Dance
Disclaimer
By registering for Ethiopian Kids Community Dance Class I understand that there are inherent risks of serious injury with dance activities. I hereby, intending to be legally bound, for myself, my heirs, and assigns, waive and release forever any and all liability, and all claims for damages against Ethiopian Kids Community, its staff, board of directors, teachers, choreographers, and all employees for any and all injuries and/or losses that I/my son/my daughter may sustain associated with my child’s participation in Ethiopian Kids Community activities. I authorize Ethiopian Kids Community volunteers/staff to obtain necessary medical care for myself/my son/my daughter. Pictures and video taken at the dance class and dance related events may be used on promotional materials for Ethiopian Kids Community and posted on the internet so kids can see their practice videos at home. I agree to abide by the policies of Ethiopian Kids Community.
Parent Infomation:
Classes will take place at Sabathani Community Center in Minneapolis.
310 E 38th St
Minneapolis, MN 55409-1300
(612) 827-5981
What to wear for class:
Kids should wear sweatpants or shorts and a t-shirt. Kids should wear tennis shoes with non-marking soles but may be dancing barefoot. We will provide the girls with a scarf to wrap around their waist just for practice in the dance studio.
Traditional Clothing:
Boys-We ask that boys have white pants and a long sleeve white t-shirt for the dance recital at Genna.
Girls-We ask that girls have a traditional Ethiopian dress with the scarf for the dance recital.
Recital:
Kids in the Spring/Summer session of dance class will dance at the EKC Summer Mehaber on July 10th, 2010.
Attendance:
It is very important for your child to attend all of the dance sessions so their instructor can work with the choreography for the recital. If your child is unable to attend a session please let your instructor know in advance.
About EKC Dance Classes
Children learn traditional dances from Ethiopia. As the children grow and continue from one session to the next they learn to perfect their previous moves and add more complex dance steps to their routines.
About our Teachers
Classes are taught by Anteneh (AT) and Henok, members of the Ethiopian Dance Troupe Andenet.
About Anteneh
AT has been dancing since he was a child. AT is the founding member of Andenet. Anteneh attends classes at the University of Minnesota where he also serves on the Board of the Ethiopian Student Association. When AT is not attending classes at the U or teaching dance he works at United Hospital.
About Henok
Henok has been dancing since he was a teenager. Henok has a passion for the arts and young people. Henok works for Regions Hospital. In his spare time he enjoys dancing and producing movies.
Preschoolers who are 4 & 5 will enjoy 45 minutes of Ethiopian movement and music. They will start by learning the very basics of Ethiopian cultural dancing and quickly progress learning new moves required for different cultural dances. The students will have 10 rehearsals that lead up to their big show at the Ethiopian Kids Community Summer Mehaber on the stage of the International Bazaar at the State Fairgrounds.
Time: 10:30 - 11:15
Place: Sabathani Community Center*
Cost: $80
*location subject to change during the summer months
Before registering please read the disclaimer and parent information below.
Elementary Students will enjoy an hour of Ethiopian cultural dancing. Students will learn a variety of dances and work on mastery of movements. Students will dance at the Ethiopian Kids Community Summer Mehaber at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds and also may dance at other Ethiopian cultural events that take place around the Twin Cities.
Time: 11:30 - 12:30
Place: Sabathani Community Center*
Cost: $100.00
*location subject to change during the summer months
Before registering please read the disclaimer and parent information below.
Spring/Summer Dance Class Schedule
Saturday, April 24th
NO DANCE JUNE 12th
NO DANCE JUNE 12thSaturday, May 1st Saturday, June 19th
Saturday, June 19thNO DANCE MAY 8th Saturday, June 26th
Saturday, June 26thSaturday, May 15thNO DANCE JULY 3rd
NO DANCE JULY 3rdSaturday, May 22ndDress Rehearsal Thursday, July 8th
Dress Rehearsal Thursday, July 8thSaturday, May 29thMehaber Show Saturday, July 10th
Mehaber Show Saturday, July 10thSaturday, June 5th
Need more information: Contact Kate Fairchild
