Publication - Fred Astaire Dance Studios

Publication - Fred Astaire Dance Studios

Join the fun at
CCDC 2015
April 7- 11
Fred Astaire Dance Studios’ National Competitions
are always full of exhilarating performances,
dazzling showcases, and exciting parties!
Come dance in the luxury of the Hilton Atlanta,
at the heart of downtown Atlanta, within walking
distance of some of the best attractions in the city.
Settle in to a contemporary guest room with
thoughtful amenities, then explore the hotel’s
wonderful features such as the outdoor pool and
fully equipped fitness center, outdoor tennis courts,
full-sized basketball court and jogging track.
Dine at Nikolai’s Roof Restaurant and take
in the stunning view of Atlanta’s starlit
skyline, or
kick back and sip cocktails in the cozy
atmosphere of The Point of View lounge.
On the go?... Marketplace is a 24-hr café
serving gourmet food items, Starbucks®
coffee and Krispy Kreme® donuts to
fuel your dancer’s appetite!
HILTON ATLANTA
255 Courtland Street
NE, Atlanta, GA 30303
(404) 659-2000
Whether you’ve got a few hours or days, stay & play your
way with these fun things to do in
Atlanta!
Georgia Aquarium
Dive into a one-of-a-kind aquatic
experience at the world’s
largest aquarium
Tour the core of CNN Worldwide for an up-close
look at global news in the making
World of Coca-Cola
Featuring a multi-sensory 4-D theater,
and an extraordinary 1880s soda fountain!
Centennial Olympic Park
Home of the 1996 Centennial Olympic Games
and the world’s largest Olympic Ring fountain
Atlanta Botanical Garden
With more than 30 acres of gardens, forest, wildflower
trails and the 10,000-square-foot Fuqua Orchid Center
2015 Schedule of Events
Tuesday April 7, 2015
2:00 PM - 10:00 PM 2:00 PM 5:00 PM 6:00 PM 7:30 PM 8:30 PM 10:00 PM 11:00 PM #1 Tuesday Session
Rhythm Proficiency
Argentine Tango Closed and Open Divisions
Bronze, Silver, Gold Solo Performances
Novelty Performances
Bronze, Silver, Gold Showcase Performances
Professional Showcase Competition.
Showcase Extravaganza Cast Party and Awards Dinner.
Wednesday April 8, 2015
7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Breakfast
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM #2 Wednesday Matinée Session
American Rhythm Bronze Closed Single Dance Divisions
American Rhythm Bronze Open Single Dance Divisions
8:30 AM -10:30 AM
VIP Lounge Open
12:00 Noon - 2:00 PM
Lunch (Cash or Room Charge)
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
VIP Lounge Open
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Dinner
6:00 PM - 11:00 PM #3 Wednesday Evening Session
American Rhythm Closed Silver and Higher Single Dance Divisions
Professional Divisions:
Professional American Style Smooth Bronze and Silver Divisions
Professional American Style Rhythm Bronze and Silver Closed Divisions
Professionals Show Dance Division
Thursday April 9, 2015
7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
12:00 Noon - 2:00 PM
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
6:00 PM - 11:00 PM Breakfast
#4 Thursday Matinée Session
American Rhythm Silver and Higher Open Single Dance Divisions
American Rhythm Open Single Dance Championships Divisions
American Rhythm Closed Championship Divisions
American Rhythm Open Championship Divisions
American Rhythm Closed and Open Scholarship Divisions
VIP Lounge Open
Lunch (Cash or Room Charge)
VIP Lounge Open
Dinner
#5 Thursday Evening Session
American Smooth Open Single Dance Division
Professional Divisions:
Professional American Style Novice/Mixed Closed Division
Professional American Rising Star Smooth Division
Professional American Rising Star Rhythm Division
Professional Open Cabaret Division
Friday April 10, 2015
7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Breakfast
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM #6 Friday Matinée Session
American Smooth Single Dance Division
American Smooth Closed Bronze, Silver and Gold Championship and Scholarship Divisions
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
VIP Lounge Open
12:00 Noon - 2:00 PM Lunch (Cash or Room Charge)
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
VIP Lounge Open
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Dinner
6:00 PM - 12AM #7 Friday Evening Session
International Ballroom Closed and Open Single Dance Divisions
International Ballroom Closed and Open Championships Division
International Ballroom Closed and Open Scholarships Division
Pro/ Am Cabaret Division.
Professional Divisions:
Professional American Style Novice Division
Professional American Style Smooth Open Division
Professional American Style Rhythm Open Division
Professional International Ballroom Open Division
Professional International Latin Open Division
Saturday April 11, 2015
7:00 AM - 10:00 AM Breakfast
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM #8 Saturday Matinée Session
American Smooth Proficiency
Smooth Open Single Dance Championship Divisions
Smooth Open Dance Championships Divisions
Smooth Open Scholarships Divisions
Proficiency International Latin Division
International Latin Closed and Open Divisions
International Latin Championship and Scholarship Divisions
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
VIP Lounge Open
12:00 Noon - 2:00 PM Lunch (Cash or Room Charge)
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
VIP Lounge Open
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Dinner
6:30 PM - 11PM #9 Saturday Evening Session
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Cocktail Party
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
General Dancing and Awards Presentations
10:00 PM Showcase of Champions (Theme: An Evening with Fred Astaire - Formal Attire)
Sunday April 12, 2015
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Mentoring Program for Professionals
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Student Workshops
Officials & Crew
President and CEO
Jack Rothweiler
Vice President
Allen King
Co-National Dance Directors
Sasha Bylim
Stephen Knight
Master of Ceremonies
Pahjmon Lipsey
Daniel Tackett
Show Choreographers
Dan Rutherford
Nicole Carroll-Rutherford
National Competition Organizer
John Gates
Registration
Robin Pinson
Danielle Oplaski
Jen Crandall
Banquet Coordinator
Jessica Lengenfelder
Show Producer
Nicholas Plant
Awards
Angie Schultz
Celebration Station
Suzanne Carter
Chairman of Judges
Laura Martin
Jeannie Penatello
National Competition Coordinator Video Screen Awards
Bonnie MacKenzie
Doug Wallach
Competition Chairman
Tad Joy
National Competition Liaison
Jean Marc Casanave
Scrutineers
Will Minderhout
Lee Swinehart
Registrar
Sherry Strehlow
On Deck Captains
Gigi LaValle
Anna Tomasini
Megan Mavor
Runners
Rikki Lynn Bendinelli
Jessica Picota
Shannon Maranno
Social Media
Alex Casper
Social Media Host
Stephen Knight
Fred Astaire Dance
Store Consultant
Tobi von Dein
Music
Jason Vespalec
David Innis
CCDC Judges
1.
Eduard Apolonov
2.
Hayk Arshakian
3.
Marylynn Benitez / Inv
4.
Kostadin Bidjourov
5.
Lyall Bradshaw / Inv
6.
Olga Bylim
7.
Jim Carter
8.
Bruno Collins
9.
Jack Davy / Inv
10. Greg Fidurski
11. George Hendricks /Inv
12. Ilya Ifraimov
13. Gabriela Jileva
14. Martin Lamb
15. Chantal LeClerc
16. Tomas Lewandowski
17. Stanley McCalla
18. Charlie Penatello
19. Luann Pulliam
20. Richard Silver / Inv
21. Yuriy Simakov
22. Marina Tarsinov
23. Tommie Trovato