Where did summer go?

     At the end of every summer there is always the usual question of Where did summer go?  Hosting Fall Registration these past two weeks is definitely another sign that summer is indeed coming to an end.  Let's not forget the other familiar saying of Time flies when you're having fun!  DXP has had plenty of fun this summer to keep busy...volunteer performances at long-term care facilities, The Continental, and other community events; Children's Art Festival; fundraisers for our performance on a cruise to the Bahamas; and attending TOP's National Dance Competition.

     There are some things that are just as much work as they are fun! Our students have been working extremely hard this summer to improve their dance skills.  Technique and Tumbling sessions were available all summer for students who wanted to push themselves to a new level.  Their dedication amazes us as some students just never need a break from dance! DXP also held a variety of summer camps and workshops such as, Princess Camp, Hip Hop, Tap, and Creative Movement.  We had the privilege of welcoming Grant Chenok to our studio.  Grant traveled all the way from California and the kids really enjoyed his enthusiasm and passion for dance.  It was great to watch our dancers have so much confidence, even in the face of a stranger!

     Even after all of that, our summer activities are not over! A handful of our students choose to participate in the Bill Riley Talent Search that takes place all over Iowa.  We currently have four acts that have qualified for the State Fair!  As Renae danced for the Bill Riley show when she was younger, it has become a tradition for some of our dancers as well.  One of our dancers has made it to the State Fair almost every year since she was six (she is now 11) and we couldn't be happier for all she has accomplished.  It is such a great experience for our dancers to represent Centerville in front of such a big crowd.  DXP also has their own showtime at the Iowa State Fair.  This year we will be performing at the Susan Knapp stage on Sunday, August 15th at 9:00am.  If you plan on attending our performance, stick around for the Bill Riley show that day.  Brynn Bailey will be competing in the Sprout Division that day. Our tap group, L.A. Girls, will be competing in the Junior Division, and our tap duet, Imma Be, will be competing in the Senior Division.  The next day, our soloist Maddie Kirkland will be competing in the Sprout Division.  (August 16th)

     As sad as we are to see summer coming to an end, we couldn't be happier for the new dance season to start.  Fall Registration was a blast and it was great to see so many new faces this year!  Judging from the huge order of dance apparel that we placed, our students will definitely be decked out and ready to go for that first day of class.

     We hope everyone has a great last few weeks of summer! If you happened to miss registration, please call 641.856.5954 for more information!