Are you ready to take your journey to the next level? Whether your dreams are to dance professionally, perform on Broadway, teach in a studio or simply grow in your overall knowledge of theater, stage and dance training, Turning Pointe has a program to help you reach your goals. Through our three divisions—the Training Division, Fidèle Youth Dance Company, and STARZ Theater Company—students interested in ballet training, dance performance, or musical theater can dive deeper than their weekly classes, learning the ins and outs of the professional dance and theater world in a safe, healthy and uniquely faith-based setting.
Want to know more? Read on for an introduction to each division, then join us at the studio this Saturday, February 26, for an in-person meeting to answer all your questions.
The Training Division
Informational Meeting Saturday, February 26, from 10-10:30 a.m.
The Training Division is for dancers ages 10 through adults who are interested in studying Classical Ballet. Studying ballet takes repetition, drive, and commitment. At Turning Pointe, we provide unique pre-collegiate Classical Ballet training for students in a Christian environment and encourage students to train their bodies and spirits for the glory of God.
In this division, dancers are required to come to ballet technique class three times a week and choose a non- ballet elective (contemporary jazz, worship, modern, etc.). Moving up to the next level is based on ability, not age, and a placement class is required to audition. With the division’s structured program, students gain an appreciation for art, preparation to pursue dance in college, and the ability to springboard into additional training for a professional career. With experienced teachers, cohesive programing and mentorship, students are inspired to become their best self for their family, for the community, and for God.
For more information, read the Training Division Handbook here.
Fidèle Youth Dance Company
Informational Meeting Saturday, February 26, from 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Established in 2014, Fidèle Youth Dance Company is a performance division of Turning Pointe Dance. FYDC’s mission is to impact our community for His Kingdom through the arts, providing students with a healthy and Christ-centered training environment and the opportunity to receive pre-professional training and performance experience. Students audition in the Spring or Summer and rehearse on Saturdays from the season kick-off in July through a final production in mid-November.
Members of Fidèle (French for “faithful”) work with guest instructors to expand their vocabulary and skill sets in dance and acting through movement, participate in weekly Bible study, worship dance and devotion time, and are assigned to prayer groups that allow students to connect, encourage and support each other through fellowship and prayer. FYDC uses the arts as a reflection of God’s creativity, creating a legacy of faith-based productions that transcend the studio and stage.
For more information, visit FideleYouthDanceCompany.com.
STARZ Theater Company
Informational Meeting Saturday, February 26, from 11:15 a.m.-Noon
Starz Theater Company is designed to offer foundational theatrical training, dance technique, and vocal training in a safe environment. Students will learn fine arts skills, build relationships, and learn the ins and outs of stage productions. STC’s desire is to honor God in all they do and serve Him with the talents He has entrusted to them. STC practices this through shared devotions and outreach opportunities. Students will grow as both artists and God’s workmanship as they study, fellowship and worship through their craft. STC desires to be a light in the darkness, stars in this fallen world, who use the arts to direct others toward the love of Christ.
STC offers year-round opportunities to students from 3rd-12th grade at any point in their theater training through two large-scale musical productions and two Young Performer Summits per season, in addition to theater classes and fundamental training at Turning Pointe. The developmental goals of STC are to develop and strengthen well-rounded, dynamic performers who are grounded in their “whys,” technically equipped, possess organizational performance skills and grasp an understanding of the power and purpose of the arts.
For more information, visit STARZTheater.org.