Dreams and Aspirations!!!

The Dreams continued has we traveled to North Carolina for another joyous experience to take on America's Got Talent. We always teach to our students to remain humbled and be grateful for the opportunities that are placed in your path.

They stayed focused on the task and remained excited for this wonderful experience that the local news station captured the moment before they showcased their talent.
http://www.cnc.com/news/slideshows/Americas-Got-Talent-auditions-in-uptown-138651589.html

NEXT ROUND OF THE APOLLO & GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION

It was a productive week last week our first trio took third place at Amateur Night at the Apollo in the Adult Category!

ALSO WE ARE BLESSED & HONORED TO HAVE MANY ON HAND FOR OUR RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY!

Excerpt from Maplewood Patch
Springfield Avenue Gets a New Dance Studio
An established performance studio, LaChaney's Dance & Music Academy, makes the move from Union to Maplewood.

By Sonya Kimble-Ellis

Students, family, friends and several township officials joined Lashonda Chaney Saturday afternoon at the grand opening of LaChaney’s Dance & Music Academy at 1747 Springfield Avenue.

Previously located on Morris Avenue in Union for the past eight years, Chaney opened her new Maplewood location in early June — filling a very visible vacancy at the former WaMu Bank site.

“We’re a one-stop shop for families,” said Chaney. “Our studio is perfect for parents trying to find something for each of their kids and maybe for themselves. The fact that we offer more than one program is a great thing for families.”

Chaney’s studio offers classes in karate, dance, music, gymnastics and fitness. Also available is the opportunity for youngsters to participate in the LaChaney All Stars competitive cheerleading team. In addition, the studio provides tutoring, aftercare and an after-school program.


You can read the full article at:http://maplewood.patch.com/articles/springfield-avenue-gets-a-new-dance-studio#photo-6752869

PERFORMANCES AT THE APOLLO......COME OUT & SUPPORT!!!!!

LAST NIGHT WAS A GREAT NIGHT AT THE APOLLO THEATER.
OUR TRIO GROUP "BOOM BOOM POW" WILL BE PERFORMING 8.17.11

PLUS PERFORMING IN TWO WEEKS WE HAVE OUR FIRST TRIO GROUP "NOBODY GREATER" PERFORMING ON JUNE 22ND!!!!!

PLEASE COME OUT AND SUPPORT!!!! THIS GROUPS WORK VERY HARD AND ARE DEDICATED TO THE DISCIPLINE OF DANCE....

Summer is here........

DO YOU NEED A SAFE, FUN, AND ENRICHING CAMP FOR YOUR CHILD? DON'T LOOK ANY FURTHER. WE HAVE THE PLACE JUST FOR YOU!!!!!

LaChaney’s Dance & Music Academy SUMMER ENRICHMENT PROGRAM
Our basic program day runs from 9am - 4pm.
Extended Care is offered between 8am - 9am and/or 4pm - 5pm. Campers bring
their own lunch each day in a disposable bag with a box drink for all weeks. We also provide an afternoon snack and water or beverages during the day.Children need to wear comfortable clothing,and will be instructed otherwise if necessary. Special events are also planned throughout the summer.
Focal Points Throughout The Weekday Supplemental—Educational Enrichment/Science/Team Building/Arts & Crafts/ Field Trips Dance/Karate/Music/Games/Sports/Physical Fitness/ Motivational Rap Sessions
Grades-K thru 8
Boys & Girls!
Our groups will be broken up into several teams based on their age and grade level.
TENTATIVE FIELD TRIPS
(Not Included In Fees)
· Local Walking Trips
· Maplewood Pool
· Roller-skating
· Bowling
· Going to Zoo
PROGRAM SESSIONS & FEES (Full Day Program)
Session I June 20th-July 1st (2 weeks) $350.00 (Save $50)
Session II July 11th–July 29th (3 weeks) $525.00 (Save $75)
Session III August 1st- August 17th (3 weeks)$525.00 (Save$75)
Don’t need 3 weeks -Take Advantage of week lyrates $200.00
Morning Only Extended Care(8am-9am) $30.00/week
Evening Only Extended Care (4pm-5pm) $30.00/week
Morning & Evening Extended Care $50.00/week
· $200 Deposit / Session due at time of registration. (1st come 1st serve bases)
· Please note that registration will close on June 18, 2011, NO EXCEPTIONS.
· Sorry we only have limited spaces available.Reserve your weeks now!
3 Week Summer Intensive Evening Program
Session 1: July 11th - July 27th
Session 2: August 1st - August 17th
Ages 2 - 4 (Mon./Tue./Wed.)
Ballet: 5pm - 6pm / $139 Gymnastics: 6pm - 6:45pm / $99
Ages 5 - 8: (Mon./Tue./Wed.)
Ballet / Jazz / Hip-Hop: 5:30pm - 7:30pm / $199
Gymnastics: 7:30pm - 8:15pm / $99 Karate: 7:30pm - 8:30pm / $99
Ages 9+: (Mon./Tue./Wed.)
Ballet / Jazz / Hip-Hop: 5:30pm - 7:30pm / $199
Karate: 7:30 - 8:30 / $99
Instrumental Music Camp at LaChaney’s
For young musicians in grades 3 - 8 (all levels)
Week 1: July 18th - 22nd
Week 2: July 25th - 29th
Week 3: August 8th - 12th
9:00am - 12 noon
$180 per week
(Daily snack will be provided)
Campers bring their own instrument each day. If a camper needs an
instrument please notify us upon registration and we will provide
one for the week.
· Daily Music Themes
· Group Discussions & Sectional Instruction
· Weekly Mini Concert on Last Camp Day.
REGISTER NOW! 973-378-3877

TONIGHT IS THE NIGHT!!!!! APOLLO HERE WE COME........

WE ARE HEADED ON THE ROAD TO APOLLO THEATER TODAY.....

Today is the day! We are heading to the famous Apollo Theater! We are grateful, humbled and truly blessed! We are truly happy about the performances tonight! We have Cha'Nel, Tamia, Bayinnah, Tajahnae, Ranelle, Okera, & Brionna performing "Whip My Hair" in the "Stars of Tomorrow" Category & Dominique performing "I Worship You" in the Adult Category!

COME OUT & SUPPORT!!!!!

WE ARE ON THE MOVE! NEW LOCATION!

LaChaney’s Dance & Music Academy, under the Direction of LaShonda Chaney, a former teacher of the Maplewood / South Orange school district is excited to announce that we are calling Maplewood, NJ our new home! We are making the move from Union, NJ where we have been established for the past eight years. We offer all genres from dance, music, karate, gymnastics, after-school tutoring, summer enrichment camps and fitness for all ages. We are extremely excited about our new state of the art facility: Housing 3 large dance studios with viewing windows and floating dance floors, a private music room, a tutorial / computer room, a spacious reception office to help our clients with all of their needs. Parking available on premises, as well as on-street parking.

1747 SPRINGFIELD AVE. MAPLEWOOD, NJ 07040
WWW.LACHANEY.INFO

IT'S SHOWTIME!!!!!! 6.11.11

TIME FOR YOU GET YOUR FAMILY TOGETHER!
YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS OUR ANNUAL RECITAL (PRODUCTION)

LIGHTS! CAMERA! ACTION!

It's time to prepare yourself for our end of the year Recital!!! Showtime is in 46 days!!! Tickets go on sale in 2 weeks!!! You do not want to miss out!!!

CONTACT THE STUDIO AT: 908.688.3877
VISIT US ON THE WEB: www.lachaney.info

APOLLO AUDITIONS 4.3.11

We are not just a dance school but we are a family. We speak life into all of our dancers, teachers, staff and parents. We have a Performance Arts Company that lives, speaks and eat dance. Our director, teachers and staff are dedicated to this art form called "Dance."

Our director wanted our Performance Arts Company to audition for Apollo Amatuer Night Show. Like, always there were no complaints only excitement. One thing that truly sticks out is that our Company members Do Not showcase intimidation. Our Company Members just enjoy dancing and the light was shining on them on Sunday.

Even though it was very early in the morning (5am.) Our blood was pumping because we claimed victory. The audition called for the first 300 acts and we knew that we were making it. We entered five acts and it was an amazing experience.

We are featured online and in print of the NY Daily News (4.5.11)
http://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/music/2011/04/05/2011-04-05_showtime_aspiring_artists_answer_the_apollo_theaters_open_call.html


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