Show Stoppers is for students to desire more training, performance opportunities & competition experience!
Dancers who wish to be considered for this All-Styles group must fill out an application & attend live auditions.
Students are evaluated according to the specific demands that practice & performance places on them (skill, strength & stamina). They are also assessed based on their previous behavior in dance classes, attendance, discipline, maturity level, respect for others & how well they work with others to determine if they are prepared for Show Stoppers.
Dancers at this level are held to a higher standard of work ethic, commitment to personal growth and team-building, as well as dedication to being the best versions of ourselves in and out of the studio!
Dancers who wish to be considered for this All-Styles group must fill out an application & attend live auditions.
Students are evaluated according to the specific demands that practice & performance places on them (skill, strength & stamina). They are also assessed based on their previous behavior in dance classes, attendance, discipline, maturity level, respect for others & how well they work with others to determine if they are prepared for Show Stoppers.
Dancers at this level are held to a higher standard of work ethic, commitment to personal growth and team-building, as well as dedication to being the best versions of ourselves in and out of the studio!
Pre-Requisites & Requirements
.• Be in 7th+ Grade
• Have had at least 3 years of consistent dance training.
• Be enrolled in at least one other Level 3 or 4 class per week.
• Attend Technique class weekly.
• Maintain a 70% attendance record across all classes enrolled (including Technique).
• Complete 2 Hours of Volunteer Service per season.
• Adhere to ALL Student Conduct requirements including but not limited to dress code, shoe code, timeliness, etc.
• Be prepared to travel to both local and out of town performances & competitions throughout the year and after recital.
• Maintain healthy body weight & nutritional needs throughout the year.
• Maintain good work and study habits at school.
• Represent HDE in a positive light both in and out of the studio by refraining from negative behaviors such as hazing, harassment, use of alcohol or other illicit drugs, academic misconduct, etc.
• Act professionally and respectfully during practice, rehearsals, performances & competitions.
• Dancers are expected to work on self-improvement in areas of personal responsibility, dedication, discipline, self-motivation and team building.
• Being a Show Stoppers means committing to a full year (Sept 1 - Sept 1 the following year) of performances & events.
• Have had at least 3 years of consistent dance training.
• Be enrolled in at least one other Level 3 or 4 class per week.
• Attend Technique class weekly.
• Maintain a 70% attendance record across all classes enrolled (including Technique).
• Complete 2 Hours of Volunteer Service per season.
• Adhere to ALL Student Conduct requirements including but not limited to dress code, shoe code, timeliness, etc.
• Be prepared to travel to both local and out of town performances & competitions throughout the year and after recital.
• Maintain healthy body weight & nutritional needs throughout the year.
• Maintain good work and study habits at school.
• Represent HDE in a positive light both in and out of the studio by refraining from negative behaviors such as hazing, harassment, use of alcohol or other illicit drugs, academic misconduct, etc.
• Act professionally and respectfully during practice, rehearsals, performances & competitions.
• Dancers are expected to work on self-improvement in areas of personal responsibility, dedication, discipline, self-motivation and team building.
• Being a Show Stoppers means committing to a full year (Sept 1 - Sept 1 the following year) of performances & events.
Thinking About Auditioning?
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Dancers who wish to be considered (or re-considered) for the Show Stoppers Performance & Competition group may apply & audition if they understand the above listed requirements.
Each student will be considered individually and will receive a separate invitation if they are selected. Any dancer who is deemed not ready will receive a letter of recommendation for how they can prepare for future consideration. All dancers must re-apply for these classes at the beginning of each season. Participation in the Show Stoppers class from the previous year does not ensure your dancer will be invited to return. ***Note : There are additional fees for participation in Show Stoppers, attending Technique class, costumes, solo/duet/trio practice fees, and travel (see below). |
TUITION & FEESTuition is based similarly to our regular class tuition rates. Show Stoppers is added as an additional class to the existing number of classes your dancer is enrolled in.
Technique is considered a requirement, therefore students who earn a spot in the group will require a Technique Pass that can either be purchased as a package of 10 classes for $100 or a Full year pass for $225. See Our Registration & Tuition page for more information. Additional fees such as for solo, duet, trio fees, costumes, shoes, travel, etc may also be incurred but are always communicated to our families in advance. |
HOW TO APPLYStudents who want to apply for Show Stoppers need to:
Fill Out An Application New Applicants Application Form -or- Existing Show Stoppers RE-Apply HERE & Attend Auditions July 31st @ 9:30 AM at the HDE Studio |
TIPS FOR AUDITIONS-Arrive 10-15 min early to sign in, stretch and warm up beforehand & get ready for your audition.
-Dancers can expect to learn fast-paced choreography with a group; as well as an individual assessment of skills and questioning with the judges panel. -Bring all dance shoes that you own to your audition (especially those jazz shoes- wink!). - Look & dress like a serious dancer (no jeans, costumes, and please always have your hair pulled back!) - Judges will be assessing your dance skills as well as your inter-personal and professional characteristics. So think : positive energy, smile & lots of eye contact (it goes a long way)! |