"Such a fun day! 📸 Yesterday, we had our FE Dife’ Youth Ensemble photoshoot for Season 12!
"Such a fun day! 📸 Yesterday, we had our FE Dife’ Youth Ensemble photoshoot for Season 12! The energy, the smiles, and the excitement were all captured, and we’re more than ready to kick off a brand new season. Can’t wait to show you what we’ve been working on! Stay tuned for more! ✨ #FEDifeYouthEnsemble #Season12 #DanceJourney"
Check out FE teaching artist, Brittany Benjamin, speaking about her piece “Shelter In Place”, A piece that brings awareness to homelessness in our country from a first person’s perspective.
In just 1 day our young Artist will hit the stage for our 11th Annual Dance Concert, “Footprint of the Masters” a night honoring dance legends and pioneers from the past and present. Check out FE teaching artist, Brittany Benjamin, speaking about her piece “Shelter In Place”, A piece that brings awareness to homelessness in our country from a first person’s perspective. This piece was inspired by Jawole Willa Jo Zollar’s piece “Shelter” which also brings awareness to homelessness.
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Check out our Artistic Director, Leigha T. Porter speaking about her piece “I Am Water” a metaphoric piece about the similarities between water and life. And a piece honoring the great Alonzo King. Artistry Creativity Mentorship
In just 3 days our young Artist will hit the stage for our 11th Annual Dance Concert, “Footprint of the Masters” a night honoring dance legends and pioneers from the past and present. Check out our Artistic Director, Leigha T. Porter speaking about her piece “I Am Water” a metaphoric piece about the similarities between water and the human spirit . And a piece honoring the great Alonzo King.
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Check out FE Conservatory’s teaching artist Lydia Y. Green speaking about her piece “The Real House Party”, a look into the birth of hip hop and and the legend @rennieharris Artistry Creativity Mentorship
We are 5 days away from our 11th Annual dance concert, “Footprints of the Masters” were we will pay homage to dancers, choreographers and movers who have made a huge impact on the dance world. Check out FE Conservatory’s teaching artist Lydia Y. Green speaking about her piece “The Real House Party”, a look into the birth of hip hop and and the legend @rennieharris
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Creative play comes to life as we weave the magic of props and story time into our dance sessions. Here's how it sparks joy and learning:
Storytime Adventures: Each dance class is a new chapter in a magical tale. Through storytelling, kids embark on imaginative adventures, igniting their creativity and love for movement.
Prop-filled Play: From ribbons to scarves, props add a burst of color and excitement! They transform the dance floor into a playground where kids explore, twirl, and express themselves with joy.
Expression through Movement: Creative play allows kids to translate stories and emotions into dance. It's not just about steps; it's about the delightful journey of self-expression.
Social Connection: Dancing with props encourages social interaction and teamwork. Kids collaborate, share ideas, and build connections, creating a supportive and inclusive dance community.
Cognitive Development: Story-based dance and props enhance cognitive skills. Kids sharpen their focus, memory, and problem-solving abilities, making learning a delightful and holistic experience.
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Our amazing seniors are getting closer and closer to the finish line. We are always sad to see them go but eager to see the impact they make on the world. We are so proud of them!!!
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Throwback Thursday to Dife' Youth Ensemble in New Orleans doing tech rehearsal for our Performance for the National Juneteenth Committee. We are always excited to share our gifts near and far.
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At FE Conservatory we teach our young artist the power of speaking affirmations.
Speaking affirmations is beneficial for young people as it plays a pivotal role in shaping their mindset and fostering positive mental well-being. Affirmations are like seeds planted in the fertile soil of the mind, sprouting into a garden of self-confidence, resilience, and optimism. By regularly verbalizing positive statements, young individuals reinforce a constructive self-image and develop a mindset that focuses on strengths rather than limitations. This practice helps build a foundation of self-esteem and confidence, providing a solid base for navigating the challenges of adolescence and beyond. Affirmations not only nurture a positive outlook but also instill a growth mindset, encouraging young minds to view setbacks as opportunities for learning and growth.
Simply words I Am.... has the power shifted your mind and build you up.
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Entering the new year with unity is a powerful and inspiring notion. It signifies a collective commitment to embrace the possibilities of the future with shared purpose and cooperation. In a world often marked by division and discord, the concept of unity becomes a beacon of hope. It reminds us that, regardless of our differences, we are stronger when we stand together.
We hope that through dance we can continue to be unified and promote unity.
May 2024 be a year filled with purpose and passion. And may we all continue to dance.
Happy New Year from FE Conservatory
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Will forever speak the names of the brown ballerinas who have pave the way for our FE Young artist to dream. Those who are still with us and who have transition: Raven Wilkinson, Delores Brown, Lauren Anderson, Janet Collins, Anne Benna Sims, Virginia Johnson, Aesha Ash, Llanchie Stevenson, Carmen de Lavallade, Misty Copeland, Ingrid Siliva, and so many others.
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Introducing our 2023/24 Dife’ Youth Ensemble. The ensemble is an "invite only" non-competitive performance company and mentorship program for young artist. The ensemble performs in Louisiana and thorough out the country showing their talents and passion for dance. Swipe to see this years youth ensemble artist!!!
Our Expressions ages 5-8 are able to take African to expand they knowledge and vocabulary in dance. African dance is important to our curriculum for many reasons
1. It introduces children to the rich and diverse cultures of Africa, promoting cross-cultural understanding and respect for global diversity.
2. It helps children develop a sense of rhythm and timing, which can be beneficial for various aspects of life, including music and sports.
3. African dance encourages creativity and self-expression through movement, fostering confidence and a sense of individuality.
Want to feel the rhythm? Become apart of our FE Conservatory Family
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Congratulations to our Saints Football Raffle winner Felicia Diggs!!!!!!!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Thank you to all who supported our Dife’ Youth Ensemble for the is years raffle. Our young artist are heading to Memphis and New York in 2024!!!!
Here's a little throwback Thursday to our 10th Annual Dance Concert. our 2022-23 Dife' Youth Ensemble Performing "The Edge".
Here's a little throwback Thursday to our 10th Annual Dance Concert. our 2022-23 Dife' Youth Ensemble Performing "The Edge".
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All of our young artist ages 9 and up take Horton Technique as one of their base classes. Ms. Lydia does a fantastic job with our Level 1 dancers strengthening their technique and terminology in Horton Technique.
"In the 1920s, ’30s and ’40s, dancer/choreographer Lester Horton developed a dance technique based on Native American dances, anatomical studies and other movement influences. In addition to creating his technique and choreographing a number of works, Horton established the Lester Horton Dance Theater, one of the first permanent theaters dedicated to modern dance in the U.S., in Los Angeles in 1946. (It closed its doors in 1960.) He was also among the first choreographers in the U.S. to insist upon racial integration in his company—in his 1995 autobiography, Revelations, Alvin Ailey wrote, “What it came down to was that, for Lester, his art was much more important than the color of a dancer’s skin.” Horton’s legacy is perhaps most visible today in Ailey’s work, and Horton technique is the foundation for masterpieces including Revelations and Cry. Recent years have seen a resurgence in Horton technique across the country, especially on the West Coast, where Horton created most of his work."
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Enjoyed a fun filled day at Southern University Jaguar Preview Day. Our dancers had the chance to tour the campus, learn about the different colleges, attend a game, and experience life on the bluff.
Enjoyed a fun filled day at Southern University Jaguar Preview Day. Our dancers had the chance to tour the campus, learn about the different colleges, attend a game, and experience life on the bluff. Its so important for young people to know its never to early to start thinking about college and the next part of your journey and we wanted this trip to be just that. And of course some of our dancers won the dance contest and walked away with apple airpod pros.
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We decided to switch things up this year and take our photoshoot on the road. NOLA, baby! New Orleans, a city bursting with art and culture, provided the perfect backdrop for us to blend our dance artistry with some of the most breathtaking murals in the area.
It's our mission to not only teach our young artist about different art mediums, but to also experience them in real time.
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It's time to turn up the heat! Our African class at the conservatory is feeling the rhythm of the beat.
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Ballet Class with Ms. Jazmyn who does an excellent job curating a class built for our dancers to succeed and work hard. The barre is where it begins. And look at that barre filled with brown boys. Boys do ballet too!!!
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We can't wait to see our dancers prepping for dance class, walking our halls, and asking "have you seen my ballet slipper". lol We are only a few weeks away from seeing our favorite little humans our, our young artist.
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