Ballet originally was only available to Royalty and men! Females were invited later. Today ballet is used as balance and strengthening tools for many sports teams, both amateur and professionally. Ballet is also the basis of Pilates, using the same chore strengthening exercises and positions of the body to increase flexibility, strength and balance.

Ballet is a wonderful activity for children, both male and female. It not only helps build a great physical foundation but also teaches discipline, musicality and an appreciation for the arts!

To inquire further information on Broadway Performing Arts Studios’ ballet program please contact us at (843) 881-7006.

• Reputable schools will not usually take little ones for ballet or tap until they are three or four years old. All instruction in dance forms such as ballet, tap and jazz should directly relate to the child’s physical development. Physical development and chronological age do not necessarily go hand in hand.
• What are the benefits for young children who attend dance lessons? They learn such skills are listening carefully and not talking while instructions are being given. Furthermore they also learn to be a member of a group and to take turns. Classes offer the opportunity to move to a beat, increase musicality and the use of the imagination. Those taking part learn to express their feelings and emotions physically in a non-aggressive manner. Pupils are helped to become more familiar with their bodies and to use their bodies creatively.
• What do you need to look for in choosing a school? Having made the decision to let your child learn to dance how do you find a suitable teacher?  A teacher must like the younger age groups and be able to strike a rapport with them. The late, great Dame Margot Fonteyn said “The art of teaching ballet and the art of dancing are two different arts, not always achieved by the same person.” It is important to be enthusiastic yet consistent with young children.

Why choose Broadway Performing Art Studios?

1. University background held with all instructors, including Broadway veterans with the education and passion to teach the art of dance.
2. Small class sizes providing better quality instruction for each student.
3. All dance studios equipped with floating Marley Dance Floors, which helps reduce fatigue and prevent injury.
4. Registrar available to assist you during all teaching hours.
5. B-PAS offers dance classes, acting classes and private music instruction, available for your convenience. All of the performing arts under one roof!
6. Private lessons available. We take every opportunity to insure quality instruction for each individual student.
7. Low pressure performance opportunities year-round.  At B-PAS, students do not participate in competitions, but rather theatrical performances and productions.
8. No fund raising requirements!
9. State-of-the-art facility with handicap accessibility and a clean professional environment for a positive learning  experience!
10. Convenient and safe location with ample parking and safe drop-off system.

Parents choose us because of our high quality instruction and inviting atmosphere!

We believe that our methods distinguish us from the “run-of-the-mill” studios, but don’t just take our word for it. Consider the fact that 98% of our student base rated our overall services and quality of instruction as EXCELLENT in a recent survey!

Ballet is not just for girls…some boys are very talented in ballet. Parents must remember that dancing is a physically beneficial activity for both boys and girls. Dancing helps build strength, muscle tone, balance, and coordination. Some boys decide early on that they would rather take dance lessons in a studio than play sports on a field. The following tips may help your son deal with frustrations he may feel as a male dancer.

• Encourage his motivations to dance.

  Your son may be truly talented as a dancer. Encourage him to try several styles of dance to find out what he really loves.

• Give your son male role models.

  Take him to see professional male dancers on stage or rent movies with men in dancing roles. Show him that men really do dance, and they dance well.

• Compare dance to other sports.

  Remind your son that dancing is a physical sport that requires lots of strength.

• Let him choose to stop dancing.

  If your son suddenly begins to struggle with peer pressure, allow him the freedom to try something else. If he truly wants to be a dancer, he will find his way back as he matures.

Recent Success Story

Ryan Clawson, student of Broadway Performing Arts Studios just completed a 5 week summer intensive at North Carolina Dance Theatre in Charlotte, NC after only four years of dance training under the tutelage of Mr. Kirk Sprinkles. At the end of the intensive Ryan was invited by the school director to attend the professional company and school of North Carolina Dance Theatre as an apprentice, on full scholarship. Dreams do come true! Ryan will be completing his senior year of high school in Charlotte while jump starting his professional career as a dancer, quite an accomplishment for someone who started dancing at the age of only 14.

Mr. Sprinkles has groomed Ryan for a professional career over the past four years. “I saw Ryan’s potential from day one and knew he had it in him,” says Sprinkles. “I could not be more proud if he were my own son!”

To obtain further information on FREE CLASS FOR BOYS call (843) 881-7006.

Broadway Rocks! Summer Musical Theatre Camp is produced by the staff of Broadway Performing Arts Studios (B-PAS), directed by Artistic Director Alton Cox. Mr. Cox is a Broadway veteran with over 13 years of experience as a NYC singer/actor and member of the Actor’s Equity Association and over 25 years experience directing professional theatre and children’s theatre nationwide.

B-PAS is pleased to offer it’s 4th annual Broadway Rocks! Summer Musical Theatre Camp. Previous camps have been taught through the Mount Pleasant Recreation Department. This is the first year of producing it’s full-length musical, a tradition we hope to continue for years to come!

B-PAS is a performing arts school offering year-round instruction in all disciplines of dance, music (voice & piano) as well as acting for all ages and ability levels. B-PAS will hold Open House Registration for the upcoming fall term on Wednesday, Aug. 11th from 4 PM – 7 PM. Fall term begins Wednesday, Aug. 18th.

You may also take advantage of our easy-to-use online registration form, where you can preview all classes, rates and scheduling at https://app.jackrabbitclass.com/reg.asp?id=506312

Into the Woods performed July 23rd, 2010 2 PM & 7 PM

Broadway Rocks! Summer Musical Theatre Camp performs a Broadway classic.

Into the Woods is a musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by James Lapine. It debuted in San Diego at the Old Globe Theatre in 1986, and premiered on Broadway in 1987. Bernadette Peters‘ performance as the Witch, and Joanna Gleason’s portrayal of the Baker’s Wife, brought acclaim to the production during its original Broadway run. Into the Woods won several Tony Awards, including Best Score, Best Book, and Best Actress in a Musical (Joanna Gleason), in a year dominated by The Phantom of the Opera. The musical has been produced many times, with a 1988 national tour, a 1990 West End^[1] It was later loosely adapted into the hip-hop dance musical, Into the Hoods. production, a 1991 television production, a 1997 tenth anniversary concert, a 2002 Los Angeles production and a 2002 Broadway revival.

Inspired by Bruno Bettelheim’s 1976 book, The Uses of Enchantment, the musical intertwines the plots of several Brothers Grimm fairy tales and follows them further to explore the consequences of the characters’ wishes and quests. The main characters are taken from the stories of Little Red Riding Hood, Jack and the Beanstalk, Rapunzel, and Cinderella, tied together by a more original story involving a baker and his wife and their quest to begin a family, most likely taken from the original story of Rapunzel by the Brothers Grimm. It also includes references to several other well-known tales.

Admission:

Adults $15.00

Seniors & Children (8 & under) $10.00

Location: Broadway Performing Arts Studios

607-A Johnnie Dodds Blvd.

Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464

(843) 881-7006

July 12th – 16th

9 AM – 12 noon

Allow your little “princess” to experience of being a true Disney princess with daily activities and classes in dance, poise, arts & crafts, & tea time! Classes taught by Cinderella and other Disney princesses! Offered only one week during the summer!

A very popular program, previously offered at the Mount Pleasant Recreation Department, receiving rave reviews from the parents and Town of rec. department staff!

Register between now and Monday, July 12th.

Call: (843) 881-7006

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Photo: B-PAS July 25th, 2010

Broadway Rocks! Summer Musical Theatre Intensive begins Monday, July 5th at 12 noon. Don’t miss out on this unique and highly-entertaining opportunity for youth ages 9 – 19!

A three week camp honing in on the techniques of musical theatre; acting, singing and theatre dance. Taught by Broadway veterns Mr. Alton Cox & Mr. Kirk Sprinkles, along with local singer/actress Ms. Anne Reid.

If your child is truly interested in musical theatre then Broadway Rocks! is the activity for the summer! Inspiring and educational, ending with a musical performance on Friday, July 23rd.

Open registration: Monday, July 5th 11 AM -12 noon

Call: (843) 881-7006

Broadway Rocks! Summer Musical Theatre Intensive

July 5th–23rd

Mon–Fri 12PM–3PM daily

Cost: $500 (non-refundable)

The camp is offered in two age groups for children between the ages of 9 – 19. This unique experience exposes children to the fascinating world of musical theatre with daily classes in acting, vocal performance and theatre dance, taught by Broadway performers! Camp ends with musical theatre production with a performance on July 23rd. Tickets will be sold to the general public.

http://broadwayperformingarts.com/bpas-summer-programs

Emilee Morton is currently a senior at Wando High School and the daughter of Nathan & Sherry Morton of Mount Pleasant. Emilee is in her second year of training at Broadway Performing Arts Studios, where she dances 4 – 5 days per week.

Emilee was recently accepted into the  the University  of Wisconsin – Stevens Point, as a dance major, where she also received a partial scholarship! Emilee plans to pursue a career in the performing arts after college.

Emilee is an excellent student and a wonderful person. I am very excited for her but saddened by her leaving, says Sprinkles. However, I know she’ll be back to visit!

Christina Slaton is currently a senior at Charleston County School of the Arts and the daughter of Darlene Schrader and Jeff Slaton. Christina is in her second year of dance training at Broadway Performing Arts Studios.

Christina was recently accepted into the Dance Conservatory at American Musical & Dramatic Academy in NYC. Christina plans to pursue a career in the performing arts after college.

I have no doubt that Christina will do very well in this industry. She has the passion and the talent to achieve great things! says Sprinkles

“I could not be more pleased for both students,” ~ Sprinkles. “They both deserve it! They have worked very hard and have a great love for the art of dance.”

Before Mr. Sprinkles says goodbye he will have the opportunity to inspire them one last time during B-PAS’ annual NYC Summer Intensive in August. B-PAS takes a selected group of students to NYC each year to enhance their training and inspire them while seeing Broadway musicals, taking hours worth of classes each day, and meeting several Broadway performers (friends of Mr. Sprinkles)!

Broadway Performing Arts Studios has several students attending summer intensives this year at some of the finest schools in the nation, i.e.; North Carolina School of the Arts, Stella Adler Conservatory, North Carolina Dance Theatre, and South Carolina Governor’s School.

“This is why we are here, to inspire and help students obtain their dreams!” ~ Sprinkles

July 5th – 27th, 2010

Monday – Friday 12 noon – 3:00 PM

Summertime and the livin’ is easy,

fish are jumpin’ and the theatre bug bites!

• Is our child “itching” to perform?

• Have they been “bitten” by the theatre bug?

• Is your child “bugging” you to sing, act or dance?

http://broadwayperformingarts.com/bpas-summer-programs

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