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2008-2009 Performance Calendar | Requirements | Audition Information Request

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Wagner Dance Arts' Dance Elite is much more than just a "performance team". Dance Elite is a group of dancers who are dedicated to dancing and have a passion for performing.  Through Dance Elite, you will have the opportunity to learn and to grow in dance through various performances and competitions throughout the year. Dance Elite are also featured performers in the Wagner Dance Arts annual performance in June.

Elite members are required to follow a program of dance training including Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Tap and Tumbling. Members typically dedicate 3-8 hours per week to dance training. Your training as part of Elite is designed to develop and fine tune your skills to help you become an outstanding, well rounded performer. Included in your Elite training will be flexibility and strength development as well as a focus on technique and performance specific skills. Along with your dance training will be the development of self-confidence, respect, etiquette, responsibility, teamwork, commitment and self-esteem which can be applied in all aspects of your life.

The current three divisions are Senior Elite, Junior Elite, and Mini Elite. Wagner Elite Companies perform and participate at various functions throughout the year.

Auditions for dancers 5+ years old are held throughout the year with the annual audition held in June. Let us know if you are interested in becoming a member of Wagner's Dance Elite.

We perform at these exciting events

       Arizona State Fair

Festival of Trees

Gilbert Days Parade

Global Village

Chandler Ostrich Festival

A Better World Through Dance

HHall of Fame Competition

Starbound Competition

U of A Jazz Showcase

RRMHS Invitational Performance

Herberger Theater

     Celebration of Dance

Wagner Dance Arts Annual Performance

Requirements to be a part of Dance Elite

• Dancers are selected by audition.
• Dancers audition each year.
• Dancers are required to attend the weekly Dance Elite classes which include one class for all Elite members and one level specific class.
• In addition to the two Dance Elite classes, each dancer is required to take one additional regular dance class for "Mini Elite", two additional regular classes for "Junior Elite" or three additional regular classes for "Senior Elite" each week. Specific classes required are listed in your acceptance packet.
• Attendance at extra rehearsals is also required when needed.
• Extra fees are required for uniforms, costumes, competitions, etc.
• You Must be available for various rehearsals/performances/competitions throughout the year.
• Attendance required at Dance Elite classes continued through the Summer.

Being a member of Wagner’s Elite Companies is the next step in your complete dance education and it takes a lot of dedication, hard work, and a strong desire but it is also a lot of fun.

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Dance Elite 2008-2009 Performance Calendar

Below is our current list of Dance Elite performances for the 2008-2009 dance season. We post new information as we have it so check back often.

• October
  • 25th - Dance Elite Performance at Gilbert Halloween Carnival
    Freestone Park, 5:45PM (dancers arrive by 4:45PM)
• November
  • 1st - Dance Elite Performance at Herberger Theatre
    Downtown Phoenix, Time-TBD
  • 15th - Dance Elite (ages 10+ only) Gilbert Days Parade
    Downtown Gilbert, Morning, Time-TBD
• December
  • 3rd - Dance Elite Performance at Festival of Trees Gala
    Banner Gateway Hospital, Evening, Time-TBD
  • 5th - Dance Elite Performance at Festival of Trees
    Banner Gateway Hospital, Evening, Time-TBD
• More dates coming soon...

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