4th Grade

MISSION STATEMENT

Seek self and others, in heart and mind, unafraid of the possibilities!

“I do not try to dance better than anyone else. I only try to to dance better than myself.”

Mikhail Baryshnikov

The students will:

  • Learn to use space, time and force concepts
  • Develop strength and flexibility
  • Demonstrate ability to use smooth transitions
  • Improve their precision and coordination in movements

NOVA HOLIDAY PERFORMANCE


This year’s annual Nova Holiday performance was a different take on the perennial favorite: The Nutcracker. Based off of Disney's "The Nutcracker and the Four Realms"(2018). The winter performance transported the audience, in the filled auditorium of the National Opera and Ballet house, from a decadent 19th century Christmas celebration to a magical world -- the world of the Four Realms.

Grade four students showed an amazing performance representing the candy of the Sugarplum. Their dancing was on point, energetic and skillful.


International dances

Country: Ghana

Location: West Africa

During the year, students can learn more about different cultures of other countries and the dances they use. This year, grade four students will be able to learn more about dances in Ghana. They learn about the authenticity and the liveliness of this dance and how properly they need to execute it on performance.