Highland Gardens "POINTE"settia Festival

Thanks to Mike Taylor and Highland Gardens for inviting our companies to perform at the Poinsettia Festival! The teams all looked great, and it was a fun start to our performing season. If you would like our companies to perform at an event, call us at 801-796-1560.

Check out Austin's Funk 3/4 class on You Tube!

The kids love Austin's Hip Hop Class!! It is Krazy!
**From the teacher, Austin "My "Funk 3/4 Class" from The Pointe studio in Lindon, UT. These kids are really good for their age. To the dancers: as you practice make sure not to rush at the beginning, and remember to make your moves clean and sharp. It's so fast that it can easily become a mess of moves where the audience can't identify what you're doing, so remember the isolation stuff we talked about. "

Pointe Superstar-Marianne Vargas

Our Pointe Superstar this week is the beautiful and talented, Marianne Vargas. Her personality shines like a star every time she enters the studio! Marianne is an example to everyone, as she overcomes each trial she is given-Marianne has Spina Bifida and travels in a wheel chair. She proves that beauty in movement is not limited by disability. She loves taking our Creative Movement class, her favorite dance style is hip hop and we think she is tops! Check her out in this video and we know you will be impressed!

WE LOVE YOU MARIANNE!

Spotlight Class Tap 4!

WAY TO WORK HARD TAP 4!

"I really enjoy teaching Tap 4. The girls learn very quickly and we are able to get through a lot of material each class. Everyone is very enthusiastic about tap and loves to learn new combinations, steps, and tricks. The girls in this class are especially fun to teach because they have great personalities and are always helping and encouraging one another to do their best and get the steps. In Tap 4 we have been working on various across the floor combinations that include flaps, drawbacks, thirds and fifths, and riffs. We have also been working on center rhythm combos that include heel work and paradiddles. A large emphasis so far this year has been on tricks and perfecting the girls' pick-ups (one-footed, single, and double) grab-offs, and wings." -From the instructor, Kenady Bunker

POINTE BREAK! Dance Convention- a break from the normal convention

Announcing "POINTE BREAK" Dance Convention -a break from the normal convention!
Beginning 4pm on January 23-and ending at 6pm January 24 at The Pointe Perfoming Arts Academy
Beginner to Professional Level Classes featuring Jazz, Lyrical, Tap, Ballroom, Hip-Hop, Contemporary, Pop n- Lock, Tricks of the Trade, Acting and more!
SOLO SHOWCASE Saturday night...Have your Solo, Duo or Trio individually critiqued by a member of the convention staff!
Amazing staff!-including ODT's own: Eldon Johnson, Matt Dorame and many other surprises!
Cost: (includes T-Shirt)
Age 7-12 $190
Age 13 and up $200
Solo Critique $25 per routine
Space is limited-Register Early!
For more information or to register, see our website or call: http://www.thepointeacademy.com/ (801) 796-1560

Pointe Pride Winners!

Congratulations Lauren Bateman and Makayla Galindo!! Our latest Pointe Pride winners!

Pointe Pride Winner!!

Congratulations to our latest POINTE PRIDE WINNER!! Gabby Weber was seen at school wearing her Pointe Jacket!! Who will be next?

Congratulations to It's A Wonderful Life Cast Members!

Congratulations to our Pointe students who were cast in Odyssey's "It's A Wonderful Life" this weekend! For more information about the show and where to buy tickets, see www.odysseydance.com
Alayna Garrity
Amber Schiffman
Sadie Neal
Kayley Shipley
Alyssa Wilde
Sierra Thacker
Samijo Kougioulis
Rachel Kearl
Janae Davis
Kailey Hansen
Alex Lant
Megan Schiffman
Brianna Lucking
Kelcie Crowther
Great Job Girls!!

Costume Week!

All you ghastly ghouls and boys!! We want to see your HALLOWEEN COSTUME this week at The Pointe! Wear your costume to class and it will be a MONSTER BASH!

Spotlight Class-Ballet 2

Spotlight this week is Ballet 2! These girls are working hard! Way to go!!

From instructor, Michelle Lapioli...

"Ballet 2 is one of my favorite classes to teach! The girls always work hard and are learning so fast! I love watching them improve during each lesson. This class is especially fun for me because, not only are the girls talented, but they all have wonderful personalities! I feel privileged to work with such outstanding young ladies. These beautiful ballerinas have been learning correct posture, passes, arabesques, port de bras, sautes, pas de chats, and more! I'm so proud of these girls! Love, Michelle Lapioli"

THRILLER BEGINS!

Thriller opened this weekend in Ogden and Provo. Here are some fun shots of O3, our Lightning girls-Alyssa and Kailey, and our Chucky girls-Sierra, Alayna, Amber, Brooke and Alyssa (Sara and Angelica were performing in Provo, and Sadie, Tanesha and Kaylee performed the two nights before in Ogden) who all performed this weekend in the Ogden shows. They had a lot of fun and did a SCARY job!

Favorite Style of Dance Poll Ends

Our "Favorite Style of Dance" poll ended in a TIE between Jazz and Ballet! Be sure to vote in our new poll!

Just for Fun at The Pointe!

We found a new Pointe Pride cheerleader today! His name is Anthony DeCarlis and he is a new member of Odyssey! He had the whole studio in hysterical laughter today! We always have fun at The Pointe, and today was no exception!

Welcome Back Matt!!

One of our "celebrities" is back in town! Welcome back Matt Dorame! We loved watching and cheering for you on So You Think You Can Dance and are so glad you are back with Odyssey! Matt taught class the other night and everyone had a great time!

What is your favorite class at The Pointe?

We want to know what your favorite class is at The Pointe and why! Cast your vote and tell us all about it! We would love to hear from you! The teacher with the most votes will win a prize!

Do YOU have POINTE PRIDE?

Do you have POINTE Pride? Get caught wearing or carrying Pointe merchandise outside of the studio and win!! Our first Pointe Pride winner is Jessica Hammond! Jessica has been caught wearing her company jacket and Pointe t-shirt at school! Way to go Jessica! If we spot you sporting your POINTE Pride, you just might be chosen to receive free merchandise! Who will we catch next? It might be you!

O3

Do you know that besides hosting the professional company, Odyssey Dance Theatre, The Pointe is also the home to the pre-professional dance company O3?
The O3 dancers receive full scholarships and have the opportunity to train in a top quality program under the direction of Derryl Yeager, Tiffany Carpenter and Shauna Zambelli. They perform in Odyssey's Thriller, It's A Wonderful Life, and Shut Up and Dance-along with other opportunities, and benefit concerts. These talented and dedicated young women are setting their sights on a professional career and we love having them at our studio!
Congratulations to this year's O3 Company!
Kelcie Crowther
Janae Davis
Kailey Hansen
Rachel Kearl
Samijo Kougioulis
Alex Lant
Brianna Lucking
Megan Schiffman

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR THRILLER CAST MEMBERS!

CONGRATULATIONS to the following Pointe Academy Dancers who were cast in this season's Thriller! We are so excited for you! For more information on Thriller and ticket purchase see http://www.odysseydance.com/.
CHUCKY-RAMA!
Tanesha Bland
Alayna Garrity
Brooke Larson
Sadie Neal
Amber Schiffman
Kaylee Shipley
Sierra Thacker
Angelica Vargas
Sara Vargas
Alyssa Wilde
LIGHTNING!
Alyssa Goering
Kailey Greene
We can't wait to see you on stage!

ANNOUNCING CREATIVE MOVEMENT FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

"Dance is the hidden language of the soul." -Martha Graham
The Pointe Performing Arts Academy believes every child has the Right to Dance
Introducing Creative Movement for the Special Needs at

The Pointe Performing Arts Academy!
It is our mission to help every child succeed and enjoy the

rewards that come from the performing arts.

Come join us and learn about creative expression,

enjoy making new friendships, and of course HAVE FUN!

Class begins on Saturday, October 11, 2008 and is free of charge.

Call 796-1560 to register. Class is for ages 10-18. Space is limited, so register early!

Class is held on SATURDAYS, 10:00am-10:45am

There will be two classes offered:

Creative Movement for the Child with mental challenges

Creative Movement for the Child with physical challenges

*Company Students and Staff are welcomed and encouraged to volunteer during class time!

If you are interested, you must register to volunteer at the front desk.

What a wonderful blessing it is to be able to share your talent and love of dance with someone else!

THRILLER AUDITIONS SATURDAY!

DON'T FORGET THRILLER AUDITIONS SATURDAY!

10-12PM-AGES 9-13

12-2PM-AGES 14 AND UP

For more information see www.odysseydance.com!

Welcome to The Pointe Academy Blog!

Welcome to the official Pointe Academy Blog! Check back often as we will post fun pictures, our Company VIP's, Studio Stars, and fun happenings going on at the studio! Feel free to comment! We would love to hear from you! Take our polls, and of course check out our song of the week! If you have something fun that you would like us to share on our blog, please email us at thepointeacademy@gmail.com! Have a great day!

What is The Pointe?

What is The Pointe?
The Pointe is a pre-professional conservatory that is designed to propel highly motivated and talented students towards excellence and diversity. It is a highly structured and disciplined 8 year program that emphasizes technique, artistry, versatility, and performance.
The Pointe’s program is designed to prepare dancers and performers for professional careers in a positive structured environment. The central philosophy of The Pointe is to demand the best of each student whether he or she plans to perform professionally or not. Our goal is to have each student understand the powerful impact and influence the performing arts can have in their lives by teaching them coordination, technique, self-expression and responsibility that will enhance self- discipline, self-esteem and spiritual well-being.
We offer:
Ongoing Classes in BALLET, JAZZ, FUNK, TAP, BREAKDANCING, BALLROOM, VOCAL, TECHNIQUE
Online registration and current info for each individual child
Yearly rotating curriculum to maximize training in all genres (including acting, voice, ballroom, and audition courses) allows for more time outside of the studio.
Companies focus mainly on choreography, mentoring, and non-competitive performances
Jazz 4 rotates teachers on a monthly basis, giving students optimum training in a variety of styles.
Our curriculum focuses on the dancer as an individual and allows for maximum individual growth.
We believe in teaching dancers to share their talent for the benefit of others!