John Cranko School Summer Intensive

Connecticut | Ages 9-15

The John Cranko School SI CT provides expert Vaganova Technique training for serious ballet students (ages 9 - 15 years). Uniquely, the classical ballet repertoire is expanded to include John Cranko’s neoclassical and contemporary repertoire. The John Cranko School teachers offer rigorous pre-professional ballet training through class instruction and a final Showcase. Recognized for preparing dancers for leading European ballet companies, the curriculum is designed to achieve maximum individual progress with a focus on clarity of technique, strength, and musicality. Classes are conducted in English. At the completion of the program, participants receive an assessment from John Cranko School’s Teachers.

The ballet training is supplemented with a full summer experience of on-campus extracurricular activities and off-campus trips. The Program’s overall environment is non-competitive, with an emphasis on teamwork and building a positive, supportive, lasting community of peers.

Dancers from all over the world attend. Residential and day options are available. Participation in non-ballet activities may be limited for day students.

Dancers exhibiting exceptional talent may be recommended for year-round study at the John Cranko School in Stuttgart, Germany.

Michele Lisi

Asst. Program Director

John Cranko School SI CT

Phone: 212-687-6118 ext. 206

mlisi@aseglobalbridges.org

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A showcase at the end of the session gives participants the opportunity to demonstrate the repertoire acquired during the program. While all will be featured, the extent of one’s participation may be based, in part, on merit, in-class participation, and artistic decisions. The schedule of the last week is adjusted to accommodate rehearsals.

July 22 - August 9, 2024
Culminates in a Final Showcase

Three Weeks

Loomis Chaffee School

Housing

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Loomis Chaffee School
Meal Plans
Amenities

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Housing

Windsor, CT

Studios

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The Program takes place on the open campus of the Loomis Chaffee School, in Windsor, CT!

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Studios

Program Staff, Classes, and more

Supervision

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Supervision

The auditions are a great opportunity for dancers and their families to meet Program staff. Respecting that dancers come from different training backgrounds and vary in age, each dancer is evaluated within the context of their individual abilities. Successful candidates demonstrate age-appropriate skills, musicality, commitment to achieving progress, and appreciation for a collaborative environment. As the John Cranko School is in session during the year, local teachers conduct the auditions. During the summer, John Cranko School teachers travel exclusively from Stuttgart for the Program.

Auditions

details & Registration

In Person, Virtual, and Video

John Cranko School SI CT is tailored for serious male and female dancers, ages 9-15. Participants must have prior ballet training. Dancers are expected to be mature, focused on achieving individual progress in ballet, and willing to work hard to obtain progress within the context of a collaborative environment.

Training is conducted through individual participation, observation, interactive participation with other participants, hands-on corrections and demonstrations by John Cranko School’s Teachers. All dancers are expected to moderate the rigor of their training within the context of instruction, which is aimed at assisting participants to achieve individual progress.

Ballet classes are conducted in English, in groups, and organized by age and skill levels.
Level placement may be adjusted during the first few days at the exclusive discretion of the Program.
At the completion of the program, participants receive an assessment from the Teachers.
Dancers exhibiting exceptional talent may be recommended for year-round study at the John Cranko School.

A showcase will be held at the end of the session, giving participants the opportunity to demonstrate the repertoire acquired during the program. While all participants will be featured, the extent of one’s participation in the performance may be based, in part, on merit, in-class participation, and artistic decisions. The schedule of the last week of each session may change to accommodate rehearsals.

Curriculum

Intermediate Level

Classes Consist of:

Classical Technique
Pointe
Repertoire
Male Technique
Organized Warm-up*

Beginner Level

Classes Consist of:

Classical Technique
Pointe/Pre-Pointe
Repertoire
Male Technique
Organized Warm-up*

Supplemental Activities:

In addition to ballet classes, supplemental activities which enhance the ballet training and build a collaborative and fun environment are offered throughout the week. Non-ballet supplemental activities typically include:

Musical Theatre
Russian Language
Swimming
Outdoor Fun
Arts and Crafts, and an off-site trip.

Weekends:

There are no ballet classes on weekends (*1st wk classes may be shifted to Tues-Sat, with Monday allocated for dancer’s placement classes, healthy training workshops, and overall community building programming.)
Private lessons are available for an additional cost.

For resident students, attendance at all supplemental activities is mandatory. For non-resident students, attendance may be limited for supplemental activities.

Options for International Families:
At this time Program is able to recommend only health insurance options. For cancellation insurance, home country options should be considered.

IMG Global, Seven Corners

Options for U.S. Families:

APlus Plans, SquareMouth

Insurance Suggestions

Session Length

A/C Room & Meal Plan

Non-A/C Room* &
Meal Plan

Registration Fee

Additional Fees

3 Weeks

$2,280

$2,080

$150

Offsite Trips

$60

2024 Housing Costs

Session Length

Tuition

Registration Fee

3 Weeks

$2,380

$150

2024 Tuition Costs

Learn more about Tuition and Housing, Enrollment and Payment Deadlines, and the enrollment process.

Enrollment & Costs

Includes; Housing, 3 meals daily and snacks, on-campus activities. Female dancers reside in A/C dorms. *A limited number of non A/C rooms may be available in dorm for male dancers. Rooms are double occupancy, with a limited number of singles which are subject to availability and are typically assigned to older dancers.

Payment Reminders

By check or wire transfer only. Other than payments for the initial audition and/or registration deposit of $150, credit cards are not accepted.
Carefully review your registration invoice for important payment information.

50% of Tuition

Remainder of Tuition

Within 2 weeks of Acceptance

Friday, 4/5/24

2024 Tuition

Please refer to your acceptance letter for detailed enrollment instructions. Upon receipt of an of acceptance, log into your Parent Dashboard and click the Enrollment tab. To reserve your space in the program, kindly be advised of the following deadlines:

Enrollment & Payment Deadlines

50% of Housing

Remainder of Housing

Friday, 3/15/24

Friday, 5/3/24

2024 Housing

Refund Policy

Subject to the Cancellation Period specified in Program's Registration Contract, ASE has a no-refund policy on payments received. There are absolutely no refunds for dismissal from the Program or for voluntary withdrawal. Withdrawal from the Program, 60 days or more prior to the beginning of the 3 week session, due to a severe injury or medical condition unrelated to a pre-existing condition and directly resulting in Participant’s inability to train, may be evaluated on a case by case basis for special consideration of a credit. All special consideration requests will be reviewed in September following the completion of the Program. Audition and Registration Fee payments do not qualify for special consideration requests. It is Participant's responsibility to submit to ASE, in September, written statement of the request, relevant medical documentation, and physician’s attestation that the injury or medical condition is not related to a previously existing condition. Upon receipt of stated information, ASE will determine, in its sole discretion, whether any special consideration will be granted. Requests for session changes are not guaranteed, reviewed on a case by case basis, and are subject to ASE's Refund Policy.(*Good Standing defined as being in compliance with Program's policies, inclusive of, but not limited to payments and form submissions.) Given ASE’s no-refund policy please consider insurance as an option to protect your enrollment costs. Limited information is provided below. All are encouraged to consider other general industry and/or home country channels.

NOTE: ASE is not affiliated with the insurance companies, nor does ASE assume any responsibilities, liabilities or make any representations regarding their products and/or services. This information is offered to all families solely on an OPTIONAL and INFORMATIONAL basis. It is the sole responsibility of each family to obtain full information regarding the costs, terms, coverage and any/all other relevant matters. Please do not contact ASE/John Cranko School SI program staff with any questions regarding the insurance as we are not authorized to make any representations and/or give out information.

AUDITIONS

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John Cranko School Summer Intensive

Connecticut | Ages 9-15

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July 22 - August 9, 2024 Culminates in a Final Showcase

Three Weeks

Housing

Studios

Supervision

ADMISSION IS BY AUDITION ONLY — LEARN MORE!

July 22 - August 9, 2024
Culminates in a Final Showcase