportunities possible in all aspects of dance to anyone desiring such education; to be viewed as a community and regional leader in preparing vocational students for a professional career in dance.
Our Philosophy: We strive to provide our students with highest quality dance education possible, so whether they are with us for one year or many, they will leave with a love and appreciation of the art of dance, as well as a sense of self-worth and accomplishment. Our goal is to instill qualities that will carry students through their entire lives, whether they choose to pursue a career in dance or another field. Having the opportunity to view, converse and associate with professional company members, choreographers and directors provides the students a chance to develop unique relationships that very few young aspiring dancers can experience.
As a non-profit organization, DDC depends on foundation grants, fundraising events and private donations. Your generous support and donations are welcomed and are vital to help sustain this professional dance organization and enable it to continue to provide quality training and performing for young dancers in the tri-state area. As a non-profit 501-C3 corporation, the IRS and state of Delaware recognize contributions as being tax deductible.
We are currently looking for Board Members for the
DDC Board of Trustees
If you would are interested in serving please email us at DDCoffice@verizon.net
Cinderella
This Weekend May 19th and 20th
Tickets can be purchased at the theatre before each performance
Please note that Main Street and other side streets in Newark will be closed on the afternoon of Sunday, May 20th due to Memorial Day Parade. So give yourself extra time if attending the Sunday performance
