James Robinson Workshops!
We are thrilled to announce that top professional choreographer James Robinson will be coming back to work with us, during the Easter holidays, on Friday 17th April! To book a place, please email anna@shimmindance.com or see me at dancing… The students will be so excited! Miss Anna x
IMPORTANT DATES FOR YOUR DIARY 2014
SUNDAY 16th MARCH B.T.D.A EXAMINATIONS
SUNDAY 11th MARCH B.T.D.A EXAMINATIONS
6th, 7th & 8th JUNE B.T.D.A GALA WEEKEND (BUTLINS SKEGNESS)
SUNDAY 6th JULY B.T.D.A EXAMINATIONS
SUNDAY 9th NOV LESSONS HELD AT ST HELENS THEATRE ROYAL
FRIDAY 14th NOV DRESS REHEARSAL AT ST HELENS THEATRE ROYAL
FRIDAY 28th NOV SHOW NIGHT
SATURDAY 29th NOV SHOW NIGHT
THANK YOU!
On behalf of myself & all the students, I would just like to thank you all for your wonderful comments about our show! The girls faces lit up when they received their standing ovations! (Ive never had a prouder moment in my life). We’ve enjoyed every minute and can’t wait to perform again for you!
Here’s to 2014!
Thank you
Anna Shimmin & all the wonderful students x
Theatre Rehearsal Times
Not long to go until the children take centre stage at St Helen’s Theatre Royal!
Here is a list of groups times for important rehearsals at the theatre.
Tuesday 22nd October – Normal dance uniform
(All Groups)
Group 1 5:15pm – 6:00pm
Group 2 5:30pm – 7:00pm
Group 3 5:30pm – 7:00pm
Group 4 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Group 5 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Group 6 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Group 7 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Group 8 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Street 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Sunday 3rd November – DRESS REHEARSAL
Our Dress Rehearsal will start at 1:00pm prompt. The stage door will be open from 12:00pm. All students will need to bring their costumes with them and have their hair up as they will on the actual show nights. Make up is not required for the Dress Rehearsal.
We will be running through the show in programme order and may have time at the end for some extra work on any numbers that need it.
Parents are welcome in the auditorium; we are only able to use the seats in the stalls. The dress circle and circle will be closed as no one from the Theatre will be available to man them. ** Only dancers and our licensed chaperones will be allowed back stage **
Show 2013! Ticket Sales!
Tickets will be on sale Sunday 6th October on a first come, first served basis at the normal dancing hall from 12:00pm – 4:00pm.
We will have the Theatre’s seating plan out for you so that you can choose your preferred seats for both performances.
LIVE, DREAM, DANCE – TICKET PRICES
ADULT £8.50
CHILD (UNDER 12’S) & CONCESSIONS £7.00
Once you have purchased your tickets unfortunately we are unable to refund any money, we may however be able to exchange for an alternative performance depending on availability.
If you are unable to purchase tickets on Sunday 6th October, please ring me on 07738 350164 or email anna@shimmindance.com AFTER the 6th October and I will pick the best available seats left for you. Please Note; No one will be allowed into the theatre without a ticket.
Show Info 2013
ST HELENS THEATRE ROYAL
LIVE, DREAM, DANCE
SHOW INFORMATION
Sunday 6th Oct Show Tickets on Sale
Tuesday 22nd Oct Rehearsal at the Theatre
Sunday 27th Oct Costume Photo Shoot
Sunday 3rd Nov Dress Rehearsal at the Theatre
Friday 15th Nov SHOW NIGHT
Saturday 16th Nov SHOW NIGHT (No lessons during the day)
Saturday 21st Dec Last Classes before Christmas break
Saturday 4th Jan Classes resume as usual
Exam Success!
On the 7th July, 110 of our students took their Ballet & Tap examinations with The British Theatre Dance Association.
Congratulations go out to all of them for passing with flying colours! This was our highest set of exam results to date with over 98% of the school achieving the highest mark the examiner can give.
A large number of students also achieved a Platinum Award for passing their exam with over 90%!
I would like to say a massive well done to each and everyone of our dancers! Their hard work & dedication is a credit to them and to the school.
We’re now looking forward to our show season and are working hard (and having lots of fun!) preparing for our show at St Helens Theatre Royal on the 15th & 16th November!
We hope to see you there!
Miss Anna x
Dancing with the Stars!
Dancing with the Stars!
This weekend (Sunday 21st July 2013), The Anna Shimmin School of Dance, based in Shevington, is proud to welcome James Robinson who will be running a series of dance masterclasses for students of the School.
James is a nationally-recognised dancer and choreographer who has worked on many hugely successful television series’ including The X Factor, So You Think You Can Dance and Dancing On Ice. He has also worked with stars of the music industry as diverse as Cliff Richard and Chaka Khan to the Spice Girls, Jessie J, The Saturdays and The Pussycat Dolls.
James will be giving three commercial dance masterclasses, each two hours long, to students aged 10 and under, between 11 and 15 years and 16 and over. Commercial dance is the high-energy, fast-paced style enjoyed by the nation in their millions on Saturday nights and this is the first time that masterclasses such as this will have been run in Wigan.
Anna Shimmin, Dance School principal, says about this weekend’s visit, “We are very excited about being able to provide this opportunity for our students to learn from one of the best in the industry. James’ work has been viewed and talked about up and down the country and we are really looking forward to learning more from him.”
The masterclasses are taking place on Sunday at the following times (please note that the masterclasses are not open to the general public; places are limited to those already attending the Dance School):
Age 10 and under: 10am – 12pm
11-15 years: 1pm – 3pm
16+ years: 3pm – 5pm
We would be pleased to welcome a photographer to the School if you wish to feature the masterclasses. Alternatively, please let us know if you would like us to supply photographs.
About the Dance School:
The Anna Shimmin School of Dance was founded by Anna Shimmin in 2009 after starting her successful career as a professional dancer in shows and cabarets both in the UK and abroad. The School caters for all ages and abilities and currently teaches over 180 students across a range of disciplines such as ballet, tap, modern jazz and street dance. Anna also runs pay-on-the-day zumba fitness classes for over-16s and adults. Anna and her team have an infectious and passionate love for dance and they are dedicated to passing this onto their students. The School is proud to boast a 100% examination pass rate and will be performing their annual Dance School Show, this year titled ‘Live, Dream, Dance’ at St Helens’ Theatre Royal in November.
Where you can find us:
Anna Shimmin School of Dance
Gathurst Lane
Shevington
WN6 8EA
Contact:
Anna Shimmin: anna@shimmindance.com or phone 07738 350164
Victoria Gregson: victoria_gregson@hotmail.co.uk
Website: www.shimmindance.com
Twitter: @ShimminDance
Facebook: Anna Shimmin School of Dance
*ENDS*
Summer School – August 2013!
ANNA SHIMMIN SCHOOL OF DANCE
SUMMER CAMP
Just a few places left! Book now to avoid disappointment!
ALL CURRENT & NEW STUDENTS WELCOME!
(10% DISCOUNT FOR SIBLINGS)
SINGING, ACTING… AND OF COURSE LOTS OF DANCING!
A fantastic summer school incorporating drama, dance, musical theatre and much more. All students will receive an award at the end of the course in recognition of their achievements and attendance.
TUESDAY 13TH, WEDNESDAY 14TH & THURSDAY 15TH AUGUST
AGES 5 – 14
10:00am – 2:00pm
3 day course: £35.00
To book please email anna@shimmindance.com
or ring
Anna Shimmin : 07738 350164.
