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SEPTEMBER 14, 2016
OPEN AND GOING
The school opened today after Hurricane Irma. All the dancers were very happy to get back the studio! Director Mr. Feray and the staff are extremely happy everyone is safe and sound!
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IT'S OFFICIALLY THAT TIME OF YEAR
The cast list for The Nutcracker was posted, along with the first rehearsal schedule for this Saturday.
SEPTEMBER 9, 2017
A MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR
Hello everyone!
I hope you are all safe wherever you may be. I am sending my love to all my students, their families, my staff, friends and colleagues. BE SAFE!
I am hunkered down in my home and ready! It will give me a lot of time to complete the cast list for The Nutcracker.
I cannot wait to see you all. Which I may be very soon according to the new track of the storm.
I wish all the people on the West coast safety, and pray that it keeps shifting away from land! Love to all and
BE SAFE!
Sincerely
Mr. Jean-Hugues Feray
SEPTEMBER 6, 2017
THE IMPENDING STORM
As of now, Paris Ballet and Dance, and Paris Ballet Conservatory will be definitely be CLOSED this Thursday, Friday and Saturday - September 7 - 9. The school will re-open as soon as conditions permit.
Selections from Swan Lake at the Gardens Mall has been postponed to September 24 with performances at 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM!
PLEASE, REMAIN SAFE AND SECURE DURING THIS TIME!
SEPTEMBER 4, 2017
AFTER LABOR DAY -- SUMMER IS OVER -- THE REAL
WORK BEGINS
Labor Day Weekend is over and Summer is a memory. Now, the Season begins to rapidly ramp up with rehearsals, performances, events
...And more yet more rehearsals.
The cast list for The Nutcracker will be posted soon. There is a FREE performance next weekend at the Gardens Mall. Rehearsals for The Nutcracker start SOON. There will also be lots more performances, and a special Holiday event co-hosted by Kids Need More Art.
This season there seems to be a great and positive vibe throughout the entire school. There a lot of happy and eager dancers who want to work and improve. Paris Ballet and Dance, and Paris Ballet Conservatory is the place to do it!
SEPTEMBER 2, 2017
HAPPY LABOR DAY WEEKEND
Thank you everyone for your hard work in class and rehearsals.
REMEMBER: NO CLASS ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 4! Enjoy a little time off and please, stay safe.
AUGUST 31, 2017
GUEST TEACHER - MR. SATINOFF
A very special thank you to Mr. Jeff Satinoff. He was the special guest teacher for Level 6 yesterday. Mr. Satinoff was a prominent dancer performing with North Carolina Dance Theater and for ten years with Feld Ballet. He has danced as a guest artist with major companies such as Louisville Ballet, The Colorado Ballet, Milwaukee Ballet, Oregon Ballet and the companies of Ohad Naharan and Ros Newman, and Chamber Ballet USA.
Mr. Satinoff has staged and/or created works for Chamber Ballet USA, Juilliard, School of American Ballet, North Carolina School of the Arts, Princeton Ballet, The Hartford Ballet, Memphis Ballet, Dayton Ballet and others. He also served as Artistic Director of Danesouth in Charleston, SC, and The Lake Erie Ballet creating several works including full-lenght The Nutcracker, La Fille Mal Gardee and Coppelia
…AND he served as the Dean of Dance for Dreyfoos School of the Arts from the day the school was inaugurated, and for many, many years afterwards.
Level 4 had a special rare treat being taught by Director Mr. Feray. This level also got a special “look” into what they would be doing for the upcoming performance of The Nutcracker. Having Mr. Feray as a teacher yesterday AND “The Nutcracker” was truly beyond exciting for them. After class, he was excited, as well!
There is always something great and wonderful going on at Paris Ballet and Dance!
AUGUST 28, 2017
GREAT AUDITION
It was a fantastic audition for The Nutcracker on August
27. Paris Ballet students let their love for ballet pour out of their hearts! Everyone did wonderfully. It's going to be very difficult to decide. The judges mentioned how difficult it will be to cast the show.
So many of dancers have come so far since last year So, it looks like for the second year in a row, there is no need to invite a professional Ballerina to perform the role of the Sugar Plum Fairy ...Not to mention all the other roles like Snow Queen, Dew Drop, Arabian, Bonbons. These parts will be cast from dancers in the school!
Director Mr. Feray did great organizing the wonderful judges, and putting it all together for this huge audition.
Thank you Karen Manucy, for getting the sign-in process organized, Christi Keavy for helping during singing in and out, and of course the three wonderful judges, Jennifer Cole, Lori Ramirez, and Ben Slayen. ...PHOTOS ON FACEBOOK
AUGUST 26, 2017
CONGRATULATIONS NICHOLAS GARLO
Former Paris Ballet and Dance student Nicholas Garlo has now joined the league of professional dancers by
accepting his first full-position as a company member with Ballet Quad Cities located in Rock Island, Illinois. The well-established American company was founded 1996, and does five major productions a year. Ballet Quad Cities is the longest-running resident professional ballet company in the entire state of Iowa and western Illinois. It is one of only 100 in the nation.
Nicholas Garlo came to Paris Ballet and Dance as a boy to begin his serious dance study until he graduated at Dreyfoos School of the Arts. While with Paris Ballet and Dance, he performed many exciting roles, and later danced with the Palm Beach Opera, and others.
Utilizing his great dance education, he was accepted into the Conservatory of Dance at SUNY Purchase College in New York. There, he received a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance and a Minor in Arts Management. In May of 2017, he graduated, Cum Laude with the Bert Terborgh Award.
Nicholas also studied at numerous summer intensives such as Springboard Danse Montreal, Jacob’s Pillow the Contemporary Program, The Netherlands Dance Theater Intensive, Launch with Northwest Dance Project, Arts Umbrella, the Movement Invention Project, and Joffrey Chicago. He also received the chance to study abroad in Taiwan for five months, where he continued to study and research classical ballet, modern, contemporary, and eastern influenced techniques such as Chinese Opera Kung Fu.
This past summer, Nicholas had the opportunity to go to Berlin where he rehearsed and later performed Dust choreographed by Roderick George at the Suzanne Dellal Centre in Tel-Aviv, Israel. These
performances opened the dance festival in Tel-Aviv.
Besides being extremely talented, Nicholas always worked very hard with drive, focus, desire and a true passion for dance. When given instruction and corrections, he understood while applying them immediately. He was a model as to what a dance student should be, and a joy to have in the school.
Director Jean-Hugues Feray and the staff of Paris Ballet and Dance are very proud of Nick, and his many wonderful accomplishments. His future is just beginning and is extremely bright as a professional dancer!
AUGUST 24, 2017
AUDITION FOR THE NUTCRACKER ON AUGUST 27 DRAWS CLOSER
There is certainly excitement in the school lately as the Audition for The Nutcracker gets closer to the date on August 27. Dancers are talking about all the upcoming performances, and many roles possibly available to them!
Please, be reminded the signed Commitment Letter is due NOW. It MUST be turned in for a student to be considered for anything. The audition is ajudicated by several qualified people who make their recommendations to Director Jean-Hugues Feray -- which he takes very seriously!
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Please, understand dancers don't always get what they (or their parents) want or feel they deserve." Choices for roles are carefully and well thought out with many factors involved in the decision making process.
With this huge commitment there is a great opportunity for a dancer's personal growth. It's an exhilarating time! ...Audition Page for more information.
UPDATE AND CHANGE FOR FRANCE DRAWING
Due to the overwhelming response of new registrations, the drawing for the PAID air-fare for two is now on Monday, September 5 - the day after Labor Day!
AUGUST 18, 2017
AUDITION FOR THE NUTCRACKER ON AUGUST 27
The audition for The Nutcracker is on August 27, 2017. There are very many great roles to be filled. Director Jean-Hugues Feray and a panel of respected judges will be on-hand to see what the dancers, with their various capabilities but more importantly their personalities will “bring.”
Students in Levels 5 and up including ALL boys, are absolutely required to attend the audition. Levels 3 and
4, will be in the show however, do not have to audition.
Being in The Nutcracker (or any production) is a huge commitment which Paris Ballet and Dance, and Paris Ballet Conservatory takes very seriously! Dancers are required to be present and ready for all rehearsals, and costume fittings. It is important for parents to not make travel or social plans during this time period. As a reminder, dancers who are absent or late may be removed from the cast.
There are several performance opportunities. Besides the grand full-length production on December 9 and 10, Paris Ballet will be performing several abbreviated versions throughout the area including The Gardens Mall.
It's a huge year for all the dancers!
AUGUST 14, 2017
WELCOME - CLASSES START TODAY AND EVERYONE IS VERY HAPPY
Director Jean-Hugues Feray and his entire staff are ready to go and very excited about the 2017|2018 Dance Season. After Pre-Registration AND Open Registration it looks like this season is truly going to be the best yet!
With great direction, a phenomenal staff, great classes, auditions, the Magnifique Ballet Winter Intensive, many performance opportunities including one at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, and the collaboration with The Gardens Mall
…There is so much planned.
Please remember if not registered yet, please come in at least 20 minutes early. This will help ease any congestion in the school office and the lobby, AND to get students in class in a timely fashion. One may go to the Register Page and download the forms, and have them completely filled out before they come in to save time.
Paris Ballet is truly looking forward to having a school full of happy and eager students who want to learn and dance!
AUGUST 7, 2017
WEEK TWO OF OPEN REGISTRATION STARTS TODAY
There has been a huge response from a special postcard mailing last week and calls keep coming in! Classes start on August 14. Returning students are reminded to come in this week to register as to not cause congestion in the school office right before class. All registration and financials must be taken care of BEFORE any student may enter class.
Reminder: Anyone who registers at Paris Ballet Dance, and Paris Ballet Conservatory has a chance to be automatically entered in a raffle on August 26 to win PAID air-fare for two -- to France!
AUGUST 5, 2017
SELECT DE GEORGE ACADEMY STUDENTS TO ATTEND PARIS BALLET AND DANCE
As announced on July 23, and starting this Fall, Director Jean-Hugues Feray will be teaching and coaching at the Kravis Center for the De George Academy as part of an ongoing collaboration with the Kravis Center. Today, Mr. Feray was at the Kravis Center today to select students who will also be joining Paris Ballet and Dance This Fall. These select students will receive expanded ballet training, and will also have the opportunity to perform in Paris Ballet incredible productions.
This is an important part of Paris Ballet and Dance, and Paris Ballet Conservatory’s growing outreach program while giving back to the community and bringing the Art of Ballet to these children.
Anyone wanting to help support this program and help give back to the community, please see our Support
page.
AUGUST 4, 2017
SUMMER INTENSIVE COMES TO AN END
The Summer Intensive has ended. Every student worked all day for two weeks. It was noticed by all teachers just how seriously they all took their art.
Thank you to the special Master Teachers Yumelia Garcia and Olivier Pardina for their great classes along with their wonderful stories, and expert advice about being good students, and becoming professionals.
AUGUST 2, 2017
YES IT SUMMER BUT GUESS WHAT
We are already working on this year’s wonderful production of The Nutcracker. Thank you to Steve Luxton’s artistry and craftsmanship for the GRAND NEW set pieces …AND MORE!
Every year -- It just keeps getting better!
Be a part of it all and register TODAY and also have a chance to wine FREE air-fare for two to FRANCE!
JULY 31, 2017
OPEN REGISTRATION BEGINS TODAY
July 31 to August 12 are the dates of Open Registration! Registrations hours are Monday through Friday 3:00 PM to 7:30 PM and Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM. Mr. Feray and the staff are very excited to welcome students who have not yet pre-registered AND new students, as well.
Remember: Anyone who registers at Paris Ballet Dance, and Paris Ballet Conservatory has a chance to be
automatically entered in a raffle on August 26 to win PAID air-fare for two -- to France!
The Summer Intensive still continues with renowned Master Teachers Yumelia Garcia and Olivier Pardina!
Regular Classes Begin: August 14.
Conservatory Begins: September 5 - Private auditions are still being accepted!
JULY 27, 2017
YOUR CHANCE TO GO TO FRANCE
Anyone who registers at Paris Ballet Dance, and Paris Ballet Conservatory has a chance to be automatically
entered in a raffle on August 26 to win paid air-fare for two to France!
This wonderful opportunity is made possible by a donor to Paris Ballet Conservatory who wishes to remain
anonymous.
This is a fun reminder that donations made to Paris Ballet Conservatory benefit EVERYONE who attends Paris Ballet and Dance.
JULY 23, 2017
DIRECTOR FERAY TO TEACH A THE DE GEORGE ACADEMY AT KRAVIS
Paris Ballet Founder and Director Mr. Feray will now be teaching at The Kravis Center's De George Academy. He has been invited to coach/teach, and bring workshops to these students. Mr. Pardina will also participate in the great project along with Mr Feray.
The De George Academy provides year-round professional performing arts instruction and coaching, performance experience and audition preparation for students in grades 3 through 8. In particular, the |Academy will target economically disadvantaged youth demonstrating a strong interest in the performing arts.
All Classes take place at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts. Some will be selected for expanded dance education at Paris Ballet and Dance.
JULY 22, 2017
THE SUMMER INTENSIVE STARTS MONDAY
Former Principal Dancer with the Joffrey Ballet, and Master Teacher Yumelia Garcia has had a busy Summer. Before she arrives at the Paris Ballet and Dance, and Paris Ballet Conservatory’s Summer Intensive, she will have already taught at International Ballet in Greenville, |South Carolina, Monona Academy of Dance in Madison, Wisconsin, Academy of Arts in Pembroke Pines, Florida, and Yorkville Performing Dance Center in Yorkville, Illinois.
Olivier Pardina, not only taught at Magnifique Ballet Intensive this summer but has, and will be teaching at major Summer courses throughout the country!
The greatest teachers are always in demand and will be here starting next week! ...See Their Detailed Bios
JULY 17, 2017
SUMMER INTENSIVE BEGINS NEXT MONDAY
As regular classes continue, the two week Summer Intensive begins next Monday, July 24. Including Jean-Hugues Feray and his expert staff of instructors, The Summer Intensive will feature internationally renowned Master Teachers Olivier Pardina and Yumelia Garcia. You may see their bios on the Faculty Page. Classes offered will be Ballet, Pointe, Modern, Contemporary, Jazz, Tap, Neo-Classical, Partnering,and Improvisation PLUS a Workshop for The Nutcracker. There is still time to register.
OPEN REGISTRATION for 2017|2018
For boys and girls from Toddlers to Pre-Professional Levels begins on July 31.
Classes start on August 14.
The Conservatory begins on September 4.
Private Auditions for both The Conservatory and the Ensemble Advanced Training Program are now being
accepted. Contact us for more information.
JULY 10, 2017
YOU SHOP. THEY DONATE!
Tomorrow, June 11 is Prime Day with Amazon. When shopping at Amazon.Smile. Paris Ballet Conservatory receives a percentage of eligible sales. There are over 100'000 deals on sale that day. Everyone who attends Paris Ballet and Dance benefits from donations to The Conservatory!
JULY 9. 2017
MAGNIFIQUE BALLET SUMMER INTENSIVE COMES TO AN END
This Summer's Magnifique Ballet Intensive has come to end. It was such a pleasure to work with the legendary Charles Jude, and the other great internationally renowned master teachers and artists Olivier Pardina, Christophe Maraval and Muriel Maffre. Besides their incredible teaching abilities, they shared their experiences of what it was like to be a student in one of the greatest ballet schools in the world - The Paris Opera Ballet School. They also shared their many experiences and their knowledge of what it was like to dance professionally in some of the greatest companies in the world!
It was amazing tho see the tremendous amount of improvement made by students in the eight days. These
dedicated students truly worked hard and it showed!
Serious students who opted for other "activities" during this time truly missed out on an incredible experience and wonderful opportunity to expand their dance education.
Paris Ballet and Dance, and Paris Conservatory can not thank Judith A. Mitchell, Tracy Butler, Miranda Hawkins and the Kravis Center's entire staff enough for their help and hospitality during this collaboration. Thank you to my very own phenomenal staff for their support and help!
There are a lot of photos being uploaded daily to the Facebook with more to come.
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Please, look for the times and dates for the Magnifique Ballet Intensive Winter Session to be announced very soon!
It's also very important to know that donations made to The Paris Ballet Conservatory helped offset some of the tremendous cost of this Intensive. Please, do not ever hesitate to make a donation and/or shop at Amazon.Smile. Donations to The Conservatory benefits EVERYONE who attends Paris Ballet and Dance!
JULY 7, 2017
EXCITING NEWS - DIRECTOR FERAY TO TEACH AT PRESTIGIOUS INTENSIVE IN FRANCE
Founder and Director Mr. Feray has been invited by the legendary Charles Jude to teach next Summer 2018 at the Stage International de Danse d'Arcachon in the south of France. This is an international intensive of mega proportions held in France. The teachers on the faculty are either stars or former stars of the Paris Opera Ballet, and major other renowned companies. Mr. Feray has worked with or was taught by many of them in the past.
Mr. Jude, a former Paris Opera Ballet Etoile/Star and long-time Artistc Director of Ballet Bordeaux) was on staff this week at the Magnifique Paris Ballet/Kravis Center Intensive this past week.
More great news to come as well!
JULY 5, 2017
PARENT SHARING DAY ON SATURDAY
Magnifique Ballet Intensive and the Kravis Center will have its Parent Sharing Day in Persson Hall from 3:15
4:45 pm on Saturday, July 8. Parents will able to see the results of their childrens’ hard work throughout the
week’s intensive.
This is a free event. However, since seating is very limited, only the parents of students can be invited. The faculty and staff are very excited to “show off” their students’ accomplishments.
Persson Hall is on the second floor of the Cohen Pavilion at the Kravis Center. Park in the garage on the third floor, then walk directly down the breezeway to the first building on the right with glass doors.
JULY 2, 2017
READY TO GO
All the studios at the Kravis Center are set up and ready to go for this week's Magnifique Ballet Intensive. Class schedules are complete and posted. Teachers start arriving from France, and other points of the globe -- today!
Again, this is a unique opportunity for a dedicated and serious dance student. Summer courses rarely (if ever) offer a list of this level of extraordinary and internationally renown teachers, and dance luminaries. If one misses out on this, they will have truly missed an important chance to truly broaden their dance education.
The staff at Paris Ballet and Dance, Paris Ballet Conservatory and the Kravis Center are very excited and proud to be offering this elevated connection to the dance community!
JULY 1, 2017
HAVE A SAFE AND ENJOYABLE INDEPENDENCE DAY WEEKEND HOLIDAY!
Kudos to the dedicated students of Magnifique Ballet Intensive who will actually be in class on July 4, and studying with some of the finest Master Teachers and Instructors in the dance world: Charles Jude, Christophe Maraval, Muriel Maffre, Olivier Pardina and Jean-Hugues Feray!
JUNE 30, 2017
A MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR
Paris Ballet "Magnifique" Intensive at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts starting this Monday,
July 3rd.
This is it, we are two days away from the new Paris Ballet Magnifique Intensive at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts. It is such a pleasure to welcome Charles Jude, Olivier Pardina, Christophe Maraval and Muriel Maffre. They are the very best of the international Ballet world joining our amazing staff right here in our back yard. It is so special to now see this project become a
reality after working so hard on it to make it happen.
Thank you to all the students and their families who have committed to this amazing opportunity that I can say will be absolutely memorable in their young Dancers lives. Mr. Jude has just shared with me that the Variations and Pas de deux he is planning on teaching are Giselle, Don Quixote and The Sleeping Beauty that he danced while a principal Dancer/Étoile at the Paris Opera Ballet. He will teach the very versions he danced himself by none other than Russian legend Rudolph Nureyev who was at the time the Artistic Director of the Paris Opera Ballet.
This is not just another Intensive. It is going to be filled with passJudith A. Mitchell, Tracy Butler, Miranda Hawkins and their entire staff.ion, incredible international knowledge with the best quality of training you could ever dream of and a real focus on every single student who will attend. What a great treat to also benefit from this incredible platform - The Kravis Center.
Thank you to Judith A. Mitchell, Tracy Butler, Miranda Hawkins and their entire staff. Your professionalism and kindness is much appreciated. Thank and you for offering Paris Ballet, and the students of the community the opportunity to train in this beautiful facility.
We are filled with joy, love and passion. Let's keep making a difference.
Sincerely,
Jean-Hugues Feray.
JUNE 28, 2017
AT THE KRAVIS CENTER IN 2018 IN FEBRUARY
On February 11, 2018, Paris Ballet and Dance, and Paris Ballet Conservatory will be performing at the Kravis Center in the Marshall E. Rinker Sr. Playhouse! The show will consist of Swan Lake Act 2 with other Excerpts, Flower Festival in Genzano Pas de Deux and Classical Symphony.
Though similar, this will not be a complete repeat of this year's Spring Performance, and not necessarily the same cast nor the same number of people in the cast. Mr. Feray will be presenting the best of the best! There will also be an audition (which will be announced later) to cast a new lead Swan, Four Swans, other key roles, and Flower Festival in Genzano Pas de Deux.
JUNE 24, 2017
IN THE FRENCH NEWS
(Updated on 6/28/2017)
Director Mr. Feray has been contacted by Floride TV, a French television channel for French people residing in Florida South. They will do a full story on him including his international career, and a segment about the Magnifique Ballet Intensive coming up at the Kravis Center July 3 through the 8. Mr. Feray will be on the set this on Monday. The segment will air this Tuesday at 9:00 AM.
UPDATE:
Here is the Youtube link to Mr. Feray's interview on June 27, 2017 with Floride Tv. Though in French, the station has International coverage. ...View Now
JUNE 19, 2017
SUMMER CLASSES BEGINS TODAY!
Today starts the incredible dance-packed Summer with a wide range of classes for all ages and levels from toddlers to pre-professionals. Summer is an important time for any dance student! Continue the improvement made during the year! ...See ALL Summer Class Listings
JUNE 18, 2017
HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!
JUNE 15, 2016
SUMMER CLASSES BEGIN MONDAY!
From Beginners (and Toddlers) to the most Advanced/
Pre-Professionals, there is a Wide Range of Classes, Special Intensives and Camps for ALL Ages and Levels!
CONTINUE AND DO NOT LOSE THE IMPROVEMENT MADE ALL YEAR!
June 19: Regular Classes Start
ALL LEVELS AND AGES INCLUDING
Princess and Little Prince Classes for 3 to 5 Years
OldsJune 19: Technique/Pointe, and Pas de Deux
Classes Start
Intermediate/Advanced/Pre-Professional LevelsJuly 3 - 8: Magnifique Ballet Intensive
July: Fairy Tale Themed Camps for both Boys in Girls in 2nd - 4th Grades
July 24 - August 4: Summer Intensive - Intermediate and Advanced Levels
PLUS
Special Private Coaching and Training with Director Mr. Feray. ...See Summer Class Listings
JUNE 14, 2017
Photos from the Spring Performances are now available for purchase from Professional Dance Photographer Janine Harris.
Here's how:
Go to: jharrisphotos.smugmug.com
Click on Paris Ballet Gallery
Enter Code: feray
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There is still time to order the two DVD set of the
Spring Performance. Download Form and follow
the instructions.
JUNE 13, 2017
NEW NEWS STARTS NOW!
Catch up on past News on the Archive Page!
JUNE 12, 2017
A MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR
Dear Students, Parents, Patrons and Friends,
Words cannot describe how incredibly proud I am of the Spring Performance. It truly brought tears of joy to my eyes! Each year, performances continue to get better. I sincerely hope you are as happy as I am. It is great to share the experience of your children's development, improvement and very hard work.
Yes, at Paris Ballet and Dance, and Paris Ballet Conservatory, we push our students to do their absolute best. While fun, often classes and rehearsals may be grueling and extremely hard work. However, as you saw this past weekend, every single student brought themselves to their highest level. They should be very proud of themselves, as well. Even though many students will not be dancers, learning life lessons about dedication, hard work, commitment are valuable ethics they can carry on to all walks of life.
Thank you to our beautiful guest dancers, Emill Huememaa, Claire Boutte, Xander Visker and Gillian Yoder. It was with great pleasure and pride to have them on the stage because they are all former students of mine and the School. When in the area, they still take classes with me!
Thank you to Sandra Baran at Jupiter Academy of Music, and Alice Culbreath at Grace Notes Foundation for the wonderful musicians for the second performance.
There are so many people to thank! I hope I have them all. These people not only helped out but insured the safety and security of your children. Thank you to all of the parents/ guardians and others who have generously given their time to help make production possible including: Robyn Begley, Mercedes Childers, Cristina Ciolacu, Alison Colbert, Tangi Colombel, Erika DeOreo, Barbara Francisco, Angela Gutierrez, Stephanie Higginbotham, Barbra Kaplan, Christi Keavy, Michael Keavy, Yeni Leyva, Roxanna King, Kristen Lenihan, (Mrs. Lenihan – Kristen Lenihan’s mother), Missy Megginson, Jeanette Medina, Lindsey Moretti, James Nobel, Karen Nobel, Emily Stewart, Michael Pachelli, Ashley Walker, and Michaela Wilkinson.
Thank you to ALL my incredible and experienced staff. Their knowledge and experience is unsurpassed. Thank you to Kristen Lenihan for her work on these past performances and her technical help. Thank you to Johanna Ross for being my rehearsal assistance, and with extra choreography and backstage help. She is truly a valuable asset to our School and Conservatory. I enjoy working with her. Thank you to Joseph J. Bucheck III for his assistance and extra coaching during and after every rehearsal, backstage help, and everything else he does. His - over forty years of experience, care and passion is another wonderful asset.
Extra special thanks to Karen Manucy! In all honesty, her devotion on a daily basis helps the school and Conservatory run. I truly cannot say enough great things about her. For many years, Karen has worked by my side looking after the school and your children. None of it could be done without her!
For the record, and it must be stated, these dedicated people who worked on rehearsals and performances did so on a voluntary basis to nurture your children, and share their knowledge and passion for dance with them. These are the things that help make Paris Ballet and Dance, and Paris Ballet Conservatory an incredible school.
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Also, don't forget all the Summer Intensives, Camps and Classes offered. Help your child continue their progress.
Sincerely,
Jean-Hugues Feray
Founder and Director
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