Dance instructor, Joyce Edelstein (pictured in orange shirt), with a recent class of young dancers
Preschool Dance with instructor Joselyn Edelstein
4 week class in February
Tuesdays 2-3pm
$40 for all 4 (can make weekly payments, but it is not a drop in class)
older children ok with instructor approval
Jocelyn Edelstein has studied modern dance, hip hop,kundalini yoga, Afro Brazilian Folkloric Dance and Capoeria for the past 10years. Edelstein’s studies have taken her from Oregon to Brazil and back again where she has taught classes and workshops for ages ranging from 3 to 80 years old. Edelstein is the founder of the Urban Body Project, a multi-media organization that explores the relationship between dance and community. UBP is currently in post production for their upcoming feature length documentary, Believe The Beat. More info on her classes can be found at www.danceharvest.com.
Class Description: Intro to Dance for Kids!
This class for beginners will introduce basic movement derived from various styles, including ballet, modern, hip hop and Brazilian folkloric dance forms. Our class will use dance, games and imagination to explore movement concepts and rhythm. The class is open to pre-school children ages 3-4. Please wear clothing that is comfortable to move in. Dance shoes optional. Water bottle recommended.
Introduction to Stage with instructor Annie Naranjo-Rivera
4 week class in February
Wednesdays 2-3pm
$40 for all 4 (can make weekly payments, but it is not a drop in class)
older children ok with instructor approval
Annie Naranjo-Rivera has taught both visual and performing arts classes for over 10 years. She has been blessed with the opportunities to act, direct, stage manage, choreograph, and participate in costume and set design for numerous note worthy children’s theaters for over 10 years. Naranjo-Rivera currently runs the drama program for Nea-kah-nie Middle School, where the children are preparing to put on The Wonderful Wizard of Oz this upcoming spring.In addition, Naranjo-Rivera has taught everything from playwriting, to improvisational acting, to voice with children of all ages in both Clatsop and Tillamook counties. Naranjo-Rivera runs the Hoffman Center’s Art and Drama Camp for Kids, which will be headed into it’s fourth summer this year. Information about past classes and theater performances can be found at hoffmanblog.org by selecting Art Camp and Drama Camp categories.
Class Description: Intro to the Stage for Kids!
This entry level class will allow kids to play and explore the imaginary world of the stage. We will learn about storytelling, costumes and make some of our own props to tell famous stories.Each child will learn to develop their own unique “voice” on the stage and have a blast doing it. We will practice movement, singing with instruments, will play improvisational acting games and possibly make up some games of our own! This class is open to pre-school children ages 3-4.Please wear clothing that is comfortable to move in. Water bottle recommended.
If a child is enrolled in both classes there is a $10 discount–$70 for both.
Complete the Spring Dance and Drama Brochure to register and mail it to PO Box 678 Manzanita 97130.