Dancewave, Inc.
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Dancewave is awesome! I have been involved in this organization for more than 3 years and have learned to have a greater appreciation for the art of dance. The staff and teachers are working professionals and work hard to bring out the best in all the dancers. The dancers have many opportunities to showcase their talents through dance performances at the Kid's Cafe Festival, Afterschool performances, Jacob's Pillow,Spring Celebration and many more.
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If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
purchase a 10 story building with state of the art equipment and lots of dance studios.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every month
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
my daughter got involved with dancewave 2 years ago and it was the most amazing experience that happened to her life she fell in love with dance and she is more and more excited about dancing dancewave is a place where kids feel totally accepted for what they are the teachers are passionate and exciting and make dance something really inspiring for the kids diane, the director, is an amazing woman, who glows with energy and belief in all the kids and who runs the whole company with passion it is a big pleasure to see dancewave giving oportunities to all these amazing kids who are doing a beautiful job the whole staff is extremely supportive and wonderful i hope dancewave can grow bigger and stronger so that so many more kids can have the chance to participate in their programs
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If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
help so many other talented kids who have no money and give them the opportunity to become dancers
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every six months
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
On my way to another Dance Studio referred by an acquaintance, I spontaneously entered Dancewave as I passed by. Greeted by Diane with her positive energy, I signed up for Tango classes right away and have been a member and volunteer for the pass few years. Being a part of this organization has been a very enriching experience for me, mentally and physically. I’m truly honored to have the opportunity to work with these talented people and to grow with them.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
a positive way.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
encourage as many people as possible to join.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
how it's helped me improve my overall outlook in life.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
very helpful and attentive.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
really make a difference in our community.
Ways to make it better...
I can do more to help them.
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
getting the word out about how this organization can help people express themselves.
One thing I'd also say is that...
dancing really me express my inner beauty with every step I take.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every month
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
As the parent of 2 daughters who have had the remarkable experience of taking Dancewave classes and dancing in the Dancewave Companies, I have seen first hand the excellence of this organization. Dancewave reaches kids from all backgrounds and exposes them to creativity and skill building in dance. The teachers, coaches and staff at Dancewave are professionals who through rigorous and exhilarating teaching are bringing the Dancewave students and company members to a level of excellence in dance and self discipline that will benefit them throughout their lives. Dancewave is one of Brooklyn's national treasures and we have Diane Jacobowitz to thank for this! Keep up the great work, Dancewave!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
My daughters have had the greatest experiences dancing with Dancewave. Both became company members which has changed their lives.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
Watching students grow stronger and build skills to make them confident and beautiful dancers.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
Professional, smart, warm and supportive.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
If this organization had 10 million bucks it could have a larger space of it's own, bring in more professional dancers to teach and reach more many more students.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
Dancewave is a phenomenal organization that exposes thousands of young people per year to the creative process and a wide range of dance forms, while instilling in them self-discipline and teamwork. The staff and teaching faculty are passionate about providing opportunities for ALL children and teens to learn and express themselves through dance at the highest level.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
watching its dancers perform technically and emotionally challenging choreography.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
find a way to increase its capacity to serve more kids and work with many more renowned American choreographers.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
how the staff eat, sleep, and breathe their goal of helping young people be their best selves through dance.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
professional and committed to Dancewave's community of children and families.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
perform for and with young people all over the world! It could also give thousands of more children the opportunity to create and perform modern dance.
Ways to make it better...
there were more resources to devote to programs and operations, and if it had its own dedicated rehearsal and performance space.
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
finding school and community groups who would like to partner in providing wonderful dance programming for young people.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
I love Dancewave and its philosophy. My daughter is very fortunate to have this incredible learning experience. This is Alyssa's 3rd semester with Ms. Chelsea and I couldn't be more happier. I always recommend Dancewave whenever the opportunity arises.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
My daughter has been attending Dancewave for the last 3 semesters and the dancing knowledge she has acquired has be so exciting to watch.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
Seeing my daughter excited about going to her creative modern class and watching her growth in dance has been the most enjoyable.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
The staff is extremely friendly, dedicated, professional and let's not forget creative.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
Dancewave would be able to expand their location, reach more children and be able to expose them to an incredible dance experience, like no other!
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
Dancewave is a wonderful organization serving young dancers from all backgrounds and commitment level. Dancewave continually raises the bar for their students by exposing them to professional teachers and choreographers working at extremely high levels in their field. The staff is attentive and extremely hard-working, and programs are constantly changing and expanding in order to best serve the students.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
my own and my child's involvement over the last 5 years
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The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
professional, organized, prepared and hardworking
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
continue to reach even more children throughout New York city
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
I have served on the board of Dancewave as board secretary since October 2007. I also chair the facilities committee. I was excited to join the board of this organization because I see its value in bringing modern dance into schools as well as the community. Furthermore, I value Dancewave's commitment to a preprofessional training program for teens (who often age out of dance programs and stop dancing as a result), complete with scholarships so that deserving students can attend. I am impressed with how well Dancewave has handled it's rapid growth in the scope of its classes and programs. It is clear that Dancewave serves as an important training ground and launching pad for talented modern dancers, and I am proud to be a part of it!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
the Kids Cafe Festival and Gala Spring performances by Dancewave Companies I & II.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
How creative the staff is at finding new directions to take dance. This is not your ordinary neighborhood dance studio. DW already features some of the best high-school age dancers around, but it's going even further.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
Very dedicated. They love dance and they love what they do.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
Create an amazing facility complete with rehearsal studios and dressing areas, so we could run all our classes in the same place. Also, the studios would be available to the community for other types of meetings and classes.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every month
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
I ma the dance specialist at PS 315 and I hired Dancewave last year for the first time to bring a jazz dance residency to the school.It was a pleasure to work with their teaching artist and with the director so my principal and I decided to bring them back this year. We just finished the jazz residency for the second graders with great success, the after school jazz and tap program began in January (the teaching artists are very knowledgeable and professional-the students love these classes)and now we are getting ready to begin a tap dance residency with the kindergarten and an African dance residency with the first graders. It is very exciting to see all our students enjoying their classes so much.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
the ways I have described in my review.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
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Ways to make it better...
I had known this organization earlier!!
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
I have been involved with Dancewave for over 6 years as a parent of a dancer and student who is a member of the Dancewave Company. The founder, Diane Jacobowitz is inspiring and committed to exposing members of the company to an amazing variety of modern dance styles. One of the more unique things Dancewave does is to have members of the company whose works they perform come to teach the kids. This exposes these young dancers to professional level experience and knowledge, which will well serve them as they pursue their dance careers. I have been involved as a volunteer, a fundraiser and supporter of Dancewave, and have found this to be a fulfilling experience. Of course as a parent, I've been able to see performances at Jacob's Pillow, the Tribeca Performing Arts Center, The Joyce Theater SoHo, PS 122 and many other important venues.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Watching a performance in a New York City Public park, and seeing the reaction of the audience members who were clearly impressed with this group of high school kids who performed complicated modern dance works with skill, professionalism and enthusiasm.
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How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every month
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
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