Francis Performing Arts Company

In addition to spring recital, APA has performance groups for special concerts and programs.

2017 requirements

• Francis Performing Arts Company (FPACo -  For serious dancers who choose to make dance a priority activity.  Level 6 advanced technique ability - taking 2 ballet, 1 jazz  + additional jazz/modern/lyrical + 5th technique class  (tap, pointe or previously listed) at APA (or approved class at college). Chicago dance trip in winter.
• Francis Company 2 – or FPACo 2 – Level 4 + up intermediate and above technique
  ability – taking ballet, jazz  +  a 3rd technique class  (tap or previously listed) at APA.
  Includes level 5 & 6 dancers who do not meet all requirements for FPACo.
  
• Junior Francis Company – or Jr FPACo – Level 3-4 intermediate technique ability –  
  taking ballet, jazz  +  a 3rd technique class  (tap or previously listed) at APA.
  
• Participation to be approved by Director.
  
• Attend full classes at APA Summer Dance Fest this summer or other camp approved by APA.  Attendance mandatory if Company involvement is considered, but students make final commitment at September meeting.
• Attend mandatory Parent & Student Commitment Meeting in August/September.
• Attend weekly rehearsal period with no more than 3 absences per year, plus any agreed upon extra rehearsal periods scheduled for special events. Keep same excellent attendance in technique classes. More than 3 absences will result in review of participation and FPACo  membership.
• Participate in at least 1 convention/competition.
• Participate in area school presentations.
• Work with the team as cooperative member at all times!​