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BE PART OF ALADDIN JR.
Back Stage Pass
Children’s Theater Workshop
Dates: Beginning the end of January
Location: Joan Harris Centre
Harris Conservatory for the Arts
545 Charles Street, Luzerne, PA 18709
Special Notes: 
CHILDREN 7 TO 18 WILL LEARN ACTING, THEATER PRINCIPLES, SINGING AND DANCING.
EVERY STUDENT ENROLLED WILL BE PART OF THE CAST OF DISNEY’S ALADDIN JR.!
ALL PROFESSIONAL INSTRUCTORS

IT’S NOT TOO LATE TO ENROLL FOR DANCE CLASSES
AND BE IN TIME FOR OUR
TWO BIGGEST SHOWS OF THE YEAR!

ANNUAL CHILDREN’S BALLET
SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS

Starring all the ballet students in the school ages 3 through adult.

Children will have the opportunity to perform in an energetic and colorful production
based on the classic fairy tale.

The Ballet will be performed in mid April.


28th ANNUAL JUNE RECITAL AT THE F.M. KIRBY CENTER

Starring all the tap, jazz and hip hop students in the school ages 3 to adult.

Elegant costumes, elaborate sets, professional lighting make this the
show you don’t want to miss.

Don’t miss your chance be perform on the Kirby Center Stage

June 18th and 19th 2010.

 

 

 

Auditions for Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs

 

Audition and Master Class conducted by Dr. Kenton Harris of Miami, Florida

Senior Audition: Friday January 29th 2010, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.  14 yrs old and up.

Junior Audition: Saturday January 30th 2010, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. 10 -13 yrs old.

 

Tumbling At The Conservatory

A tumbling class for ages 5 to 18. All levels welcome.
Taught by certified gymnastics instructor Jackie Gadomski
Friday Evening from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Beginning February 5th.
Call today to register!
$30 per Month
718-0673

 

Zumba

Friday Evenings from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Beginning January 29th.
Taught by certified Zumba Instructor Kelly Reilly
$5 per class
Space is Limited!
718-0673

Cardio Kickboxing

Wednesday Evenings 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Saturday Evening 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Taught by AFPA Certified Black Belt Instructor
Celeste Kucisnski
$5 per class
718-0673

 

Tone and Stretch Fitness Class

Thursday Evenings 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Taught by nationally recognized Heidi Melchiona
$5 per class
718-0673

Dragon’s Tale Karate

Monday and Wednesday
Taught by Masters Amy and Brad Wall
Call today for information
718-0673

 

Private Vocal Lessons

Tuesday Evenings By Chuck Unice, formerly of the Pittsburgh Opera
Friday Evening By Gary Grice, formerly of Notre Dame University and the New York Opera
Call today for information
718-0673

 

Private Ballroom Lessons

Private Ballroom Lessons Available
Taught by a Certified Instructor
Call today for information
718-0673

  

 

REGISTRATION FOR FALL CLASSES BEGINS

Dates: Saturday July 18th

Location: Joan Harris Centre

Harris Conservatory for The Arts

545 Charles Street, Luzerne, PA 18709

Special Notes: 

  1. YOU MUST COMPLETE A REGISTRATION FORM AND PAY THE REGISTRATION FEE TO BE ENROLLED IN THE SCHOOL
  2. ONLY CURRENT AND FORMER STUDENTS OF THE SCHOOL ARE ALLOWED TO REGISTER BEFORE AUGUST 3RD
  3. THE FIRST 100 STUDENTS TO REGISTER RECEIVE A FREE GIFT
  4. The School Will Begin Accepting Registration Forms From New Students, Monday, August 3rd

 

“ANNIE jr”

A Theatrical Musical

Starring Students From The Joan Harris Centre’s Program Back Stage Pass

Dates:  Friday, August 14th and Saturday August 15th

Times:  7:00 PM Each Night

Location:  The Little Theatre of Wilkes-Barre

537 North Main St. Wilkes-Barre, PA

Tickets:  $10 in Advance At The Harris Conservatory For The Arts

 

“A SUMMER BASH!”

27TH ANNUAL SUMMER EXTRAVAGANZA
A Dance Review
Date: Wednesday, August 19, 2008
Time: 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Location: Knoebels Amusement Resort, Elyesburg, Pennsylvania

Tickets: The Show Is Free Of Charge

Special Note:

1. If You Hand In A Joan Harris Centre Business Card When Purchasing An

All-Day Ride Ticket You Get $4 Off Every All-Day Ride Ticket You Purchase

 

 “JOAN HARRIS CENTER ANNUAL OPEN HOUSE”

Enjoy Free Dance Classes All Evening Long

Date:  Wednesday, August 26th

Time:  4:00 – 9:00 PM

Location: Joan Harris Centre

Harris Conservatory for The Arts

545 Charles Street, Luzerne, PA 18709

Special Notes:

  1. All Classes Are Free Of Charge. 
  2. Take As Many As You Want. 
  3. You Must Pre-Register For Class.  All You Need To Do Is Contact The Studio, Give Them Your First Name, Initial Of Your Last Name And Age.  No Other Questions Will Be Asked.
  4. THESE ARE ONLY THE TIMES FOR CLASSES FOR THE OPEN HOUSE.  THEY ARE NOT NECESSARILY THE TIMES THE CLASSES WILL BE HELD DURING THE FALL SESSION!
  5. The Harris Conservatory For The Arts Is Holding An Open House On The Same Day Featuring Free Classes In Cheerleading, Karate, Theater And Voice.  Contact The Conservatory At 570-718-0673 For More Information

 

SCHEDULE OF CLASSES FOR OPEN HOUSE

 

5:00 – 6:00 PM

ADVANCE BALLET

INTERMEDIATE JAZZ

BEGINNER TAP

BEGINNER TOT COMBO CLASS

 

6:00 – 7:00 PM

INTERMEDIATE BALLET

BEGINNER JAZZ

ADVANCED TAP

DANCING WITH MOMMY

 

7:00 – 8:00  PM

BEGINNER BALLET

ADVANCED JAZZ

INTERMEDIATE TAP

ADULT HIP HOP

 

8:00 – 9:00 PM

ADVANCED POINTE

TEEN HIP HOP

(10-13) HIP HOP

PRE-PRO TAP

 

 

THE JOAN HARRIS CENTRE’S

2009-2010 SEASON BEGINS!

First Week Of Classes

Saturday August 29th – Friday September 4th

 

 “LUZERNE FALL FESTIVAL PARADE”

All Joan Harris Dancers Are Invited To March With Us

Saturday ,September 12th

Time:  11:30 AM

Location: Staging Area Is On Bennett Street In Luzerne

Special Note:  We Will Be Marching Down Main Street, Then Around Union Street And Ending In The Parking Lot Behind The Luzerne National Bank

 

  “MASTER CLASS WITH

NATALIYA MIROSHNYK

FROM THE MOSCOW BALLET”

Master Ballet Class With A Ballerina From The

Renown International Company

Date:  Wednesday, September 23rd

Time:  7:30 – 8:30 PM

Location: Joan Harris Centre

Harris Conservatory for The Arts

545 Charles Street, Luzerne, PA 18709

 

 “AUDITIONS FOR THE GREAT RUSSIAN NUTCRACKER”

All Ballet Dancers Ages 7 Years Through Young Teens Are Encouraged To Try Out.  One Year Experience In Ballet A Must.  $10 Audition Fee

Date:  Thursday, September 24th

Time:  5:00 PM

Location: Joan Harris Centre

Harris Conservatory for The Arts

545 Charles Street, Luzerne, PA 18709

 

REGISTRATION BEGINS FOR

 BACK STAGE PASS

FALL THEATER PROGRAM

A Seven Week Program That Ends With A Full Student Production Of

Disney’s “Aladdin jr”

Registration Begins October

Classes Begin The Week Of October 19th

Course Includes Instruction In Theater, Dance And Voice

Production Will Be Stage In December 

REHEARSAL SCHEDULE FOR THE NUTCRACKER

 

Butterflies:

October 9th 5:00-5:45

October 16th 5:00-5:45

October 23rd 5:00-6:30

October 30th  5:00-6:30

November 6th   5:00-6:30

November 8th 1:00-3:30 (Entire Cast)

November 13th 5:00-7:00 (Entire Cast)

November 14th Time TBA (Show Day)

 

Angels:

October 9th 6:45-7:30

October 16th 6:45-7:30

October 23rd 5:00-6:30

October 30th  5:00-6:30

November 6th   5:00-6:30

November 8th 1:00-3:30 (Entire Cast)

November 13th 5:00-7:00 (Entire Cast)

November 14th Time TBA (Show Day)

 

Mice:

October 9th 5:45-6:45

October 16th 5:45-6:45

October 23rd 6:00-7:15

October 30th  6:00-7:30

November 6th   6:00-7:30

November 8th 1:00-3:30 (Entire Cast)

November 13th 5:00-7:00 (Entire Cast)

November 14th Time TBA (Show Day)

 

Party Guests

October 10th 3:15-4:15

October 17th 3:15-4:15

October 23rd 5:45-6:45

October 31st  3:15-4:15

November 7th 3:15-4:15

November 8th 1:00-3:30 (Entire Cast)

November 13th 5:00-7:00 (Entire Cast)

November 14th Time TBA (Show Day)

 

Snowflakes

October 10th 2:30-3:15

October 17th 2:30-3:15

October 23rd 5:00-5:45

October 31st  2:30-3:15

November 7th 2:30-3:15

November 8th 1:00-3:30 (Entire Cast)

November 13th 5:00-7:00 (Entire Cast)

November 14th Time TBA (Show Day)

 

Little Variations

October 10th 4:15-5:00

October 17th 4:15-5:00

October 23rd 6:45-7:45

October 31st  4:15-5:15

November 7th 4:15-5:15

November 8th 1:00-3:30 (Entire Cast)

November 13th 5:00-7:00 (Entire Cast)

November 14th Time TBA (Show Day)

 

Older Variations

October 10th 4:45-5:45

October 17th 4:45-5:45

October 23rd 6:45-7:45

October 31st  4:15-5:15

November 7th 4:15-5:15

November 8th 1:00-3:30 (Entire Cast)

November 13th 5:00-7:00 (Entire Cast)

November 14th Time TBA (Show Day)

 

 

 

 “IT’S HALLOWEEN MAGIC!”

28th Annual Halloween Spooktacular

 A Spooktacular Production Starring All Students of

the Joan Harris Centre

A Musical Costume Parade Featuring The Original Dance Treatment

To The Classic “Willie Wonka And The Chocolate Factory”

Dates: Saturday October 24th and Sunday October 25th

Times: Saturday 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.; Sunday 2:00 p.m.

Location: Meyers High School in Wilkes-Barre

 

“THE MAGIC FLUTE”

By Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Presented By The Pennsylvania Lyric Opera Theater

Featuring Harris Conservatory Voice Instructors; Gary Grice & Chuck Unice

Dates: November 13th & 14th 

Times: 7:30 PM 

Location: Notre Dame High School Theater

East Stroudsburg PA

For Information Call 570-328-5864

 

“THE GREAT RUSSIAN NUTCRACKER”

Presented By The Moscow Ballet

Featuring The Internationally Renown Company And Joined On Stage

By Over 80 Regional Dancers

Dates: November 14th 

Times: 7:30 PM 

Location: F.M. Kirby Center For The Performing Arts

Public Square, Wilkes-Barre PA

 

 “HAPPY HOLIDAYS!”

28th Annual Holiday Extravaganza

This Production Has Been A Holiday Tradition for Hundreds of Families

For The Past 28 Years!

Rockette Styled Routines Coupled With Stirring Lyrical Works All Stage To Contemporary And Classic Renditions Of Holiday Music
Dates: Saturday December 12, 2009 and Sunday December 13, 2009

Times: Saturday 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.; Sunday 2:00 p.m.

Location: Meyers High School in Wilkes-Barre

 

PAST EVENTS

 

 

JOAN HARRIS DANCERS APPEAR AT

ALL ABOUT DANCE SUMMER SALE

The Show Will Feature A Full Production Of The Hip Hop Set, West Coast Story

Date:  Saturday, July 18th 

Time:  2:30 PM

Location:  All About Dance Outlet Store, Kingston PA

Tickets:  The Show Is Free Of Charge

Special Note: 

Great Summer Dance Items On Sale All Day Long At The Warehouse Outlet

 

 

JOAN HARRIS DANCERS APPEAR AT

THE BACK MOUNTAIN LIBRARY

Date:  Monday, June 22nd

Time:  6:00 PM

Location:  Back Mountain Library, Dallas PA

 

“THE RHYTHM IS GONNA GET YOU!”

27th Annual June Recital

Dates: Friday June 19th and Saturday June 20th

Times: 6:30 June 19th

1:00 & 6:00 June 20th

Featuring All The Students Of The School

Gorgeous Costumes, Elaborate Scenery & Professional Lighting

Highlighted Sets Include: 

West Coast Story, A Hip-Hop Tribute To The Classic Musical West Side Story

At The Club, A Rhythmic Set That Takes Place In One Action Packed Nightclub

Blues Clues, A Children’s Set Featuring The Music From The Popular TV Show

Cry Of The Celts,  A Tribute To Michael Flatley’s Riverdance

Location: F.M. Kirby Center, Wilkes-Barre

 

 “PUSS IN BOOTS”

The Joan Harris Centre’s Annual Spring Ballet

Dates: Saturday April 18th and Sunday April 19th

Times: Saturday 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.; Sunday 2:00 p.m.

Location: Meyers High School Auditorium, Wilkes-Barre

 

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Classes For 2009 Begin

Friday January 2, 2009

 

 “A HOLLY JOLLY CHRISTMAS”

27th Annual Holiday Extravaganza

This Production Has Been A Holiday Tradition for Hundreds of Families

For The Past 27 Years!
Dates: Saturday December 13, 2008 and Sunday December 14, 2008

Times: Saturday 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.; Sunday 2:00 p.m.

Location: Meyers High School in Wilkes-Barre

Highlighted Sets Include:

A Peek Into Santa’s Workshop

How Great Thou Art

 

“TRICKS AND TREATS AND DANCING FEATS”

27th Annual Halloween Spooktacular

 A Spooktacular Production Starring All Students of the Joan Harris Centre

Dates: Saturday October 18th and Sunday October 19th

Times: Saturday 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.; Sunday 2:00 p.m.

Location: Meyers High School in Wilkes-Barre

 


JOAN HARRIS DANCERS APPEAR AT THE

BACK MOUNTAIN HARVEST FESTIVAL
Date: Sunday, September 14, 2008
Time: 1:30 PM Location: Main Street Dallas, Pennsylvania

 

“26TH ANNUAL SUMMER EXTRAVAGANZA”
A Dance Review
Date: Tuesday August 19, 2008
Time: 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Location: Knoebels Amusement Resort, Elyesburg, Pennsylvania

 

“HARRIS CONSERVATORY FOR THE ARTS

SUMMER SHOWCASE”
Featuring An Eclectic Mix Of Dance Works, Vocal Renditions, Martial Arts Demonstrations And Piano Concertos By Students Of The Harris Conservatory for the Arts
Date: Saturday August 9, 2008
Time: 7:00 p.m.

Location:  Harris Conservatory for The Arts

545 Charles Street, Luzerne, PA 18709

 

“THE BIG BAD MUSICAL”
A Hilarious Children's Musical Performed by the Students of Backstage Pass

Directed by: Karen Padden
Date: Friday August 8, 2008
Time: 7:00 p.m.

Location: Harris Conservatory for The Arts

545 Charles Street, Luzerne, PA 18709

 




 


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Joan Harris Centre
Harris Conservatory for the Arts
545 Charles St. Luzerne, PA 18709
570-287-7977