Dance FOOTNOTES – December 2020
ROOTS Dance families,
Christmas time is finally here and we can’t wait to celebrate the season with you!
Mark Your Calendars
December 14 – 19: Pajama Week (Peewees and up)
December 14 – 19: Preschool & Toddler Showcases
December 21 – Jan 3: CLOSED for Winter Break
January 4: Classes Resume
MENTOR CHRISTMAS LISTS
Each holiday season, we ask our mentors and staff to tell us some of their favorite things. From their go-to places to shop to their favorite coffee drinks, it’s always fun to learn more about our staff read more.
View Your Mentor’s Christmas List
PAJAMA WEEK
During the last week of classes before the break (December 14-19), students can wear their pajamas to dance classes! This is for students in Peewee, Mini, Junior, and Teen/Senior classes. Proper dance shoes and are still required for class.
TODDLER & PRESCHOOL WINTER PERFORMANCES
All Toddler and Preschool dance classes will have in-studio winter performances the week of December 14th through 19th. At the link below, you’ll find important details on performance times, costumes, and more.
MENTOR FEATURE: JORDAN GRACE
“Everyone wants to be in her class! From her personal style to her fun hip hop combos, she creates an engaging atmosphere in her classes. Jordan cares so much for all her students and loves seeing them grow from year to year!” – Saskia Harmon, Dance Director
More about Jordan
MENTOR FEATURE: LIZZY VASUTA
Lizzy was born in Vacaville, CA and grew up dancing at Vacaville Ballet Theatre. She moved to Nashville, TN in 2009 and starred as Clara in Nashville’s Nutcracker that same year. She now teaches and choreographs at dance studios across Middle Tennessee and she has commissioned local composers to create original music for her choreography.
More about Lizzy
FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM
Follow @rootsacademy_dance to see more of what’s going on inside the studio. We’ll be posting updates, behind-the-scenes photos, contests, and more!
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WINTER BREAK
CLOSED Dec 21 – Jan 3
There will be no dance classes from Monday, December 21st through Sunday, January 3rd. Classes will resume on Monday, January 4th. We hope you have a very merry Christmas and a happy New Year!
