Winter/Spring 2006                 VOLUME 11 No. 1

From The Director

We hope you had a wonderful holiday season. As 2006 begins, we look forward to new and exciting programs at Dance Cavise. We now have our largest and most comprehensive teaching staff ever, and have expanded our Ballet and Hip Hop programs. Dance can teach children about gaining self confidence, improving social etiquette and using different ways of expressing themselves. This is exemplified in the next article about our "MAS" Hot Ballroom workshop in White Plains, On the heels of its success, we have added a children's Ballroom Workshop and BOYS Hip Hop to the schedule. Now, in our 17th year, it is more fulfilling than ever to watch how dance can change a child's life. Happy dancing in 2006'!

JOE and LORI

Cavise Goes "MAS Hot" Ballroom!!

After being inspired by the documentary "Mad Hot Ballroom", Mamaroneck Avenue School in White Plains commissioned Dance Cavise to embark on an ambitious and exciting performing arts residency. Director, Joe Cavise, along with National Ballroom champion Edgar Osario spent six weeks getting "Mad Hot" teaching the fourth grade student body the Salsa, Rumba, Merengue, Tango and Swing. The residency culminated in a performance in front of a standing-room only crowd, where the kids followed with heart-felt testimonials about what was taught through the experience that went well beyond dance. Praise from Vice—Principal Greg Middleton who said, "The children were amazing. The program far exceeded our expectations!"

The Heat Is On
Ok .,. Ok it's freezing outside and you're just trying to stay warm. Think about the humid, hot and hazy days of summer ..YES! It is time to sign-up for another exciting summer at "Camp Cavise". Join us June 26th-August 10th for seven weeks of dance, drama, music and of course fun, fun, fun. Campers grades K-8 will enjoy classes in all aspects of the performing arts as well as Ice Cream Day, and weekly surprises. This year's campers will attend Disney's latest Broadway extravaganza TARZAN as well as sitting in the front row when we attend Westchester Broadway Theatre's BARNUM. Weekly campers are Welcome!! Register early for discounted fees. See you this summer!!

Off Center Dance Theatre's Youth Ensemble

Off Center Dance Theatre's Youth Ensemble is a not-for-profit organization with two missions: Community Outreach and Dance Performance. Auditions for the company were held in October at the Dance Cavise Studios.

Congratulations to the following dancers:

Youth Ensemble I:

Rebecca Aftergood, Kimmie Behrman, Alt Brotmann, Amanda Diekmann, Ellie Greenhouse, Sarah Henkind, Call Kurlan, Kacie McNamara, Jessica Madris, Katie Phillips, Christine Piccora, Cristina Savone, Julie Serow, Emily Turco, Adrienne Zable

Youth Ensemble II:

Hannah Blaser, Rachel Eisman, Marie Hasse, Bianca Higdon, Jordie Lesser-Roy, Kate 0'Brien, Julie Shabto, Camille Swersky

The dancers have been busy rehearsing for their upcoming spring season, but their first order of business was hosting a Dance-a-thon for the victims of Hurricane Katrina. Once again the generosity was overwhelming from local talent, including the DJ Eric Kisis of Elite Entertainment. Food for the 100 dancers was donated by Sal's Pizzeria, ReAldo's Pizza, Pizza Gourmet, and Pizza 2000. Desserts were donated by Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream and"Divvies" of South Salem. The event raised over $7000 For Habitat Humanity.

What's Cookin'
Miriam Serow's Popovers

Pair these light, airy and delicious Popovers with your favorite soup on a cold winter's day.

3 Eggs
1 1/2C Cold Milk
11/2 Cups Flour
1/2 tsp. salt

Beat eggs with a fork, add milk, flour, salt all at once. Mix, don't over beat. Fill greased muffin cups 3/4 full. Bake in preheated 450 degree oven for 25 minutes, then reduce heat to 350 degrees and bake 15-20 minutes inure until golden brown.

It's National Dance Week!!

April 24-29th

Come and celebrate National Dance Week at Dance Cavise!

Adults: Dance FREE All Week

"Bring A Friend To Dance" Week

Kids: Annual Poster Contest

Prizes, Balloon Pops, and Raffles all week!!!

20% Off All Cavise Boutique Items

Masters Of Dance Day- (MOD - III)

New 2006 Classes

Boy's Hip Hop
8-12 yrs
with Manny Hernandez

Wednesdays 6:30-7:30 PM
Beginning January 11th, 2006
$395.00
"Let's Hear It For The Boys"
Learn all the cool moves with one of NYC's hottest hip hoppers

Children's Ballroom Workshop
8-12 yrs

Tuesdays or Thursdays
8 weeks - January 20-March 17
$150 per person / $250 per couple
Learn social etiquette along with Merengue, Tango, Rumba, Cha-Cha & Swing.

(Proper Dress Code Required...No Jeans)

You Must Pre-Register For All of the Above

Kid Korner

This issue's Kid's Korner is written by
Carly Stracher, age 10
(Carly is a fourth grade student at Mamaroneck Avenue School In White Plains, New York)

I have been dancing at Dance Cavise for four years and this year I take Ballet and Jazz. Imagine my surprise when, at my elementary school in White Plains, I found out we were going to do a dance program called (MAS Hot Ballroom), and that my dance teacher, Joe was going to be teaching it. I was so excited! For six weeks, all of the fourth graders at Mamaroneck Avenue School learned the Rhumba, Tango, Cha-Cha, Swing and Merengue. Each class had their own dance to learn, but some kids had to learn two. At first, practically nobody wanted to do it because we didn't want to dance with each other. Everybody was saying,<{ I don't want to do this because we had to hold hands with the boys." Learning the basic steps was also kind of tricky, but it turned out to be one of the most amazing things any of us has ever done. Why? Because it was so much fun! We danced our hearts away, and didn't mind holding hands because we had to get ready for a show! We performed in front of the entire school and our parents. Mr. 'C' and Mr. '0' were amazing! I hope that other people will have the same great chance to do this like I did.

What are you doing during Winter Breaks?
How about:

Winter/Spring Calendar

Here is a list of Winter/Spring Studio Closings. Please remember that we do not always follow the school calendar.

Children:
*Feb. 20-26 Winter Break, Studio Closed
April 10-16 Spring Break, Studio Closed

Adults:
Feb. 20-President's Day, Studio Closed
April 14-16-Good Friday, Studio Closed

Inclement Weather

In case of inclement weather, tune to 103.9 (WFAS) or call Dance Cavise at (914) 381-5222.

Save The Date!

Purchase College
Dance Lab Theatre

Sunday, March 12th
12:00 & 3:00 PM Performances

Silent Auction & Reception

Special Guest Company: Battleworks

Information And Tickets:
Call: 914-381-8080

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