WELCOME
For nearly 50 years, Betty Jo’s Dance Center has been committed to providing high-quality dance classes that enhance the overall development of the child. We provide a family friendly environment to encourage our students to explore dance with qualified, nurturing instructors. We are conveniently located in Apple Valley, Minnesota close to Rosemount, Lakeville, Farmington, Eagan, Burnsville, Prior Lake and Savage.
SCHOOL YEAR CALENDAR
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Sept. 6, 2023: First Day of School Year Session Classes
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Sept. 16, 2023: Nutcracker Auditions 1:30-4:00 p.m.
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Sept. 25-30, 2023: Crazy Hair Week
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Oct. 24-30, 2023: Halloween Dress Up Week & Bring a Friend to Dance Week (3/4 yr olds & K/1st)
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Oct. 31, 2023: No classes, Halloween
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Nov. 6-11, 2023: 3 yrs.- 3rd grade Parent Observation Week
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Nov. 22-26, 2023: Thanksgiving Break
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December 4-9, 2023: Crazy Holiday Sweater Week
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Dec. 10, 2023: The Nutcracker, 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Ives Auditorium
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Dec. 17, 2023: Winter Show for 3 yrs. through 3rd grade 1 pm, 2pm, 3 pm or 4 pm Ives Auditorium
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Dec. 17, 2023: The Nutcracker, 6:00 p.m. Ives Auditorium
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Dec. 20, 2023 - Jan. 2, 2024: Winter Break
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February 12-17, 2024: Crazy Hearts Week
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Mar. 11-17, 2024: 3 yrs.- 3rd grade Parent Observation Week
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March 18-23, 2024: Crazy Colors Week
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Mar. 25 - 31, 2024: Spring Break
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April 20, 2024: Dad/Daughter Photos -- 1:15 pm (6th & Up) and 2:30 pm (2nd-5th)
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April 21, 2024: Open Division Photo Date
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May 15, 2024: Recital Dress Rehearsal 4th & Up, Eastview High School
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May 16, 2024: Recital Dress Rehearsal 3 yrs.-3rd Grade & Dad/Daughter Dance, Eastview High School
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May 17-19, 2024: Annual Recital, Eastview High School
PLATINUM PROGRAM CALENDAR
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Sat., September 16, 2024: Mandatory Platinum Program Parent/Dancer Meeting 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. (following Nutcracker auditions)
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Sat., February 3, 2024: Competition Kick Off Party! 5:00-8:00 p.m.
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Sat., February 10, 2024: Mandatory Platinum Program Rehearsal 1:30-4:00 p.m.
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Sun., February 11, 2024: Solos/Duos/Trios Rehearsal 1:30-4:00 p.m.
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Sat., February 17, 2024: Solos/Duos/Trios Showcase 6:00 p.m. Ives Auditorium
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Sat., March 2, 2024: Mandatory Platinum Program Dress Rehearsal 1:30-4:00 p.m.
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Sun., March 3, 2024: Platinum Program Photo Date
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Mar. 15 - 17, 2024: Act 1 Talent Competition, Hopkins High School
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Apr. 10 - 14, 2024: Bravo Dance Competition, Ames Center, Burnsville
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Apr. 25 - 28, 2024: Encore Performing Arts Competition, Hopkins High School
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May 17-19, 2024: Annual Recital, Eastview High School
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June 10-27, 2024: Summer Intensives (Mon.-Thur. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.)
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June 27, 2024: Auditions for 2023-2024 Companies 3:15-5:30 p.m.
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July 8-24, 2023: Kick Team Workshop/Auditions (Mon. & Wed. evenings)
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