In This Issue
2010 International Summer Intensive | Nutcracker Raffle Contest | New Adult Class Schedule
2010 Performance Intensive Workshop | June Showcase Performances | Tanya Phelps
Scholarship Recipients | Clean-up Day Volunteers | Celebrity Nutcracker Contest | Keep in Touch |
2010 International Summer Intensive Kicks Off
We have received exemplary enthusiasm for our 2010 International Summer Intensive program which
kicked off on Monday July 12, 2010. We were delighted to see the outpour of interest in the program and
the many last minute registrations that came in. Our instructors are well experienced and ready to
provide the necessary guidance to ensure much is accomplished in the weeks ahead. We are excited to
have them share their summer hours with us and we look forward to spending time with all of the
students through till August 14th, 2010.
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Nutcracker Raffle Contest
On June 17th, 18th & 19th 2010, the Goh Ballet Youth Company and Academy students took to the stage
Raffle tickets are now on sale for the 2010 Nutcracker raffle. To purchase
to perform in Then and Now: A Process of Artistic Interpretation and Once Upon a Fairy Tale: Dances that
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604.872.4014
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Junior school allowing for a rare and important mentorship
opportunity.
You have the chance to win a ROLEX Oyster Perpetual Lady-Datejust
Superlative Chronometer (26mm) 18k Gold Watch (retail value $9,117),
a Jacquline Conoir Collection Fashionista Package worth over ($3,500)
or a two night stays at the luxurious Fairmont Hotel Vancouver.
All students are encouraged to sell raffle tickets. The student who sells the
most tickets will receive a lovely Coach silver and graphite handbag with
canvas and leather straps (retail value, $298USD). If you would like to sell
tickets, please see Kay or Katie in the Goh Ballet office.
All proceeds benefit the Goh Ballet's critically acclaimed Nutcracker running
December 16 - December 19, 2010 at the Centre in Vancouver for
Performing Arts. Tickets are on sale through ticketmaster.ca or
604.280.3311.
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New Adult Classes
On June 17th, 18th & 19th 2010, the
Whether you have or have not danced before, our Ballet classes for
Adults offer many benefits for the body, mind and coordination. A
total body workout, Ballet utilizes music through a combination of
movement to shape and tone your muscles.
If you are looking for an alternative way to keep healthy and toned,
drop in to our adult ballet classes. Ballet promotes flexibility, helps
posture and body awareness, tones muscles, strengthens core
stability, helps to relieve stress and inspires creativity.
"I really enjoy the adult ballet classes. I have learned a lot in the last
year of taking classes. I enjoy the time my instructor takes to help all
the students and the classes are not intimidating." - Mia Age 32.
Starting July 6th, the new schedule for Adult Ballet is:
Beginner Ballet 1: Monday & Wednesday 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Beginner Ballet 2: Tuesday & Thursday 7:00pm - 8:30pm
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2010 Performance Intensive Workshop Summary
On June 17th, 18th & 19th 2010
The 2010 Performance Intensive Workshop was a huge
success with students learning the skills needed to excel in a
professional dance environment. Students were taught to do
professional makeup and hair techniques, characterization
and performance quality and presentation. The workshop
also allowed students to explore a variety of dance styles
including musical theatre and Folkloric dance along with
different styles of ballet.
The two week workshop culminated in a demonstration day
with students sharing their achievements and learning with
parents and members of the community. Students who
attended the workshop were recognized for their efforts
with certificates.
A special thank you to our guest teachers: Peter Boal,
Nikolay Levitsky, Peter Jorgensen, Diana Kaarina and
Stephana Arnold for all of their hard work.
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Students of the 2010 Performance Workshop
with Guest Teacher Peter Boal - Director of
Pacific Northwest Ballet
June Showcase Performance
On June 17th, 18th & 19th 2010, the Goh Ballet Youth Company and Academy students took to the stage
to perform in Then and Now: A Process of Artistic Interpretation and Once Upon a Fairy Tale: Dances that
Live in Your Imagination. This year, the Youth Company and Senior dancers shared the stage with the
Junior school allowing for a rare and important mentorship opportunity.
For some of the Youth Company dancers, this would be their final performance with the Goh Ballet. Reid
Cuming, a recent graduate stated, "As the June show approached, my final performance at the Goh, I found
myself looking back at the past five years and the time I spent at the Goh Ballet Academy. The world class
training, and opportunities I received and the many friends I made, I will value for the rest of my life. I wish
to extend my heartfelt appreciation to Mr, and Mrs. Goh, Ms. Chan and the Goh ballet faculty for all you
have given me and best wishes to all the students". Good luck to all graduates and congratulations to the
younger dancers who experienced performance for the first time.
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Congratulations to our own Tanya Phelps
We would like to congratulate our very own Tanya Phelps for receiving her
RAD teaching certificate in November 2009. Tanya is now fully recognized as a
RAD certified instructor. Tanya joined the Goh Ballet Company in 2001 and has
since graduated to become an instructor. Ms. Phelps has choreographed
award-winning dances in a variety of styles for festivals and performances at
Goh Ballet. Her many accolades extend to a wide array of genres, including
dance, body conditioning, musical theatre, drama and film.
"I am very proud to have obtained my teaching certification with the Royal
Academy of Dance in November of 2009. I am looking forward to working
extensively with the students helping them improve in their ballet technique,
musicality and artistry."
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Chan Hon Goh Scholarship Fund
Congratulations to the 27 successful Goh Ballet students who were awarded a scholarship from the Chan
Hon Goh Scholarship Fund. The Chan Hon Goh Scholarship Fund awarded over $100,000 worth of
tuition scholarships this year to help young dancers to focus on their training and achieve their dreams.
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Clean Up Day Volunteers
Thank you to the following individuals who were willing to provide their time to help the ready the
school for the hundreds of individuals enrolled in the 2010 International Summer Intensive. We would
like to thank the following students for donating their time to help upkeep our building: Sara Carver,
Michele Carver, Isabelle Chang, Josephine Chang, Carmen Chung, Tayran Martins, Marion Rosario, Laiza
Pinto, Melody Lu, Yuta Kawakami, Mary Liu, Esther Ma, Nyssa Song, Clara Zacharko, and Theresa
Zacharko.
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Celebrity Nutcracker Contest
Send in your suggestions of which local celebrity you
would like to see perform in the 2010 Goh Ballet
Nutcracker production. If the celebrity you suggest is
chosen you will win a Nutcracker prize!
Send suggestions to [email protected] with
your name and contact information.
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Contact Us
Goh Ballet Academy 2345 Main Street Vancouver, BC
e: [email protected]
p: 604.872.4014
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