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Berrend Dance Centre

Berrend Dance Centre Artistic Director/Owner - Patricia Berrend

The Dance Centre offers a full and varied curriculum for students at all levels, an excellent faculty and small class sizes, encouraging the development of talent, confidence and self-discipline through individual attention. The atmosphere is one of enthusiasm for the dance arts as well as dedication to the very highest standards of dance training for all students. Former Berrend students are curr

ently in several noteworthy companies such as American Ballet Theatre, New York City Ballet, Pacific Northwest Ballet, Joffrey Ballet, Stuttgart Ballet, Pennsylvania Ballet, Carolina Ballet Theatre, Merce Cunningham Company, City Dance, Roxey Ballet, and Lucy Bowen and Company.

Operating as usual

01/05/2023

Achieving a perfectly executed turn in ballet requires more than just a strong core and quick footwork.

The foundation of any turn starts with a solid plié. Make sure to focus on maintaining proper form in your plié by keeping your feet turned out, your knees over your toes, and your chest lifted.

With a little extra attention to your plié, you'll be turning like a pro in no time! 💪

01/02/2023

The head leads the way in dance, and the weight of the leg follows ✅

Watch how the dancer's head movement affects the weight and direction of the leg 👀💡

Leave a comment if you found this video helpful!

Learn more:
🔗 https://www.berrenddancecentre.com/

12/27/2022

Another day, another set of noteworthy tips from Mr. Du 💃

Drop "❤️" if you found this video helpful!

Photos from Olney Ballet Theatre's post
12/22/2022

Photos from Olney Ballet Theatre's post

12/20/2022

12/19/2022

Proper feet position when doing Passé back ✅✨

Watch till the end to learn more 💡

12/16/2022

If your toes are fully pointed, you'll hear this sound ✅✅

Watch closely and listen carefully! 👀👂

12/14/2022

Do not wobble. Hold your legs ✨ sustainably ✨ during the Effacé ‼️

Watch till the end to learn more from Mr. 🔥

👉 https://www.berrenddancecentre.com/

12/11/2022

Tips for BETTER Fouettés 🌟

Keep your back straight ✅‼️

12/10/2022

Avoid using the hips when doing Double Fondu ❌❌

👉 Watch till the end to know what you should do instead ✅

It's that time of the year again ❄The Olney Ballet Theatre is pleased to announce the return of Mary Day's "The Nutcrack...
12/08/2022

It's that time of the year again ❄

The Olney Ballet Theatre is pleased to announce the return of Mary Day's "The Nutcracker," which will be performed this year on the stage of Our Lady of Good Counsel from December 20th to December 24th!

Before we know it, the stage will be a-swirl with snowflakes like the city itself, so don't wait to reserve your seats.

Check out the link below for tickets:
https://www.olneyballet.org/tickets

12/08/2022

Tips to improve your fifth position! 🌟

👉 When coming to fifth position, your pinky toe should be the one to lead, instead of the heel ✅

Save this reel for later!

12/07/2022

Achieve stronger, more stable legs right before doing passé by following this great tip! 💡

Watch the full video to learn more from Mrs. Du 🙌

12/06/2022

Wanting to have a better foot arch? 🩰 Watch!

The technique is to make sure the part of your foot where the elastic (on your shoes) is located pops out the most ‼️

Send this to someone who might need it!

14 days until we hit the Our Lady of Good Counsel Performing Arts Center stage for our magical performance!🐭💂 Nutcracker...
12/05/2022

14 days until we hit the Our Lady of Good Counsel Performing Arts Center stage for our magical performance!
🐭💂 Nutcracker tickets are available now!!!

✨Get your tickets before they sell out!

https://www.olneyballet.org/tickets

12/05/2022

Immerse yourself in the magic of the most cherished holiday performances with Mary Day's The Nutcracker! 🎄⛄❄️

Visit the link below to purchase tickets now!

https://www.olneyballet.org/tickets

12/05/2022

This minor correction will make your plié so much better. Watch closely! 👀

Note: Be careful not to roll forward and let your calves touch when executing Plié. Instead, they should go away from each other.

Hope this video helps!

Learn more:
https://www.berrenddancecentre.com/adult-division

Only 16 days 'til showtime! 🎄❄️🍭Get your tickets before you miss out on this Holiday tradition 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🏩https://www.olney...
12/04/2022

Only 16 days 'til showtime! 🎄❄️🍭

Get your tickets before you miss out on this Holiday tradition 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🏩

https://www.olneyballet.org/tickets

Our Nutcracker performance is getting closer and closer 🐎🐎🐎Have you gotten your tickets yet? 🎟️Head to our website if yo...
12/03/2022

Our Nutcracker performance is getting closer and closer 🐎🐎🐎

Have you gotten your tickets yet? 🎟️

Head to our website if you still haven't:
https://www.olneyballet.org/tickets

We can’t wait to share the ✨ magic ✨ of this season’s Nutcracker with you and all your loved ones 💗🔔Grab your tickets be...
12/03/2022

We can’t wait to share the ✨ magic ✨ of this season’s Nutcracker with you and all your loved ones 💗🔔

Grab your tickets before they sell out!

https://www.olneyballet.org/tickets

"Patience, persistence, and perspiration make an unbeatable combination for success."
12/03/2022

"Patience, persistence, and perspiration make an unbeatable combination for success."

12/02/2022

✨ Ballet Tips for Better Degagé ✨

Pay attention to your 📌hips & 📌inner thighs ‼️

Watch till the end to learn more from Mrs. Du ❤️

Have you bought your Nutcracker Tickets yet?!?! 🩰We hope you join us on the 19th to 24th of December, kicking off with t...
12/02/2022

Have you bought your Nutcracker Tickets yet?!?! 🩰

We hope you join us on the 19th to 24th of December, kicking off with the holiday tradition, The Nutcracker! 🎄🌟

Head to the link below to grab your tickets now! 🎟️

https://www.olneyballet.org/tickets

Friendly reminder to get your tickets now before it's... gone 👀😆Grab yours today! 🎄❄️Click the link below for tickets:ht...
12/02/2022

Friendly reminder to get your tickets now before it's... gone 👀😆

Grab yours today! 🎄❄️

Click the link below for tickets:
https://www.olneyballet.org/tickets

We can’t wait to share the Magic of this season’s Nutcracker with you and all your loved ones 💗🔔Grab your tickets before...
12/01/2022

We can’t wait to share the Magic of this season’s Nutcracker with you and all your loved ones 💗🔔

Grab your tickets before they sell out!

https://www.olneyballet.org/tickets

It's the perfect day to shop for The Nutcracker tickets! ❄️❄️Order your Nutcracker tickets today to get the best seats 😉...
12/01/2022

It's the perfect day to shop for The Nutcracker tickets! ❄️❄️

Order your Nutcracker tickets today to get the best seats 😉🤫

Click the link below:
https://www.olneyballet.org/tickets

12/01/2022

Some noteworthy tips to help you maintain your balance when going from attitude to plié ✅✅

Watch closely. Save this reel for later 😉

11/30/2022

Some more noteworthy tips from Mrs. Du that will give you the skills to master an arabesque 💃💃

Save this reel for later 🌟

Only 19 days 'til showtime! 🎄❄️🍭Get your tickets before you miss out on this Holiday tradition 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🏩https://www.olney...
11/30/2022

Only 19 days 'til showtime! 🎄❄️🍭

Get your tickets before you miss out on this Holiday tradition 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🏩

https://www.olneyballet.org/tickets

Nothing fills our hearts more than seeing our dancers working together, supporting each other, and learning from one ano...
11/29/2022

Nothing fills our hearts more than seeing our dancers working together, supporting each other, and learning from one another— all while having fun 🌟🌟

Watch them perform their show this holidays 🎄❄️

December 19-24, 2022

https://www.olneyballet.org/tickets

Nutcracker rehearsals are in full swing! 🎄Lots of laughs, focus, hard work, and fun! 🥳All of the dancers are showing inc...
11/29/2022

Nutcracker rehearsals are in full swing! 🎄

Lots of laughs, focus, hard work, and fun! 🥳

All of the dancers are showing incredible work ethic and passion as we prepare for our performances! 💃🕺

✨ Tickets available here:
https://www.olneyballet.org/tickets

11/28/2022

are giving us all the holiday feels! 🎄❄️

👉🏻 A HUGE thank you to all of the parents for your endless efforts in driving your beautiful dancers to all of the rehea...
11/28/2022

👉🏻 A HUGE thank you to all of the parents for your endless efforts in driving your beautiful dancers to all of the rehearsals and classes!

We couldn’t do this without YOU!!! 💗

Getting closer to showtime! ❄️🩰🎄♥️
11/28/2022

Getting closer to showtime! ❄️🩰🎄♥️

Address

9264 Gaither Road
Gaithersburg, MD
20877

Opening Hours

Monday 3pm - 8:30pm
Tuesday 3pm - 8:30pm
Wednesday 3pm - 8:30pm
Thursday 3pm - 8:30pm
Friday 3pm - 8:30pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm

Telephone

(301) 296-6136

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The XA Project celebrates its 5 year anniversary today!

In the past 5 years, The XA Project has gifted over 1100+ tickets to over 90+ amazing concerts to pediatric patient families!! And we have brought the joy and beauty of the arts directly to patients at The Children's Inn at NIH and Children’s National Hospital.

Here are some pictures of those inspiring performances at pediatric institutions over the past 5 years.

THANK YOU Alli Mauzey, Sharon Clark, National Symphony Orchestra, Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, Olney Ballet Theatre, Berrend Dance Centre (Patricia Berrend), Jeffrey Howard, Anna Soukiassian, Yolit Flamenco, Young Playwright Theatre, Hope Garden Ballet Academy (Fran Ichijo), Anton Doan and Gabriel Stanback for sharing your extraordinary talents with the families over the past 5 years!

Marcus Welch (musician studying double bass at Oberlin Music Conservatory) will be giving a concert at the Children's Inn at NIH on January 19, 2020! Thank you Marcus!

The XA Project is dedicated to bringing joy and smiles to seriously ill kids and their families. We have more in store for 2020 and beyond. Stay tuned! 💛

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Looking for something new ?
Check out Berrend Dance Centre & their new location on August 24!
Amazing costume sale - just in time for Halloween! 1:00 -7:00 pm today, Sunday, 10/7, at Berrend Dance Centre. Great selection! reduced prices! Something for everyone!
Congratulations to Carissa C., who was selected by Berrend Dance Centre faculty to receive The XA Project Merit Scholarship Award. The XA Project granted BDC the scholarship because of its demonstrated commitment to sharing the Arts with the community, particularly pediatric patient families. Carissa’s dedication to dance, positive regard for others, and selfless service to her community exemplifies The XA Project's motto: The Arts Touching Hearts. 💛 Congratulations Carissa!
What's for dinner tonight?

From 5pm to 9pm, enjoy some music for your mouth at Chipotle!

Chipotle will host another fundraiser for OBT.

We need to generate at least $300.00 in qualified sales in order to receive a donation.

Spread the word to family and friends!
Halloween Class at: Berrend Dance Centre, such a fun group of Characters!! 🎃🕷🕸👻

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Post Halloween Class at: Berrend Dance Centre. Showed up thinking I would be teaching young ladies, but to my surprise the classroom was filled with young men... Not to mention my lookalike, chapstick and 🎃👻all...LOL...such a fun group of Characters!!

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Don't you just love intimate performances? That is what our Studio of Ballet Arts Studio of Ballet Arts Community Stage lineup for the Sandy Spring Museum Strawberry Festival is all about. Check out the acts this year:
Musa Martial Arts MUSA Martial Arts
Concepts in Motivation Concepts In Motivation, Inc.
Berrend Dance Center Berrend Dance Centre
The Pinto Beans
Emily Mitchell
Grace Castle
Leanna Rathbun
Sam Hill & Jesse Gunn: Masters of Mystery www.masters-of-mystery.com
Kate Keeley
Joseph R. Monasterial Joseph R. Monasterial
St. John’s Jazz Ensemble & OASIS MTE

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Visitors Week at Berrend Dance Centre,
a moment captured during my:
Level 3A&B Technique Class!
School Director: Patricia Berrend

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The XA Project is pleased to announce that dancers from Berrend Dance Centre will perform at the "The Arts Touching Hearts: A Celebration of Young Artists" benefit concert for The XA Project on Friday, March 11, 2016 @ 8:00pm (Kreeger Auditorium, JCCGW, Rockville, MD)! Choreography by Aaron Jackson and Pat Berrend will be performed.

Tickets available: https://thexaproject.yapsody.com/event/index/28917/the-arts-touching-hearts-2016

See these very talented young ballerinas, watch other amazing artists, and support a good cause - bringing smiles to pediatric patients and their families through the Arts! You are not going to want to miss this concert!

Today is the last day of National Small Business Week. Thank you to all of the businesses that participated in the District 4 Small Business Spotlight this week: The Backyard Naturalist Springboard Training Gorman's Garments & Gear SeekingSitters D.C & Montgomery County Kona Ice of Central Gaithersburg/Germantown Berrend Dance Centre Christopher's Hardware Quinter Design luxuria-salon-and-spa Blue Mash Golf Course. If you missed any of the profiles, you can check them out here: http://www.councilmembernavarro.com/sbw2015/
Yesterday, for the third day of National Small Business Week, I profiled Kona Ice of Central Gaithersburg/Germantown and Berrend Dance Centre. Learn more about these and other profiled businesses here: http://www.councilmembernavarro.com/sbw2015/
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