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- EIN 42-1493103
- 6151 Thornton Ave Ste 100 Des Moines IA 50321-2413 USA
- www.ThePointeAcademy.org
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Causes: Arts & Culture, Arts Education, Children & Youth, Performing Arts, Performing Arts Schools, Youth Development
Mission: THE POINTE ACADEMY of Ballet and Contemporary Dance offers serious and enjoyable dance classes for the whole family without the interruption and expense of a recital. Students have the opportunity to study from teachers who had professional dance careers, and who have a teaching philosophy that dictates upbeat, constructive instruction focusing on the pleasure of participation, and the discipline inherent in DANCE. THE POINTE DANCE ENSEMBLE''s mission is to produce live dance performances as a way to enhance our community and Iowa''s youth.
Programs:
18-20 of the most advanced students from the school are invited to join the performance group "The Pointe Dance Ensemble" which offers at least one concert length performance annually and several smaller performances for schools, churches and community groups throughout the year. These dancers are committed to at least 10 hours of classes and rehearsals a week and are considered some of the areas most accomplished ballet dancers.