SDSD Newsletter: July 2022
Hello Stage Door Dancers, Families, and Friends,

It's officially summer here at Stage Door School of Dance, and summer classes begin today, July 11!

I'd like to start by thanking all of our SDSD dancers, teachers, staff. families, and friends for yet another incredible performance at our June Recital 'There's No Place Like Home'! Every year, I am blown away by the performances and the pure joy our dancers bring to the stage. After several years away from Staller Center, to see our dancer's hit the spotlight and deliver some of the best performances we have ever seen is nothing short of inspiring. Thank you!!!

While our summer dance program begins today, we opened our summer doors a bit earlier this year to launch our two brand-new summer programs, Fine Arts Club and Summer Day Camp! Both programs will be returning this summer so be sure to read more below about these incredible opportunities that are already filling up!

This month's highlights include:

With enrollment for both summer and fall now open, we encourage you to secure your spots on the SDSD dance floor now, so we can continue supporting your dancer through their incredible dance journey.

If you have questions regarding Fine Arts Club, fall classes, summer classes, day camp, our free trials, the studio, or your Stage Door School of Dance experience, please feel encouraged to reach out to info@stagedoordancer.com, call (631) 654-8858, or stop by the studio during business hours. We are always eager to connect with you!

Thank you all again for choosing Stage Door School of Dance as your dance family.

Let's get our summer together started on the right foot – or left foot, depending on the choreography!

Always with gratitude and love,
Mary Giattino
Studio owner & Lead Educator
DATES TO REMEMBER
July 11: Summer Dance Begins
July 13: Fine Arts Club Summer Session Begins
July 30: Bellport Day Festival
August 13: Bellport Dock Show
August 15-19: Summer Day Camp & Fine Arts Club August Session Begins
September 16: 2022-2023 Dance Season Begins
Did you catch SDSD at the Patchogue Lion's Fourth of July Parade? Watch the video above to feel the magic of the day! Be sure to join us at our two additional FREE SUMMER EVENTS coming up.

Upcoming Free SDSD Events:

BELLPORT DAY FESTIVAL: July 30 @ TBD
Join us on the streets of Bellport Village on July 30 as our SDSD Elite Company dancers dazzle you with some of their best 2022 performances! Learn more about the Bellport Day Festival – here. 

BELLPORT DOCK SHOW: August 13 @ 8pm
Stage Door produces an annual outdoor, free performance every summer featuring our SDSD Elite Company Dancers, SDSD Select Dancers, Hip Hop Performance Dancers, and additional special guests. Be sure to join us for this free performance at the bandshell located at the Bellport Dock on August 13 beginning at 8pm. Bring your lawn chairs, snacks, and applause as this is one of the most fun events Stage Door produces in our entire dance season!
FINE ARTS CLUB NOW ALL SUMMER & FALL
After a successful launch, Stage Door School of Dance is thrilled to add our Fine Arts Club to the entire Summer 2022 season and open enrollment for our Fall, Winter, and Spring sessions!

What is Fine Arts Club? Fun and active learning for preschoolers that develops social skills and talents at a young age. Children will enjoy dance, yoga, fitness, music, art, and drama with imagination and creativity leading the way.

The goal of the program is to enhance each child’s overall development by advancing motor skills and improving social, cognitive, and emotional awareness. This is your child’s opportunity to develop confidence, spark imagination and inspire creativity.

Summer Session Options:
  • WEEKLY (NEW!): July 13 – August 10. Wednesdays @ 9:15am – 11:15am, 1 class per week
  • FULL WEEK: August 15 – 19 M-F @ 11:30am – 1:30pm, 1 class per day

Fall, Winter, Spring Options:
Tuesdays and/or Wednesdays 9:15am – 11:15am
  • Session 1: September 13 – December 6
  • Session 2: December 13 – March 14
  • Session 3: March 21 – June 20

Please note: Fall / Winter / Spring Fine Arts Club will operate in 12 week sessions. Enrollment in the full 12 week session is required. Parents may choose to enroll in one or two days per week.

Enjoy a sneak peek by watching the attached video, and visit stagedoordancer.com/fineartsclub to enroll today!

Summer Session begins next week on July 13, so be sure to secure your club member's spot ASAP.

AUGUST SUMMER DAY CAMP
Our campers had an absolute blast in our June SDSD Summer Day Camp. Now's your chance to join us for our August edition!

Our Summer Day Camp for dancers in grades 1-7 is the perfect place to keep your camper active, social, and away from screens for the week. Campers will work on dance fundamentals, learn new choreography each day, enjoy arts, crafts, games, and a Grand Finale in-studio performance for family at the end of the week.

These week-long day camps will have your dancer toe-tapping, finger-snapping, leaping, and turning from 9am to 3pm Monday through Friday alongside other dancers in their age group culminating in an end-of-camp, in-studio performance!

Next camp session: August 15-19

SUMMER OR FALL CLASSES TO CONSIDER
Classes begin July 11, 2022
Classes begin September 16, 2022
JOIN THE SDSD CREW
Watch a short informational video from Director, SDSD Crew, Ms. Stephanie Vertichio-Brennan.
SDSD Crew: Enrolling for Summer & Fall
Stage Door School of Dance is proud to offer the SDSD Crew Program, an open-enrollment competitive dance team program for ALL dancers ages 5-17. No audition required.

SDSD Crew Teams:
  • Liberty: Ages 5-7
  • Carnegie: Ages 8-10
  • Rockefeller: Ages 11-12
  • Empire: Ages 13-17
  • Hip Hop Crew I: Ages 5-8
  • Hip Hop Crew II: Ages 9-12
  • Hip Hop Crew III: Ages 13-17

(Age as of September 1, 2022)
NEW & RESTOCKED ITEMS
Be sure to visit StageDoorDancer.com to view our 2021-2022 schedule, learn more about our studio and teachers, COVID-19 protocols, and even register for additional classes! Like us on Facebook and check us out on Instagram at @StageDoorDancer. If you have any questions, be sure to call us at 631.654.8858 or email us at info@stagedoordancer.com.
HEALTH & SAFETY: As of March 2, 2022, FACE MASKS ARE OPTIONAL for all dancers, families, staff, and faculty entering the building or participating in classes. Use of hand sanitizing stations, social distancing, and limited physical contact are still strongly encouraged. Our health and safety policies, practices, and procedures are subject to change pending the immediate COVID-19 situation. We will continue to diligently communicate any updates with our staff, families, and clients as swiftly as possible. Thank you for your patience and assistance as we continue to navigate the situation as a community.