A Pre-Kindergarten - Grade 12 co-educational independent day school in Westchester County, New York

Cedar Street Dance Company

Cedar Street is a student dance company comprising Rye Country Day School's most serious and dedicated dancers. The company values technique, passion, hard work, expression, innovation, and creativity. Members work together to enhance the community through dance and performance, bringing attention to the artistry and athleticism of dance.

Cedar Street Apprenticeship

A Cedar Street Apprenticeship is a yearlong member status in which students work towards gaining the necessary technical and performance skills to become a full member. These apprenticeships are given to students who display great potential in their technique and performance, but still can benefit from building upon their current skill set. Apprentices are required to be present at all rehearsals, always learning whatever choreography is being set. They are expected to partake in technique classes throughout the school year with Mrs. Zanon. Additionally, apprentices perform with the company for different events over the course of the year in varying degrees, with the potential to earn their full membership for the following year. At the end of the first year of an apprenticeship, dancers are evaluated to determine whether they will enter the next year as a company member or maintain their apprentice status. An apprenticeship is a great opportunity to be a part of the company while allowing for progress and growth over time.

Requirements for Membership

The Cedar Street Dance Company membership entails a full year, three-season commitment to Cedar Street Dance. Students who accept membership into the company may not play seasonal sports.

 

All members/apprentices are required to:

  • Attend weekly rehearsals on Thursdays from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. in the fall and winter.
  • Rehearse from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. on Wednesdays AND Thursdays in the spring season, plus two Saturday rehearsals, 12:00 to 5:00 p.m., to prepare for the concert.
  • Perform in the Spring Dance Concert.
  • Take a yearlong dance technique class, either through Art Elective or P.E. Dance.
    * For example, taking the Art Elective dance class covers this alone. If you do not take that class, then the expectation is that you dance in P.E. classes throughout the fall, winter, and spring seasons for continuity. This is especially important for the spring season in which Cedar Street prepares for the dance concert.
  • Be on time and prepared for all rehearsals. Absences must be made known in advance.
    * Members/apprentices who miss rehearsal will not be guaranteed a spot in whatever movement is set that particular day

All members/apprentices must

  • Treat one another with respect
  • Work as an ensemble, knowing that each member and apprentice contributes something unique and important to the company.
  • Think about and review all choreography taught to ensure seamless rehearsals.

All members/apprentices are encouraged to

  • Audition and take part in the Upper School Musical to broaden their dance experience at RCDS.