Karen Posted August 28, 2013 Author Share Posted August 28, 2013 She's 12 - going in to yr 8. Dd says she doesn't know anyone from previous experiences, but is getting to know people in the group. I am struggling to read the pic of tomorrow's timetable, but it looks as though all the groups start with ballet. Apparently it's jazz on Friday- wish we had been advised to pack jazz shoes! Love your typo picturesinthefirelight - can't imagine dd being selected for the sane group!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Picturesinthefirelight Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 Dds friend is 11 and going into Year 7. She's small for her age and has a twin not on the course. I've just been messaging her mum. Lol. I'm on my phone & sometimes some strange words come out!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie4dancin Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 Dd is in group f too and knows a few in there!!!! Cx 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen Posted August 29, 2013 Author Share Posted August 29, 2013 She's obviously not spotted your dd yet, C4d! As I said above the 'sane' group would not have been the one I would have expected her to be in!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pas de chat Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 No idea what group DD is in as she has gone dark for 48 hrs. Most of the girls in Mortimer seemed quite young although I noticed a few girls with pointe shoes which DD does not have yet. She will be even more desperate for them!! Are we sitting in their classes on Friday then or going into a hall to watch them all? I forgot to ask as it was all a bit busy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pas de chat Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 How old is your dd Karen. A girl from dds old school & dance scho is a W surname? Wonder if she's in the sane group. Is your DD in Mortimer PITFL? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afab Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 Are we sitting in their classes on Friday then or going into a hall to watch them all? I forgot to ask as it was all a bit busy! If it's the same as for the senior SS, we go and watch them dance in the theatre then get them back in the foyer and finally go to their rooms to get their things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pas de chat Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 If it's the same as for the senior SS, we go and watch them dance in the theatre then get them back in the foyer and finally go to their rooms to get their things. great thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen Posted August 29, 2013 Author Share Posted August 29, 2013 Apparently we are watching a mazurka tomorrow. Wish it was ballet! See all you lovely people tomorrow! Hope your journey goes well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afab Posted August 30, 2013 Share Posted August 30, 2013 There is ballet also as apparently my DD is presenting ballet... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dancingmad Posted August 30, 2013 Share Posted August 30, 2013 Looking forward to watching at Elm today should be lovely. DD had so much fun and I'm sure everyone has made many new friends! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dancingmad Posted August 30, 2013 Share Posted August 30, 2013 Think my daughter might be in your group Karen as she is doing mazurka too and I am sure she said she is in F. She reckons they will be on second to last as they are going through in order so that makes some sense! I too would have loved to watch her do ballet but nevermind! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taxi4ballet Posted August 30, 2013 Share Posted August 30, 2013 Have a great time watching today everyone 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luckyshoes Posted August 30, 2013 Share Posted August 30, 2013 My DD is in group B and unfortunately i cant get out of work to go and watch the performance...so disappointed..please everyone do tell us how it goes as ive love to hear all your thoughts..thanks 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pas de chat Posted August 30, 2013 Share Posted August 30, 2013 DD had a wonderful time at the SS and has come away completely buzzing!! The performances were of a very high standard for just two days rehearsal. DDs group looked like one of the youngest I think they were fourth from the last doing a classical section. I particularly loved the Spanish dance there were some really talented girls in this dance and the finale was great. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen Posted August 31, 2013 Author Share Posted August 31, 2013 The performance was very good and it was really impressive to see how much was learned in such a short space of time. I was also pleased to see Robert Parker's engagement and enthusiasm and the organisation was efficient and professional. All credit to Elmhurst, I think. Dd would be very happy to return. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie4dancin Posted August 31, 2013 Share Posted August 31, 2013 Amazing time as always at Elmhurst... RP was very sincere and the staff very warm and welcoming dd had a super time and enjoyed being with her EYB buddies again!!! Lovely to catch up with forum friend (sorry afab I did look for you) and a big thank you to peach for helping out lovely to see you and your girls, your smaller dd is a delight Cx 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HAIRBELLES Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 I particularly loved the Spanish dance there were some really talented girls in this dance and the finale was great. So did I Pas de Chat but I was slightly biased as this was DD's group ,she had a choice of that or the Scottish dance but she said that was too fast. This SS had a great atmosphere Robert Parker and staff where very enthusiastic and DD had a good time . I'm sure its one she will want to do next year. It was lovely to see both you and your DD Charlie4dancin looking so happy and well, I was wondering if you ever found Afab . 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
balletdogs Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 Hi all dd have a lovely time and came back buzzing too - met loads of friends and enjoyed the teaching and the food! This was her first time at a residential so perfect for a first time, , although we can't compare it with anything else so difficult to see if it was better, worst or the same as others. Enjoyed watching the show, meeting the teachers and RP's informative and informal style of presenting to the audience of parents - I liked the way her described it as "not" a performance but a "sharing" of the work they had done. The staff and RP as though they has genuinely enjoyed working with the younger group and spoke of another one next year. - lets hope its a bit longer. Lovely to meet afab and her dd - hope your journey home was good. Now begins the week of the first school term and all the chaos that goes with it... I've loved the holidays so not really looking forward to the "busy" dancing schedule again but i'm sure it won't take long to get back into it, and the summer will seem a long time ago... 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
straceydor Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 My dd really enjoyed herself and hopefully will be doing it next year. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loulabelle Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 My DD also enjoyed the summer school. She loved being at Elmhurst and enjoyed the classes, however did find the ballet class very simple. Was a pity they weren't organised by grade/ability rather than alphabetically and although I enjoyed the show I felt that ALL the girls and boys should have been given the same chance to show off their ballet rather than some having to do Jazz(??) and Contemporary (??). I also felt that Robert Parker came over very well and was very positive and enthusiastic about the summer school. Was lovely to meet you afab! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afab Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 DD3 loved her time at Elmhurst. I was unsure about how it would go but everything was fine. She made lots of friends and really enjoyed the dance. She can't wait to go back and would like it to be longer next time! The trip back was difficult as the Eurotunnel had problems that evening and only one tunnel was open but we got there eventually... It was really lovely meeting you Dancingmuppet, Balletdogs and Loulabelle. What a pleasure to put a face to some names! I'm sorry I missed you Charlie4dancin... Next time I hope... 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie4dancin Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 We were told by a member of staff that next year it will probably run over the week as it had gone so well thanks hairbelles it was lovely chatting with you too, yes afab hopefully we will meet some other time... Cx 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belljul Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Bit late on this one but my DS had a ball too! Managed to chat with charlie4dancin and hairbelles which was lovely. We were tempted to hold up a big sign saying balletco over here!! Look forward to a full week next year 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pas de chat Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 My dd is not staying over and is loving it. In group E. My DD was in E I wonder whether they met? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afab Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Mine was in E too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rachaelballet12 Posted September 4, 2013 Share Posted September 4, 2013 Hi just to say my DD also enjoyed Elmhurst summer school she was in group F she did say she would of enjoyed more classical ballet and for the summer school to be longer. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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