DSA | Department of Dance and Movement
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  • Aug25

    Did you know that Denver School of the Arts is upon its 20th Anniversary?

    There will be special programming throughout the school year honoring this milestone, and a lot of energy and enthusiasm placed into planning for the future. Principal Kohut, the Friends of DSA, and the DSA PTSO are proud to announce the:

    Vision 20/20 Campaign:
    Celebrating the first 20 years;
    Creating a foundation for the next 20 years

    This campaign includes a fundraising component designed to build a capital fund to support initiatives that carry the school forward the next two decades and on.

    Thoroughly Modern Millie

    Kicking off this campaign will be a benefit performance of Thoroughly Modern Millie, and the Vision 20/20 Gala on Friday, September 24. This special event will include a presentation of the Vision 20/20 Campaign by Principal Kohut, additional exhibits and performances by DSA students throughout the evening, and an elegant after-show reception with more DSA student entertainment.

    We need your help. Tickets for the event are $75 ($55 is tax deductible) and seating for the show is general admission. Each DSA department will be selling a proportional number of tickets to fill the Kay Schomp Theatre this night, and the Department of Dance and Movement is responsible for about 40 tickets. Anyone is welcome, especially arts patrons and philanthropists who may be interested in supporting DSA. If you, or your family, friends, neighbors, or coworkers could join us on this important evening, please contact Kim Daniels (using the form below)—she has tickets available for you, as well as credit card forms.

    Having a full house to begin this year long celebration is the goal of the Gala Committee, but recognizing there are plenty of people interested in supporting DSA unable to attend on the 24th, there are additional “no-show tickets” available for a suggested $75 tax deductible donation. Without reserving a seat, patrons are still able to contribute to the Vision 20/20 Campaign kick-off. Please encourage your contacts to support DSA for the evening, even if they are unable to attend. These “no-show tickets” are also available through Kim Daniels.

    DSA was able to negotiate limited royalties for a single performance of the show, which means that all proceeds beyond normal ticket prices this night directly fund DSA programs and campaigns.

    Additional information about the Vision 20/20 Campaign will be available in the coming days and weeks.

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    Thoroughly Modern Millie runs in the Kay Schomp Theatre September 22–26. Tickets (except for the Vision 20/20 Gala) are available online.

  • Aug2

    The DSA Dance Department potluck picnic is at Robinson Park in Hilltop on Sunday, August 22 at 11:30 – we will set up by the playground. Bring blankets for your family.


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    • 6th, 7th, & 8th grade families please bring a main dish to share for 12-14 people.
    • 9th & 10th grade families please bring a side dish to share for 12-14 people.
    • 11th or 12th grade families please bring a dessert to share for 20 people.

    All paper products and drinks will be provided by DFO. If your dish requires serving utensils don’t forget to bring some along.

  • Aug1

    Volunteering is the most important way you can help the DFO and the Department of Dance and Movement. Keeping our shows and other events fully staffed depends greatly on your help. The schedule of volunteer opportunities (nearly 150 of them!) for the 2010/2011 school year is on our Volunteer Page. Please visit and sign-up, as the saying goes: early and often. Getting signed-up now means you have the best selection of jobs, and including your email when signing up ensures you will automatically get a reminder. THANK YOU!

  • May6

    The 2010 Junior Projects, NIGHT CREATURE, in collaboration with the Bands and Orchestra departments is next week (May 13 & 14).

    We need your help. The DFO works to ensure all our department events run smoothly, and that our fundraising successfully supports the needs of our dancers. Right now we need volunteers to help at NIGHT CREATURE.

    Please use the links below to sign up.

  • May6

    The 2010 Junior Projects, in collaboration with the Bands and Orchestra Departments will be showing in the Dance Studio Theater on May 13 & 14.

    Tickets are available through the DSA Box Office, 303-424-1713, M, W, F from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. $10/adults and $6/students & seniors.

  • May4

    Andrews Photography recorded video of the Thursday, Friday, and Saturday shows (April 22, 23, and 24). DVDs of either show are available for $18 each. Order directly from the videographer, simply Click/View/Print the order form and mail it in (be sure to specify which night you’re ordering).

    Andrews Photography
    P.O. Box 376
    Granby, CO 80446
    970-887-3624

  • Apr22

    The Dance Banquet/Annual Year End Party will be Tuesday, May 4, 2010 from 6 to 9:30 p.m.

    More information is available in this flier – please RSVP by WEDNESDAY, April 28.

    The event will be at the DU School of Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Management:

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  • Apr9

    April 12-23 School Attendance is mandatory, lighting, costumes and final cleaning of choreography during class time.

    April 13 (Tuesday) 3-6 p.m. Technical Rehearsal – Advanced Class only
    April 14 and 15 (Wednesday and Thursday) 3-5 p.m. Technical Rehearsal – All Students April 16 (Friday) 3-6 p.m. Technical Rehearsal – All Students
    April 19 (Monday) 12-3 p.m. Dress Rehearsal – All Students
    April 20 and 21 (Tuesday and Wednesday) 3-6 p.m. Dress Rehearsal – All Students
    April 22, 23 and 24 Performance (Thursday – Saturday) 5:30 Call, 6:00 warm up, 7:00 curtain

    Reminder all rehearsals and performances are mandatory. Please refer to the student handbook for half day attendance expectation.

  • Apr7

    DFO will be hosting concessions tables at the 2010 Spring Concert, Splash (April 22, 23 and 24)— always popular with our audience, all proceeds support Department of Dance and Movement operations.
    Thank you for your donation of food and drink for this important fundraiser.

    Student last name:
    A–F    Fruit
    G–L    Water (bottled)
    M–R   Snacks/Baked Goods (individually wrapped)
    S–Z     Soda (preferably cans)

    Please deliver before 5:00 p.m. on the days of the performances.


  • Apr7

    Auditions for the 2010/2011 All School Musical, Thoroughly Modern Millie will be held April 26–29.

    The LAST DAY to sign-up for auditions is FRIDAY, APRIL 9, 2010. Please see Ms. Hann in the Theatre Department.

    See this flier for additional audition information.