SKDC Boot Camp XXV - Puttin' on the Ritz!
Sun Feb 2, 2025 1:00 PM - Sun Feb 23, 2025 2:30 PM
Russian Community Center of Seattle, 98122
Description
Get ready to razzle-dazzle in this high-energy jazz dance class, inspired by the glitz and glamour of the Roaring Twenties and Thirties!
We’re talkin' all about Puttin' on the Ritz, doll—where snappy footwork, sharp moves, and that hotcha style will have you feeling like you’re ready for the big screen. Join the Sister Kate Dance Company for a BRAND NEW 4-week class experience, where students will learn a classic 1930s-1940s style chorus line choreography to perform for the public.
Song: Puttin' on the Ritz by Fred Astaire
Over the course of 4 weeks, you will:
- Learn an original choreography, choreographed by a Sister Kate dancer
- Work on performance presence on stage
- Connect with other eager and enthusiastic dancers in town
- Perform the routine (in person unless Covid safety dictates otherwise) in front of a live audience
WHO IS INVITED
Anyone (21+) who is happy to wear the “team costume” is WELCOME to take part; all genders welcome, you only need to wear the team costume as planned for everyone!
WHEN and WHERE
Classes are at the Russian Community Center of Seattle on Capitol Hill (main ballroom)
704 19th Ave E, Seattle, WA 98122
CLASS DATES & TIMES
- Sunday, Feb 2: 1:00pm-2:30pm (PST)
- Sunday, Feb 9, 16, 23: 1:30pm-2:30pm (PST)
STUDENT PERFORMANCE
- Wednesday, Feb 26th at Swing It Seattle's dance (at the Polish Association Home on Capitol Hill)
COST
$95 per dancer, for 4.5+ hours of instruction, performance prep, and additional review material after class.
- We have Sliding Scale Tickets available for those that would like to take the class but are restricted by financial limitations.
- Pre-registration for this class is REQUIRED for attendance.
WHAT WILL I WEAR?
DURING CLASSES
Wear anything comfy that you can move and sweat in. We recommend that you wear the shoes you will perform in so you are accustomed to how they will feel.
- Please plan to spend around $25-35 on costume items. Reach out if you need any sort of additional financial support to make that happen.
- Students of this class series will borrow a top hat and cane during class time.
PERFORMANCE
Students will be asked to purchase the following blouse from Amazon. This blouse comes in sizes XS-XL.
You will pair it with whichever solid black knee-length skirt that you like. Skirts that are slightly above the knee are fine as well.
Shoes: We also ask that all students wear some sort of black t-strap character shoe heel. We recommend either Bloch brand or Capezio (1.5-2" is best). If you have wider feet, we recommend the Bloch, as the leather is very soft. The good news is that we wear these shoes for 99% of our boot camps, so it really is a one time investment.
Need more info? Feel free to reach out!