Performance
We learn to let go of Perfection
So we can enjoy the Process.
As we enjoy the Process
We become Present
Finding the true magic of Performance.
Become a cast member of NOVA's production Sing and Swing, an empowering set of stories that encourage us to find our voice and joy through the midst of life’s hardships.
Rehearsals run from April 2 - May 27. No absences please, but if unavoidable up to 1 absence can be approved by the director. (msg our text line for approval before booking)
Other required dates include:
Sat, May 24th, 9:00 - 1:00 pm - full run-through in studio
May 28th & May 29th 5:00 - 7:00 pm - Blocking Rehearsal @ Beach Church auditorium
Fri, May 30th 4:00 - 7:00 pm Dress Rehearsal and Show @ Beach Church auditorium
Registration Deadline is Wed, March 19th!
$189
✔️ 8 classes and theater rehearsals
✔️ Learn show choreography
✔️ Get tips and tricks for improving your performance skills
✔️ Costume included!
✔️ Video of the show included
*Costume Portrait Pictures are not included
10% OFF for all current Adult Academy members and All Access Members!
automatically applied at checkout
Choose your performance group...
Registration Deadline is Wed, March 19th!
ADULT CONTEMPORARY LYRICAL
Beginner - Intermediate Dancers
Choreographer: Joanna Mizesko
Joanna began dance training in Wilmington, NC at the age of 9 when movement was introduced to her as a form of worship. With training in modern, contemporary, & classical ballet, she danced in high school & earned a B.A. in Dance from Belhaven University in Jackson, MS. She and her husband moved to Grenada, West Indies where she danced & taught in St. George’s, Grenada before moving back to Jacksonville. Her heart is in creating a movement that inspires others to seek Christ, and she is the Director of Selah Dance Company. When not dancing, she’s a stay-at-home-homeschooling-mom of 5.
Sundays 3:00 - 4:00 PM
This piece is to the song "You're Not Lost" by JJ Heller.
Adult Ballet
Beginner - Intermediate Dancers
Choreographer: Hannah Kaemmer
Hannah began taking ballet classes at the age of 4. Since then, her love for dance has only grown! As she moved around the country in adolescence and adulthood, she has taken classes with many teachers and varieties of ballet styles and is trained in Pointe and Modern. She has performed multiple roles in The Nutcracker Ballet, Swan Lake, Don Quixote, Peter Pan, Aladdin, and The Jungle Book. Before joining the NOVA team in 2022, Hannah taught ballet in YMCA classes, private home lessons, and more.
Sundays 7:00 - 8:00 PM
This piece is to the song "Letter to My High School Self" by JJ Heller.
ADULT BALLET
Beginner - Intermediate Dancers
Choreographer: Aubrey Van Benthem
Aubrey received her formal dance training from a ballet conservatory in her hometown of New Mexico. She danced with a pre-professional company from the time she was 12. She has a BSED in education from Northern Arizona University and has used her skills as a classroom educator, curriculum designer, and instructional trainer to bring new ideas to dance. Aubrey has studied nutrition, yoga, bio-functional movement, physiotherapy, and personal training to train young athletes and dancers. Her passion is to provide dancers and adults alike with effective skills to awaken their body, mind, and soul, and fall in love with movement. Aubrey is an ABT-certified instructor, trained pointe shoe fitter, and RYT with advanced training in yin, biofunctional, and embodied yoga. NOVA's signature class, Functional Yoga™ was developed by Aubrey along with NOVA's Athletic Training for Dancers™ curriculum.
Mondays 10:30 - 11:30 AM
This piece is to the song "Always Remember to Never Forget" by Christy Nockels.
Adult Tap
Beginner - Intermediate Dancers
Choreographer: Maria Tucker
Maria Tucker began her love affair with the arts at the age of twelve, studying with and being mentored by Zetta (Shook) Alderman. She received scholarships to Gus Giordano Dance Center in Evanston, IL, and the University of Arizona, School of Dance in Tucson, AZ. She has been performing, teaching, collaborating, and creating for more than 20 years; with credits including Royal Caribbean Entertainment, Busch Gardens, Bodyvox, Northwest Dance Project, Broadway Rose Theatre Company, Oregon Children's Theatre, and Colorado Jazz Dance Company. For more info: www.marialynntucker.com
Mondays 6:45 - 7:45 PM
This piece is to the song "Beautiful Life" by Bebe Rexha.
ADULT JAZZ
Beginner - Intermediate Dancers
Choreographer: Lexie Bristol
Saturdays 1:30 - 2:30 PM
This piece is to the song "Get Back Your Fight" by Sarah Reeves.
THD
THD will be hosting 2-weekend performance opportunities at NOVA.
The experience is one weekend of rehearsals and filming of a Three Heart Dance video that will be featured in their Season 10 Concert!
Dancers will learn from THD Director, Lexie Bristol and guest choreographers in a welcoming, fast-paced, & creative atmosphere full of story-building, journaling, improv activities, and CHOREOGRAPHY.
This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity for ALL dancers looking to grow their training, and performance quality, and build relationships with local dancers!
RECREATIONAL EXPERIENCE
Beginner/Intermediate Dancers Ages 18+
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Intermediate/Advanced Level Dancers Ages 16+
Registration Deadline is Wed, March 19th!
Darla Hernandez Starry Night, 2024
Performance Portraits
Saturday, May 24th, 2025
Time slots: TBA
Professional photography portraits during Dress Rehearsal by Kelly Martucci Photography! (see example picture)
Check out her website HERE.
Photos will be taken at NOVA with a backdrop provided.
*If you have more than one costume,
choose one costume you'd like to be photographed in.
Photos will be professionally chosen and edited by Kelly & emailed to a private online gallery.
Pricing below:
3 digital photos for $50
5 digital photos for $100
Prints are not included but can be purchased separately on your own via the online gallery.
Sign-ups coming soon.
Invoice must be paid in full before picture day
and is non-refundable.
