Welcome to Vancouver Dance Theatre
Dear VDT Members,
We are thrilled to have our dancers return for the 2021 Nutcracker season! Amid the continuing realities of Covid and factors outside of our control, there is an update that we would like to share with you prior to auditions this Saturday, September 18.
VDT typically holds its yearly Nutcracker at Fort Vancouver High School which is operated by Vancouver Public Schools (VPS). In light of the pandemic and a sharp rise in cases in our county, VPS is not committing to ANY reservations at this time. They are currently reviewing local statistics every two weeks to decide if it is safe to rent the facility. This means that even if they do decide to commit to VDT, at any time in the next three months, our reservation could be cancelled. We have searched tirelessly for an alternate location with little promising success and to our knowledge, other dance studios are facing a similar struggle.
In light of these realities, and in lieu of an in-person performance, VDT will be producing a virtual performance this year. In order to make this happen, we will have to pair down some of our typical performance experiences. Dancers will still be dressed in full costume (and masks) to clearly depict their roles. We are working on sets using props to create the feel of each scene, but we will have to forgo typical backdrops/ lights as we do not have a location that can hang them. We recognize the enormity of the situation and appreciate our members’ understanding. Please know that VDT is doing everything we possibly can to have a successful and fulfilling 2021 Nutcracker season! As Nutcracker is an integral part of each of our holiday experiences, we will sell access to the virtual performance via a purchasable link and possibly sell DVDs as we typically do (in December). We hope that this will be a special way for families to enjoy the show, with your dancers by your side, and build new memories together until we can return to in-person productions.
In response to these changes for 2021, we are adjusting where possible to mitigate financial loss for our families in the event of venue cancellation and ask for understanding that ALL VDT fees and fundraising monies will be non-refundable and will NOT carry over to the following year. VDT must continue to pay our annual bills such as the storage facility rent, seasonal bills including studio rental fees, and pay our Director, Costume Mistress, and guest Male Dancer. VDT will require the $20 annual membership fee due on or before audition day. We will delay the production fee due date until September 25th. The program ad fee is being removed as we will not have a program. VDT does not have control over when fundraising is due, so we ask for grace in participating in fundraising this year and know if the show is ultimately cancelled that all proceeds go to help ensure VDT is able to return next year.
We are saddened that we are unable to put on a full scale performance, however we look forward to providing a 2021 Nutcracker season for families to enjoy. Thank you for partnering with us to provide some light and joy to our dancers in this unique season of life. We look forward to seeing you at auditions this year!!!
Sincerely, VDT Board of Directors
AUDITION INFORMATION:
Vancouver Dance Theatre is thrilled to announce our return for the 2021 Nutcracker season! Please help us in celebrating 45 magical years of providing dance performance in our local community by joining us for our 2021 Nutcracker auditions on Saturday, September 18th, 2021 (click here for audition schedule). Registration for auditions begins September 1st, 2021 online by filling out our Audition Form. In lieu of the mandatory Parent Meeting typically held on Audition Day, VDT has provided an updated Handbook and Waiver for all members to read. Once you have completed the online audition form please visit https://vancouver-dance-theatre-handbook.cheddarup.com to sign the Participation Waiver and Liability Form and to acknowledge you have read and understood the Vancouver Dance Theatre Handbook. For those who have questions there will be three zoom meetings held on Sunday, September 19th at 12pm, 3pm, and 7pm. Zoom links will be emailed to participants once Auditions are complete.
The entire world has faced this pandemic on many levels and everyone's experiences greatly differ from the hopeful to the heartbroken. Vancouver Dance Theatre's goal is to keep our dancers, families, and community safe while following the mandates and recommendations of our local and state authorities. We understand and respect all aspects and views acknowledging they vary greatly. Ultimately VDT has decided anyone wanting to be involved in the 2021 Nutcracker season MUST be willing to wear a mask at all times when indoors up to and including in the studio, while dancing, and during the performance. Please refer to our Covid Policy under Members Season Info and in our VDT Handbook for further details. VDT is trying to do all we can to ensure we are able to have a 2021 Nutcracker season and ask our members to join us in our efforts!
We are thrilled to have our dancers return for the 2021 Nutcracker season! Amid the continuing realities of Covid and factors outside of our control, there is an update that we would like to share with you prior to auditions this Saturday, September 18.
VDT typically holds its yearly Nutcracker at Fort Vancouver High School which is operated by Vancouver Public Schools (VPS). In light of the pandemic and a sharp rise in cases in our county, VPS is not committing to ANY reservations at this time. They are currently reviewing local statistics every two weeks to decide if it is safe to rent the facility. This means that even if they do decide to commit to VDT, at any time in the next three months, our reservation could be cancelled. We have searched tirelessly for an alternate location with little promising success and to our knowledge, other dance studios are facing a similar struggle.
In light of these realities, and in lieu of an in-person performance, VDT will be producing a virtual performance this year. In order to make this happen, we will have to pair down some of our typical performance experiences. Dancers will still be dressed in full costume (and masks) to clearly depict their roles. We are working on sets using props to create the feel of each scene, but we will have to forgo typical backdrops/ lights as we do not have a location that can hang them. We recognize the enormity of the situation and appreciate our members’ understanding. Please know that VDT is doing everything we possibly can to have a successful and fulfilling 2021 Nutcracker season! As Nutcracker is an integral part of each of our holiday experiences, we will sell access to the virtual performance via a purchasable link and possibly sell DVDs as we typically do (in December). We hope that this will be a special way for families to enjoy the show, with your dancers by your side, and build new memories together until we can return to in-person productions.
In response to these changes for 2021, we are adjusting where possible to mitigate financial loss for our families in the event of venue cancellation and ask for understanding that ALL VDT fees and fundraising monies will be non-refundable and will NOT carry over to the following year. VDT must continue to pay our annual bills such as the storage facility rent, seasonal bills including studio rental fees, and pay our Director, Costume Mistress, and guest Male Dancer. VDT will require the $20 annual membership fee due on or before audition day. We will delay the production fee due date until September 25th. The program ad fee is being removed as we will not have a program. VDT does not have control over when fundraising is due, so we ask for grace in participating in fundraising this year and know if the show is ultimately cancelled that all proceeds go to help ensure VDT is able to return next year.
We are saddened that we are unable to put on a full scale performance, however we look forward to providing a 2021 Nutcracker season for families to enjoy. Thank you for partnering with us to provide some light and joy to our dancers in this unique season of life. We look forward to seeing you at auditions this year!!!
Sincerely, VDT Board of Directors
AUDITION INFORMATION:
Vancouver Dance Theatre is thrilled to announce our return for the 2021 Nutcracker season! Please help us in celebrating 45 magical years of providing dance performance in our local community by joining us for our 2021 Nutcracker auditions on Saturday, September 18th, 2021 (click here for audition schedule). Registration for auditions begins September 1st, 2021 online by filling out our Audition Form. In lieu of the mandatory Parent Meeting typically held on Audition Day, VDT has provided an updated Handbook and Waiver for all members to read. Once you have completed the online audition form please visit https://vancouver-dance-theatre-handbook.cheddarup.com to sign the Participation Waiver and Liability Form and to acknowledge you have read and understood the Vancouver Dance Theatre Handbook. For those who have questions there will be three zoom meetings held on Sunday, September 19th at 12pm, 3pm, and 7pm. Zoom links will be emailed to participants once Auditions are complete.
The entire world has faced this pandemic on many levels and everyone's experiences greatly differ from the hopeful to the heartbroken. Vancouver Dance Theatre's goal is to keep our dancers, families, and community safe while following the mandates and recommendations of our local and state authorities. We understand and respect all aspects and views acknowledging they vary greatly. Ultimately VDT has decided anyone wanting to be involved in the 2021 Nutcracker season MUST be willing to wear a mask at all times when indoors up to and including in the studio, while dancing, and during the performance. Please refer to our Covid Policy under Members Season Info and in our VDT Handbook for further details. VDT is trying to do all we can to ensure we are able to have a 2021 Nutcracker season and ask our members to join us in our efforts!