Upcoming Events at HDM!

Now that the 2012 has begun, the Spring Show is in full swing!
Here is a list of exciting new events for our HDM families to take part in whether it be for fun or in support of a wonderful cause!


Monday, January 30th: Quarter C Preschool and Creative Ballet Begins
Hurry and grab a spot for your little ones to experience the best in interactive learning!

Wednesday, February 1st @ 7:00pm : New Adult Fitness Class, "Move It To Lose It" FREE Trial
Not your mama's workout.  Enjoy your favorite pump up tunes with strength training and heart pumping choreography to get results fast!


Saturday, February 4th & 11th @ 9:15am:  Mommy & Me FREE Trial Classes
Mommy & Me class uses fun props and high energy music to create a wonderful learning environment for your child’s first group class. This is a great way for Mommy and Child to share quality time. Start your weekend with a fun, creative dance class for you and your little one!

Saturday, February 4th @ 10:00am:  Cabin Fever
Kids getting antsy?  Bring them down to HFA Cabin Fever for a performance by HDM Hip Hop students at 11:15! The event features Emcee Polka Dot, demo classes, and a raffle! Hoboken High School | 800 Clinton St | Hoboken, NJ 07030

Saturday, February 25th @ 1:00pm: HOP for Dance at Black Youth Empowerment Luncheon
Be a part of the change.  This very important event has been organized to give the children of our community hope for a better tomorrow. Lunch and entertainment provided. Hoboken Housing Authority | 400 Harrison Street | Hoboken, NJ 07030

February-June: HOP for Dance presents "D Quarter" for the Housing Authority of Hoboken
HOP understands how important it is for all children to receive training regardless of their circumstances.  24 talented students from HHA will dance their hearts out in an 8 week training session.  After an audition, 5 lucky students will then be picked for a summer intensive program taught at HDM.  1 of these students will earn a full scholarship for the 2012-2013 year at Hudson Dance & Movement.  Stay tuned for this exciting and challenging journey made possible by supporters of HOP for Dance!

Thursday, March 22nd:  All Saints Episcopal Day School Silent/ Live Auction
Stop by to see what fabulous prizes they have in store for the community! You might even win an HDM gift certificate!

Friday, April 20th: Hoboken Catholic Cocktail and Silent Auction
Didn’t win big at the All Saint’s Auction? Here’s another chance to support another great Hoboken school!

May 11: Hoboken Baby Parade
Join us in our support of the Hoboken Museum as all babes, toddlers, and elaborate strollers parade along Sinatra Drive on a beautiful not-quite-summer afternoon.  And of course, there is an awesome silent auction!

May- June: HOP for Dance @ Connors School, Ballroom Program
HOP for Dance is back! Xavier Auza will provide a 3 week Ballroom Program for the 4th Grade of Connors elementary . HOP for Dance supports  Arts Education in Hudson County Schools.



This is only the beginning of the year, so stay tuned for new, exciting HDM endeavors!

Hudson Ballet Presents "The Nutcracker"!

The show is THIS SATURDAY, December 17th at Hoboken High School (800 Clinton Street, Hoboken, NJ) at 3pm!!

Proceeds, Bake Sale and Silent Auction to benefit the HOP for Dance Program!

DOORS OPEN AT 1:30PM.

Call for ticket reservations - 201.683.4350.

Hudson Ballet Presents "The Nutcracker"

While Visions of Sugarplums danced in their heads......

Hudson Ballet's sparkling production of the enduring classic "The Nutcracker" will usher in the holiday season at the Hoboken High school. Choreographed by Bethany Marc-Aurele, this production is set in the turn of the 18th century and is filled with 50 dancers, stunning props and elaborate costumes. With scores of children, mice and soldiers this spectacular achievement offers a perfect compliment to Tchaikovsky's glorious musical score.

See leaping candy canes, toy soldiers, and the beautiful Sugar Plum Fairy as a young child's holiday dream comes to life before your eyes.

"The Nutcracker" will open Saturday, December 17th at 3:00pm at the Hoboken High School in Hoboken NJ.  

A reception will take place at 1:30pm and will include a silent auction, bake sale and light refreshments. All proceeds will be donated to the Hudson Outreach Program.
HOP for Dance is an outreach program that uses dance to focus on educating, engaging, and inspiring young adults and children of the surrounding communities, schools, and various organizations that otherwise would not have the means of ability to join a typical dance program.

We hope to see many Hoboken and Jersey City families there.

Please call (201) 683.4350 to reserve yours tickets today!

We're Moving!

Hudson Dance & Movement is proud to announce the Grand Opening of our beautiful NEW Dance and Performing Arts School space at 70 Hudson Street. We will soon be offering an expanded menu of classes throughout 4 studios with 12 ft ceilings, windows throughout, sprung marley dance floors, dressing rooms, large waiting area and lobby, all within 3,000 square feet.

Classes are continuing at our original 80 Hudson Street location but watch for further news as our Grand Opening is August 1st. Registration for Fall classes will open the week of July 18th for current HDM students and the week of July 25th for new students.


New Fall Class Offerings Include:
Rhythmic Gymnastics
Group/Private Acting Classes
Group/Private Voice Lessons
Break Dancing
Ballroom
Pilates
Yoga
Zumba
Pilates
Cardio Ballet

Additional Highlights:
Certified Physical Therapist on staff
Nutrition Seminars for our dance families
Half Day Preschool Programs with artistic/educational fun

We are so happy to share this news and with over 350 students (and growing!) we are so thankful to all of our HDM families who have made this possible!

"Alice in Wonderland" Tickets On Sale Now!

Hudson Dance & Movement is presenting “Alice in Wonderland” as its annual Spring Concert

“Alice in Wonderland” will be performed in the Hoboken High School Theater on June 11, 2011 at 2:30pm. Artistic Director, Bethany Marc-Aurele and Associate Director, Laura Van Dyke, have adapted Lewis Carroll’s fanciful adventure into an inspired dance performance sure to captivate an audience of all ages.

The production will star Jersey City local and full-time HDM ballet student, Brianna M. as Alice. Ms. Marc-Aurele is very proud to have such a dedicated dancer in the role. As a Division I dancer in the Junior Professional Ballet Program, Ms. Massa attends ballet class and rehearsal four to five days every week. Ms. Massa and students in the Junior Professional Divisions are attending the August Course at Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet this summer.

Other top HDM students and Hoboken residents Aliciana F., Sophia and Amelia G., Ella M., Natalie M., Carson N., and Isabella P.are all acting in featured roles. Through the skilled dancing of these students Alice (and the audience) will meet all of Carroll’s beloved characters: the Caterpillar, Tweedle Dee and Dum, the Mad Hatter, the furious Queen of Hearts and the illusive White Rabbit.

“Alice in Wonderland” will have 175 students performing. All of the dancers have trained at Hudson Dance & Movement for at least the 2010-2011 academic year. With all of the 300 HDM families expected in attendance, the staff anticipates the theater, seating 850, will fill rapidly.

The first two Spring Concerts presented by HDM were “Tour de Dance” (2009) and “Once Upon A Time…” (2010). Ms. Marc-Aurele and Ms. Van Dyke both strongly believe that performing is a key aspect to a complete, professional, dance education. The Directors are both very excited for the show and anticipate it will be the school’s most impressive concert to date.

Through this performance, Hudson Dance & Movement hopes that the local community sect of younger families and the High School will become closer in proximity. As the arts have a means to connect people across factions, this is believed to be a great opportunity for not only the students of HDM, but also the Hoboken community.

Hudson Dance & Movement provides professional dance instruction for toddlers up to adults. The school offers a comprehensive dance curriculum throughout the year with programs in Ballet, Creative Movement, Hip Hop, Modern, Musical Theater, Tap, and Preschool. The school recognizes each dancer as an individual and focus on improving their natural talents and abilities in a fun, encouraging and supportive atmosphere.

Down the Rabbit Hole...

 We very excited to announce "Alice in Wonderland" as this year's 3rd annual Spring Concert!

All of our annually enrolled students will perform in our creation of Wonderland through Ballet, Hip Hop, Musical Theater, Modern, and Tap.

The Cast list is up! A preview is posted below:

HFA Cabin Fever 2011

Today we took a trip to Hoboken High School to take part in Hoboken Family Alliance's semi-annual Cabin Fever!

We had a great time seeing so many new and familiar faces enjoy pictures, face painting, music and lots of balloons throughout the day.

The best part was, of course, the creative movement class taught by the legend herself, Ms. Colleen! Scarves, stretching, shakers and 'chutes brought together so many little ones to dance with us.

A BIG thank you to HFA and master of ceremonies Polka Dot for a wonderful event! We can't wait until the next one!

Parachute Time!

Pizza Legs!