Preparatory Division

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Preparatory Division
Fall 2015 / Spring 2016
Registration Packet
ages 3-7
17 N. State St., Ste. 1900, Chicago, IL 60602 • 312-251-8838 • www.balletchicago.org
Dear Parent,
Enclosed is your annual program enrollment packet. Registration is due by September 9th, 2015.
Preparatory Division classes provide an inspired introduction to the arts with a focus on creativity, group
interaction, motor skill development, and the joy of self-expression.
Class level is determined by age:
• Creative Movement 1 (age 3)
• Creative Movement 2 (age 4)
• Pre-Ballet (age 5)
• Bravo! Boys (ages 3-6)
• Introduction to Ballet (age 6)
• Introduction to Ballet 2 (age 7)
All of our teachers have a great deal of experience working with children and apply teaching methods
based on positive reinforcement and validation. Another benefit of sending your child to study at
Ballet Chicago is that our classes have live accompaniment; our pianists dedicate themselves to the
specific needs of playing for classical ballet.
A unique feature of enrolling at Ballet Chicago is that students participate in a performance-based
curriculum. On-stage experience builds confidence, promotes teamwork, and provides a twice-yearly
benchmark for each child’s progress. Our young dancers are given two exciting performance opportunities:
• Ballet Chicago’s annual Nutcracker at The Athenaeum Theatre (December)
• Spring Showcase Performance (May)
For summer activity, Ballerina Dream and Courtly Knights Children’s Theme Camps are offered for
Preparatory Division students.
Another benefit of joining the Ballet Chicago family is the opportunity to participate in the School of
Ballet Chicago Parents Organization, headed by school parents and Susan Gaspari-Forest and Sheila Rivera.
Please consider joining the SBCPO for the upcoming school year.
Additionally, I am happy to announce that we have changed the uniform code to allow for enhanced
creativity and self-expression. Keep in mind that all female Nutcracker mice will still need a pink camisole
leotard under their costumes and dolls will need a white camisole leotard under their costumes.
Detailed information for the new uniform code, classes and performance activities are included in your
packet. Please feel free to call or email Lower School Administrator Danny Valente if you have any
questions. We look forward to a wonderful year filled with each child’s journey into the beauty of ballet
as only Ballet Chicago can do it!
Very truly yours,
Patricia Blair,
School Director
Preparatory Division Registration Packet
2015/2016
Enclosures:
• General Information & School Calendar
• Registration Form, Class Selection & Tuition Rates
• Contact Information
• Dress Requirements & Dance Supply Stores
• Policy Agreement
• Rules and Regulations
• Liability Waiver & Photo/Video Release Form
• SBCPO Volunteer Form
• Medical Forms
To ensure a spot in our 2015/2016 Annual Program, please complete and return all
of the above forms with your tuition payment. Payments must be made by or before
September 9, 2015. We cannot guarantee you a spot until we have received your
registration. Payment plans are available; please see packet for further details.
Please do not hesitate to contact Danny Valente, Lower School Administrator with
any questions or concerns at 312-251-8838 or dvalente@balletchicago.org.
General Information
The School of Ballet Chicago is located in a public, multi-use building. Please be respectful of other tenants in all
public areas. Also, please refrain from entering any offices, unoccupied studios, storage rooms or wardrobe room.
To promote a healthy and positive environment, please observe the following:
• Food and drinks are restricted to the kitchen area. Please clean up after yourself and your child.
• Do not leave valuables unattended in the lobby or dressing rooms. SBC is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
• Lockers are available for students enrolled in Level 3 and up. Students must provide their own lock and are required to complete and return the Student Locker Information Form, with a copy of their combination or key prior to claiming a locker. Lockers must be cleaned out and left open prior to Winter Break and at the end of the semester.
• Students must wear street clothes to and from the studio.
• Photography or videography of any kind is not permitted within the School. This includes cell phone photos/videos.
• Students and parents are required to treat all faculty and staff with respect.
• Students and parents may be asked to sign in and show identification to building lobby security.
• The SBC facilities are designated non-smoking, as is the entire building.
School Calendar
Semester Schedule
• First Semester
• Second Semester
September 9, 2015 - January 30, 2016
February 1, 2016 - June 4, 2016
Important Dates
• Early Registration Begins
• Early Registration Deadline
• Registration Deadline
• Parent Open House
• Nutcracker Auditions
• Nutcracker Orientation Mtg - MANDATORY
• Nutcracker Registration Packets Due
• Nutcracker Rehearsals Begin
• Halloween Dress-Up Day (optional)
• Nutcracker Photo Day (Dolls & Mice)
• Nutcracker Photo Day (Angel, Party, Polli)
• Dance Along Nutcracker @ Chicago Cultural Center
• Nutcracker School Performances Reh @ Athenaeum
• Nutcracker School Performances @ Athenaeum
• Nutcracker Public Performances @ Athenaeum
• Classes Resume
• Summer Theme Camp Registration Begins
• Class Observation/Fall Semester Ends
• Valentine’s Day Dress-Up (optional)
• St. Patrick’s Day Dress-Up Day (optional)
• Spring Gala @ Park Grill
• Kentucky Derby Dress-Up Day (optional)
• Ballet Chicago Studio Company Spring Rep @ Harris
• Happy Birthday Ballet Chicago
• Annual School Show (All School) @ Athenaeum
• Children’s Theme Camps
Wednesday, July 1, 2015
Monday, August 3, 2015
Wednesday, September 9, 2015
Saturday, September 19, 2015 (10 a.m. - 2 p.m.)
Saturday, September 19, 2015
Friday, September 25, 2015
Saturday, October 31, 2015
Saturday, November 7, 2015
Saturday, November 14, 21, 2015
Sunday, December 6, 2015
Tuesday, December 8, 2015
Wed., Thurs., Fri., December 9-11, 2015 (10 a.m.)
December 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 2015
Monday, January 4, 2016
Monday, January 4, 2016
Saturday, January 30, 2016
Saturday, February 13, 2016
Saturday, March 19, 2016
Thursday, April 21, 2016
Saturday, May 7, 2016
Sunday, May 22, 2016
June 13-17, 2016
Holidays
• Fall Break
• Thanksgiving Break
• Winter Break
• Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• President’s Day
• Spring Break
• Memorial Weekend Break
October 10-12, 2015
November 25-28, 2015
December 21 - January 3, 2016
January 18, 2016
February 15, 2016
March 21 - March 28, 2016
May 27-30, 2016
Registration Form
Student Name:
Age: DOB: M
Height:
Weight:
Email:
State: Zip:
F (circle one)
Address:
City:
Select Class(es)
Creative Movement 1 (age 3)
_____ Saturday 11:45 - 12:30pm (combined with CM2)
Creative Movement 2 (age 4)
_____ Saturday 11:00 - 11:45am
_____ Saturday 11:45 - 12:30pm (combined with CM1)
Bravo! Boys (ages 3-6)
_____ Wednesday 4:30 - 5:30pm
Pre-Ballet (age 5)
_____ Tuesday 4:30 - 5:30pm (combined with Intro to Ballet)
_____ Thursday 4:30 - 5:30pm (combined with Intro to Ballet)
_____ Saturday 10:00 - 11:00am
Intro to Ballet (age 6)
_____ Tuesday 4:30 - 5:30pm (combined with Pre-Ballet)
_____ Thursday 4:30 - 5:30pm (combined with Pre-Ballet)
_____ Saturday 10:00 - 11:00
Intro to Ballet 2 ( age 7) _____ Saturday 1:00 - 2:00pm
Payment
_____ Registration Fee (Required)
$35
_____ Creative Movement (1&2)
_____ Pre-Ballet
_____ Intro to Ballet
_____ Intro to Ballet 2
_____ Bravo! Boys
_____ Two classes / week
_____ Three classes / week
1 Semester
$290
$310
$310
$350
$310
$550
$650
Total Payment: $__________________
Full Year
$540
$550
$550
$620
$550
$1,000
$1,200
*Please note: There will be an additional
Nutcracker performance fee of $35 to be
paid upon enrolling in Nutcracker.
Check: #____________
Credit Card: #________________________________________ Exp. Date: _____________
Name on Card: ______________________________________________________________
Tuition is non refundable.
Contact Information
Student Name:
Parent / Guardian 1
Name:
Address:
City: State: Home Phone: Work Phone:
Cell Phone: Email:
State: Home Phone: Work Phone:
Cell Phone: Email:
Zip:
Zip:
Zip:
Parent / Guardian 2
Name:
Address:
City: Emergency Contact (cannot be either parent)
Name:
Address:
City: State: Home Phone: Work Phone:
Cell Phone: Email:
Student Information
Student Cell Phone (if applicable):
Student Academic School:
Grade Level:
School Phone Number:
Dress Requirements
Class Uniform for Girls:
• Creative Movement 1: Pink tights, any color leotard / pink leather ballet slippers
• Creative Movement 2: Pink tights, any color leotard / pink leather ballet slippers
• Pre-Ballet: Pink tights, buttercup leotard / pink leather ballet slippers
• Introduction to Ballet: Pink tights, light pink leotard / pink leather ballet slippers
• Introduction to Ballet 2: Pink tights, light pink leotard / pink leather ballet slippers
Approved brand and style numbers for tights, leotards, and shoes are on file at Chicago Dance Supply and Motion
Unlimited. Let the clerk know you are a Ballet Chicago student and provide your class level. They will let you know
what style to purchase. If purchasing from Discount Dance Supply, you can access the information by logging on to
the full year program section of the Ballet Chicago website.
Students are permitted to wear skirts, tutus, hair flowers and tiaras so that they can experience the full joy of being a
young ballerina.
Class Uniform for Boys:
• Creative Movement 1: Black tights or shorts, any color t-shirt / white leather ballet shoes and white socks
• Creative Movement 2: Black tights or shorts, any color t-shirt / white leather ballet shoes and white socks
• Pre-Ballet: Black tights or shorts, white t-shirt / white leather ballet shoes and white socks
• Introduction to Ballet: Black tights or shorts, white t-shirt / white leather ballet shoes and white socks
• Introduction to Ballet 2: Black tights or shorts, white t-shirt / white leather ballet shoes and white socks
Dance Supply Stores
• Chicago Dance Supply
www.chicagodancesupply.com
5301 N. Clark St., 2nd floor
Chicago, IL 60640
773-728-5344
Purchase a full outfit (tights, leotard, shoes, etc.) and say you’re a Ballet Chicago student and receive a 15% discount!
• Motion Unlimited
www.motionunlimiteddancewear.com
218 S. Wabash, 2nd floor
Chicago, IL 60604
312-922-3330
• Discount Dance
www.discountdancesupply.com
Policy Agreement
Please read the following carefully. Initial before each statement and sign at the bottom of the form.
This form must be completed in order for the registration to be processed.
_____ I understand that full curriculum attendance is essential for my child’s advancement.
_____ I understand that tuition is non-refundable once I have enrolled my child.
_____ I understand that my child, or myself being present for the entire class is essential to my/his/her progress and well-being.
_____ I understand that if my child, or myself is late for class, he or she may be asked to observe.
_____ I understand that valuables are not to be left unattended, and that Ballet Chicago is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
_____ I give my permission for Ballet Chicago to take photos and/or videos of my child to be used for the
purpose of promoting the School. I understand that no other photography or videography (including
cell phone photos) is permitted in any SBC class, rehearsal or performance.
_____ I understand that any issues relating to Ballet Chicago are to be addressed with The School Administrator. Interrupting instructors during or between classes is not permitted.
_____ I agree that I will not hold Ballet Chicago, it’s faculty, staff or board members liable for any injury
sustained or illness contracted by my child while a student at the School of Ballet Chicago.
_____ I understand that it is my responsibility to check the call board and school calendar on a frequent basis.
_____ I understand that Ballet Chicago will be sending out school e-blasts and it is important to read the
information that is sent out and respect and adhere to school deadlines.
_____ I agree to comply with all school policies and procedures.
I understand and agree to the terms and conditions listed above.
Student Name: Date: Signature:
Parent Name: Date: Signature:
Rules and Regulations
• Class, rehearsal and performance schedules must be strictly adhered to at all times.
• Class uniforms must be worn in all classes.
• Conduct in and out of the studio must be courteous and professional at all times.
• Any absence must be reported by the student, parent or guardian and approved in advance by The School Director or The School Administrator.
• Injured students are required to observe all their assigned classes, unless given advance permission to be
excused from this requirement for medical reasons.
• Ballet Chicago shall not be liable in any way for injuries sustained during attendance at the School of Ballet
Chicago or any of its related functions. It is also understood that dance instruction involves kinetic corrections that may include physically touching the student as part of regular class work and rehearsals.
• Students are required to keep the studios, dressing rooms, and common areas clean at all times. Do not leave water bottles, food, band-aids, tape, etc., anywhere on the premises.
• Students are not permitted to use fellow dancers’ belongings without their permission.
• Stealing is not permitted and will result in immediate expulsion from the School. In the event a student is
dismissed, tuition is non-refundable.
• Rude and/or disrespectful behavior will not be tolerated. Disruptive behavior will be cause for dismissal from Ballet Chicago premises and/or programs.
• Each student is encouraged to carry his or her own personal property insurance. Ballet Chicago assumes no liability directly or indirectly for loss or damage to personal property by fire, theft or any other cause.
• Students are responsible, both individually and collectively, for all damage to and defacement of Ballet
Chicago rooms and furnishings, and for any damage to the public areas of the building and equipment. In the event damage is assessed, student will receive an itemized bill of damage charges to be paid by the student and/or the parent/guardian.
• Tuition is non-refundable. Parents are responsible for their child’s tuition once enrolled.
• Ballet Chicago reserves the full authority to enforce these rules and regulations which may include revocation
of scholarships and financial assistance. Ballet Chicago reserves the right to suspend or dismiss students for violations including but not limited to all of the above.
Liability Waiver
Please read the following carefully, as students will not be permitted to attend classes until the School of Ballet
Chicago receives this release, returned and signed by enrollee and/or parent.
I am aware that ballet training and the exercises associated with it places unusual stress on the body and carry
with them the risk of physical injury. On behalf of my child (or myself, I am a student age 18 or over), I assume
all risk and agree that the School of Ballet Chicago shall not be liable in any way for injuries sustained or
illnesses contracted during attendance at the School or any of its related functions. It is also understood that
dance instruction involves kinetic corrections that may include physically touching students as part of regular
class work and rehearsals.
Photo & Video Waiver
I hereby give permission for images of my child, captured during Ballet Chicago classes, rehearsals, special
events, and performances through video, photo, and digital camera, to be used solely for the purposes of
Ballet Chicago/the School of Ballet Chicago promotional material and publications, and waive any rights of
compensation or ownership thereto.
Ballet Chicago promotional material is inclusive of but not limited to Ballet Chicago marketing materials,
brochures, information packets, videos, website photos, dance related newspaper and magazine articles,
Facebook, and Twitter pages.
We at Ballet Chicago/the School of Ballet Chicago collect group and individual photos and testimonials
relating to our school, training, performances, and activities. We use these photographs, videos, profiles,
testimonials and stories for various purposes, such as promotional, advertising, commercial, educational,
research, and archival purposes.
By signing this document, you are granting Ballet Chicago permission to use your photo, profile, and/or
story in promotional material to promote our programs and performances.
The School of Ballet Chicago Parents’ Organization
Parent Name:
Student Name: Student Level:
Home Phone: Cell: Email: Volunteer Opportunities
(Check one or more)
_____ Costume Committee: Help hand sew labels, remove and attach jewels and trimmings, assist with
fittings and costume cleaning. Sign-up on the SBCPO board located in the lobby. Prior sewing experience is not required.
_____ Fundraising Committee: Join this committee to brainstorm and implement fundraising ideas for
Ballet Chicago. This includes working on our annual Nutcracker Sweets Party, sales of items at the theater, decorating pointe shoes to sell, and other fundraising items.
_____ Marketing Committee: Create personalized marketing flyers for dancers to distribute to family and friends. Assist in creating and distributing dancer’s press releases to local communities. Handle pre-sales of tickets.
_____ Chaperone Committee: Sign-up to serve as a chaperone at theater rehearsals and performances.
Only chaperones are allowed back-stage.
Artistic Direction
Daniel Duell - Artistic Director / Founder
Founder and Artistic Director, Duell is a force in the development of American classicism, and is
passionate about the advancement of ballet technique in its purest and most energetic form. As a dancer
with the New York City Ballet from 1972-1987, he was taught and coached daily by George Balanchine.
Quickly rising through the ranks, Duell was promoted to Soloist in 1977, and then Principal Dancer in 1979.
He performed a wide-ranging repertoire, dancing leading roles in the ballets of George Balanchine, Jerome
Robbins, Peter Martins, and Jacques d’Ambois, among others, including multiple works that were created for
him. A Ford Foundation Scholarship recipient from the age of 13, he trained with the Dayton Civic Ballet, then
at the School of American Ballet, and at the age of 19 was invited to join NYCB. In addition to his fifteen
years at NYCB, he was a featured guest artist for numerous companies nationwide and performed for several PBS Dance in
America public television programs. Duell has been choreographing since 1980 and has created works for Ballet Chicago,
Ballet Hispanico of New York, Dayton Ballet, Harkness Dance Theatre, The Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival, and the School of
American Ballet. He also collaborated with WTTW Channel 11 in Chicago to design two programs; the first, an Emmy Award
winning special (outstanding cultural programming) on Ballet Chicago, and the second entitled Love in Four Acts, a program
showcasing four Chicago choreographers selected by Duell. He was also awarded the 2000 Ruth Page Award from the
Chicago Dance Community for the Artistic Direction of the Ballet Chicago Studio Company. Duell is a frequent lecturer on ballet, music, and the arts, serves on several not-for-profit boards and advisory boards,
and has been an adjudicator for the National Endowment for the Arts and The Illinois Arts Council. He is also a repetiteur for
The George Balanchine Trust and stages ballets across the United States. He conducts master classes in both the United States
and Europe, including teaching engagements at the School of American Ballet, Indiana University at Bloomington, The
University of Iowa, and the Bulgarian National Dance Academy in Sophia, Bulgaria. In Spring 2011, Duell worked with the
Royal Danish Ballet, teaching and coaching the company in preparation for its New York season. Duell taught again for The
Royal Danish Ballet in preparation for the company’s Spring 2012 Copenhagen performances of major Balanchine/Stravinsky
ballets.
Patricia Blair - Associate Artistic Director / School Director
Patricia Blair is highly committed to the training, artistic education, and personal well-being of young
dancers. She began working with children when she was 15 years old, and to this day, her love and respect
of classical ballet and passing that on to young artists is one of her greatest passions. She was born
in New York City, began studying ballet at the age of 7, and began her performing career at 17. While a
student at North Carolina School of the Arts, she was chosen to dance the role of “Myrtha” in Giselle
alongside principal dancers Svea Ekloff and ABT’s Burton Taylor. In 1979 she joined the Eglevsky Ballet,
under the direction of Edward Villella and then Michael Vernon. In 1984, while still dancing full time with
the company, she became one of the organization’s Ballet Mistresses, rehearsing the repertoire of George
Balanchine, Michael Vernon and guest choreographers. Throughout her years at Eglevsky Ballet she was also an active teacher
in NY, teaching classes for Eglevsky Ballet, Harkness House for Ballet Arts, Steps NY, and volunteering to teach at risk youth
in church basements and community centers. During off seasons, she performed as a guest artist developing new works with
many NY choreographers, danced in musical theatre productions across the US and on Broadway, and briefly entered the LA
movie world with Pavanne for a Dying Princess, a solo dance film created especially for her. She came to Chicago in September
1987 upon the recommendation of Balanchine repetiteur Victoria Simon. She staged several ballets for Chicago City Ballet’s
fall season, after which Duell invited her to move to Chicago and join his artistic team. She was the Ballet Mistress for Ballet
Chicago from 1987 – 1997, and was appointed Director of the School of Ballet Chicago in 1995. She also serves as Associate
Artistic Director for the company.
In addition to her work with the School of Ballet Chicago and the Ballet Chicago Studio Company, Ms. Blair gives
master classes throughout the region and has been a guest teacher for Pacific Northwest Ballet School in Seattle, Washington,
Gem City Ballet in Dayton, Ohio, and in May 2007 had the honor of teaching at the School of American Ballet. Ms. Blair has a
lifelong love for the ballets of George Balanchine, and appreciates both the privilege of having performed his ballets and the
joy of passing them on to younger dancers. She has been responsible for a large body of repertoire at Ballet Chicago, and has
staged Mr. Balanchine’s Serenade and Allegro Brillante for the St. Louis Ballet.

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