DLDA Night of the Stars 2022 | Friday June 10th

THANK YOU TO OUR AMAZING TEACHERS! Denise, Mohogany, Wendy, Tammy, Paige, Shannon, Sara, Christina, Carole, Brooklynn, Melissa, Lauren and Raff. Through it all you have continued to teach with dedication, passion and love.

You are an incredible group of teachers and we could not have done it without each and every one of you!

Thank you to our amazing supply teachers who stepped in during our competitive season and kept things running so seamlessly.

Holly, Sara, Cora and Kristen, you are so appreciated!

Denise, our incredible founder, this is all possible because of your vision and love for dance 50 years ago! Simply, thank you.

LOVE YOU ALL, SUZIE

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR NEW MODERN ASSOCIATES. Ella, Katie and Kaitlyn.

WHAT AN INCREDIBLE ACCOMPLISHMENT!

IT’S TIME FOR OUR VERY SPECIAL 50TH CURTAIN CALL! First and foremost, we would like to thank our teachers, students, and dance families for the past three years. When faced with challenges, you see who shows up and who is on your side. As a community, we have all stuck together and weathered the storm of uncertainty and change.

Your patience and perseverance were rewarded by seeing our competitive teams get back on stage, live and in-person as we competed in three competitions this year! Our recreational groups also had an amazing season. Their energy was palpable. We are thrilled to have our competitive teams’ and recreational groups here to once again grace the stage for you all.

Behind the scenes we would like to extend a special thank you to the people who dedicate their time, energy and worked so hard without any need for recognition. You do not go unnoticed.

Our Super Prop dad, Rob and partner in crime Donna, were back in action. They made sure every prop was where it needed to be, the prop truck was always on time and props and truck were returned safely. Rosella, always stepping up with last minute alterations, whipping together a needed costume and creating beautiful pieces for our dancers, we are grateful for all that you do.

We were thrilled to return to full competition format in April. Our teachers and competitive teams did us proud (again) and amazed us with their talents. We are proud to share our multitude of overalls, special awards, scholarships and Choreographers awards including: • • • • •

Northern Lights - Int. Allstar Beat Dance off Finalists Light me up - Sr. Allstar Beat Dance finalists Isabella Sanchez - Sr. Superstar Soloist Title of the competition Jocelyn Thibault - Int. Superstar Soloist Title of the competition Our Scholarship Recipients: Sierra Makarchuk, Isabella Sanchez, Mia Scrivano, Jocelyn Thibault, Emmersyn Gilbert

Each one of our student’s amaze’s us and should be very proud of themselves. Congratulations to all of you, and to those students who completed their dance exams.

Here’s to an incredible show!

ACCOMPLISHMENTS FOR THE YEAR •

Our biggest accomplishment is proudly making it through these past few years together and to be back on stage!!!

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Congratulations to Lauren to have landed her first Cruise ship contract dancing and entertaining on the Mariner of the Seas!

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Did you get the chance to see our very own Mohogany dancing for the North Side Crew for the Toronto Raptors? You definitely represented us at every game!

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Also representing at the Raptors games was our hip hop star Rebecca performing with the Jr Raptors Dance Pak for a fifth year! What a thrill once again!

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Our beautiful ballerina Sierra will be attending the National Ballet School Summer Program for the month of July! What an experience it will be!

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Welcome back to Sara who after a very serious injury that could have ended her performance career, completed her entire cruise ship contract aboard the Celebrity Apex and is now back home creating her magic in the classroom!

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We were very happy to be back performing for our community at Pickering Artfest this May and look forward to getting back to more community performances this year!

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We are all very excited for you to sit back, relax and enjoy the show!

The creative minds of our teachers will be on display, as our talented dancers bring the choreography to life. Our aim is to both amaze and entertain you! The beautiful and brilliant costumes which start out as creative ideas in our minds are all brought to life with the help of Rosella of Dance with Me and our very own teachers.

From all of the teachers, we would once again like to thank each and every dancer and parent for a wonderful year. We have enjoyed working with your children and hope you have an amazing and relaxing summer. As time passes by so quickly, enjoy these special moments!

1. Kiss

Mohogany

Triple Diamond Award, Diamond, Platinum, High Gold, 1st, 2nd

2. Rise Up

Mohogany

“Well Rehearsed and Polished” Award Diamond x 2, High Gold, 1st, 2nd x 2

3. Emergency

Brooklynn

Platinum x 2, High Gold, 1st x 2, 2nd

4. Phoenix/Izzy/Scarlett - “A smile like yours”

Carole

“Show does go on” Special Award Diamond, High Gold x 2, 1st, 2nd x 2

5. In the Mood

Carole

Diamond, Platinum, High Gold, 1st x 3

6. World Gone Crazy

Denise

“Full Concept” Award, Diamond x 2, High Gold, 1st x 3

7. Bouncin’ Ballerinas - Monday

Wendy

Our beautiful, petite ballerinas! Pure Happiness!!

8. Maia - “Bad”

Sara/Suzie

“Simply Style” Award Platinum x 2, High Gold, 1st

9. Connor - “The kids are finally asleep”

Connor

3rd overall Musical Theatre Solo, Platinum - 1st

10. It’s Still Rock n’ Roll Choreography Award Diamond, Platinum, High Gold, 2nd x 3

Shannon

11. Sparkle and Shine

Wendy

High Gold x 2, Gold, 1st, 2nd

12. Grace - “Storm”

Tammy

“Cool Shapes” Award, “Creative Control” Award Diamond, Platinum, High gold, 1st x 2, 2nd

13. Musical Theatre - “I like to fuss”

Wendy

14. Ella - “See you later”

Wendy

Diamond, Platinum, High Gold, 2nd

15. Valerie

Maria/Denise

Choreography Award, 1st Overall Int Group 3rd Overall 13/14 Group, Judges Choice Award, All Starbeat Platinum, Triple Diamond, Diamond High Gold, 1st x 3

16. Julietta - “Rhythm of the Night”

Paige

Diamond, Platinum, High Gold, 2nd, 3rd

17. Pre Acro - Wednesday - “Happy”

Brooklynn

18. Surf Crazy

Mohogany

“Pint Sized Professionals” Award Diamond, High Gold x 2, 1st, 2nd, 3rd

19. Int Contemporary - “When the party’s over” Brooklynn 20.Jr Lyrical - “Dancing Queen" 21. Light Me Up

Brooklynn Tammy

Sr Dance Off Competition, 3rd Overall Acro Group 3rd Overall 15/16 group, Triple Diamond, Diamond All Starbeat Platinum, Dynamic Gold, 1st x 2, 2nd

22. Cierra/Julietta/Isabella - “Hello Friend” Diamond, Platinum, High Gold, 1st, 2nd x 2

Shannon

23. When you’re an Adams

Suzie

Platinum x 2, High Gold, 1st x 3

24. Kaitlyn - “Miss You”

Paige

“Spot on turns” Award Diamond, Platinum, High Gold, 2nd

25. Int/Sr Acro - “A little party”

Shannon

26. Isabella Sanchez - “Come fly with me”

Tammy

Sr Superstar Soloist, 1st Overall Acro soloist, “Total Technique” Award, Scholarship recipient, All Starbeat Platinum, Triple Diamond Award, Diamond, Dynamic Gold, 1st x 2, 3rd

27. Up

Mohogany

3rd Overall Line Triple Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Dynamic Gold, 2nd x 3

―Intermission ― 1. Northern Lights

Tammy

Int Dance Off Competitor, 2nd Overall Acro Group “Teamwork” Award, All Starbeat Platinum, Triple Diamond, Diamond, Dynamic Gold, 1st x 2, 2nd

2. Natalie/Hanah - “Rockin’ Robin”

Suzie

“Most Promising” Award Diamond, Platinum, High Gold, 1st, 3rd

3. Rebecca - “Suit and Tie”

Maria/Suzie

“Style” Award, Triple Diamond, Diamond, Scholarship recipient, Platinum, High Gold, 1st x 3

4. Ella/Connor/Grace - “Mama, I’m a big girl now” Platinum x 2, High Gold, 2nd, x 2, 3rd

Paige

5. Gettin’ Jiggy with it

Melissa

Diamond, High Gold x 2, 1st, 2nd

6. Wasted Time

Lindsay/Suzie

Triple Diamond, Diamond Platinum, High Gold, 1st, 2nd x 2

―Let the Celebrations Begin!― 7. Sr Hip Hop - Mash Up 8. Ballet/Acro Combo - “Shake it” 9. Jr Jazz - “Time to Celebrate” 10. 1Fusion Acro - “Get Ready” 11. Advanced Tap - “Closer” 12. Grade 2 Ballet - “Clocks” 13. Grade 1 Ballet - “Wedding” 14. Dancin’ Divas - “I just want to be happy” 15. Pointe - “Celebration” 16. Mini Acro - “Shake your groove thing” 17. Int Jazz - “Dance with somebody”

Raff Mohogany Brooklynn Mohogany Carole Suzie Denise Wendy Suzie Mohogany Brooklynn

18. Isabella R - “Destination Moon”

Carole

9th Overall Novice Solo Diamond, Platinum, High Gold, 1st, 2nd

19. Innocence

Sara/Mohogany

“Imagery” Award, “From the heart” Award Triple Diamond, All Starbeat Platinum, Diamond, High Gold, 2nd

20. Julia - “Cooties”

Mohogany

“Strength and Control” Award, 7th Overall Novice Solo Platinum x 2, High Gold, 1st x 3

21. S.W.A.T.

Wendy

“Fierce less Focus” Award Diamond, Platinum, High Gold, 1st, 2nd x 2

22. Vanessa/Maya - “Run, run, run”

Melissa

1st Overall 13 and over Duet/Trio Diamond, Platinum, High Gold, 1st x 2, 2nd

23. Sophie/Olivia - “Tainted Love”

Shannon

2nd Overall 12 year duet/trio, All Starbeat Platinum, Diamond, Dynamic Gold, 1st x 2, 2nd

24. Katie G - “House of the Rising Sun”

Shannon

Diamond, Platinum, High Gold, 3rd x 3

25. Rebecca/Emmersyn

Raff

“It’s the little details” Award Platinum x 2, High Gold, 1st, 2nd x 2

26. Incomplete

Melissa

1st and 3rd Overall Pre Comp Line Diamond, Platinum, High Gold, 1st x 2, 2nd

27. I’m an Albatraz

Shannon

3rd Overall 12 and under Pre Comp Group Diamond, Platinum, High Gold, 1st x 3

28. Mia - “Love in the dark”

Mohogany

4th Overall 17 and over Solo, Scholarship recipient Platinum, Diamond, Dynamic Gold, 2nd

29. Salem

Paige

Choreography Award, Highest of the Session 1st Overall Extended Line x 2 Stardom, All Starbeat Platinum, Triple Diamond, Diamond, High Gold, 1st x 3

―Finale ―

O ur Teachers

O ur Founder, Denise Lester

THANK YOU FOR AN AMAZING YEAR! SUZIE & MOHOGANY XOXO

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Our Beaut iful New Alumni!

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