Dove Dance Studios, Oklahoma

Come Dance With Us!!

2010-08-16T17:25:00.000-07:00

Our Fall Session has begun! Enroll now!

2 Ways to Register:

1) print off our schedule & registration forms from our site & mail them to our mailing address at 5816 NW 89th street OKC, OK 73132

2) drop by the studio during our normal hours and fill out the forms which are available in our lobbies

New to our Website and researching area studios?

We hope our website gives you an overall vision and feel of what Dove Dance is all about. We have been serving OKC families for 17 years and have enjoyed ministering to our student’s hearts and also teaching them to have a heart for others through their dance. Our vision has always simply been based on Psalm 149:3, “Let us praise His name with dancing”. We are a classical ballet-based studio, offering as many classical ballet classes as a ballet company’s school. In addition, we offer strong training in jazz, tap, lyrical, and more. Our students have been recognized for their achievements in many styles and in many venues at regional, state, and national levels. If you have any questions about training methods, our leveling program, or special goals or thoughts for your dancer, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Classical Ballet (Vagonova/Russian Method), Pointe, Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap, Lyrical, Acrobatics, and specializing in young children's classes with our original Christian curriculum.

Select from our class schedule which consists of over 85 classes.This gives you multiple options for scheduling, class styles, and keeps your dancer with other students close to his/her own age. If you have questions about class placement, please contact us at dovedanceokc@yahoo.com, our office at 773 –DOVE, or Mrs. Daphne’s mobile at 834-2264

*If you are wanting information on extended classes held at Dove Dance for Irish dancing, karate, pageant coaching, or the liturgical dance class through Southwestern Christian University, please contact our office at 773-DOVE

Much love,
Mrs. Daphne

June Happenings! Come be a part!

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• Young Children’s Dance Camps in June!! It’s not too late to register!! Call 834-2264 or email us at dovedanceokc@yahoo.com
Creative Worship, Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Folk, Costuming, Devotions, and more!
Little Pearls (3 & 4 yr. olds) Dance Camp – June 15th – 18th / 9am to Noon ($90)
Opals (5 & 6 yr. olds) Dance Camp – June 14th – 18th / 9am to 2pm ($125)
Summer Session begins June 21, go to “schedule” for our full listing of classes
• Special thanks to our parents, students, staff, and supporters for helping our annual recitals and ballet performance! Guests filled over 2700 seats on our performance day as each class danced wonderfully! The Lord graced us with a beautiful and powerful ending to our dance season. Heartfelt thanks to Pastors Kirk & Nancy Pankratz for opening up their facility when we were in a time of unexpected need. The facility & assisting staff were stellar!
• Performance DVD’s are available for family and friends through Lifetime Videos at 858-TAPE. Please call Mike directly to make your order.
• Pictures are available online at laskeimages.com
• June Company Auditions are Saturday, June 12th and June 26th at 6:30 to 7:30 for ages 8-11 and 7:30 to 8:30 for ages 12 through 21. Please come to the first audition if possible. All dancers who wish to be considered for 2010-2011 Company must attend an audition and adhere to the following:
1) to fully commit to our handbook to the best of her/his ability, with special attention given to attendance, dress code, conduct, and order of commitment.
2) study dance at Dove Dance in the summer and fall dance season – minimum 1 ballet class in the summer, & 2 ballet classes weekly for ages 10 and up, and jazz in the fall. We recommend tap, lyrical, and or acro as well.
3) be available for 2 to 3 ministry performances for the season with one months notice and DMA PAC competition in the Spring in OKC or Tulsa.
4) $50 fee per company member due

June Happenings! Come be a part!

2010-06-10T06:03:00.001-07:00

June Happenings! Come be a part!
• Young Children’s Dance Camps in June!! It’s not too late to register!! Call 834-2264 or email us at dovedanceokc@yahoo.com
Creative Worship, Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Folk, Costuming, Devotions, and more!
Little Pearls (3 & 4 yr. olds) Dance Camp – June 15th – 18th / 9am to Noon ($90)
Opals (5 & 6 yr. olds) Dance Camp – June 14th – 18th / 9am to 2pm ($125)
Summer Session begins June 21, go to “schedule” for our full listing of classes
• Special thanks to our parents, students, staff, and supporters for helping our annual recitals and ballet performance! Guests filled over 2700 seats on our performance day as each class danced wonderfully! The Lord graced us with a beautiful and powerful ending to our dance season. Heartfelt thanks to Pastors Kirk & Nancy Pankratz for opening up their facility when we were in a time of unexpected need. The facility & assisting staff were stellar!
• Performance DVD’s are available for family and friends through Lifetime Videos at 858-TAPE. Please call Mike directly to make your order.
• Pictures are available online at laskeimages.com
• June Company Auditions are Saturday, June 12th and June 26th at 6:30 to 7:30 for ages 8-11 and 7:30 to 8:30 for ages 12 through 21. Please come to the first audition if possible. All dancers who wish to be considered for 2010-2011 Company must attend an audition and adhere to the following:
1) to fully commit to our handbook to the best of her/his ability, with special attention given to attendance, dress code, conduct, and order of commitment.
2) study dance at Dove Dance in the summer and fall dance season – minimum 1 ballet class in the summer, & 2 ballet classes weekly for ages 10 and up, and jazz in the fall. We recommend tap, lyrical, and or acro as well.
3) be available for 2 to 3 ministry performances for the season with one months notice and DMA PAC competition in the Spring in OKC or Tulsa.
4) $50 fee per company member due

Exciting events on the horizon! Come Dance With Us!

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Annual Student Performance
June 5th is our annual student performance with all of our classes sharing their dances and Christian faith for family and friends. Join us at 6800 North Bryant Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73121. “The Gift”, a Christian Ballet, will begin at 1:00 PM. “No Greater Love” will begin at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM. Dances will celebrate the love we have for God, our Country, and others. Admission is free.

Young Children’s Dance Camps
June 14th, our Dance Camps for our 3 & 4 year olds and our 5 & 6 year olds begins. Camps include ballet, jazz, tap, costuming, devotion times, praise dancing, and more! Spaces are limited so early registration is encouraged. Friends are welcome!!

6 Week Summer Session
June 21st our 6 Week Summer Session Begins. Please go to “schedule” on our website.

“Intensify” Summer Dance Convention
July 23-25 Dove Dance kicks off the premiere year of our Summer Dance Convention “Intensify”. Held on the campgrounds of Youth America in Oklahoma City, dancers will come together for three days of dance, worship time, and recreation. Dancers will also enjoy swimming, rock wall climbing, beach volleyball, and more! Multiple performance opportunities will be open as well. Boarding and meals are included in the economical rate we have put together with family summer budgets in mind. The convention is open to ages 7 through Adults and beginner through advanced levels are all welcome. See “summer schedule” for more information. Registration for “Intensify” will be online soon.

New Dance Season Begins!
August 16 – Our new dance season begins! Enroll now! Schedule and registration forms are provided on our site. Dove Dance is looking forward to another season of joyful and enriching classes. Come be a part as we continue to “praise His name with dancing!” Psalm 149:3

In Loving Memory of Jimmy Crowell
I entered the first dance class as a very shy little girl. I was afraid to talk to people and the world simply seemed like too big of a place for me at the young age of seven. Yet Jim greeted me with a smile. I remember one of my first classes, Jim had me stay late so he could teach me a turning pas de bourree that I simply could not execute. He would not stop until I had it. I wanted to cry but didn’t. I knew he cared, and behind my young tear filled eyes, I was deeply grateful. This was the beginning of a long and fun filled ten year journey of learning tap and jazz from a man who simply loved to dance and loved to share it with others. For over 50 years, alongside his wife, Carol, Jim taught his dancers to be positive, carry themselves with grace, and celebrate the joy of life. He never had children of his own but treated each of his students as though they were his. At his memorial service, there were adult young women I recognized from my earlier dance years. Some were still dancing, and some were not. Yet they were all still filled with grace and poise and together we celebrated the life of a wonderful man. Jim, we love you and look forward to dancing with you again someday. You were a wonderful example of a faithful husband, Christian, and artist.
Much love,
Mrs. Daphne

April Update

2010-04-09T18:30:00.001-07:00

It’s Spring! We are in full swing with our rehearsals for “The Gift”, written by Arnora Hummel of Academie de Ballet in Virginia Beach. We are honored to have permission to present this beautiful Christian ballet to area audiences. The message is timeless and reaches hearts of all ages and from all walks of life. Students and staff are also wrapping up recital numbers for our annual performance as well as preparing for upcoming company ministry performances at churches, missions events, and ministry conventions.

Congratulations to our pre-company, KIDS company, and junior and senior company, for their many overall division and overall standings at the recent state DMA performing arts competition. Everyone did a wonderful job in their group and solos pieces. We return all credit and honor to the Lord for blessing us with the gift of dance, our health, and our freedom to dance for Him!
 Join us June 5th at Western Heights High School Auditorium at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM for our Annual Student Body Performance. This year our theme is “No Greater Love” which will celebrate our love for God, Country, and others. “The Gift” will be performed at 1:00 PM.

Summer and fall registration forms and schedules are now available on our website. We are offering our strong classes in all classic styles as well as some new classes this summer. Our summer camps are always a favorite and they are being held in the month of June. Registration will fill for these special events, so register early!

Have a Blessed Spring and Keep Dancing!
Mrs. Daphne

MARCH UPDATE!

2010-03-10T12:22:00.001-08:00

It’s almost Spring! We are in full swing with our competitions, rehearsals for “The Gift” beginning, and recital numbers being put together for our annual performance. We have been busy dancing a various events this past month. Congratulations to our 16 girls who competed at the DMA Titled Solos Competition. Everyone did a wonderful job!!
Our five companies headed to Showcase USA competition the first weekend of March. We are were so excited to share our company group dances that each hold a different message. Congratulations to everyone who won overall places and high scores on their dances! I, along with Savannah, enjoyed choreographing and supporting Southwestern Christian University in their recent production of “The Music Man”. It was a wonderful show and we loved working the four dances with the cast!! Also at SCU, our company performed “A Place for Rosa Parks” for Black Heritage Month. Our traveling company ministered at “A Night to Honor Israel” at Victory Christian Center. It was a wonderful night and we appreciate the kind letter of thanks from Pastor Sharon Daugherty. Congratulations to Michael Tardibono who travelled to New York City for the Billy Elliott Auditions (Broadway Musical lead role), after receiving a private invitation to audition. He did a wonderful
job and appreciates the honor of being given this opportunity!
Join us June 5th at Oklahoma City University at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM for our Annual Student Body Performance. This year our theme is “No Greater Love” which will celebrate our love for God, Country, and others. We will also be performing the Christian Ballet, “The Gift” at the 1:00 PM performance. Summer information will be available in early March as well as your opportunity to enroll for our next season which will begin in August 2010.

Be Blessed,
Mrs. Daphne

Feburary Letter From Mrs. Daphne

2010-02-16T23:22:00.001-08:00

What an amazing 2010 we are already having!
Our year began with an Oklahoma blizzard that we will be talking about for some time! Although we had to cancel classes for four days, it gave children a chance to be home more and enjoy playing in the snow! As a friendly reminder, we close with the PC School District for weather closings.

February 22nd at 7:00 PM, Dove Dance SOAR Co. will be ministering in dance at “Night to Honor Israel” at Victory Christian Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Pastor John Hagee will be the speaker. If you are in the area, we hope you will come. Pastors and politicians will come together with God’s people to show Israel that we support and love them!

Please keep our companies in your prayers as we prepare for a state competition during the first week of March. We have five companies this season ranging from ages 8 through 18. We have enjoyed ministering at various venues so far this season and are looking forward to competing soon!

Congratulations to all sixteen girls who competed at the Dance Masters of America Titled Solos competition last month. Girls placing in top five were: Jordan Mobely placed 2nd Runner-Up Miss Petite Dance, Emma Harris placed 4th Runner-Up in Teen Miss Dance, Rachel Tice placed 2nd Runner Up in Miss Dance, and Emily Canavesio placed 1st Runner Up in Miss Dance.
Everyone did a beautiful job!

Join us June 5th at Oklahoma City University at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM for our Annual Student Body Performance. This year our theme is “No Greater Love” which will celebrate our love for God, Country, and others. We will also be performing the Christian Ballet, “The Gift” at the 1:00 PM performance.

Summer information will be available in early March as well as your opportunity to enroll for our next season which will begin in August 2010.

Be Blessed,
Mrs. Daphne

December Letter From Mrs. Daphne,

2009-12-03T19:56:00.000-08:00

We begin our winter season with much joy as our students of all ages continue to enjoy their weekly classes and are beginning to work on their recital dances. Each age and level at the studio has it’s own special place at Dove Dance and our staff is so blessed to be a small part of each of their lives.

Our classes will be closed for Christmas and New Years from December 22nd through January 4th. We will have Christmas parties during the last 20 minutes of class the week before we close from December 15th through the 21st. Parents can sign up in the lobby to being a treat or drink on their dancer’s class list.

Our traveling company will be performing on December 6th at Northpoint Baptist Church at 10:30 AM as well as on December 20th at Church of the Harvest OKC Campus at 6:00 PM. Three of our senior company dancers will perform at their home church, Cherokee Hills Baptist Church on December 13th at 10:30 AM.

After the holidays, Dove Dance will be preparing three performances: our solo performance concert, “Love Stories” Dance Concert exploring the various types of life’s loves, and the classical ballet “The Gift”. Details on dates, locations, and tickets will be posted soon.

Our traveling company recently returned from Las Vegas where they enjoyed taking classes with Mia Michaels, Wade Robson, and other top choreographers. Some of our students also enjoyed the DMA Fall Convention held at OCU this past month. Our own Miss Dance of Oklahoma, Jr. Mister, and Petite Miss all assisted in auditions, warm-up, and performance. We are so proud of you all!!

If you are interested in taking a class, we would love to have you!! We are taking new students through December 15th! Please call our office at 773- DOVE or email me directly at dovedanceokc@yahoo.com

Have a Blessed and Warm Christmas,

Mrs. Daphne Tardibono

November Update from Mrs. Daphne

2009-10-26T15:09:00.001-07:00

Our fall has gotten off to a wonderful start! We are already in week 11 of our dance year and the students are progressing in their skill, learning new dances, and enjoying Christian fellowship with other students.

Ballet Magnificat! weekend was wonderful! The performance was beautiful and carried the presence of the Lord. The ministry time after the performance was sweet and God’s Spirit touched many hearts. The workshop went well as many dancers enjoyed classes with the company members. It looks like a handful of our students may be making a trip to Jackson, Mississippi this summer for their summer intensive program! For more information, go to balletmagnificat.com

Most of our classes are full but we still have room for teenagers on Thursday evenings, adults on Tuesday evenings, and a few slots open for other dancers ages 3 and up throughout the week in our other classes. Please email us or call our office for availability. We would love to have you join!

Congratulations to Emily Canavesio for receiving the OK/LA student scholarship through class audition. Both Emily and Rachel Tice were invited to dance with other area dancers in the opening number held at the Coca-Cola Events Center in Bricktown. Great job girls! Congratulations to Emma Harris for being accepted into the University of Oklahoma’s Youth ballet program. Congratulations to Madison Pride, former Dove Dance Tulsa student, for winning Miss Teen OCU and a $22 thousand dollar college scholarship. And, too, congratulations to Allie Renner, Emily Williams, and Claire Harris for being cast in the Oklahoma City Ballet’s “Nutrcracker”. We are so pleased to see our dancers continue to excel and expand their experiences. May God be honored in all we do.

September Update from Mrs. Daphne

2009-09-11T23:11:00.000-07:00

YES! We are still accepting students!

We have added classes to insure your dancer will have quality instruction with ideal teacher/student ratio. We are also pleased to offer the finest in degreed and certified staff and custom built facility while also maintaining one of the most economical tuition scales in the region. We maintain strong Christian standards in environment, movement, costuming, and music selections.
Our dance season has begun with a freshness and focus that I am so pleased to see. Our teen technique classes ministered at the City Rescue Mission in early September. The chapel service was wonderful and we were truly blessed! Our company ministers in dance at The Children’s Center in a few short days. We are so excited about spending time with the residents and staff!

Ballet Magnificat!, the world’s premiere professional Christian dance company, will be visiting us soon.
Their performance, “Deliver Us” will be held at Church of the Harvest, 6800 North Bryant, OKC, OK 73132 at 7:00 PM on Friday, October 16th.

A two day workshop taught by the company members will be October 17th and 18th for ages 8 through Adult. Classes will include: ballet, variations, worship, and jazz. We welcome all dancers in the region to attend. Registration is $100 for the weekend which includes one ticket to the performance. Tickets for the performance are $7 for general seating and $15 for VIP seating. You may purchase tickets at the Dove Dance office during regular hours or call Daphne at 405-834-2264. Seating is limited so we highly recommend advance ticket purchasing.

Our ballet department begins rehearsals for “The Gift” soon as we anticipate God’ s hand in this beautiful Christian ballet written by my mentor, Arnora Hummel. We are so blessed to have permission to perform this ballet as it has been viewed by audiences worldwide through television premiere.

Again, if you are looking for a dance class, please email us or give us a call. We would love for you to join us!

Many Blessings!

Mrs. Daphne Tardibono

Classes Begin August 17th!

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Registration Saturdays:
10:00 AM to NOON at the studio August 1st, 8th, & 15th  
You may also register by printing the registration form & medical release from our website and mail it in along with your registration fee. 
For 16 years Dove Dance has been on the cutting edge of Christian dance ministry & training. There truly is something unique about our school. This year is sure to prove no different! Our full focus and passion is training dancers to worship the Lord and use their dance as a language to share their faith with others.

What Makes Us Different?
• Christian emphasis in our classes through music, discussions, costuming, and prayer.
• DMA Certified Director & Teachers which gives our students exclusive benefits in training, influence, opportunities, and scholarships.
• Family tuition scale that keeps family budgets in mind
• 70+ weekly classes for ages 3 and up for all skill levels
• State of the art custom built facilities with professional floating floors for our student’s safety
• Certified and degreed staff who have studied how to teach dance to young people
• 100% dedicated to DANCE training in classical (Russian ballet), jazz, tap, lyrical & acro
• We support and co-labor with many local, national, & international organizations and ministries to further the gospel and share the love of Jesus Christ.
• Our large student body conveniently studies at one location giving us the ability to offer you classes with students the same age and skill. This has multiple benefits for your dancer’s training stability and social development.

Dove Dance has touched lives in our area, nation, and internationally. Some of our highlights have been working with the International Christian Embassy in Jerusalem and being invited to dance at the Olympic Festivals in China in 2008. We also enjoy working with local churches, the City Rescue Mission, Youth America, Salvation Army, and hospitals in their outreach to our community. Our students have gone on to dance professionally in major ballet companies, contracted in Branson theatres, receive college dance scholarships, and so much more. Most of our students take class for personal enjoyment and spiritual refreshing. We love this!

We embrace each dancer at any skill level as our focus is to “Praise His name with dancing” – Psalm 149:3.

We believe dance is a gift from God for everyone to enjoy!
Daphne Tardibono
 

Come Dance With Us!! Classes Begin August 17th!

2009-07-12T11:07:00.000-07:00

Come Dance With Us!! Classes Begin August 17th!
Uniquely offering OKC six instructors with Dance Degrees & Teaching Certifications in a Christ centered and loving atmosphere.

Registration Saturdays: 10:00 AM to NOON at the Studio July 18 & 25 / August 1 & 8
You may also register by printing the registration form and medical release from our website and mailing it in with your registration fee.

For 16 years Dove Dance has been on the cutting edge of Christian dance ministry & training. There truly is something unique about our school that you will not find anywhere else. This year is sure to prove no differently! Come be a part!! Our new concert and projects will have our audiences leaving extremely touched, challenged, and once again saying “I’ve never seen anything quite like this!”

Dove Dance has touched lives in our area, nation, and internationally. Some of our highlights have been working with the International Christian Embassy in Jerusalem and being invited to dance at the Olympic Festivals in China. We also enjoy working with local churches, the City Rescue Mission, Youth America, Salvation Army, and hospitals in their outreach to our community. Our students have gone on to dance professionally in major ballet companies, contracted in Branson theatres, receive college dance scholarships, and so much more. Most of our students take class for personal enjoyment and spiritual refreshing. We love this! We embrace each dancer at any skill level as our focus is to “Praise His name with dancing” – Psalm 149:3. We believe dance is a gift from God for everyone to enjoy!

Please go to “schedule” for our full fall class line-up. Our large student body conveniently located at one location gives us the ability to offer you classes with students the same age and skill. This has multiple benefits for your dancer’s training stability and social development. In addition to our 70 weekly classes we offer for all ages, skills, and family commitments, we are also adding a few new opportunities. Dove Dance will be enjoying:

BOOT CAMP classes and health training by a degreed professional who has both successfully performed in NYC and now owns a thriving personal training facility in the metroplex.
PILATES classes as our own Mrs. Anna has become pilates certified. We are so excited!
SUPPORT FOR SPECIAL LEARNING CHALLENGES Mrs. Daphne is personally overseeing a support program for our students with special needs or learning challenges.
COLLEGE/PRO CLASSES which will accommodate the special time and financial needs for college students & young adults trained at an advanced level.

July Update!!
*Congratulations to Michael Tardibono for being awarded 2nd Runner-Up at DMA Junior Mister Dance of America. Michael was scored onstage performance as well as classical ballet, jazz, tap, and acro audition classes. Michael would like to thank his Dove Dance family for their teaching and support.

*Congratulations to our Miss Dance of Oklahoma, Savannah Tardibono, and our Petite Miss Dance of Oklahoma, Rylee Goetzinger who represented us so well and elegantly in Washington DC. Beautiful! Savannah and Rylee would like to thank all of their parents, family, & Dove Dance teachers.

*Our dance camps in June were wonderful with the dancers learning new choreography and so much more! In addition to our dancing, four students asked Jesus into their hearts to be their Savior during one of our devotion mornings.

*Congratulations to our ’09-’10 SOAR Company Members. 95% of our company members are “home grown” and have received their training at Dove Dance.

SUMMER HAPPENINGS....

2009-06-14T20:57:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to over 40 dancers who auditioned for our SOAR company this week. We will be announcing our new company members soon! Our ESTHER camps just wrapped up and the children had a wonderful week!! Great job to our young dancers who shared their gifts and hearts at the Epworth Villa Extended Living Center for a special resident's 90th Birthday! And, to our senior dancers who danced at the Church of the Harvest GIRLFRIENDS conference this month. Our Petite Miss, Junior Mister, and Miss Dance of Oklahoma 2009 are preparing to leave for Washington DC in just a few days. We are so honored to have three of our dancers represent Oklahoma at Dance Masters of America's National Convention. It is a rare honor for Dove Dance to have held six titles in the last two season's with our state and we give all honor and credit to our Lord.

Thanks!

SOAR Company Auditions: June 5th or 12th

2009-05-27T17:56:00.000-07:00

...because your never too young to commit your talents to Him.

For more information, email Mrs. Daphne at dovedanceokc@yahoo.com

Come join our pre-professional company as we enjoy ministry and community performances as well as DMA competition/grading each Spring! Dove Dance provides a unique and fun experience for dancers ages 9 and up. Our company members have the option of being considered for our young adult traveling company which has enjoyed multiple state and international television and mission opportunities. Transfer students are welcome. A private consultation with the parent/s and student will be set up prior to auditions with Mrs. Daphne for all transfers wishing to explore the possibility of SOAR Co.

SUMMER 2009 UPDATE...

2009-05-19T08:42:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to all of our students for being a part of “Advancing the Kingdom” Recital. Everyone did an amazing job and we heard many compliments “This was the best one yet!”. Many people were ministered to in the audience as the Lord moved on their hearts in very personal ways. All thanks to the Lord for His grace and strength. We also appreciate our parents and our wonderful staff! Great job everyone!

Join us this summer for dance camps we have planned for ages 3 & 4, 5 & 5, and 7 through 12 being held on June 8th through the 12th. We also begin our six week summer session on June 20th through August 1st. We hope you will come dance with us and enjoy the fun and refreshment a dance class can bring. Too, summer is a great time to try a new style, work on specific elements, and keep the current skill and fitness level a dancer works so hard for during the dance season.

SOAR Company auditions are being held June 5th and June 12th. For more information, please contact Mrs. Daphne at dovedanceokc@yahoo.com. Dove Dance offers a unique company experience which give dancers meeting guidelines amazing ministry opportunities. (Dancers may participate in our leveled program, full scale ballets, workshops, class demonstrating program, and internship program without being company.)

Our 17th dance season begins August 17th. We are now enrolling and classes will fill up quickly! Dove Dance has been providing the Oklahoma City area consistent, strong, and professional dance instruction for many years. It is a joy to begin preparing for yet another season with your dancers!

We ask for your prayers as we prepare to send three DMA titleholders to Washington, DC this summer. We are so honored to be representing the beautiful state of Oklahoma and the rich arts culture our state holds. Congratulations to Savannah, Rylee, and Michael for their accomplishment. We know you will do great!!

Join us October 16th through the 18th for BALLET MAGNIFICAT’S 2 day workshop and performance. For more information on Ballet Magnificat!, go to balletmagnificat.com.

Many Blessings!
Daphne Tardibono
Director

SPRING UPDATE...

2009-04-15T22:11:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to our companies who competed at the recent Oklahoma DMA Competition. “A Classic Christmas” won overall state production number (12 & under). We also won overall duet/trio 13& up with Savannah and Emily’s “Come to Jesus”. In addition, Emily Canavesio won the Grand State Championship 13 & Up ($500 cash award) with her solo, “Love is Not Against the Law”. All Dove Dance groups received Platinum or Gold scores which was a strong standing amoung our broad range of dancers between the ages of 8 and 18. There were also numerous personal victories in solos from many of our dancers.

Our SOAR travelling company recently ministered in Enid, Oklahoma and Little Rock, Arkansas on short road tours. We are excited to see our travelling company picking up momentum and developing into an extension of the heart of our school. Special thanks to Centerpoint Church and Rock City Church for opening their doors and hearts to our company.

Ballet Magnficat! is coming to Dove Dance for a workshop and performance October 16-17, 2009! We have been blessed by their professionalism and vision of spiritual excellence for many years. Our hearts anticipate a great weekend with BALLET MAGNFICAT!!

Summer Session and Camps will be available for registration on our website. Our 2009-2010 dance year will begin August 17th, 2009. Registration begins May 1st. Please enroll early to insure your classes and schedule preferences!

Mrs. Daphne

Winter Update

2009-01-25T19:55:00.000-08:00

Wow! 2009 is off to an exciting start! Our classes are beginning to work on their annual performance dances. Our 16th Annual Recital will be at Oklahoma City University on May 16th at 2 PM and 7 PM. We hope you make plans now to come! Our ballet department will be presenting the original Christian Ballet “The Gift” this spring. “The Gift” has aired internationally on television for four years through our sister school, Academie de Ballet. We are honored to have permission to bring you this breathtakingly beautiful ballet once again!

Our Christmas Program in December was a huge success. We had the honor of dancing for The Angel Tree Party for children with an incarcerated parent/s. It was a huge blessing for our dancers. We also performed our “Classic Christmas” for our family and friends. Over 60 dancers were cast in this year’s spectacular.

Congratulations are in order for Madison Pride who was accepted into the six week summer intensive in New York City at the American Ballet Theatre. Many would argue that this is the highest honor in training for aspiring ballerinas in the country and Madison is one of a few select young ladies graced with this invitation.

Marissa McCurtain won the acrobatic scholarship at DMA Oklahoma Chapter in November. We are also happy to announce that Savannah Tardibono recently won interview, talent, and onstage question/evening gown at the 2009 Oklahoma Junior Miss Scholarship Program. She was also recently accepted into the prestigious OCU Dance Performance Program with scholarship and received the overall audition scholarship for DMA Oklahoma Chapter in November. May the Lord continue to shine in our girls as their levels of influence increase for His purposes.

Six of our dancers performed in the Tulsa Ballet and Oklahoma City Ballet “Nutcrackers” this season: Emma Harris, Claire Harris, Madison Pride, Meghan Bradley, Allie Renner, Destiny Teitjen, and Emily Williams. Samantha Maloy, Jordan Eischen, Emily Canavesio, Savannah Tardibono, and Rachel Tice assisted in dance worship for their home churches this Christmas as well. We are still receiving positive feedback from our China Mission Trip in August. Thank you again to all of the families and businesses who supported our efforts.

Our enrollment for summer and fall ’09 will begin soon. We are expecting yet another full year and hope you will consider being a part. Check our website on occasion for new schedules and updates!

Mrs. Daphne

Congrats!

2008-09-30T19:23:00.000-07:00

Congratulations Scholarship Winners!
We are excited to share the good news that Savannah Tardibono was a recipient of the OK/LA Connection Advanced Scholarship through auditions this weekend. Judges were professionals from LA and abroad. And following in her sister's footsteps, Michael Tardibono was a recipient of the junior scholarship award. Both auditioned with a group fo 80 dancers in the style of classical ballet.
Mrs. Daphne

September Update...

2008-09-23T18:07:00.000-07:00

Our dance year begins with more students joining us for classes than ever before. We are very blessed that parents value quality Christian dance training. Our Dove Dance Tulsa changed hands and is newly named The Calling Dance Academy. The Calling is owned by our former teacher, Jessica Case. We are so excited for their new beginning!
Our China Olympic Festival Tour Mission Trip was a huge success. We fulfilled the definition of mission in every aspect such as humanitarian work, sharing our faith, political influence, and cultural exchange. We danced in children's homes and western churches, danced in Tianamen Square the day the Olympic Torch entered Beijing, met First Lady Laura Bush, and held two dance workshops in Beijing and Lang Fang. We are looking forward to more tours overseas as God opens doors for us.
Special thanks to the following China Tour donors: Harvest Time Church in Enid with Pastor Carl Roberts, Calvary Temple in Edmond with Pastor Dale Drain, Shafer Dental, and SCO-JO Environmental. Our deepest gratitude is also extended to the many private Dove Dance families and friends who contributed as well to our 13 member team.
Our company will be ministering in dance at the North American Feast of Tabernacles on Monday, October 14th. We will also be a part of numerous fall conventions in Oklahoma and abroad. Our company is preparing for our Classic Christmas Show which we will be performing in churches and as outreach. Dates and locations will be posted in October.
Congratulations to our students who were cast in area The Nutcracker performances as follows: Tulsa Ballet: Madison Pride as the lead Marie/Claire, Emma Harris/party guest – Ballet Oklahoma: Claire Harris and Meagan Bradley/Jester Dolls, Emily Williams/Angel, Destiny Teitjin and Allie Renner/Party Guests. We are all so proud of you! May you shine the light and love of God.
We welcome The Porters to our ballet department staff. They come to us from Texas and have been a part of the Austin Ballet and Colorado Ballet Companies. We also welcome back many of all of our loving and professional staff for a great season ahead. May we advance the Kingdom of God together!
-Mrs. Daphne

ENROLL NOW FOR FALL!

2008-07-18T12:32:00.000-07:00

Registration Saturdays

July 26th and August 2nd, 9th, 16th from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM

You are also welcome to print the registration form from our website and mail it in.

We recommend early enrollment! Classes Begin AUGUST 18TH!!!

Parent Orientation Meeting Saturday, August 16th

10:00 AM to 10:30 AM for ages 7 and up & 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM for ages 6 and under

What Makes Dove Dance Unique?

• Our loving staff consists of trained dancers who have ample teaching experience—many who also have DMA dance certification or dance degrees. All of our teachers are also actively involved in their home church and have a passionate heart for Christian dance.

• Finest facility in the region with 7,000 sq. ft. custom built four studios, spacious lobby areas, floating floors for dancer’s safety, and private dressing rooms.

• Our school offers more classes than any other Christian dance school in the Midwest United States. This gives your dancer a class experience with students closer to their own age and skill level.

• Students under a DMA director have exclusive training, scholarship, and competition benefits.

• Ministry Focus & opportunities including outreach events and competitions.

• Well developed young children’s classes for ages three through six.

• Custom Christian Ballet curriculum which incorporating spiritual growth at each level.

SCHOOL RECOGNITIONS….

• Featured in Dance Magazine as one of four schools in the “Successful Studio” Issue

• Students featured in Dance Spirit, Dance Teacher, & DANCER Magazines

• Won DMA National 1st Runner-Up for “The Passion” ’06 along with other state and national awards

• Invited to perform at Olympic Festival, Beijing, China ‘08

• Ministered with International Christian Embassy, Jerusalem for the past five years to support Israel

• Students have held multiple scholarship pageant state titles through the Miss America, DMA, ADA, and Junior Achievement Systems

• Involved in Community Performances such as “Dancers Against Cancer”, City Rescue Mission, and more.

Summer News!!

2008-06-09T11:21:00.000-07:00

Summer Dance!! Located at our NW OKC school
OKC Summer Session – 7 Weeks – offers classes of all styles and all skill levels!! begins
June 9th – July 26th - go to our schedule page for all classes available and tuition
Little Pearl (ages 3 & 4) Dance Camp – June 24th – 27th from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM – Tuition: $80
Opals (ages 5 & 6) Dance Camp – June 24th – 27th from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM – Tuition: $80
Elementary Intensive – June 16th-20th – 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM – Tuition $130
Special Courses: Ballroom - Thurs. 8 to 9 PM ** Child Charms/ Manners Course -Tues. 4 to 5 PM

Tulsa Summer!! 7 Week Summer Session – June 16th – July 31st offers classes of all styles and all skill levels!! - go to our schedule page for all classes available and tuition. Our Tulsa studio is excited to be moving one mile south to 91st and Sheridan to offer larger rooms and lobby areas!!

Enroll for Fall! for our 16th Season, “Advancing the Kingdom. Classes begin August 18th for both Oklahoma City and Tulsa. You will want to register early to get first choice of classes!

“Night to Honor Israel” Oklahoma City Event – June 29th at Crossroads Cathedral. Admission is free. Dove Dance Co. will be ministering in dance. This event supports Israel and the Jewish community by raising funds and awareness.

Dove Dance to Perform in Olympic Festival in July – please keep our thirteen member team in your prayers. We will be in Beijing, China for two weeks as we perform our dances and also work at a children’s home for disabled children.

Dove Congrats & Summer Whereabouts...

2008-05-21T12:34:00.000-07:00

Congratulations Students! On a wonderful dance recital!!
On May 17th, our dancers performed the 15th annual dance performance at Oklahoma City University. Dancing for two packed out houses, the dancers shared what they had learned in dance skills this season as well as their heart and love for God.

Join us Monday, June 2nd at 7:00 PM at Holland Hall for our Tulsa Student Performance. Admission is free.

Summer Seven Week Session

Schedule is online now for both OKC and Tulsa. Camp information to come this week. We have planned guest artists as well our current staff to impart in to the dancers.

Camps are for 3 & 4 year olds, 5 & 6 year olds, and 7 – 11 year olds.

Summer Whereabouts!

Select Sr. Co & Staff performing at the Olympic Festival in Beijing as well as sharing dances in the community and doing work at the Agape Children’s home.
Lauren Taylor, Madison Pride, and Bayle Swartout attending Ballet Magnificat! Intensive in July
Emily Canavesio/Miss Teen Dance of Oklahoma, Madison Pride/Junior Miss Dance of Oklahoma, and Joshua Bergner/Master Dance of Oklahoma, will be attending DMA nationals in Orlando, Florida representing our state. We are so proud of you and you are in our prayers.
Lynneth Miller in cast of Discoveryland’s “Oklahoma” and “Seven Brides for Seven Brothers” in Tulsa’s outdoor theatre.

Dove Dance to Perform in Summer Olympic Festival in Beijing

2008-03-25T18:52:00.001-07:00

Dove Dance SOAR Professional Company will be traveling to Beijing, China to perform at the Olympic Festival and Project Dance, Hong Kong. Dove Dance will also be doing humanitarian work at the Agape House for special needs children. We are so blessed to have this opportunity! Please be keeping us in your prayers as we prepare for this event! If you or your company would like to financially support our Asia Outreach, please contact Daphne Tardibono @ 405-834-2264 or dovedanceokc@yahoo.com

What are professionals saying about Dove Dance training?

2008-03-12T11:07:00.000-07:00

In a recent dance competition through DMA, Dove Dance students competed in a group of almost 50 dancers from other Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Kansas DMA dance schools. DMA brings in a panel of seasoned judges who have worked professionally throughout the country. Part of the scoring is through an intense four hour audition which includes jazz, ballet, tap, and acrobatics. One dancer is selected from each of the four age divisions as the "overall high score audition winner". Out of the four divisions, Dove Dance students won three. So, in addition to winning three DMA State titles, Dove Dance left a strong impression on the judges in masterclasses as well. This means our students are recieving strong training, even on a regional level. We also had many students in the top five and win individual audition high scores. We are thankful to the Lord for these blessings.

New Tulsa Opening!

2008-03-03T19:12:00.001-08:00

Dove Dance Tulsa Builds New Facility and plans to open in the fall of 2008. Equal to our nationally acclaimed facility in Oklahoma City, the Tulsa school will be equipped with state of art floors, decor, and dressing rooms. Please tell your friends and family! Enrollment for fall will begin in mid-March.

Welcoming 2008 as we Move to the Call

2007-12-27T19:27:00.000-08:00

Mrs. Daphne Honored and selected as a 2008 "Woman in the News" honoree for her contributions to the state of Oklahoma by the Oklahoma Women's Hospitality Club. Daphne will be honored at two benefit events at the Oklahoma Country Club in March. Her contributions in the field of Christian dance, business, and character development for young people will be highlighted.

Classic Christmas Wrap-Up
Dove Dance would like to thank Our Lord's Community Church, Cherokee Hills Baptist Church, Baptist Hospital, The Gathering Church, and the City Rescue Mission for making our "Classic Christmas" Production significant. It was an honor to share our dance and hearts with you.

Welcome to Fall as we "move to the call"

2007-12-10T19:28:00.000-08:00

Dove Dance would like to thank our audiences on our Dec. 1st and Dec. 8th performances.
The Lord surpassed our expectations for premiere year of our Christmas Production.

Dec. 13th - Savannah Tardibono performs "Held" at Baptist Hospital's Christmas Bereavement Service
Dec. 13th - Sr. Co. featured in the Bethany Tribune
Dec. 16th - Sr.Co. performs at "The Gathering" AM Church Service, meeting at John Marshall High School
Dec. 16th - "A Classic Christmas" presented at the City Rescue Mission at 6 PM
January 12th - Dancer's Against Cancer Event

Dove Dance Students Cast in Tulsa and Texas "The Nutcracker"
Congratulations to: Erin Melton who was cast as a party guest and soloist in the Lone Star Ballet Theatre in Texas, Brianna & Christiana Griffith and Olivia Kuester who were cast as angels in the South Tulsa Ballet performance, and Madison Pride who will perform with the "pointe class" ensemble in the Tulsa Ballet's "Nutcracker".
God Bless You!

Classes Still Open
Two Ways to Register
1. Print off Registration forms from our website and mail to them to us. OR
2. Register in person during normal hours at the studio. (see schedule pages for studio hours)

Congratulations to our Fall/Winter Scholarship Recipients!
Madison Pride - Talent on Parade Audition Scholarship
Denvre Couts - OK/LA Connection Audition Scholarship
Joshua Bergner - DMA Oklahoma Chapter Acro Class Jr. Scholarship

Dove Dance would like to extend special thanks to DINO and Cheryl Kartsonakis
for inviting us back to be the exclusive children’s cast in the Branson Christmas Spectacular and the tour ending in New York City’s, Lincoln Center. Although we declined the offer in early July, we were still very honored to be given this offer ,as well as Mrs. Daphne being asked to choreograph for the show.

Move to the Call

2007-11-01T19:30:00.000-07:00

Enjoy an evening of family entertainment through dance in a colorful candy land, international dolls, a NYC kick line joining Rudolph & his reindeers, and the story of Jesus’ birth with worshipful classics such as “What Child is This”, “Mary, Did You Know?” and many others. Come join Dove Dance and our cast of over 65 company members in this professional and heart warming show.

“Keeping the joy and love of Jesus Christ as the focus of this season is more important now than ever in the history of our country. First, in our hearts, then in our homes, and finally, in our community and country. It is my prayer that Jesus remains the focus of Christmas as well as each day of our year. I hope you will come and share this special “Classic Christmas” with us. You will be blessed!” - Daphne Tardibono

Tickets can be purchased at our studio or through company members.
$5 general seating, $10 reserved seating in front three rows

Saturday, December 1st, 6:00 PM—Cherokee Hills Baptist Church
5700 NW 63rd, Okla. City, OK 73132
Saturday, December 8th, 6:00 PM—Our Lord’s Community Church
11400 North Portland, Okla. City, OK 73120

** partial proceeds benefit “Rescue the Girls”, an organization assisting Oklahoma women in need and develop a life of faith, success, and stability.

Classes Still Open
Two Ways to Register
1. Print off Registration forms from our website and mail to them to us. OR
2. Register in person during normal hours at the studio. (see schedule pages for studio hours)

Congratulations Savannah, DMA Miss Teen Dance of America Contestant 2007 in NYC!
Representing Oklahoma Chapter 27, Savannah tied the winning interview score at DMA Teen Miss Dance of America. Savannah also tied for third (out of 29 contestants) in the tap score as well. As God's light shines through our dancers, we pray that they continue to be witness of His grace and love! The Lord will continue to use their character, words, and dance on the earth to further His kingdom purposes. We are so proud of you! Keep it up!

Accepting Staff Applications
Dove Dance is now accepting applications from Christian dance professionals who would like to join our staff for weekly classe teaching positions or substitutes in OKC or Tulsa. We are also interviewing for a Tulsa directorship. Dove Dance offers wonderful facilities, competitive pay, and a professional and warm atmosphere in which to teach. Please email your resume with two reference names and contact information included to: dovedanceokc@yahoo.com.

Our graduates and staff continue to dance abroad!
Dove Dance graduate, Katie Greenback, returned to college this month as she completed her first year in Kansas assisting with the YES dance program under former Kansas City Royale, OJ Rhone. Andrea Dougherty, Dove Dance Instructor, will begin another professional road tour with a Christmas Production. We are looking forward to her return and sharing choreography for us. Emily Taylor, Dove Dance Instructor, continues to work in Orlando at Disney world and was recently cast as a princess in the high profile show, Fantasmik!, at the MGM theme park. Congratulations to Brittany Albertson, 14 year Dove Dance student, as she continues her dance training as a freshmen at Texas Christian University.

Dove Dance would like to extend special thanks to DINO and Cheryl Kartsonakis
for inviting us back to be the exclusive children’s cast in the Branson Christmas Spectacular and the tour ending in New York City’s, Lincoln Center. Although we declined the offer in early July, we were still very honored to be given this offer ,as well as Mrs. Daphne being asked to choreograph for the show.

Tulsa Ballet Nutcracker

2007-10-03T19:42:00.001-07:00

Dove Student Cast in Tulsa Ballet Nutcracker - Congratulations Madison Pride! Madison, 12, will be performing as one of five girls cast in the "pointe class" ensemble ranging between 12 and 18 in age. Last Christmas Madison enjoyed working in musical theatre in Branson and is looking forward to a classical ballet experience with this nationally renowned company. It is a blessing to see our students excel in multiple styles and gain a rich variety of experiences in their developing years of dance education. For tickets go to www.tulsaballet.org

Congratulations Denvre Couts, Scholarship Audition Recipient!

2007-09-24T18:58:00.000-07:00

Congratulations Denvre Couts, Scholarship Audition Recipient! - Denvre was selected as one of two scholarship recipients (out of 125+) for OK/LA at the Oklahoma Regional Event. She is also invited into the opening number next season. Congratulations Denvre. Keep moving in the call.

Welcome to Fall as we "move to the call"

2007-09-18T16:31:00.000-07:00

Classes Still Open
Two Ways to Register
1. Print off Registration & Medical forms from our website and mail to them to us. OR
2. Register in person during normal hours at the studio. (see schedule pages for studio hours)

Upcoming SOAR Co. Performances & Events
September 15 New Covenant Church—Benefit Performance
October 19 Momentum Conference, Church of the Harvest Oklahoma City Campus with Key Note Speaker for the evening: John Maxwell
October 14th 2:00 PM Oklahoma Centennial Parade, Downtown Oklahoma City, to be aired on OETA, Dove Dance will be in the aeronautical portion of the parade.

Thank You, Robert Reed!
Thanks, Mr. Reed, for teaching for us in during our first month of classes! Our students enjoyed taking class from Robert Reed, one of the world's top professional tap teachers. For more information on Mr. Reed, go to tapheritage.com.

Ballet Magnificat!
Much thanksgiving to the Lord for an amazing weekend with Ballet Magnificat! The Tulsa Performance of Hiding Place had over 1200 in attendance with an atmosphere of powerful and refreshing ministry. We were honored to have guests from the dance departments of Oral Roberts University and St. Gregory’s University. The weekend workshop offered seventeen classes in ballet, variations, conditioning, jazz, and worship. Our dancers thoroughly enjoyed these enriching classes! We greatly appreciate the strong witness of Godly character Ballet Magnificat! offers our dancers. May the Lord continue to bless Keith and Kathy Thibodeaux for their uncompromising dedication to the call of this ministry.

Congratulations Savannah, DMA Miss Teen Dance of America Contestant 2007 in NYC!
Representing Oklahoma Chapter 27, Savannah tied the winning interview score at DMA Teen Miss Dance of America. Savannah also tied for third (out of 29 contestants) in the tap score as well. As God's light shines through our dancers, we pray that they continue to be witness of His grace and love! The Lord will continue to use their character, words, and dance on the earth to further His kingdom purposes. We are so proud of you! Keep it up!

Accepting Staff Applications
Dove Dance is now accepting applications from Christian dance professionals who would like to join our staff for weekly classe teaching positions or substitutes in OKC or Tulsa. We are also interviewing for a Tulsa directorship. Dove Dance offers wonderful facilities, competitive pay, and a professional and warm atmosphere in which to teach. Please email your resume with two reference names and contact information included to: dovedanceokc@yahoo.com.

Our graduates and staff continue to dance abroad!
Dove Dance graduate, Katie Greenback, returned to college this month as she completed her first year in Kansas assisting with the YES dance program under former Kansas City Royale, OJ Rhone. Andrea Dougherty, Dove Dance Instructor, will begin another professional road tour with a Christmas Production. We are looking forward to her return and sharing choreography for us. Emily Taylor, Dove Dance Instructor, continues to work in Orlando at Disney world and was recently cast as a princess in the high profile show, Fantasmik!, at the MGM theme park. Congratulations to Brittany Albertson, 14 year Dove Dance student, as she continues her dance training as a freshmen at Texas Christian University.

Dove Dance would like to extend special thanks to DINO and Cheryl Kartsonakis for inviting us back to be the exclusive children’s cast in the Branson Christmas Spectacular and the tour ending in New York City’s, Lincoln Center. Although we declined the offer in early July, we were still very honored to be given this offer ,as well as Mrs. Daphne being asked to choreograph for the show.

’07-’08 Dance Year “Move to the Call”

2007-07-23T20:21:00.000-07:00

TWO WAYS TO REGISTER - OKC
1. Print off forms from our website and mail to them to us OR
2. Come to a Registration Day

OKC - Friday, July 27th for ages 3 to 6 years
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM (Parent Orientation 7:30 PM to 8:00 PM)
OKC - Saturday, August 4th for ages 7 and up
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM (Parent Orientation 11:30 AM to Noon)
If you register before Placement Days, pencil in the classes you believe are correct.

OKC - Placement Days
Placement Classes are to review the overall training as well as each dancer individually. Our staff will select placements for those students who cannot attend the placement classes. There is no charge for placement classes. Two or three of our DMA certified or BA degreed instructors will be doing the evaluations. We will keep it friendly & relaxed.

OKC - Monday, August 6th
Last Season’s Sapphire 1, 2 & 3 Students—10:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Last Season’s Jazz 1, 2, and Technique 1 Students—12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Last Seasons Jazz 3, and Technique 2 students—1:00 PM to 2:00 PM

OKC - Tuesday, August 7th
Last Season’s Tap Technique and Tap 1 students—10:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Last Season’s Tap 2 and 3 students—11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

If you are a beginner or a transferring student, we can work one on one with you to get you in the right classes.
Our Season Begins August 27th!

Summer Happenings
Summer brings many wonderful opportunities for our students. Some of our Senior Company enjoyed the OK/LA Connection Workshop in June. Lisa Woods and Hui Cha Poos were amazing instructors! Mrs. Daphne enjoyed speaking at the Mrs. Oklahoma 2007 pageant in Bartlesville as well as judging for the Junior Miss Achievement Program in Western Oklahoma. Lynneth Miller just returned from the Ballet Magnificat! Summer Intensive. Madison, Cortlin, and Jordan returned from Talent on Parade Nationals in Hot Springs. The girls won overall national awards and had a wonderful time!

Savannah Tardibono will be in New York City this month competing as DMA Miss Teen Dance of Oklahoma. Savannah, along with four of our Senior Company Members, will also enjoy taking open classes at the Alvin Ailey School and the American Ballet Theatre. Congratulations to “Remember Me” for winning the overall dance award at YOUTH AMERICA this month. We were pleased to see “How to Save a Life” win second place as well. Great Job Girls!! The Power of God’s Spirit is evident in you.

August SOAR Co. Ministry Performances
14th – 18th - Performing with DINO & Cheryl Kartsonakis in Indiana
12th - Performing “Glory” at Cherokee Hills Baptist Church AM Service, OKC
9th - Performing at the PINK (Mary Kay) Conference in OKC

Ballet Magnificat! performance and workshop are scheduled for September 7th through the 9th.
For more information, go to our calendar page.

Wanna see more? go to www.dovedance.com

Avoid Dance Troupe “Aches” by Learning from Achan’s Mistakes

2007-06-21T07:49:00.000-07:00

Text: Joshua Chapter 7
After the Israelites defeated Jericho in Chapter 6, the final verse reads, “So the Lord was with Joshua, and his fame spread throughout the land.” In the next Chapter, Joshua now leads his troupes to another battle. A small group of Joshua’s men were surprisingly defeated in battle against Ai. Joshua and his leaders went to the Lord in prayer to seek God’s direction as to why the defeat had occurred? The Lord told Joshua “Stand Up! What are you doing down on your face? Israel has sinned; they have violated my covenant which I commanded them to keep”. God directed Joshua to find the sin by separating tribes, then clans, and finally, family by family. God tells Joshua in verse 12 “I will not be with you anymore unless you destroy whatever among you is devoted to destruction.”

After defeating Jericho, God had specifically told the Joshua’s army to destroy everything. Achan disobeyed and kept some of the “devoted things” from the last battle buried under his tent. Achan confesses to Joshua that he coveted (blameworthy desire for that which is another's) the “devoted things” — a beautiful robe (representing power & authority), gold & silver (representing wealth). Joshua even gave the entire army notice the night before the search, and yet Achan chose to keep the devoted items buried under his tent. Achan did not take Joshua’s words seriously.

As dancers, what can we learn from Achan? As dance artists, we will always find ourselves working with groups where we rely on one another. God is not looking for prima donnas. Following instructions and choreography is essential in keeping a dance group strong and effective — both on and off stage. When a dance team experiences victory, each dancer, parent, and staff member must guard his/her heart and actions. All glory must return immediately back unto the Lord. Keeping the glory or credit for success hidden in the tents of our hearts will insure defeat around the corner. As the story of Achan proves, even one individual’s disobedience will hurt the entire group.

As new dance years begin and new dance teams form, I challenge you to search your heart. Are you returning all the glory to Jesus Christ for your past successes? God created the fine arts to be devoted the Lord. When we take for ourselves what is designed to be devoted the Lord, God then renames it as a “devotion to destruction” (verse 12). Guard your heart and be a blessing to your group. Strive to keep an attitude of servant hood versus star dome. Parents — Don’t be so ambitious or fearful about your dancer’s future that you lose focus. When God opens doors, no one will be able to close them; when he closes doors, no one will be able to open them. (Isaiah 22:22) Our greatest attempts to promote our children fade in the abilities of their Heavenly Father. Allow Him to work in their behalf in His timing.

Dance leaders — be attentive to your group and continually give God the glory. When you sense trouble in the group, seek God’s voice in prayer. After this, have the courage to expose the problem and keep your group strong. Your group depends on you to oversee and keep high standards. And why should we all strive for this higher calling in the arts? Joshua states it best in verse 9, “What then will you do, Lord, for your great name?” Throughout Joshua’s comments, he frequently shows his concern about representing the name of the Lord well. This should be our unifying goal. Jesus said, “When I am lifted up, I will draw all men unto me.” John 12:32.

The Power of Praise!

2007-03-25T19:52:00.000-07:00

Text: Joshua, Chapter 6

Praising the Lord in music, song, or dance is a force that is powerful enough to destroy walls and barriers in your life. It is a supernatural truth that defies logic and natural understanding. Let’s look at the story of Joshua and the walls of Jericho. Even before the victory was seen in the natural, God told Joshua in past tense, “See, I have delivered Jericho into your hands, along with its king and it’s fighting men”. The war was set to be won, it simply had to be carried out by Joshua and his army. The army of Israel saw the walls of Jericho crumble through their
1) obedience to God in unity
2) the praises lifted up to the Lord in music, marching (an element of dance), and song.

Through God’s instructions, Joshua passed along orders to his army. Note that Joshua alone could not win this battle. It took the obedience and following of the army as well. After marching quietly around the city for six days, Joshua’s army marched on the seventh day and, at Joshua’s command, gave a great shout! At this moment, the wall of Jericho crumbled. They took the city and devoted it to God.

Notice that the praises alone were not enough. First and foremost, it took the hearing and accepting of God’s instructions. If you want the power of praise/dance to work in your life, allow God’s Spirit to speak to you and guide you. You have to “de-throne” yourself from your heart and allow Jesus, your King, to take this place. He will then rule and direct your body, soul, and mind towards a life of destiny and accomplishment for His kingdom. Each step of His journey for your life calls for greater abandonment...greater sacrifices. Be encouraged by remembering that higher standards take you to the higher call. Be a history maker and change your world!

In May, we will look at Joshua, Chapter 7, and see the importance of following God's lead and returning all Glory to Him.

This chapter will rock your world!

"A Place For Rosa Parks"

2007-03-16T18:13:00.000-07:00

Congratulations "A Place For Rosa Parks" - Large Group Overall High Score at OK/LA Connection. Through the recasting, recostuming, and unexpected "colds", the Lord's face shined on us. Thank you, Lisa and Hui Cha, for a wonderful and professional weekend!

March Update

2007-03-06T20:41:00.000-08:00

As spring is approaching, we are in full swing with many happenings on our calendar! Our recent workshop with Joe Simpson was a huge blessing and success! We had a total of over 70 dancers take part at both locations. It was a great time of refreshing and encouragement. We will be excited to hear the great reports of the Philippines mission work in which Joe and Brittany will be leaving for next month!

We are excited to announce that our Tulsa Recital will be held at the beautiful Mabee Center on the ORU Campus on May 20th. All of our recital dates are now listed on our CALENDAR page. Please check out the dates and plan to attend. You will be blessed!

Our dancers will be ministering in dance at the Tulsa “Night to Honor Israel” on April 16th. This event is in conjunction with John Hagee, Kenneth Hagin Jr., Billy Jo Daugherty and many other amazing ministries. The event will be held at the new Victory Church Main Auditorium.

Congratulations to our three DMA titled contestants. Emily Canavesio won 1st Runner-Up in the teen division as well as being voted Miss. Congeniality in a group of 15 contestants! Michelle Tardibono won 1st Runner-Up in the Petite Miss Dance Competition as well as high acro, ballet, tap, and jazz audition score and Miss. Congeniality. Savannah Tardibono won the title of Miss Teen Dance of Oklahoma as well as high audition score and high interview. Congratulations girls! The Lord is doing great things in your life! Keep dancing with HIM as your focus!

Dove Dance is excited to announce the forming of Dove Dance Ministries International. Working in conjunction with our school, this not-for-profit branch will support 1) our ministry troupe 2) our future professional company, SOAR 3) our work with physically impaired & ill children and inner city youth. We are already seeing God use this branch of our school in a powerful way.

God Bless You Abundantly!
Mrs. Daphne

Congrats, DMA Miss Teen Dance...

2007-03-06T20:40:00.000-08:00

Congratulations! Savannah Tardibono
DMA Miss Teen Dance of Oklahoma 2007
Representing our Oklahoma Chapter
in New York City this July

JOE SIMPSON JAZZ & EASTER CHOREOGRAPHY WORKSHOP

2007-02-11T15:02:00.000-08:00

JOE SIMPSON JAZZ & EASTER CHOREOGRAPHY WORKSHOP
Feb. 23rd - Tulsa, Feb. 24th & 25th - OKC

Dove Dance Students! Don't forget to register in the lobby for this fun and encouraging weekend. All donations for this workshop go directly towards sending Joe & Brittany and FLYT & CO. to the Phillipines for missions this Spring. Detailed schedule and registration forms are in our lobbies.

Joe Simpson/ Jazz: As he passes on his love for Jesus Christ through his powerful dance and choreography, Joe Simpson offers one-of-a-kind classes that are challenging and equally fun! He has danced professionally with internationally known Christian recording artists on every major continent. Continuing in his call, Joe and Brittany now focus their mission work towards the Phillipines.

Mrs. Daphne/Easter Church Choreography: Come and learn a large portion of an Easter dance that you can take back to your home church and use for solo or group ministry performance. Open to ages eight through adult. Over the last three years, this has become a favorite!! Area church dance team members & leaders are welcome!!

Beijo Bag Party: Feb. 24th in our OKC lobby from 11 am to 3 pm - beijobags.com

New Years Update

2007-01-20T16:17:00.000-08:00

On January 8th, our Ministry Troupe danced at the Civic Center Music Hall for “A Night to Honor Israel”.
The evening raised $41,000.00 for Israeli families affected by the war. It was an honor to minister in conjunction with such an amazing group of ministries for a cause larger than us. 37 volunteer troupe dancers came together, making this our largest troupe participation event in our school’s history!

Special thanks to the families who desired to be involved in this event close to God’s heart!

We are encouraged by the words of Jesus, “No branch can bear fruit by itself, it must remain in the vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in me.” John 15: 4

Dove Dance is excited to announce the forming of Dove Dance Ministries International. Working in conjunction with our school, this not-for-profit branch will support 1) our ministry troupe 2) our future professional company, SOAR 3) our work with physically impaired & ill children and inner city youth. We are already seeing God use this branch of our school in a powerful way.

Congratulations to the following students who received DMA Oklahoma Scholarships through auditions: Savannah Tardibono received the Overall Scholarship (all styles highest cumulative score), Emily Canavesio, received the jazz scholarship in her first year of auditioning, and Brittany Albertson, received the ballet scholarship.

As we prepare for competition season and recitals, we look back at the fall where our dancers have already enjoyed outreach performances at the Children’s Center, Baptist Nursing Home, Word Explosion Tulsa, Trinity Baptist Church, Momentum Conference, and the Oklahoma City Rescue Mission, and the Dino Christmas Spectacular in Branson, Missouri.

Our 14th annual student body performance, “For His Glory”, will be Saturday, May 26th at the beautiful Oklahoma City University Main Theater. Our Tulsa student performance and OKC preschool recital dates will be announced soon. Dove Dance will begin accepting new students for our summer classes/camps/intensives, and ’07-’08 dance season in February. Please frequent our website for updated information.

God Bless You Abundatly!
Mrs. Daphne

Who Will Choreograph Your Year?

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A word from Mrs. Daphne

As dancers, we were designed with a gift within our hearts to praise the Lord with our bodies. In 2007, challenge yourself to allow God to be the choreographer. Let Him guide your steps and teach you how to move.

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not unto your own
understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him and he will direct your paths.” Proverbs 3: 5 & 6

Years ago, this passage carried me through my darkest hour. At the loss of our firstborn son on Christmas night, the Lord woke me up with this scripture running through my mind. Two days after his funeral, I went to church and danced! Not because my body or emotions “felt” like it, but because I had told the Lord years earlier that I would praise Him ALL the days of my life. And, by faith, I danced that day. Years later, this scripture, and my son, David, remind me that God can handle anything life brings. And God can handle anything life brings you this year as well! But you must praise Him and thank Him at all times. You must be willing to follow His steps.

This is a year and time to follow the integrity of God’s word and grow in truth… be knowledgeable of the scriptures firsthand and what they say about life issues. Clean up and get things in order. Life is not a dress rehearsal. This is the big show! Stay plugged in to your choreographer’s instructions so that you know what to do. Don’t just grab His choreography for selfish gain. Follow His steps for His glory and His larger purposes—for the message and those on stage with you. Walk in holiness and hunger after all God has for you. Allow your Heavenly Father to choreograph and direct your year by his Holy Spirit and Word. And don’t forget, whether you are in a valley or on top of mountain, praise Him!! Praise Him!! Always, Praise Him…………….

“Let them praise His name with dancing and make music to him with the
tambourine and harp. For the Lord takes delight in his people; he crowns the
humble with salvation.” Psalm 149:3

Curtain’s UP!

December Update

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“Nothing is impossible with God!”. These are the words Gabriel spoke to Mary when she was first told she would mother the Savior of mankind. What an amazing word of faith! With Christmas season upon us, our school is reminded of these words and is seeing that, with God, our lives are pregnant with destiny as we walk in His ways.

This season, our dancers have already enjoyed outreach performances at the Children’s Center, Baptist Nursing Home, Word Explosion Tulsa, Trinity Baptist Church, Momentum Conference, and the Oklahoma City Rescue Mission. Many of our dancers are performing in their home churches throughout the city for Christmas programs. Our dancers return from Branson this week after a blessed opportunity to dance with Dino and Cheryl Kartsinokas in their Christmas spectacular. We thank them for sharing their show with us and look forward to working again with them in the future!

Dove Dance Ministry Troupe will be dancing, January 8th at 7:30 PM at the Civic Center Music Hall (main theatre), for the “A Night to Honor Israel” event. The keynote speaker will be Billy Brim in conjunction with the International Christian Embassy in Jerusalem’s, Chuck King. The event is also supported by John Hagee and the Jewish Federation. Admission is free and we encourage everyone to come and be a part.

Congratulations to the following students who received DMA Oklahoma Scholarships this fall through auditions: Emily Canavesio—Jazz, Brittany Albertson—Ballet, Savannah Tardibono—Overall. Congratulations to Miss Emily who leaves this month to begin her dance contract with Walt Disney as a princess and dancer at Disneyworld. Miss Emily has been a part of our school for over four years. She recently attended Ballet Magnificat’s Summer Intensive where she was placed in level 10 (the highest level provided.) She is a beautiful dancer and person. We will miss her and pray the Lord will return her to Dove Dance again in the future.

Dove Dance will be closed from December 23rd through January 3rd. We will meet on December 21st and 22nd to make up for the recent closings due to weather closings.

Our Oklahoma City 14th Annual Recital will be Saturday, May 26th at the beautiful Oklahoma City University Main Theater. “For His Glory” will be a recital focused on the Glory of the Lord found throughout scripture. We are excited to bring back a recital format from previous years in which the audience will thoroughly enjoy.

From all of our Tulsa and Oklahoma City staff, have a very blessed Christmas!

Sincerely,
Mrs. Daphne

Congratulations!

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CONGRATULATIONS SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS!!
Annual Dance Masters of America, Oklahoma Chapter Audition Scholarship Recipients: Emily Canavesio/jazz scholarship, Brittany Albertson/ballet scholarship, Savannah Tardibono/overall scholarship (combined highest score of three styles). We are also very proud of Fareshteh Hamidi who auditioned as well - showing courage, fortitude, and dedication. Great job girls!!

Devotional - Audience of One?

2006-11-13T20:46:00.000-08:00

“Audience of One?”

Audience:
a : a group of listeners or spectators
b : a reading, viewing, or listening public

Many artists are independent types. We live in a country where independence of mind and spirit is one of flags we waive proudly over our beautiful America. Christian children are taught to be God pleasers. For the last two years, Christian dancers are now being told taught in many circles to dance for an “audience of one”. The intention behind this phrase is to teach dancer’s to solely focus on God’s opinion of them when they dance. This truth is crucial for young people, and yet also calls for a balanced teaching on basic respect and love for authority figures and peers. Each time I hear “audience of one” falling onto young ears, I become concerned. Let me explain.

After teaching young people dance for twenty years, and growing up in the dance arena since the age of seven, my heart is compelled to give my dancers a healthy and balanced view of life as a believer. If not, our desire to teach our children to be independent and ‘God pleasers’ can grow quietly into a spirit of rebellion or isolate the dancer from the body of Christ. This can lead to low self-esteem issues or pride and haughtiness. If a dancer can worship the Lord in their dance but can’t even get along with their peers in dance class, then how will he/she function in ministry as an adult? No pastor or dance company can work with a person who is not sensitive to others.

A few years ago I was holding auditions for the lead parts in our upcoming ballet performance. One student arrived in the lobby and announced to her peers that she was going to get the lead! Another student asked her how she knew she was going to get the lead already. The girl’s reply was “mom and I prayed and we claimed it in Jesus name!” The mother continued to peek through the window and view the closed auditions...praying out loud the entire time. The young girl left auditions without a lead role, other girl’s feelings were hurt, parents in the lobby were bothered. It was not the mother’s place to tell the girl who would get the lead. It was the teacher’s panel decision to make. This was a degrading of authority wrapped up in religious lingo that ultimately bore bad fruit for many. It most likely confused the little girl and sent her away with the impression that either 1) God had failed her, or 2) her teachers had not heard from God that day. Both were degrading authority.

As believers, we must keep our Lord as our focus, passion, motivation, our source of confidence. Yet, our young people must learn to have their hearts turned towards the people—turned towards other believers and turned towards the lost. We do not want to raise up a religious generation that has no heart for humanity. My brother Chris told me a phrase concerning this topic that has stuck with me for many years. He is a Chaplain in the Air Force, graduated with his masters from ORU, and served on their staff. He said, “It is was not our humanity that separated Adam and Eve from God in the garden. It was their sin.” Jesus was often “moved with compassion” for the people who needed him as he ministered on earth. There is a very practical side of Christianity our children need to learn. Dance is praise and worship to God. It is also a powerful language to mankind that breaks through barriers spoken language cannot pierce.

We must remember to teach our dancers to respect their parents, teachers, judges when they are critiqued, or master teachers when at a convention. I do want my students to value what people in authoritative positions share with them. We care about what our children’s grades are in school, their score on a piano evaluation, an update on behavior from the Sunday School teacher or youth pastor. So why should dance be any different? A submissive and teachable spirit welcomes input. I have heard dancers say “It doesn’t matter what anyone thinks of me—I dance for an audience of ONE!”. If the dancer has a submissive heart, this phrase doesn’t put a red flag up to me. If the child is non-compliant to teachers and rude to peers, then this phrase is troublesome to my heart.
Always remember, respect is one of the most practical forms of love.
Mrs. Daphne

“If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but have not love, I am nothing.”
1 Corinthians 13:1-3

Fall Outreach & News!

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Dove Dance at MOMENTUM Conference
We are performing on Saturday, October 21st (Speakers: Joyce Meyer, Tommy Barnett, John BeVere) Hosted by Church of the Harvest on October 19th-21st at 6800 N. Bryant, OKC, OK. To register for the conference, go to http://www.harvestokc.com, or call 405.478.7373 (night services are free).

Children’s Center Outreach Event Oct. 4
Our dancers were very blessed to enjoy the wonderful audience of children at the Children’s Center.

Oklahoma City Rescue Mission Oct. 12
Dove Dance ministered in dance at the Children’s Chapel for parents and children alike.

Trinity Baptist Church
Father/Daughter Banquet Oct. 13
Our dancers are honored to be the entertainment for this wonderful night for family.

Baptist Nursing Home Oct. 14
Our dancers enjoyed dancing and spending time with the residents.

DINO Christmas Spectacular in Branson!
Congratulations to Michael, Michelle, Payton, Josie, Maci, Sara, Madison, and Jocelyn – who will be in the cast of DINO’s Christmas Spectacular in Branson, Missouri from November 1st through
December 7th at the Tri Lakes Center (formerly Mel Tillis Theatre). This is a dream come true while also being a way to share the love of Jesus to thousands. For tickets, go to http://www.dinoplayspiano.com. Dino has put together a Broadway quality Christmas show full of music and dance appropriate for all ages. You won’t want to miss it!

A Word From Victory Church
“We want to thank Dove Dance again for all the time and effort you all made to bring your entire dance team during Word Explosion! and dance the night of Pastor John Hagee’s ministry. Pastor Hagee was so moved by it all. He leaned over to tell me some of the symbolism as you danced. We were honored to have you come. God’s anointing was upon everyone involved. It was very touching. Thank You! Thank You! Thank You!”
-Sharon & Pastor Billy Joe Daugherty, Victory Christian Center

“Then the spirit of the Lord lifted me up,
and the Glory of the Lord filled the temple.” Ezekiel 43:5

September News! - LET’S DANCE!

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REGISTRATION  You may still register by mail! Call or email us and we’ll send you the form.  DOVE DANCE in DANCE MAGAZINE! - We are honored to be one of four studios in the country in the ‘06 July Issue of Dance Magazine “Secrets of a Successful Studio”. Since 1994, our vision has been to bring Christian dance to the forefront of mainstream dance in this country—allowing parents to send their child to a Christ-centered studio while not comprising technical training. May all of the credit and Glory be to the Lord.  Dove Dance at MOMENTUM Conference—(Speakers: Joyce Meyers, Tommy Barnett, John BeVere) Hosted by Church of the Harvest/Youth America on October 19th-21st at 6800 N. Bryant, Okla. City, OK. We will be performing at one of the services. More information to come! To register for the conference, go to harvestokc.com/405-478-7373 (Adult, Youth, and Children’s Conference.)  DMA Nationals—Congratulations to “The Passion” 2nd Place Production Grand National Champions! Congratulations to all 41 of our students who attended, ranging in ages between 8 and 17, who came home with between 1 and 4 Platinum Scores. This is a huge accomplishment at a DMA National event—over 700 dance entries at this convention! We are grateful to the Lord for a successful trip.  Other National Finalists:  Sound of Music, 3rd Place Overall National Champion Group, Division 1 & 2 Combined  Holy Ghost Girls, 5th Place Overall National Champion Group, Division 1 & 2 Combined  Stronghold, 4th Place Overall National Duet/Trio Champions, Division 3  A Place for Rosa Parks, 3rd Place National Large Group, Division 4  Come to Jesus/Josie Doss, 6 Place Overall National Champion Solo, Division 2  (Other Platinum Scores: Lord, You’re Holy, Thank Heaven for Little Girls, The Impossible Dream, Freedom to Dance).  Congratulations Madison & Michael!—Madison scored in the top five in the nation in both her acrobatic and ballet auditions at DMA Petite Miss Dance, and was voted Miss Congeniality by her peers. Michael also did great and received two standing ovations during his dance. One 30+ year member stated that she had never seen an audiences reaction such as this in all the years she had been at DMA Nationals.  DINO Christmas Spectacular in Branson! - Congratulations to Michael, Michelle, Payton, Josie, Maci, Sara, Madison, and Jocelyn—who will be in the cast of DINO’s Christmas Spectacular in Branson, Missouri from November 1st through December 7th at the Tri Lakes Center/formerly: Mel Tillis Theatre. This is a dream come true while also being a way to share the love of Jesus to thousands. For Tickets, go to dinoplayspiano.com. Dino has put together a Broadway quality Christmas show full of music and dance appropriate for all ages. You won’t want to miss it!  Word Explosion! Tulsa, Oklahoma—Our dancers ministered in dance at the Sunday, August 13th evening service of Word Explosion at Victory Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma—speaker: John Hagee, service emphasis: Israel (3,000+ in attendance). Thank you to Pastor Billy Joe and Sharon Daugherty. We loved it! Cool Fact: John Hagee used Daphne’s hairspray can!   “Then the Spirit of the Lord lifted me up,  and the Glory of the Lord filled the temple.” Ezekiel 43:5

August News! - Our 14th Season is Here!!

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REGISTRATION DAYS FOR FALL at the studios
Oklahoma City - Fridays, August 4th & 18th
Returning Students: 10:00 AM to Noon , New Students: 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Tulsa - Thurs., Aug. 3rd & 10th - 7 PM to 8 PM / Sat., Aug. 12th, 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
You may also register by mail if it is easier for you. Call or email us and we will send you the form.

DOVE DANCE in DANCE MAGAZINE! - We are honored to be one of four studios in the country in the '06 July Issue of Dance Magazine "Secrets of a Successful Studio." Since 1994, our vision has been to bring Christian dance to the forefront of mainstream dance in this country - allowing parents to send their child to a Christ-centered studio while not comprising technical training. We are no longer just "picturing" this for our students - it has now come to pass. We are excited about the momentum in which our school is being graced. May all of the credit and Glory be to the Lord, who built our schools from the cement up! All applause to Him!

DMA Nationals - Congratulations to "The Passion" 2nd Place Production Grand National Champions! Congratulations to all 41 of our students who attended, ranging in ages between 8 and 17, who came home with between 1 and 4 Platinum Scores. This is a huge accomplishment at a DMA National event - over 700 dance entries at this convention! We are grateful to the Lord for a successful trip.
Other National Finalists:
Sound of Music, 3rd Place Overall National Champion Group, Division 1 & 2 Combined
Holy Ghost Girls, 5th Place Overall National Champion Group, Division 1 & 2 Combined
Stronghold, 4th Place Overall National Duet/Trio Champions, Division 3
A Place for Rosa Parks, 3rd Place National Large Group, Division 4
Come to Jesus/Josie Doss, 6 Place Overall National Champion Solo, Division 2
(Other Platinum Scores: Lord, You're Holy, Thank Heaven for Little Girls, The Impossible Dream, Freedom to Dance).

Congratulations Madison & Michael! - Madison scored in the top five in the nation in both her acrobatic and ballet auditions at DMA Petite Miss Dance, and was voted Miss Congeniality by her peers. Michael also did great and received 2 standing ovations during his dance. One 30+ member stated that she had never seen an audience reaction such as this in all the years she had been at DMA Nationals.

DINO Christmas Spectacular in Branson! - Congratulations to nine of our young dancers who will be in the cast of DINO's Christmas Show in Branson, Missouri from November 1st through December 7th at the Tri Lakes Center/formerly: Mel Tillis Theatre. This is a dream come true while also being a way to share the love of Jesus to thousands. You will all be in our prayers! Ticket information to come!

Word Explosion! Tulsa, Oklahoma - Our dancers will be ministering in dance at the Sunday, August 13th evening service of Word Explosion at Victory Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma - speaker: John Hagee, service emphasis: Israel.

Tuition Comparison: The following comparison is for a family with two dancers who desire to take three classes each (ballet, tap, jazz). Comparison includes all fees, tuition, and costumes for the year. It is our heart at Dove to always be clear & honest about all of our costs and give explanation behind them.
Area studio with free costumes and no family tuition scale -$2,255.00 for one season
Dove Dance School (tuition, reg. fee, recital fee, & costumes) -$1455.00 for one season
Dove Dance Family Saves: $800.00 in one season

"Then the Spirit of the Lord lifted me up,
and the Glory of the Lord filled the temple." Ezekiel 43:5

November - Fall Outreach & News

2006-10-18T20:38:00.000-07:00

Dove Dance at MOMENTUM Conference
We are performing on Saturday, October 21st (Speakers: Joyce Meyer, Tommy Barnett, John BeVere) Hosted by Church of the Harvest on October 19th-21st at 6800 N. Bryant, OKC, OK. To register for the conference, go to http://www.harvestokc.com, or call 405.478.7373 (night services are free).

Children’s Center Outreach Event
Oct. 4
Our dancers were very blessed to enjoy the wonderful audience of children at the Children’s Center.

Oklahoma City Rescue Mission
Oct. 12
Dove Dance ministered in dance at the Children’s Chapel for parents and children alike.

Trinity Baptist Church
Father/Daughter Banquet Oct. 13
Our dancers are honored to be the entertainment for this wonderful night for family.

Baptist Nursing Home Oct. 14
Our dancers enjoyed dancing and spending time with the residents.

DINO Christmas Spectacular in Branson!
Congratulations to Michael, Michelle, Payton, Josie, Maci, Sara, Madison, and Jocelyn – who will be in the cast of DINO’s Christmas Spectacular in Branson, Missouri from November 1st through December 7th at the Tri Lakes Center (formerly Mel Tillis Theatre). This is a dream come true while also being a way to share the love of Jesus to thousands. For tickets, go to http://www.dinoplayspiano.com. Dino has put together a Broadway quality Christmas show full of music and dance appropriate for all ages. You won’t want to miss it!

A Word From Victory Church
“We want to thank Dove Dance again for all the time and effort you all made to bring your entire dance team during Word Explosion! and dance the night of Pastor John Hagee’s ministry. Pastor Hagee was
so moved by it all. He leaned over to tell me some of the symbolism as you danced. We were honored to have you come. God’s anointing was upon everyone involved. It was very touching.
Thank You! Thank You! Thank You!”
-Sharon & Pastor Billy Joe Daugherty, Victory Christian Center