As we look at pushing our recitals to the end of July 2021 due to California state and local guidelines, I am putting together a brand new in-studio performance opportunity called “Spring Fling” for dancers to be part of our performance series.
“The promise of spring’s arrival is enough to get anyone through the bitter winter!”
— Jen Selinsky
What is Spring Fling?
To keep dancers engaged in their classes I am creating a “Spring Fling” mini-performance in March with dances about bugs, flowers, and rainbows.
Why do Spring Fling?
Spring Fling gives dancers a tangible goal to work towards in the early months of 2021. Because our local guidelines have closed our lobby, we are also using this to stay connected to dancers and their families and provide something to look forward to as we work towards “returning to normal.”
How do dancers participate in Spring Fling?
Dancers will opt into the “Spring Fling” mini shows and perform in the studio wearing their dress code and accessories either recorded or with a limited capacity audience pending our local guidelines. They will learn the routines for 10-15 minutes in class January-March. The fee to participate is included in their Recital Participation Fee for 2021.
How to organize Spring Fling for your dance studio
If you are already using a dress code at your studio, simply assign songs/routines to each age group. For example, all of our Twinkle Babies ages 2-3 will learn “Baby Bumble Bee” and receive a pair of antennae to wear with their pink Sparkle tutu dress for “Spring Fling.”
Sample Twinkle Star Dance Spring Fling
Baby Bumble Bee
Sound of Music
Over the Rainbow
Add extras
Don’t forget to add extras like a “Spring Fling” participation ribbon; a recording of the performance and/or action photos; and a costume car parade (our dancers and families love these).
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“Twinkle Stars makes it simple for us to offer a clear, concise and fun curriculum for young dancers! Implementing the suggested dress code has been a game changer. Parents love not having to figure out what their dancer will be wearing to dance easy week and I love that it makes our classes look professional and polished in an age appropriate way.”
– Lynne Meyer, MusicWorks! Studio of Performing Arts
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– Carolyn Coskren, Dance Inspirations
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– Lisa Yarwood, Lisa’s School of Dance