August summer workshops are just around the corner, Monday, August 13th to Wednesday, August 15th! "Read More" for details ...
Registration for September 2018 continues throughout the summer! Class sizes are limited, don't miss out!
The 2017/18 season has ended and the studio is now CLOSED. Registration continues online for both September 2018 and Summer at the Studio sessions.
Congratulations to everyone who performed this past Saturday at Vanier Hall! We can only hope that it was a fun and memorable experience. You were amazing!
Once again, the 2018/19 class schedule has been updated to include several new classes.
We are currently updating our website for 2018/19 pre-registration. Related menu links will be unavailable until sign-up begins on Tuesday, May 22nd @ 3pm. Thank you for your patience!
Victoria Day is just around the corner and there will be no classes in session during the long weekend. The studio will be CLOSED on Saturday, May 19th and Monday, May 21st. Classes resume on Tuesday, May 22nd.
Recital ticket sales begin on Monday, May 7th @ 3pm in the Excalibur Dance Shoppe.
We are pleased to announce open auditions for Excalibur's 2018/19 competitive troupe program! Click "Read More" for details.
The studio will be CLOSED for Spring Break and Easter, Saturday, March 17th through to Monday, April 2nd. There are NO CLASSES in session on March 17th, classes resume on Tuesday, April 3rd.
The studio will be CLOSED on Monday, February 12th as we celebrate Family Day! Please note: CLASSES ARE IN SESSION on Saturday, February 10th.
Happy New Year! Second semester registration has begun and will continue throughout the month of January. Classes resume on Tuesday, January 2nd.
Beginning on Monday, December 18th, the studio will be CLOSED for the remainder of 2017. Classes will resume with the start of our second semester on Tuesday, January 2nd 2018. Happy Holidays, everyone!
We are currently accepting donations for the Prince George Humane Society!
Our annual Holiday Recital takes to the stage this Saturday, December 9th @ Vanier Hall, with performances at 10am, 1pm, 4pm, and 7pm!
The studio will be CLOSED (no classes in session) on Saturday, November 11th as we observe Remembrance Day. NOTE: The studio is OPEN on Monday, November 13th--classes are in session as normal.
Celebrate the season with a spectacular showcase of Celtic song and dance, December 2nd and 3rd at Vanier Hall! "Read More" for details.
Recital tickets sales begin on Monday, November 6th @ 3pm! Four performances on Saturday, December 9th at Vanier Hall. Seating is assigned and limited. Don't forget to include a ticket for your dancer; it's free!
The studio will be CLOSED on Tuesday, October 31st. Enjoy an evening of tricks and treats! As always, in the days leading up to Halloween, students are permitted to wear costumes to class (provided they are safe to dance in).
The studio will be CLOSED on Saturday, Oct 7th and Monday, Oct 9th. Classes resume on Tuesday, Oct 10th. View all 2017/18 studio closures here. Enjoy your weekend, Happy Thanksgiving!
Our 2017/18 season begins on Tuesday, September 5th, 2017! Due to Labour Day, Monday classes meet for the first time next week, on September 11th.
THE EXCALIBUR DANCE SHOPPE will be open Tuesday, August 29th and Thursday, August 31st from 11am-2pm! Classes begin on Tuesday, September 5th. Beat the rush, visit the Shoppe prior to the start of the season.
The studio will be CLOSED for the Easter Long Weekend: Friday, April 14th through to Monday, April 17th. Classes will resume on Tuesday, April 18th.
Our second semester begins (and classes resume) on Tuesday, January 3rd. Happy New Year, everyone!
We are proud to announce two brand new Health & Fitness classes: Youth Yoga and Yoga for Adults feat. guest instructors Emily Wilson and Ken Bilski. "Read More" for details ...
Registration continues throughout the month of October, both online and off. Access the "Classes" menu to view times, pricing, and availability. Should you require assistance, office staff are available from 3pm-6:30pm Monday to Friday and 9am-3pm on Saturday.
Calling all singers! During last season's year end recital, there was mention of an Excalibur Choir. Interested? Contact Melanie at the Northern Vocal Arts Academy for details, 250-552-8881 or nvaapg@gmail.com.
Saturday, September 10th from 10am-2pm. Stop by and celebrate the grand opening of our new space! The office and Dance Shoppe will be open, and staff will be on hand to answer any questions you may have.
There is so much happening at Excalibur! "Read More" for details ...
Online registration continues throughout the summer. Our season begins on Monday, September 12th, 2016. Follow the "Classes" menu link above to view availability, dates, times, and pricing.
Today was our last official day of classes in the Ogilvie Street studio ...
Our biggest selection of summer programs yet! "Read More" for details.
BIG NEWS! WE ARE MOVING! It's official: Excalibur is relocating! June 2016 will be our final month in the current facility.
RECITAL TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE! Click "Read More" for additional information.
Our final performance of the season, Year End Recital, will be held on Saturday, June 11th at Vanier Hall (in PGSS). Ticket sale information to be announced.
Second semester sign-up is drawing to a close! Registration ends on Monday, February 15th. New registrants only. If you danced in the first semester and wish to continue, there is no need to re-enroll.
Interested in traditional Scottish highland dancing? Check out the Reel North highland dance competition on Saturday, January 30th at the Prince George Civic Centre! Dancing begins at 9am.
Congratulations to all of the performers who participated in the Holiday Recital at Vanier Hall on Saturday!
To answer a very common question: Yes, classes DO continue in December!
OUR 2015/16 SEASON BEGINS ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8TH! If you need to visit the office or Dance Shoppe prior to classes, we will be opening early (Tuesday only). Doors open at noon, classes begin at 3:30pm.
2015/16 pre-registration has been extended! Register online no later than Saturday, July 4th, save 15% off September tuition fees.
Our season may be drawing to a close, but that doesn't mean we're done dancing! Interested in summer workshops? Click "Read More" for details.
Three new classes have been added to the 2015/16 schedule! By popular demand, kinder and junior ballet now have weekday sessions. View availability using our "Classes" menu selection or find the PDF schedule under "Information".
Pre-registration for September 2015 will begin on Monday, June 1st--both online and offline registration for next season will be available as of 3pm. The 2015/16 class schedule will be released in the near future, prior to June 1st. Many more details to come!
Year end recital tickets are on sale now! We are CLOSED this upcoming Saturday, May 16th and Monday, May 18th--you will not be able to purchase tickets on either day. Seating is assigned and the "good seats" go fast, so please visit the ticket tables ASAP.
Our year end recital is fast approaching! Tickets go on sale next week. "Read More" for details.
Registration for our second semester is officially closed (both online and off). Sign up for our 2015/16 season will begin in the near future. Keep an eye on the website and our Facebook page for details.
With "Spring Break" only two weeks away, it's going to be an odd February for closures, especially if you have Monday and/or Saturday classes! "Read More" for details.
CLASSES ARE IN SESSION! Welcome back everyone, and Happy New Year!
Registration for our 2nd semester has begun! "Read More" for details ...
'Tis the season, and the studio will be CLOSED for the remainder of 2014 as of Monday, December 15th. Click through for details.
We are in the process of updating the schedule for our 2nd semester, including new classes set to begin in January 2015. "Read More" for details!
Our annual Holiday Recital takes to the stage in just a few days, on Saturday, November 29th at Vanier Hall!
Performances include our littlest dancers at 10am, our 5-9 year olds at noon, ages 10 and over at 3pm, and our competitive troupe showcase at 6pm. Tickets are on sale now in the Excalibur office and will be available at the door (cash or cheque only at the venue). Everyone is welcome! Kick off the holiday season with a celebration of dance!
Students may wear costumes to class starting Friday, October 24th. Also: There are NO CLASSES on Friday, October 31st, so trick-or-treat, party down, and enjoy your spooky evening. Don't worry about missing dance! :)
We currently offer a Parent Dance & Choreo class on Tuesday nights at 7:30pm, and we're looking for a few more brave souls to join. "Read More" for details!
As we approach the end of our first month, we continue to make changes to the schedule based on feedback and demand. Registration remains open until mid-October, so it's not too late!
We ask for feedback and discuss both short and adult classes (including tap and Zumba). "Read More" for details!
The 2014 Year End Recital DVDs are in! If you placed an order and wish to obtain your copy, office staff will be available to assist you this Wednesday, July 23rd from 11am-1pm. If you are unable to make it this time around, no worries. In the coming weeks, there will be additional opportunities for you to visit the office for DVD pick-up and 2014/15 registration. Dates and times to be announced.
2014/15 online registration continues throughout the summer.
We do our best to maintain smaller class sizes, so space is limited. If your desired class is full, do not hesitate to join a wait list as new options will be added to the schedule based on demand. Follow the "REGISTER NOW!" menu link for more information. Have a great summer, everyone!
With recital come and gone, Excalibur's 15th anniversary season has drawn to a close! All four shows were fantastic and everyone involved should be very proud of their accomplishment. CONGRATULATIONS! "Read More" for the long version. :)
Recital ticket sales begin this upcoming Monday, May 5th @ 3pm. Pre-registration for our 2014/15 season begins the following week, on Monday, May 12th. It's going to be a busy month!
Easter is just around the corner and that means a four day weekend starting next Friday, April 18th. There studio will be CLOSED on Friday, Saturday, and Monday, with classes resuming on Tuesday, April 22nd. Happy Easter, everyone!
Looking for something new in the new year? For the first time ever, Excalibur is proud to offer Zumba classes! What is Zumba, you ask? Click "Read More" to find out ...
Classes are in session! Even so, don't put yourself in harm's way attempting to reach the studio. The RCMP is recommending we stay off the roads and it's hard to argue. Our parking lot is a mess, attendance is WAY down, and a number of our teachers are stranded elsewhere, but we'll do our best to find a place for your dancer should you decide to make the trip. Be safe, everyone!
Despite several snowed in teachers, we are doing our best to keep Wednesday classes running! That said, please do not take unnecessary risks. The roads are treacherous and getting worse by the minute, so if you're at all hesitant to brave the conditions, please stay home and stay safe. The extreme snowfall warning continues and we'll keep a close eye on how things progress. Should the weather impact any of tomorrow's classes, we'll be sure to let you know ASAP.
To all who attend our Adult Stretch & Strength drop-in classes on Wednesday nights at 7:30pm, December 11th will be the final class of 2013. The class will resume on Wednesday, January 8th.
Parent Participation Week begins on Monday, December 2nd and runs through to Saturday, December 7th. Parents and guardians are invited to sit in, view classes, and join the fun!
Seating and space is limited, so please, no more than two spectators per student. See you soon!
The recital may be over, but the semester continues! Classes resume today and continue through to Saturday, December 14th, after which the studio will close for the remainder of the holiday season.
RECITAL TOMORROW!
Of course, this means the studio will be CLOSED. As students, teaching staff, and management will be at Vanier Hall for the majority of the day, there will be no classes on Saturday, November 16th. Click "Read More" for important reminders ...
Do you have a dancer in recital this Saturday? Have you seen the performance orders? If not, be sure to check them out! It's important that everyone know when and where they dance. The orders were sent out via email several days ago and have also been posted on the lobby bulletin boards. If you spot any conflicts, errors, or omissions, please let us know! Thanks in advance.
With Halloween just over a week away, all the ghosts and goblins are invited to wear costumes to dance class! Starting on Oct 24th, students are permitted to wear costumes in the studio. We realize this is short notice for tomorrow, but we hope to see at least a few dancers all dressed up. From Thurs, Oct 24th through to Wed, Oct 30th, wear a costume and have some fun as we count down to the scariest night of the year. Trick-or-treat!
As you may know, recital tickets are now on sale. Whether this is your first recital or your thirty-first, there are a few things to consider when visiting the ticket tables. "Read More" for additional info ...
With all the recent talk of recital ticket sales, it's safe to assume that many of you--especially those of you new to the studio--have questions regarding the performance. Plenty of additional information will be sent out in the coming weeks, but for now, here are the basics (click "Read More" for details) ...
Happy Labour Day, everyone! We hope you're enjoying the long weekend. Just a reminder, the office and Dance Shoppe will be OPEN from 3-6pm today--your last chance to get in and beat the rush before everything kicks off tomorrow. :)
Due to popular demand, we have added a beginner Musical Theatre class for ages 7-12, scheduled for Friday at 4:30pm. The class will feature a trio of instructors, one for each of the three disciplines: singing, dancing and acting! Space is limited. Begin your registration process by visiting the class page.
If you placed an order with VideoNexus during our June 15th Year End Recital at Vanier Hall, your DVD will be available for pick-up starting next week. Summer office hours begin on Monday, August 19th: Monday-Friday, 3-6pm.
Did you know that Excalibur is offering summer classes for students as young as 3 years old, starting next week? "Read More" for details!
With recital come and gone, Excalibur's 14th season has drawn to a close! All four shows were fantastic and everyone involved should be very proud of their accomplishment. CONGRATULATIONS! We can only hope it was a fun and positive experience for all the performers, because really, that's why we do it! Click "Read More" for the long version. :)
The 2012/13 season has ended and the studio is now CLOSED for the summer months. Classes will resume with the first day of our 2013/14 season on Tuesday, September 3rd. Office staff will be available during scheduled periods of time (to be announced) and Summer at the Studio 2013 will be ongoing throughout the months of July and August (see our "Documents" section for details). Have an amazing summer, everyone!
Excalibur Year End Recital 2013, Saturday, June 15th @ Vanier Hall. Performances at 10am, noon, 3pm and 7pm. Tickets at the door. Student/senior pricing available, children 6 and under are free. Our students take to the stage to celebrate the successful culmination of our 2012/13 season! BEST OF LUCK TO ALL THE DANCERS!! Have fun out there!
Interested in summer dance? We have a lot to offer this season, with sessions starting as early as June 18th. Highland summer dance, intensive workshops, and classes offering students of all ages the chance to try something new. Download and print a copy of the summer dance schedules from our "Documents" page, or view options (with dates, times and pricing) on our Events calendar. Lots to choose from, and more on the way! Space is limited. Register for Summer at the Studio in the main office (sorry, no online registration at this time).
Pre-registration for September 2013 has begun! From now until June 30th, register for 2013/14 and save 15% off September tuition fees. Click "Read More" for details.
The online system is up and running and you should now be able to browse our 2013/14 class selection using the "REGISTER NOW!" menu option above. Once you have found the class of your choice, select the appropriate "Register" link to begin your registration process. Of course, good ol' fashion pen-and-paper registration is likewise available in our main office in Building 1.
We were hoping to have online registration live by 9am, but there will be a slight delay due to computers being silly. Sorry for the inconvenience!
You may notice that our "Classes" menu selection has disappeared. Don't fret! The pages detailing our class selections are temporarily under construction as we update the site to include our 2013/14 class schedule. Everything should be back up and running by Monday, May 27th, ready for online pre-registration.
What's happening on Monday, May 27th? Lots! The 2013/14 class schedule, troupe audition results, and summer workshop details will all be released, pre-registration for September 2013 will begin (both online and off), AND we will begin accepting enrollment for summer workshops (not available online, unfortunately). Get ready! :)
Important reminder: 2013 Year End Recital tickets go on sale today at 3pm! As always, the ticket table is located in the Dance Shoppe in building 1. On Saturday, June 15th, there will be four performances throughout the day as determined by age and level. Seating is assigned and limited, seating charts may be viewed at the ticket table.
"Read More" for additional info.
Are you waiting to see the 2013/14 class schedule? Do you have a dancer anticipating the troupe audition results?
Click "Read More" for an update!
Spring has finally sprung, summer is coming, and May long weekend is fast approaching. With Victoria Day scheduled for May 20th, the studio will be CLOSED (no classes) Saturday, May 18th through to Monday, May 20th. Classes will resume on Tuesday, May 21st. Keep your fingers crossed for sun!
Tickets for Year End Recital will be available for purchase as of Wednesday, May 15th! Details and ticket pricing to be announced shortly. Recital date: Saturday, June 15th at Vanier Hall (in PGSS).
Our summer highland dance workshops have been finalized! Registration begins on Monday, May 6th. Register in the Excalibur office. Click "Read More" for details, dates and times.
Workshops for other disciplines (ballet, jazz, etc.) to be announced soon.
It's that's time of year again ... the calm before the storm. Though it's quiet now, in the coming weeks you may find yourself overwhelmed by information: the 2013/14 class schedule, online and offline pre-registration, troupe audition results, Year End Recital ticket sales and performance details, upcoming summer programs, and more! We realize that everyone is eager to purchase tickets, schedule their summer, and start planning for next season, and we are busy, busy, busy behind the scenes in an effort to make it all happen as soon as possible. Expect a tidal wave of information in the near future. We appreciate your enthusiasm and thank you in advance for your patience. Cheers!
HIP HOP WORKSHOP w/ Guest Instructor JAKE EVANS
Beginner to advanced! Space is limited. Click "Read More" for additional info.
Monday, February 11th is British Columbia's first "Family Day", meaning the studio will be CLOSED. There will be no classes in session on Family Day. However, this is NOT a long weekend from dance. The studio is open and classes are in session on Saturday, February 9th. Cheers! We hope you have a fun and memorable day celebrating family! :)
As some of you may know, we recently added a Stretch & Strength class to our schedule (Thursday nights at 6:30pm), the first of our new "Health & Fitness" classes geared toward busy adults. It has since proven to be extremely popular, so much so that we've now added a second Stretch & Strength class--Friday nights at 6:30pm.
And the best part: Drop-ins are welcome!
Click "Read More" for details!
The 2012 Holiday Recital videos will be available for pick-up as of next Monday, January 21st. If you pre-purchased a DVD at Vanier Hall on December 15th, swing by the office to get your copy! Remember, all the DVDs we have on hand are spoken for, but we can put you in touch with the folks at VideoNexus if you wish to obtain an additional copy of a specific performance.
With the first weeks of 2013 come and gone, we would very much like to hear your feedback. Do you have questions, concerns, or praises to sing? If so, please drop us a line. Be it positive or negative, we're always interested to hear what you have to say!
HAPPY NEW YEAR! We hope your Holiday season was a memorable one!
Only three days remain until we're back in session; classes resume on Monday, January 7th. And of course, January registration continues. Click "Read More" for details ...
We hope the Holiday season finds you well! As the new year approaches, so to does our second semester, and that means NEW CLASSES. See below for the list of classes recently added to our schedule for Januray 2013:
To each and every student who took the stage at Vanier Hall during our Holiday Recital: CONGRATULATIONS! You did an amazing job and should be very proud of yourselves. Performing in front of an audience is no small thing--it takes courage. You did it!
Thank you to those volunteers who donated their time and effort to ensure that the day ran smoothly. Your dedication is remarkable. Thank you to the talented technicians and instructors who spent their entire Saturday with us; we could not have done it without you. And of course, thank you to the parents and families for your patience, cooperation and support. Without you, there would be no Excalibur.
With that, the first semester of our season has officially ended. The studio is now CLOSED for the remainder of the Holiday season--classes will resume on Monday, January 7th. Happy Holidays! Happy New Year! See you again in 2013! :)
The hectic lead up to our Holiday Recital has delayed the release of our 2nd semester class schedule, as well as the activation of online registration. Our apologies! We thank you in advance for your patience. With the 1st semester wrapping up this weekend, 2013 scheduling and registration will become top priority starting next week. :)
Our 2013 class schedule will be available soon, and online registration for NEW classes starting in January will begin early next week! Remember: You DO NOT need to re-register for existing classes unless you are contacted and told otherwise. It is assumed that students currently enrolled in existing classes will continue to attend in 2013.
Bidding on the Holiday Silent Auction closes at 2pm today!
Our December 15th 3pm performance of Winter Wonderland (7-9, 10-12 and Teen classes) is SOLD OUT with the exception of single seats and wheelchair tickets. This has taken us by surprise; never has this particular show come close to selling out. We are doing our best to accommodate those who have yet to purchase tickets, though we have little choice but to restrict remaining sales to 3 or fewer tickets per family (including a free dancer seat), as we genuinely hope to avoid having to turn people away once we reach the legal maximum capacity. If you still require tickets to this performance, please contact us as soon as possible.
Do you have a student enrolled at the studio? Have you been receiving emails regarding the upcoming Holiday Recital performance? If not, let us know! Email is the primary method of communication here at Excalibur, and we've been sending out plenty of recital-related info lately. It's important that everyone is in the loop! If you feel that you may have missed something, contact the office and we'll do our best to bring you up to date.
On the heels of a hectic first week at the ticket tables, the seating charts look a little something like this:
Our annual Holiday Silent Auction is now underway in the Building 1 lobby! Amazing gift baskets and other holiday gift ideas are on display; bidding has already begun and shall continue until 2pm on Saturday, December 8th. All proceeds help to fund annual scholarships for our students. We appreciate any and all support!
In case you missed it: HOLIDAY RECITAL TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE! Visit the tables in the Dance Shoppe (near the main office in Building 1) to view the appropriate seating charts and select your tickets.
The best way to guarantee that you have the correct tickets is by color (as follows):
Our 2012 HOLIDAY RECITAL is just over a month away! On Saturday, December 15th, students will take to the stage at Vanier Hall to strut their stuff! Tickets will be available for purchase in the Excalibur Dance Shoppe as of Monday, November 19th @ 3pm.
When Remembrance Day falls on a Sunday, institutions often observe the day with a statutory closure on the following Monday. As this is the case with November 11th this season, there will be NO CLASSES on Monday, November 12th. PLEASE NOTE: Classes are in session on Saturday, November 10th. To repeat: The studio is OPEN on Saturday, November 10th.
Because so many of our youngest dancers attend class on Wednesday, we have chosen to close the studio on October 31st. There will be NO CLASSES on Halloween. This will allow parents and students to enjoy their evening without having to decide between dance and trick-or-treating, and we avoid the inevitable empty classrooms. This closure was factored into billing prior to the start of the season, so no worries: It has been accounted for! :)
Excalibur's 2012/13 drama classes are finally here! Apologies to those who have waited much longer than expected for this announcement--we thank you for your patience. The big change from last season: Acting classes are now 8 week sessions. The first session starts in just under two weeks on Friday, October 19th. Each class is restricted to a maximum of 6 students, so space is extremely limited. Check the class listing for details.
The studio will be closed for the Thanksgiving long weekend: Saturday, October 6th through to Monday, October 8th. Classes will resume on Tuesday, October 9th.
September has come and gone, but that doesn't mean registration has ended! With soccer and other summer sports wrapping up in October, we continue to welcome new registrants through to the end of the month. Though many classes are full or very near capacity, that shouldn't stop you from joining a wait list. If enough people express interest and join a wait list, we start a new brand new class to accommodate! Register online or in person. If you require assistance, contact office staff at 250-564-6326 or email excaliburarts@shaw.ca.
Office staff will be available from 3pm-6pm on Monday, August 13th through to Wednesday, August 15th. There are still plenty of recital DVDs waiting for pick-up and registration continues--remember, receive a 15% discount on September tuition fees if you register on or before August 15th (in office and online). Beyond that, staff will be in office on a regular basis as of Monday, August 20th (times TBA) as we prepare for our first day of classes on September 4th. More details to come!