End of year show 2013!

Studio 79 return to the Main Stage at Curve once again to present their graduate showcase 2013.
On Saturday 6th July head to Curve to check out 'AMICUS' 
This year, the studio has grown to new heights and created a dance performance that encompasses both the bond shared between the students and the strength of the work they create together. This symbiotic relationship is a reflection of the ethos that powers the college and inspires the students, giving them focus, drive and motivation, and above all, commitment.
The two hour long show includes a variety of styles including; Ballet, Tap, Contemporary, Commercial, Cabaret and Musical Theatre.
Join us on Saturday 6th July for our third year at Curve as the students of the BTEC First and BTEC National Diplomas power the stage with another electrifying production that synthesises the full spectrum of performance skills they have acquired during their studies.
Tickets are available at the Curve box office, the Curve kiosk desk in the Highcross or online at www.curveonline.co.uk

Audition Round 2!

Studio 79 is holding a second round of auditions for September 2013 entry to the full-time dance college!

Due to popular demand, on Friday 3rd of May we are holding another round of open auditions for applicants who wish to join our family at the studio in the new academic year of 2013/2014 on one of the following courses:

BTEC Level 2 in Performing Arts (Dance) (1 Year full-time)
BTEC Level 3 in Performing Arts (Dance) (2 Years full-time)
Higher National Diploma Level 5 in Performance (2 Years full-time)

We are looking for dedicated and passionate dancers in the Leicester area who wish to further their education and training in the performing arts field and want to stand out from the crowd.

Studio 79 works closely with industry professionals to help you gain the essential skills you need to make an impact in the dancing world. In affiliation with Regent College (BTEC) and New College Stamford (HND) Studio 79 is accredited by the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD) and the British Dance Theatre Association (BTDA) Studio 79 strives to help you be the best dancer your dare to be.

Come join our family at the studio in the heart of Leicester and train in the biggest studio space the city has to offer!

LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE - You must reserve your place on the audition by contacting us at the studio on 0116 251 7570 / dance@studio79.co.uk

We can't wait to hear from you!

St. Georges Day Festival 2013

Orton Square in St. Georges Cultural Quarter played host to St. Georges Day Festival 2013 in Leicester at the weekend, and the Studio 79 Saturday Community class was asked to get involved and perform two routines for the visitors to the festival.

The kids involved had a fantastic time and we can't wait to get involved again next year.

Thanks to everyone who came and for all the parents who helped out on the day.

For more photos from the event, check out our facebook page.

Teaching Staff at the College

We've finally got around to updating our website with more information about our full-time college courses, including a full list of Faculty members at the college.

We have some amazing talent teaching at the college, including several guest choreographers who stop by to do a masterclass when they are in town.

Keep checking back on our website, Twitter feed and our Facebook  to get the latest information about what's going on at the studio!

College Audition - Round Two!

The auditions for the 2013 admissions to the full-time college were held at the studio last month. The day was a huge success and we found a fantastic new group of students to join the family in September and can't wait for the new year to begin!

Before the new term starts, we are excited to announce that due to an overwhelming response for the first audition, we have been allowed to open up more spaces for the BTEC Level 2 and Level 3 full-time dance courses, and are holding a SECOND round of auditions for the Sept 2013 intake in May!

This is the perfect opportunity for those who missed out or were unable to make it the last round of auditions.

Studio 79 is a Leicester based dance college, offering full-time professional dance training for 16yrs+. We work with specialist dance teachers to create unique and imaginative work, endeavouring to supply you with the highest level of training possible, helping you stand out from the crowd and become the best dancer you dare to be!

We offer a very full timetable of lessons, professional and qualified teaching faculty who know the creative business, guest choreographers for masterclasses and workshops, ISTD and BTDA syllabus work, regular performance opportunities, an end of year showcase performance at Curve and so much more!

The date for your diaries is Friday 3rd May 2013. This is a private audition and you must contact us to book your place.

Stand out from the crowd - contact us for more information on:

0116 251 7570 / dance@studio79.co.uk

Can't wait to see you there!

Michael Jackson Tribute

We were approached recently by a Michael Jackson Tribute act to supply a group of strong dancers for a showcase at DeMontfort Hall. We held an audition here at the college to select a group of dancers who would accompany the 'Legend' on stage.

6 Talented dancers from the BTEC Level 3 Dance Course ran at the college were chosen for the job, and the rehearsal process began. The studio was filled with MJ dance moves and tunes for the entire week leading up to the performance, and we were loving every minute!

The show was a great success and we can't wait to see what the outcome of the showcase may hold, but whilst we uplaod the vide footage for you all to see, check out this cheeky shot backstage during rehearsals from the night!

Mass Movement 2013

We were so happy to be chosen this year to perform at Dance4's annual UDANCE platform in Leicester, 'Mass Movement'.

The students of Studio 79 performed amongst many other Leicestershire Dance Schools, Colleges and Groups, and it was a fantastic day and a sell out show over at the Peepul Centre.

We created a contemporary performance piece to James Arthur's rendition of 'Sweet Dreams' with a bit of Marilyn Manson and Beyonce thrown in between eerie Aqualung lyrics.

The performance went down a storm and we received some amazing feedback from those who came and watched.

Can't wait for next years!