Anonymous
05/24/2023 20:17
Subject: Re:Checking in on TWSB
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:And now the head of the Upper Division is leaving - looks like 4A Summer Intensive will be the end of TWSB for us...need to move on to something more challenging and reliable
What is more challenging in the DC area?
+1
We're interested in this. Maybe one with smaller class sizes. My DD wants to study dance in college and feels as though she's been overlooked. Instructor comments are overwhelmingly positive about her, evaluations all give her high marks, but when it comes to castings she's clearly not in the "in" group that seem to always get chosen. So we're looking for other schools in the area that will help her prepare for her dream college choices and give her more performance opportunities outside of The Nutcracker. Please share!
This was us, left TWSB last year for Seber, and are MUCH happier. DD has progressed so much more in the last year
That's good to know! I'll check them out! My DD is looking for serious training, small class sizes, and individualized approach.
Come to the bright side!
Anonymous
05/24/2023 18:29
Subject: Re:Checking in on TWSB
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:And now the head of the Upper Division is leaving - looks like 4A Summer Intensive will be the end of TWSB for us...need to move on to something more challenging and reliable
What is more challenging in the DC area?
+1
We're interested in this. Maybe one with smaller class sizes. My DD wants to study dance in college and feels as though she's been overlooked. Instructor comments are overwhelmingly positive about her, evaluations all give her high marks, but when it comes to castings she's clearly not in the "in" group that seem to always get chosen. So we're looking for other schools in the area that will help her prepare for her dream college choices and give her more performance opportunities outside of The Nutcracker. Please share!
This was us, left TWSB last year for Seber, and are MUCH happier. DD has progressed so much more in the last year
That's good to know! I'll check them out! My DD is looking for serious training, small class sizes, and individualized approach.
Anonymous
05/24/2023 16:29
Subject: Re:Checking in on TWSB
Avoid. Very expensive and constant pressure to spend more on private lessons. Focus on staying very thin. Not sure how good their placements are fit college or company programs. No boys.
Anonymous
05/24/2023 08:35
Subject: Checking in on TWSB
We are looking at ABA - Akmedova ballet academy. Does anyone have any experience with this school?
Anonymous
05/23/2023 21:51
Subject: Re:Checking in on TWSB
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:And now the head of the Upper Division is leaving - looks like 4A Summer Intensive will be the end of TWSB for us...need to move on to something more challenging and reliable
What is more challenging in the DC area?
Maryland Youth Ballet
Anonymous
05/22/2023 22:15
Subject: Re:Checking in on TWSB
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:And now the head of the Upper Division is leaving - looks like 4A Summer Intensive will be the end of TWSB for us...need to move on to something more challenging and reliable
What is more challenging in the DC area?
+1
We're interested in this. Maybe one with smaller class sizes. My DD wants to study dance in college and feels as though she's been overlooked. Instructor comments are overwhelmingly positive about her, evaluations all give her high marks, but when it comes to castings she's clearly not in the "in" group that seem to always get chosen. So we're looking for other schools in the area that will help her prepare for her dream college choices and give her more performance opportunities outside of The Nutcracker. Please share!
This was us, left TWSB last year for Seber, and are MUCH happier. DD has progressed so much more in the last year
Anonymous
05/22/2023 14:55
Subject: Re:Checking in on TWSB
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:And now the head of the Upper Division is leaving - looks like 4A Summer Intensive will be the end of TWSB for us...need to move on to something more challenging and reliable
What is more challenging in the DC area?
+1
We're interested in this. Maybe one with smaller class sizes. My DD wants to study dance in college and feels as though she's been overlooked. Instructor comments are overwhelmingly positive about her, evaluations all give her high marks, but when it comes to castings she's clearly not in the "in" group that seem to always get chosen. So we're looking for other schools in the area that will help her prepare for her dream college choices and give her more performance opportunities outside of The Nutcracker. Please share!
Anonymous
05/16/2023 20:37
Subject: Re:Checking in on TWSB
Anonymous wrote:And now the head of the Upper Division is leaving - looks like 4A Summer Intensive will be the end of TWSB for us...need to move on to something more challenging and reliable
What is more challenging in the DC area?
Anonymous
05/14/2023 18:42
Subject: Re:Checking in on TWSB
Any word on who will be replacing Julie Kent and the upper division head?
Anonymous
05/14/2023 11:24
Subject: Re:Checking in on TWSB
And now the head of the Upper Division is leaving - looks like 4A Summer Intensive will be the end of TWSB for us...need to move on to something more challenging and reliable
Anonymous
04/23/2023 22:58
Subject: Re:Checking in on TWSB
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Bored in Level 4A - sucking DDs former love for ballet...it is SLOW...classes are HUGE - almost 30, few opportunities, and feels like no progress all year. We will either leave or give up dance all together.
This is our issue in level 3. Daughter does not feel challenged and said she sent her personal gains are minimal. I think she’s used to a stricter regimen. I’m not sure what’s expected at this level. Because I work in Va, my sister does drop off and husband picks up.
Does anybody have experience with the summer program? After attending other summer intensives I’m nervous about continuing (although this option breast fits our life right now.
Thanks
Anonymous
04/23/2023 22:49
Subject: Re:Checking in on TWSB
Anonymous wrote:Bored in Level 4A - sucking DDs former love for ballet...it is SLOW...classes are HUGE - almost 30, few opportunities, and feels like no progress all year. We will either leave or give up dance all together.
This is our issue in level 3. Daughter does not feel challenged and said she sent her personal gains are minimal. I think she’s used to a stricter regimen. I’m not sure what’s expected at this level. Because in work in Va, my sister dies drop off and husband picks up.
Does anybody have experience with the summer program? After attending other summer intensives I’m nervous about continuing (although this option breast fits our life right now.
Thanks
Anonymous
04/11/2023 19:25
Subject: Re:Checking in on TWSB
Anonymous wrote:Except those professional dancers are not being produced by TWSB, at least not in the pre-PTP levels. PTPA has been pretty much entirely filled with dancers from the outside; current TWSB students don't stand a chance given the large class sizes and slow pace at the lower levels. Many of the better students leave for smaller, more intense studios long before they get to PTP, with some retuning at a higher level.
Who is producing them? Which studios in the DC area are smaller and more intense?
Anonymous
04/10/2023 09:36
Subject: Checking in on TWSB
Anonymous wrote:No news yet. I wouldn't be surprised if XR plays the role of interim AD... Seems like they're having trouble finding a replacement.
No way, that would be a disaster. Remember, XR was originally brought on board to be head of school but that was not working out so she became head of PTP, probably for the same salary and perks, but way fewer responsibilities. I don't see how she could manage all the admin and work involved in the AD position.
Anonymous
04/09/2023 22:10
Subject: Checking in on TWSB
Anonymous wrote:No news yet. I wouldn't be surprised if XR plays the role of interim AD... Seems like they're having trouble finding a replacement.
Oh dear, that would be the final nail in that coffin. Why can't they get it together? smh