School News

Withrow Fun Fair – May 25th

We are very excited to performing again at the Withrow Fun Fair.

Performing at 1pm.

We will be performing at 1:00pm and Featuring performance by:

Contemporary Jazz 4

AP Withrow Dance Club

Artists’ Play Youth Dance Company

Ballet 2 (Saturday* and Monday classes)

Hip Hop 1/2

Jazz 5

*Performance is instead of Class

Please note, because we are performing at the fun fair. We are asking Mighty Moves 2 to come to the Mighty Moves class (11:05am to 11:45am) and the Ballet class to the Pre-Ballet 2 class (10:45am to 11:30am)

Class on May Long weekend

Hey Everyone,

Classes are still running on Saturday.

No more Dance Journeys till October.

Monday’s schedule is slightly altered.  All classes are running except Ballet 2. Also Jazz 3 is combined with Ballet 3.

See you around.

Elizabeth and  Jason

 

 

 

Dance & Climb Camp!

We are happy to announce that we will be offering another dance camp. This one is in July and will be co-hosted with Rock Oasis.

We are partnering up to offer a Dance and Rock Climbing camp.

It is for ages 6 & up. It is a full program only, $360 hst included.

More info here: http://www.artistsplay.com/home/summer-camp

 

2013/2014 Schedule and Registration is now Open

We are happy to announce our 2013/2014 schedule is ready for viewing and we are ready for registration!

We have added a lot of new classes during the week to help facilitate our growing school. If you have any questions about the schedule or what class your child or children should be in please contact us.

You can take a look at the new schedule here.

Our season breakdown is here.

Or Register online now!

We are looking forward to another great year!!

Special addition to the Youth Performance Co. Showcase on April 6th!

A | P Dance Projects will be giving you a sneak peek into an exciting new project they’ve been working on: Be the first to see a new piece incorporating breaking, contemporary, parkour and capoeira!

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Artists’ Play Youth Performance Co. Showcase- April 6th 2013

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Artists’ Play

Youth Performance Co.

 

Showcase on April 6th, 2013

Doors: 7:30pm

Show: 8:00pm

 

Tickets $15

Purchase through EventBrite: http://artistsplayapril2013.eventbrite.ca

Or In person at the door – SEATING IS LIMITED

 

Winchester St. Theatre

80 Winchester St. Toronto.

http://goo.gl/maps/TjQRj

 

Featuring Choreography by:

Stephen Scott Findlay

Malgorzata Nowacka

Elizabeth Dawn Snell

Jason Vanstone

 

Artists’ Play Youth Performance Company serves as an enriching experience for students at Artists’ Play who want to reach the next level. Students aged 11 and up are auditioned in the beginning of the season. They must show commitment, 3 years of previous training in ballet or jazz and a passion for dance.

Throughout the year dancers take a company class and have the opportunity to work with well known and established choreographers who work throughout the GTA as well as nationally and internationally.

 

New Adult Silk Class prices

Hello Danglers,

We have new prices for our Adult Silks.

Drop-ins – $25
Adult Silks Class Card of 5 – $110.00
Adult Silks Class Card of 10 – $200.00

Our Adult Dance cards will work for the Silks class, just add $5.00.

New prices/changes are effective April 1st. HST is included.

All silks classes are held in Studio A.
401 Logan Ave @ Dundas St E.

Bring a date to dance class on February 14th!

Share the gift of dance on Valentine’s Day!  On February 14 you are welcome to bring a date to the Dance Styles class at 6:30pm.

Happy Valentine’s Day from Artists’ Play!

Family Day Weekend

Please note:

 

There will be classes on Friday, Saturday and Sunday of the Family Day weekend (February 15-17).

 

There will no classes on Monday February 18th, 2013,

 

Thanks and have a great family day!

 

 

Saturday February 9th

We are very excited for tomorrow.

We  have new classes starting tomorrow, Creative Movement and Pre-Ballet 1 (same time as the classes scheduled).

Also our Open house is open to showcase our new studio C and reception area. As well as the extended studio B.

Open house is from  4pm to 6pm. Please come and meet with Elizabeth and Jason. You can also meet Francsica our new adminstrator.

 

See everyone tomorrow!

 

No Children classes tonight!

Hey Everyone,

There will no classes tonight due to the snow.

All dancers can make up the class on Monday if they wish.

Ballet 3 is from 5:15pm to 6:15 and Jazz 3 is from 6:20pm to 7:20pm.

Thanks everyone, stay safe and warm!

Regards,

Elizabeth & Jason

Open House February 9th, 2013

Come dance, chat, and celebrate with us!

New beginnings! And a new face! Come and join us in celebrating the opening of our third studio, studio C and Artists Play Lounge and reception area with an Open House Party!

 

When: Saturday February 9th 4-6pm*

Where: In the new 2nd floor Lounge and reception area and studios B and C

Come to our upstairs studio! 401 Logan- unit 201

 

*Please note the change of date for the party.

We wanted to make sure the space was ready for you!

 

Come, drop in or stay and celebrate the whole time! Food and drinks in the new reception area, dance party and Arts and Crafts. Activities will be available. Elizabeth and Jason would love to have an opportunity to chat with or dance with you! You’ll have a chance to meet a new member of our team; Francisca Zentilli, as well as connect with a few more teachers at Artists’ Play!

 

4-6 – Arts and Crafts- Studio C

4:15pm – Fun dance warm up for all ages- Studio B

4:30–5pm -Create your own dance- Studio B

5:15pm- dance showcase- Studio B

 

Please RSVP by email to artistsplay@artistsplay.com and let us know what you are going to be bringing for the potluck (Remember no nuts or nut products).

 

We are looking forward to seeing you all!

 

Elizabeth and Jason

 

Artists’ Play

 

Three weeks of summer camp!

One for the tireless dancer and two for everyone:)

Summer Dance Intensive

Intensive dance training with Artists’ Play Dance.

Training in Ballet, Hip Hop, Jazz, Modern and Silks!

August  6th to the 9th, 2013  ~ 9am to 4pm
Ages 10  and up (space is limited)
$280.00 per student includes hst

Students will be led through a variety of technique classes to build strength, flexibility, co-ordination and style. Within those classes they will begin to work on specific skills and combinations which will be brought into the later part of the day in our choreography segment of this intensive.

Students must be prepared to dance in all genres. Choreography sessions will culminate in a showing to each other at 3pm at the end of the week. Parents and friends are welcome for this showing.

Summer Dance Performance Camp

Fun and challenging dance training with exploration of drama and art.

Training in Ballet, Hip Hop, Jazz, Modern and Silks!

August 12th to the 16th, 2013

August 19th to the 23rd, 2013

ages 3-5, 6-9, 10-12 and Assistants intensive (13yrs and up)

Pick and choose one or come to both, it is going to be another great Summer Camp!

For more information http://www.artistsplay.com/home/summer-camp

To register go to: http://www.artistsplay.com/home/summercamp2013-registration

Registration will be open in the beginning of February!

 

Summer Camp registration opening soon!

We are offering two types of Summer Camps this year.

 

Introducing our Summer dance intensive program. For ages 10 and up. Train extensively in Ballet, Jazz, Hip-Hop and Modern.

 

We are offering our very popular summer dance performance camp.  We will be running our camps over the two weeks of August 12th to 16th & August 19th to 23rd, 2013. Pick and choose one or come to both, it is going to be another great Summer Camp!

 

Registration will be open in the beginning of February!

Happy New Year!

Hello Everyone,

We are really looking forward to our winter session. Please remember class start the week of January 7th, 2013.

Also we are happy to announce that we are growing. We are adding another studio, which will allow us to offer more Saturday classes in February (schedule to come soon).

We hope you all had a great holiday and look forward to seeing you in class!

 

Elizabeth and Jason

A | P DANCEWEAR is on Sale now!

Get Yours Now!  “A | P Dance” gear is almost here!

 

Deck out in A | P Hoodie, t-shirt and sweatpants, or just get the t-shirt!
Three separate order forms. Order deadline is November 16th, 2012

 

  1. Hoodies – $35

  2. T-Shirts – $25
  3. Sweatpants – $30

 

Please pay by Cheque/Cash.

A | P DANCEWEAR

Get Yours Now!  “A | P Dance” gear is almost here!

 

Deck out in A | P Hoodie, t-shirt and sweatpants, or just get the t-shirt!
Three separate order forms. Order deadline is November 16th, 2012

 

  1. Hoodies – $35
  2. T-Shirts – $25
  3. Sweatpants – $30

 

Please pay by Cheque/Cash.

 

*If you have gotten to this screen after hitting submit it means we have received your order.

New Adult class starts tonight!

Jazzy Bootcamp and Modern Movement have been combined to bring you…

 

DANCE STYLZ
for the Adult Mover

 

Starts Tonight!

 

Thursdays 6:30pm to 7:30pm

There will be no 7:30pm class to follow.

 

Dance with you soon!

 

Classes start September 10th, 2012

Hello Everyone,

We are very excited for our new dance season. Just a quick reminder that classes start on Monday September 10th, 2012.

For those who still need to register, there are still spots avaiable in some of our classes.

We look forward to seeing you all very soon!

Elizabeth &  Jason

 

End of Summer Adult Dance Schedule

Summer of Dance!

It is great to see a lot of you out to dance class this summer! We are having a blast dancing in the summer in the studio, especially with the air conditioning:)
We know some of you are away and enjoying the great outdoors and some of you are able to come out to some drop in adult classes.

Just a reminder:
Jazzy Bootcamp and Modern Movement will be on a 2 week break (Starts back on September 6th). ALL other Adult dance classes, such as Ballet Bootcamp and Adult Silks are RUNNING:)
COME DANCE WITH US ON TUESDAY OR WEDNESDAY OR FRIDAY!

Check out website for times for all of our Adult Dance Classes.

Enjoy the rest of the summer and we look forward to seeing you soon!
Elizabeth Dawn Snell and Jason Vanstone

Summer Camp – Week 2

We are having a blast this week and we can’t wait to show everyone what have been making.

Our showcase is on Friday August 24th, 2012!

Half Day at 11:00am

Full Day at 3:00pm

 

Summer Camp

We are having a blast at summer camp!

Showings tomorrow:

Half day – 11:00am

Full Day – 3:00pm

And then we do it all again next week, Alright!

Silks on Friday

Hey Everyone,

Silks this Friday (tomorrow) will be from 1pm 2:30pm.

See you tomorrow!

AP

FREE DANCE CLASS WITH REGISTRATION!

Artists’ Play School of Dance Open House!

Tuesday, July 31st,
Wednesday August 1st
and Thursday August 2nd from 5pm to 7pm

Elizabeth and Jason will be here to answer questions about our school and faculty.  Come in for a quick chat and see our studios!

Come register yourself or someone in your family for one of our terms, summer camps or sessions and take one of our adult dance classes for free on

July 31st – Ballet
August 1st – Silks
August 2nd – Jazzy Bootcamp

All of our children, teen and adult classes are listed on our website www.artistsplay.com/home/school/2012-2013-season

We look forward to meeting you!

Elizabeth Dawn Snell and Jason Vanstone

Artists’ Play School of Dance

416 309 7529

 

Adult Dance Classes are back on!

After a small break, our Adult Classes are back!

Come dance with us this summer!

Ballet Bootcamp

  Uses ballet technique and dance conditioning exercises to lengthen strengthen and tone muscles.  Participants will train like a dancer, sweat and explore the art of ballet.

  • Tuesdays
  • Time: 7:45:pm – 8:45pm

Beginner Silks for Adults

  Focus on building core and upper body strength. Learning various climbs and conditioning exercises using the aerial silks. A great way to get in serious shape quickly!

  • Wednesdays
  • Time: 6:30pm – 8:00pm
  • Fridays
  • Time:  12:30pm – 2pm

Jazzy Bootcamp

  Designed to improve cardio vascular fitness, increase strength and flexibility and maximize calories burned while learning a dance combination set to upbeat music
  • Thursdays
  • Time: 6:15pm – 7:15pm

Modern Movement

  Using the styles of Modern, Hip Hop, Jazz  and Contemporary. This Fun adult class is guaranteed to get you moving with confidence. Focusing on mobility and well-being of our bodies while heightening our own energy through movement.
  • Thursdays
  • Time: 7:30pm – 9:00pm

 

Tell your friends, they can start anytime!!!

Try a class for $20.00. If you like it the $20 goes towards your Class pass of 8 $135 or Class pass of 12 $190.00!! Class passes can be used on any Adult dance class!!! Come out dance and have fun!!! ****Our upstairs studio is air-conditioned.

 

 

It’s Summer time!!

We here at Artists’ Play are gearing up for one super fun/busy summer!!!

  • First check us at Lesliville’s Summerlust…
    This Thursday June 21st, we will be stationed around Queen and Jones
    and have a fun program lined up.  We get started around 7pm.
    There will be a lot going on between Jimmie Simpson park & Coxwell.
    It’s all along Queen St. E.

 

  • Then off to Choreograph Grease….
    Elizabeth and Jason will be off to Hanna, AB
    to choreograph for Stage Hanna’s production of “Grease”.

 

 

  • Followed by our Summer Dance Performance Camp…
    It is going to be big this year and we are super looking forward to it.
    There are few spots left for those who want to join.

 

  • All the while our Adult Classes will still be running…
    That’s right, let’s keep dancing!
    - Adult Silks on Wednesday Night and Friday Afternoon will be running throughout the summer (except Friday June 30th, 2012).
    - Ballet Bootcamp, Jazzy Bootcamp and Modern Movement are taking a small break and will return on July 12th, 2012.

 

 

We look forward to seeing you all around in the neighbourhood!

Catch us at a Fun Fair or two!

Artists’ play is very proud to be showcasing a few of their many talented students in some upcoming Fun Fairs.  Thank you to all the organizers for inviting us!

Dundas Public School Fun Fair – June 2nd
**A class pass of 8 is on the Auction table here.

St. Joseph’s Fun Fair – June 2nd
**A class pass of 8 is on the Auction table here.

Duke of Connaught Public School Fun Fair – June 9th

 

 

 

 

Withrow Public School  Fun Fair – May 28 – Just passed, it was a lot of fun, we are all so proud of our dancers.

 

Artists’ Play school of dance not only provides fun and professional dance classes of many styles at Dundas and Logan.

We also provide  great after school programs, as well as dance workshops for the schools.  Hip hop, jazz, ballet and modern are some of the amazing dance styles you can move with at Artists’ Play.

We have Summer camps, walking programs and Adult classes available!

Come dance with us! www.artistsplay.com

Artists’ Play Youth Company Showcase

April 1st, 2012 @ 3pm

at Dancemakers
55 Mill Street – Building 58 – follow the signs to the theatre!

Price: $10.00

This year’s Youth Performance company will be showcasing choreography by:

Allen Kaeja
Lucy Rupert
Elizabeth Dawn Snell

Dancers are students of Artists’ Play School of Dance. Please join us in this exciting showcase of three highly physical, imaginative and breathtaking short works.
Special Guests: Elizabeth & Jason showcasing new work!

Please RSVP for your tickets as space is limited. Email us aritstsplay[at]artistsplay.com

No Classes Easter Weekend

There are no dance classes being run by Artists’ Play from Friday April 6th to Monday April 9th.

Thank you and have a great Easter weekend.

Elizabeth and Jason

Adults, Lets Dance!

We have 4 dance classes for every adult!

Classes are on a ongoing basis…

Ballet Bootcamp

  Uses ballet technique and dance conditioning excercises to lengthen strengthen and tone muscles.  Participants will train like a dancer, sweat and explore the art of ballet.

  • Tuesdays
  • Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm

Beginner Silks for Adults

  Focus on building core and upper body strength. Learning various climbs and conditioning exercises using the aerial silks. A great way to get in serious shape quickly!

  • Wednesdays
  • Time: 6:30pm – 8:00pm

Jazzy Bootcamp

  Designed to improve cardio vascular fitness, increase strength and flexibility and maximize calories burned while learning a dance combination set to upbeat music
  • Thursdays
  • Time: 6:15pm – 7:15pm

Modern Movement

  Using the styles of Modern, Hip Hop, Jazz  and Contemporary. This Fun adult class is guaranteed to get you moving with confidence. Focusing on mobility and well being of our bodies while heightening our own energy through movement.
  • Thursdays
  • Time: 7:30pm – 9:00pm

 

Start anytime!!!

Try a class for $20.00. If you like it the $20 goes towards your Class pass of 8 $135 or Class pass of 12 $190.00!! Class passes can be used on any Adult dance class!!! Come out dance and have fun!!!

For more information or to register online visit: www.artistsplay.com or call us at 416.309.7529

Term 2 starts Tuesday!!

Just a quick reminder term 2 starts this Tuesday January 31, 2012. There is still room in some of our classes!

We are looking forward to another great session. Keep your eye out as we will be getting ready to perform for fun fairs and our year end show, which happen in June.

 

Our holiday show was Snap’d!

We were Snap’d at our Holiday Performance at the Ralph Thornton Centre!

http://snapd.at/eebpk8

Our Holiday Hours

We will be closed for the holidays from

December 24th to January 8th

We wish you a happy holidays and a merry new year!

PS: Term 1 ends Jan. 30th & Term 2 starts Jan. 31st, 2012

Artists’ Play Youth Company Holiday Showcase!

with levels 3 and 4

Sunday, December 18, 2011

Artists’ Play School of Dance Performs
at the RALPH THORNTON CENTRE

765 Queen Street East
map: Ralph Thornton Centre

Show time: 3pm
general seating ~ this is a free show!

Potluck Reception to follow performance
Please email to let us know what you would like to bring!

We also need volunteers to help decorate a bit before the show, rsvp if you would like to help:)

Dancers from the A | P Youth Performance Company will be showcasing a piece created with Allen Keaja of Keaja d’Dance.
Levels 3 and 4 will be showcasing the pieces they have been working on in class.

Please join us to celebrate a fantastic time of year and the love of dance with these exciting and fantastic young dancers.

Dance Club is OFFICIAL!

AFTERSCHOOL DANCE CLUB for children in Grades SK to 3 on FRIDAYS.

First session starts Jan 13th, 2012 and runs to March 2nd, 2012. The cost for this 8 week dance club is $120.00.

Dance club will run again after march break with two more sessions until June 2012.

Students will learn Hip Hop, Music Videos, Jazz, Silks and many other types of performance styles. They will also be given the opportunity to create with arts and crafts in making sets or props! Even better….Lead by Jason Vanstone, students will also be mentored by some of Artists’ Play’s senior dancers.

PICK UP AVAILABLE FROM YOUR SCHOOL – additional $15 for the 8 weeks of pick up. REGISTER NOW!

In Studio Showings

Monday November 28th to Saturday December 3rd

*a casual showing of your child’s development within the first term. All showings are during regular class times.

Halloween Dance PARTY for children and adults!

Sunday, October 30th, 2011
~ 3pm to 5pm ~

FREE!!!

@ Artists’ Play Studio ~ 401 Logan Ave – Suite 201

Dance workshops, Halloween fashion show, snacks, games & more!

Learn some new moves, show off your costume and have fun!

Please R.S.V.P. if you wish to come. Sign up to be in the fashion show segment of the party!

Sign up sheets will be in both studios. Our call us at 416-309-7529.

We will have a table for any nut free snacks and beverages if you wish to bring something :)

Tell your friends! Bring your friends! We look forward to seeing you!

Youth Performance Company Auditions

 

 

Youth Performance Company Auditions:

Saturday October 15th, 2011

1:00pm

Auditions are being held in the downstairs space

Youth performance company 2011 – 2012 season, runs from October 22nd to March 31st, 2012. The company will perform at a few events throughout the year plus have their own show at the Winchester St Theatre in March. Dancers will have the opportunity to work with established and exciting choreographers in Toronto. Dancers must make a full commitment to the season. All performance company holidays correlate with our school year.

Please speak with Elizabeth if you wish to sign-up. Must be 11 years or older, taking two classes a week.

Look forward to seeing you at the audition!

Hear Artists’ Play on the Evi-Dance Radio

Artistic Director Elizabeth Dawn Snell and students Mariella Santagata and Sarah Brennan, went onto the dance radio show “Evi-Dance” to talk about the school. To find out what was said goto:  http://www.evidanceradio.com/home/podcasts/2011/sunday-september-25-2011

Adult Classes starting up again!

Hello all,

Our adult classes are starting up again and we are ready to go for a line-up of classes you don’t want to miss.

What do we offer? I’m glad you asked!

Tuesday  – 6:15 to 7:15 Ballet Bootcamp ~ Starts next week

Wednesday -  6:30 to 8:00pm Beginner Silks ~ Starts tonight!

Thursday – 6:15 to 7:15 Jazzy Bootcamp ~ Starts next week

Thursday – 7:30 to 9:00pm  Modern Movement  ~ Starts tomorrow!

All of our adult classes are run on a transferable Adult class card system. You can buy a class card of 8 for $135 or  12 for $190.   Come try a class and then discuss what card is best for you!

All of our adult classes happen in Artists’ Play Studio, upstairs (401 Logan, unit #201), except Beginner Silks which happens downstairs at 1112 Dundas St E. Also note unless you hear otherwise… Class will always be a go!!

For more information visit www.artistsplay.com/school or call 416.309.play (7529)

We look Forward to dancing with you  ~ AP

 

Dance with us in our 2011/2012 season!

Register Now!!! Our dancing season starts SATURDAY Sept 10th, 2011!!!

As our school grows, we are happy to be offering more classes throughout the week for a more intensive training ground for dancers who wish to continue dancing and possibly making a career of it! At the same time, we completely and wholeheartedly believe in keeping dance an enjoyable and incredibly inspiring activity for children, young and old!

We have an array of new classes this year from our rock girlz for ages 3 and 4, another level of Pre-Ballet, Hip Hop and now added, our intermediate/advanced classes for our more advanced dancers!

 

COME TALK TO US!

Tuesday, September 6th to Friday, September 9th ~ 4pm to 6pm

We are in the upstairs studio and would love to see you and discuss what class is best suited for you or your child!

Our studio is located at 401 Logan Ave – unit  #201 (Corner of Logan and Dundas). Go throught the main doors of the 401 building and follow the signs!

 

WHAT WE OFFER…

CHILDREN AND YOUTH CLASSES:

Dance Journeys – ages 1 to 2.5 for caregiver and child

Creative Movement – ages 3 and 4

Pre-Ballet levels 1 and 2 – ages 4 and 5

Ballet levels 1 to 4 – ages 6 and up

Rock Girlz – ages 3 and 4

Dance Play – ages 5 and 6

Jazz levels 1 to 4 – ages 6 and up

Little Tappers and Tap 1 – ages 3 to 6

Mighty Moves levels 1 and 2 – ages 3 to 6

Hip Hop levels 1 to 4 – ages 6 and up

Intermediate Ballet – ages 13 and up

Performance Company – ages 11 to 17

ADULT CLASSES:

Ballet Bootcamp

Jazzy Bootcamp

Silks conditioning

Modern Movement

We look forward to dancing with you!!
Visit our website for more details on our school and classes.

Thank you!
Artistic Directors,
Elizabeth Dawn Snell
and Jason Vanstone

www.artistsplay.com

~Artists’ Play School of Dance provides professional training in a fun and creative environment. Inspiring children and adults to move!

 

Fall is fast approaching

Hope everyone is having a great summer. As we are getting ready for another summer, we just wanted to remind everyone that you can register online for all of programs now!!!

For all the classes that are being held at Artists’ Play school of dance you can view the schedule and register here:
http://www.artistsplay.com/home/school

For all of those who goto school at Withrow Public school you register online here:
http://www.artistsplay.com/home/school/withrow-afterschool

If you have any questions. Please feel free to contact us!!

See you all very soon!

Open House. Sat August 13th, 2011

August 13th -

Join us for free classes in creative movement, silks conditioning, hip hop and jazz from 12pm to 2pm

Come meet the teachers! Have a coffee! Have a cookie!

Chat with us, we would love to see you!

***We are located at the Corner of Dundas & Logan.

Modern Movement tomorrow

A quick reminder that modern movement will be from 6:30pm to 7:30pm tomorrow (Thursday July 27th)

Class resumes normal schedule next week.

Let’s go! :)

Artists’ Play …a Cabaret! June 23, 2011

We’re Back!!!!!!!

After taking a break from the Cabaret scene, we are back with a high energy Cabaret, filled with debut performances of familiar artists doing new arts.

Featuring:

Dana Bondy – Singing
Elizabeth Dawn Snell & Rachelle Ganesh – Silks
Jason Vanstone – Dance

Artists’ Play …a Cabaret started in 2003 at Cervacaria Downtown. It was a successful showcase of 4 years. It proved to be a ground-breaking show for many artists that are now prominent in the Toronto performing arts scene. After a small break Artists’ Play is proud to be putting the show on again in it’s new homes and provide new performance opportunities to the Toronto performance arts scene.

Summer Series Registration Form 2011

No more submissions accepted at this time.

Artists’ Play takesover McCleary Playground!

Hip Hop/Contemporary Dance
Drum Circle (All invited)
Interactive Dance Show
Poi Artists – Natalie Fullerton & Lara Ebata with live acoustic music

Artists’ Play is taking over McCleary Playground. A great afternoon of Dance, Music an Art. Artists’ Play is taking their Cabaret outside! Featuring performances from the Company, Youth Company, the School and special guests!!! It is a free event and is part “Sounds like the Riverside”.

See you there

Dance Journeys!

We  happy to offer a dance class for you and your little one!

1.5 years to 3 years and you or the caregiver!

At Artists’ Play we are offering a six week session starting May 19th on Thursdays from 11am to 11:45 for caregiver and child.
Located at Dundas and Logan!
Beautiful bright studio located on the second floor, elevator for strollers!
This will be a class geared to movement and games for ages 1.5 to 3yrs.
Price:  Full six week session: $90
Four class card: $75
Dates: Thursdays from 11am to 11:45am, May 19th to June 23rd
A fun and interactive dance journey class for children and caregivers.  Games and dancing!

We are not doing any drop in so please register, thanks!

Summer Series 2011

New to Artists’ Play this year,  we are introducing a 6 week Summer Series. In this 6 weeks it will be an opportunity for those who want to try a class and for those who want to keep taking  class over the summer holidays. We will be offering classes in:dsc7146

Hip Hop
Ballet
Jazz
Creative Movement
Mighty Moves
Ballet Bootcamp
Modern Movement

For Children and Adults.

Starts July 12th to August 20th. Class is $95.00 for the six weeks. Includes HST. All classes are held at Artists’ Play ~ 401 Logan Ave – #201 (Logan & Dundas)

Summer Series! Start July 14th, 2011 ~ Register Online Now!

Tuesday

St1112
AP
N.A.
N.A.
4:00 – 5:00pm
Hip Hop
10 yrs & up
N.A.
5:05 – 6:05pm
Hip Hop
12 & up yrs
5:05 – 6:05pm
Ballet
7 to 10 years
n/a
6:00 – 7:00pm
Modern
11 & up
7:30 – 8:30pm
Ballet Bootcamp
Adults
7:00 – 8:30pm
Inter/Adv Ballet
14 yrs & up

Wednesday

St1112
AP
N.A.
N.A.
4:00 – 4:45pm
Creative Movement
3 to 4 yrs
n.a
5:15 – 6:00pm
Pre-Ballet
5 yrs
N.A.
6:15 – 7:45pm
Beginner Silks
Adults
7:30 – 9:00pm
Inter/Adv Jazz
14 yrs & up

Thursday

St1112
AP
N.A.
11:00 – 11:45am
Dance Journeys
P & Tot
4:00 – 5:30pm
Ballet
11 yrs & up
4:00 – 5:00pm
Hip Hop
6 to 9 yrs
5:45 – 7:00pm
Jazz
12yrs & up
5:15 – 6:00pm
Jazz
6 to 9 yrs
7:15 – 8:15
Modern Movement
Adults
N.A.
8:15 – 8:45pm
Stretch & Strength
Adults

Saturday

St1112
AP
9:15 – 10:00am
Creative Movement
3 to 4 yrs
9:00 – 10:00am
All Boyz Hip Hop
5 to 8 yrs
10:05 – 10:50am
Pre-Ballet
5 yrs
N.A.
11:00 – 12:00pm
Ballet 1
6 yrs
N.A.
12:05 – 12:50pm
Mighty Moves
3 to 4 yrs
N.A.

 

Thanks for dancing with us!

Artists’ Play School of Dance

www.artistsplay.com

416.309.7529

Happy Easter! ~ No Classes

A reminder there is no class this weekend Friday April 22,11 to Monday April 25, 2011

 

Thanks and have a great weekend!

April 19th ~ Performance Co.

Our Youth Performance Company nwill be performing this coming Tuesday in our downstairs studio.

7:30 door | 7:45pm show

It will be a 20 minute show followed by a little reception.

Come one, come all. Come out and see what a great job these girls have done this year!

Register Now! Summer Camp 2011

AUGUST 8th to 12th and/or AUGUST 15th to 19th

Register Online Now!

AT 1112 Dundas Street East, Dundas and Logan

…Dance, Theatre & Art…

Children learn and experience valuable aspects of performance and other arts, while finding their own strengths and acquiring new skills. Daily outside activities are a part of this versatile, entertaining and engaging program. Each week culminates in a casual showcase for friends and family. Half days for ages 3 to 5 and full day programs for ages 6 to 15.

Check out our photos from last year’s summer camp!

Click here to register for the Summer Dance Performance Camp!!

img_0299img_0334Dancing in the park

New Space for Artists/Fitness Opens in February

Artists’ Play is opening a second studio space just upstairs from StudioElevenTwelve at Dundas and Logan!

Artists’ Play School of Dance operates out of and is a collective member of StudioElevenTwelve. With growing dance classes and need for more rehearsal space in the Leslieville area we are jumping in! But we need to share!! We only use half of our available time and are looking for responsible renters to share our beautiful space!

Details of the Space:
1000 sq ft of open studio with 12ft ceilings
kitchen
sound system cd/ipod
change room
lots of natural light
heating/air conditioning
on site bathroom
interlocking mats available
Still under construction***sprung dance floor to be installed in March 2011

Flooring is now linoleum on concrete

Rate: For the month of February only rehearsal rate is $15 per hour hst included
Please call for teaching or workshop rate.

Location: Our new studio “On the Edge” is located at Dundas and Logan.
Email us at: rentals@artistsplay.com

StudioElevenTwelve is still happily renting space at studioeleventwelve@gmail.com

Sarah Murphy-Dyson

Guest Choreographer – Youth Company

Sarah Murphy-Dyson is a Gemini Award winning actor, writer, dancer and singer.
She was a First Soloist with the Royal Winnipeg Ballet for nine seasons before joining the original cast of the hit musical Dirty Dancing (Mirvish), as she transitioned into acting onstage and onscreen.

Currently, she can be seen in various national television commercials and recently performed her solo show, The Naked Ballerina at the Toronto Fringe, for which she garnered rave reviews, including ‘Outstanding Performance” by Now Magazine.

Besides acting and writing, Sarah has been the stunt double for actors, Kate Beckinsale, Jaime King and Milla Jovovich, she has worked as Associate Director on various projects, including, ‘Larger Than Life-The Musical’ and ‘Mamma’s Boy’ for Ghostlight Projects at the Factory Studio, ‘Live at the Met’ which featured the casts of Dirty Dancing, Sound of Music, We Will Rock You, Jersey Boys, and Second City and she has choreographed for stage and screen. In 2005, she coached Jennifer Lopez in ‘Shall We Dance?’.

Theatre Credits include: ‘Penny Johnson’ and ensemble in Dirty Dancing (Mirvish), Enter a Free Man (MTC Stoppardfest), Die Fleidermaus (Manitoba Opera), The Blue Room, Karla and Grif (U of W), and performances throughout the world with the Royal Winnipeg Ballet.

Film credits include: The Assassination of Jesse James, Whiteout, Clear Lake, Nureyev, Shall We Dance?, Leaving, Dracula, Pages from a Virgin’s Diary, and the Tale of the Magic Flute (Gemini Award – Best Performance).

New Classes Starting in February

Creative Movement & Music ~ 1-3 years & Guardian

Tuesdays 1:00pm to 1:45pm
Saturdays 10:00am to 10:45am

Dance Play ~ 3 – 6 years

Wednesdays 5:15pm-6:00pm
Saturdays 11:00am – 11:45pm

Adult Dance Fitness Class

Mondays 6:10pm to 7:10pm

Ballet Bootcamp ~ Adult

Tuesdays 7:30pm – 8:30pm

Ballet 4/Pointe Class

Tuesdays 6:30pm – 7:30pm

Intro to Flamenco ~ 7 – 11 yrs

Thursdays 4:00pm to 5:00pm

Contact us for more information. Call 416. 309.7529

Jennifer Fell

Instructor – Creative Movement, Pre-Ballet & Silks

Jennifer Fell received her professional dance training at George Brown College. She has been living and working as an independent artist in Toronto since 2001.

She has performed with such companies as Circus Orange, A2D2 Aerial Dance, LaRouge Entertainment, Koba Family Entertainment, La Belle Danse Baroque Company, Blue Ceiling Dance, and Goodness Gracious Fire Dancers.

Jennifer began teaching Ballet, Modern and Jazz at the Morée School of Dance. She has taught classes for Artists Play, The Swansea School of Dance, Turning Point Academy, George Brown College, Leslieville 80′s Babies, and is a Coach at Centre of Gravity Circus.

Rehearsal Director for the George Brown Dance Performance Ensemble since 2005, Jennifer also represents Ballet Jörgen Canada as Rehearsal Director for various youth casts in The Group of Seven Nutcracker.

Having toured to Barbados, Dubai, Bahrain, across America and Canada, Jennifer is happy to be home sharing the love of dance and aerial with all those eager to learn.

Another Pre-Ballet Class Added on Wednesday!

Starting Wednesday January 5th we will be adding a Pre-Ballet Class from 5:15pm to 6pm.

Pre-Ballet ages 5

A class focused on bringing creative play to the next level. Students begin to learn more in-depth combinations with focus on basic ballet technique and gaining strength and agility.

Register Now!!

Christmas Tree Lighting – Dec 11th, 2010

Artists’ Play is proud to be involved with Riverside’ BIA’s Christmas Tree Lighting on Dec 11, 2010.

We are performing twice at the lighting. Once at 5:40pm and again at 6:20pm. Please note we are showcasing different classes at both times.

It’s all happening in front of the Mustard Seed at Queen & Saulter.

We will be showcasing some of our classes including:
Ballet
Jazz
Hip Hop
& Tap

See you there!!

The Modern Move for Adults resumes January 6th, 2011

Register Now!!

Using the styles of Hip Hop, Jazz, Modern, and Contemporary. This Fun adult class is guaranteed to get you moving with confidence. Focusing on mobility and well being of our bodies while heightening our own energy through movement.

Access power through movement by strengthening your core and mobilizing your joints and limbs .  Each class has a basic warm up which leads us to fun and energizing combinations which are repeated each week in it’s particular part.  Free movement and structured improvisation will be explored throughout the session.

Just cause we care there is a 1/2 hour stretch class that follows and is included in the price!

Price:  $190.00 includes hst.

Classes are on Thursdays 7:15pm to 8:30pm

Dana Bondy

Guest Choreographer – Lyrical Jazz

Dana’s training began in Fort Erie ON, at Peacock School of Dance where she became a principal dancer and instructor. Her love of dance and passion to perform led her to Toronto where she attended George Brown College and graduated with a certificate from the Performing Arts Program

Upon graduation from George Brown, Dana trained and performed with Jazz and Hip Hop companies, “Thrive” and the “Honeykats”. She has also received international recognition traveling in Japan as dance captain and performing at Huistenbosch Dutch Resort. Further Credits Include – I’m A Soulman (Da Blooze Bros), The Spiegel Show (LuminaTO), Hank and Mike (Darius Films), Stardust Follies Musical Review (Diamond Entertainment), Vegas Live (777 Entertainment) Sports Celebrity Fundraiser (TSN), Fashion Cares (2005), Moulin Rouge and West Side Story (PWA Foundation) as well as numerous Toronto industrials.

Dana continues training with ‘Creative Habitat’, a contemporary dance company for Social Change, whose works have been showcased for the Premiere of “Women in Dance” and “Talent Defined” and working closely performing for Toronto Sick Kids Hospital. She is also a featured performer and dance captain with Les Coquettes Cabaret Troupe, with performances in support of Opera Nation, Rethink Breast Cancer and Boys Night Out.

Dana is also a much sought after Choreographer whose credits include, The Weight of Tradition (Three Eagles Prod.) and Twilight Express (Bravofact).

Hello Party… Sept 11/2010!

Hello everyone,

We had a great summer camp and part of what made it so great was everyone who took part, so thank you!

Classes start Saturday September 11th!!!
Thank you to those who have registered.


REGISTER NOW FOR 2010/2011 classes, there is still space but we do limit class size to ensure quality training.
New classes include Jazz ages 5 to 6, Tap, Adult Ballet and a few classes on different days.  Check our website for details.
We are so excited for this year to begin and are going to have a PARTY to prove it!:)

PARTY!

Meet the Teachers, Try a class, Have Fun!

Get together with Artists’ Play, a party to say hello after a great summer to old friends and new faces.  And…it is Artists’ Play’s 6th Anniversary!
Cost: FREE
Juice and snacks for the children and a little wine for the parents.
We will be doing a couple of small free classes for the children and for parents if they would like to join.

Schedule of events to be posted on our website shortly.

BRING YOUR FRIENDS!
TIME: 3pm to 5pm

WE look forward to seeing you all very soon!
Please call or e-mail if you have any questions.

RSVP Today! To the Evite page!

2010/2011 Schedule now up!

Hey Everyone,

Our schedule for next year is now up! We are very excited to be adding Tap, Modern and Pointe to all the classes that we already offer. Mighty Moves (All boys class) had a succesful first year and is growing.  Go to classes to find out more about the classes that we offer.

Can’t wait to dance with you all!
Elizabeth and Jason

Such Great Heights

That is the theme of our school this year as we grown to new heights.

Sunday June 27th, 2010

Winchester St. Theatre
80 Winchester St.
Doors – 1:00pm
Show – 1:30pm

Our students will be showcasing their talents while performing in the style of  Ballet, Jazz and Hip Hop!

Space is limited so please inquire about tickets at 416.309.play (7529)

Easter Weekend Classes 2010

Classes will be held on Saturday April 3rd, 2010. However there will be no class on Easter monday April 5th, 2009.

Modern Movement for Adults Starts April 15th, 2010

Another session is about to begin starting April 15th, 2010.

Join us for a 10 week session $120.

Focusing on mobility and well being of our bodies while heightening our own energy through movement.
Access power through movement by strengthening your core and mobilizing your joints and limbs .  Each class has a basic warm up which leads us to fun and energizing combinations which are repeated each week in it’s particular part.  Free movement and structured improvisation will be explored throughout the session.

Moms & Babes dancing starts May 2010!

Hello All!

Join Elizabeth in the middle of May 2010 as she starts a new class for Moms & Babes.

INTRODUCTORY OFFER!
4 weeks for $32

Get back in shape with your baby!
Strengthen, Lengthen & Groove

Space is Limited. Call to Register

416.309.PLAY (7529)

To find out more about our dance classes in the Leslieville area. Click here!

HOLIDAY PARTY – DRESS REHEARSAL FOR TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY!

As the holidays draw near we are all nudged with that little extra something…celebration time:)!

This thursday join the students in ballet, jazz and hip hop classes and instructors/directors of Artists’ Play Dance Theatre as we perform for friends and family in preparation for our show on December 12th with the Riverside BIA for their Tree Lighting Ceremony!

Hot chocolate and dancing! What else does one need?  If you wish to bring snacks or beverages please do so!

Thursday November 26th, 2009 at 6:30 to 7:30

FREE

1112 Dundas street east

For more info call 647 206 2154

Free Children’s Halloween Dancing at “Take a Walk on The Riverside”

Join Artists’ Play Dance Theatre as we brew up some fun Halloween dances at Mustard Seed between 11am and 3pm for children of all ages!

Parents can join in too, what better way to warm up after you get your face painted?! Before you carve a pumpkin! Lots of things to do for everyone!

Older students of Artists’ Play won’t be hard to find as they float through Riverside guiding unsuspecting neighbours into trick or treating, many fun activities and special deals from all the businesses!

WE LOOK FORWARD TO DANCING WITH YOU!

Elizabeth Dawn Snell

A great start to the year!


One thing I am very proud of is to be in the community I am in.  I am quite enthralled with each and every family who is a part of Artists’ Play Dance Theatre.

This past week was our first week to dance classes at the studio and I am very happy to see so many familiar faces along with new ones.  My how everyone has grown!

All the dancers are excited to be getting stronger and faster as am I to see them as they leap into the 09/10 season with confidence.

Thank you to all of you who are a part of this growing dance community!

A REMINDER:

Auditions for Ballet Jorgen’s Nutcracker is coming up.
For the Audition Poster – click here or paste this link into your browser:

http://www.balletjorgencanada.ca/site/ballet_jhorgen/assets/pdf/Toronto___Touring_Nutcracker_A

See you all soon and keep dancing!

Elizabeth Dawn Snell

Artists’ Play Dance Students on Evi-Dance

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Sarah Brennan and Hannah Stein talk about their upcoming performance in Artists’ Play Dance Theatre’s year-end recital ‘Magial Travels’.

Dance News – February 28th, 2009

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“In-Studio” showing for end of session on
Saturday April 4th and Monday April 6th.

An informal showing of class material and excerpts of the pieces we are working on for the year-end show. Showings will be during regular class times.

Please note: No classes on Easter weekend (Saturday, April 11th and Monday, April13th)

Spring Session starts April 18th, 2009

Spring session: $120.00
Pre-register by March 14th and receive 10% off

Adult Dance Classes!

An Introduction to:

Salsa Fitness, Nia & Modern Movement

This nine-week program is designed for people who would love to get up and dance but don’t know which style to try first!

This introductory tapas of dance leads you comfortably through three different class types while consistently focusing on body awareness and the joy of movement.

Three week blocks of Salsa Fitness, followed by Modern Movement and finally Nia.

When:

Every Thursday @ 7pm, April 16th to June 11th

Where:

StudioElevenTwelve 1112 Dundas Street east

Cost: $126.00 – registration deadline – April 6th

Instructors:

Liz Saunders – Nia

Elizabeth Dawn Snell – Salsa Fitness/Modern Movement

Events

Year-End show – “Magical Travels” – a dream

Students of A.P.D.T perform in a year end show which highlights each class and student in a fun and dramatic dance show.

Location:
Winchester St Theatre

(80 Winchester street)

When:
June 14th, 2009 at 1pm

$5.00 – family and friends welcome.
Tickets on sale May 1st

The Winchester St Theatre

The 115-seat theatre is equipped with theatre lighting, a technician, dressing room and a great stage designed for dance.

Artists’ Play… a Cabaret!

A show, a party, a time and place to enjoy!

Featuring performances from A.P.D.T.’s upcoming fringe show “HeartSurge” as well as guest performers from actors, comedians to dancers and poets.

A short dance lesson to kick off the night and a band to get you up and on your feet after you have been thoroughly entertained!

Location:

1112 Dundas Street east (Dundas and Logan)

When: April 4th at 7pm

Cost: $10 – all ages welcome, under 12yrs – free!