Vixens to Host Pre-Audition Workshop

Conshohocken, PA - CaRu Entertainment and the Philadelphia Fight Vixens Dance Team are hosting a pre-audition workshop at Suburban Sports Training Center on Sunday, Janurary 16 from 12-4 p.m.

Anyone interested in auditioning for the 2011 Fight Vixens Dance team is encouraged to attend. Girls +10 who are interested in participating in the Junior Vixens are also welcome to attend. To register, email workshops@caruentertainment.com.

Workshop will include sessions with top choreographers from NYC, insider tips on what judges look for during auditions, one-on-one critique and fitness for dancers.

You're Invited - December Performance Workshop

COMING DECEMBER, The Performance Dance Workshop, in VALLEY FORGE, PA!

The CaRu team is excited to host a weekend of nonstop dance excitement December 18 & 19 at Valley Forge Dance Center.

Take classes Saturday and Sunday from members of our esteemed faculty including:

-CaRu’s Founder and Executive Director; Professional Performer, Choreographer and Educator, Cassie Russo

-CaRu’s Marketing Director and Resume Master, Emily Czerniakowski

-Top 40 Finalist of Fox Network’s “So You Think You Can Dance," contemporary master teacher, Wheeler Hughes

-Maxim Magazine’s "Hottest College Student of 2010” dancer and model, Elana Jaroff

-Zumba Protégé Marlene Desiree

-Knicks City Dancer, Maria Carofano

-Celebrity Cruise Line lead dancer, Dominique Cinque

Our workshop is more than just dance classes; it's a weekend experience of dreams, visions and opportunities of a lifetime!

Email workshops@caruentertainment.com for additional information and rates. Special rates will be applied to dance studios and groups of dancers 5 or more. Space is Limited.

Performance Workshop - November 2010

Click photo to view slideshow from the event.

Call for Choreographers

ATTN: Evolving choreographers interested in submitting application to be considered as faculty for the 2011 CaRu Entertainment Performance Workshop Tour, send materials to cassie@caruentertainment.com.

CaRu Throwback of the Week

Cassie Russo directs "East Meet West" in 2008.

Crew Auditions This Saturday

New York, NY - Auditions for The Crew are this Saturday, starting at 3:00 p.m.

If you are interested in scheduling a casting appointment, email a resume, photo and a brief bio to auditions@caruentertainment.com.

Candidates should be prepared to show off individual style and look stage-ready.

Sign Up Today!

New York, NY - Dreams. Vision. Opportunity. Reality. CaRu Entertainment presents a performance workshop on November 20th & 21st in NYC. Along with choreography, sessions include audition preparation, health and fitness, and style building.

For rates and registration, email workshops@caruentertainment.com. Workshops are open to all dancers ages 10+.

The Crew Hosting Auditions on Nov. 6

New York, NY - Auditions for The Crew are still set for November 6, starting at 3:00 p.m. at Pearl Studios in NYC.

If you are interested in scheduling a casting appointment, email a resume, photo and a brief bio to auditions@caruentertainment.com.

Candidates will be expected show off your individual style and look stage-ready.

Sign Up for "Believe in Your Dreams" Workshops

To sign up:

Send the below information and $250/per dancer* to 220 West 26th Street, Apartment 310, New York, NY 10001.

1.) Name

2.) Age

3.) Workshop Date Attending

4.) Parent/Dancer Email and Phone Contact (Parent If workshop student under 18 years of age)

5.) Address

6.) Dance Tank Size (Adult or Youth/Small. Medium. Large)

7.) Dance Experience (Beginner 0-3 years/Intermediate 3-6 years/Advanced 6+)

*Please make checks payable to CaRu Entertainment, LLC.

Form and payment must be in no later than one week prior to workshop.

Questions? Contact Cassie Russo at cassie@caruentertainment.com or 201.787.7392.

CaRu Entertainment's Performance Workshop "Believe in your Dreams Tour"

Your Chance to Be a Part of The Crew

New York, NY - This is your chance to be a part of The Crew for the 2011 dance season.

CaRu Entertainment is hosting a casting call on November 6 at Pearl Studios on 500 Eighth Avenue, NYC by appointment only. Appointments begin at 3 p.m. To schedule, email resume, photos and a brief bio that includes why you are interested in being a part of CaRu Entertainment to auditions@caruentertainment.com.

We are seeking dancers both male and female, ages 18-29, all ethnicities. Dancers with strong contemporary/hip-hop experience is preferred but not required. Captivating performance quality and stage presence are a must. Serious applicants only.

Come prepared to show off your own individual style, looking ready for the stage. Possible pay, plus meals, travel and lodging provided for photo shoots, performances and events.

For more information about CaRu, visit www.caruentertainment.com.

Check out our YouTube Channel to see The Crew in action.

Seen and Heard

Philadelphia Fight Rugby League makes 6ABC for hosting the AMNRL Grand Final:

Clip One

Clip Two

They also appeared in the Times Herald.

Philadelphia Fight Rugby to Host AMNRL Grand Final

Philadelphia, PA - The Philadelphia Fight Rugby League is hosting the 2010 AMNRL Grand Final XII on Saturday at the A.A. Garthwaite Stadium in Conshohocken.

The Jacksonville Axemen will be facing the New Haven Warriors. During semi-finals, the Warriors hosted the defending champion New York Knights and sent them packing after a 42 to 18 defeat. In the other semi-final, the Axemen defeated the Aston Bulls 46 to 4.

The event will be highlighted by an appearance by legendary Philadelphia Phillies Hall of Famer Mike Schmidt. Schmidt will meet with fans, hang out at the VIP tent and enjoy his first AMNRL match.

The Vixens Dance Team will be performing with a special half-time appearance by the Junior Vixens.

Kick-off is at 3 p.m. and gates open at noon.


Click here to purchase tickets for the VIP Tent and exclusive after-party at the Londonbury in Conshohocken.


For more information, contact Ryan McGough at ryanmcgough@fightrugby.com.

Seen and Heard

CaRu's Maria is makes the 2010-11 Knicks City Dancers.

Congratulations, Maria!

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CaRu Girls Summer Dance Camp Final Week!

Avalon, NJ - The final week for the CaRu Girls Summer Dance Camp will be August 16-20.

Enroll now! Call 201.787.7392 or email cassie@caruentertainment.com.

CaRu Girls Summer Camp: Week 2

CaRu Girls Summer Dance Camp: Week 1

CaRu Girls Summer Dance Camp

CaRu Girls Summer Dance Camp

Avalon, NJ - CaRu Entertainment completed the first of two CaRu Girls Summer Dance Camp sessions on July 23.

Led by CaRu's founder and artistic director, Cassie Russo, the Summer Dance Camp offers girls (ages of 7-17) a chance to grow and develop as performers in a fun and welcoming environment.

Girls learn jazz/funk, hip hop and broadway dance routines. The camp is open to dancers of any experience level - beginner to advanced and everyone in between.

The next and final CaRu Girls Summer Dance Camp is August 16-20 at Island Aerobics. Enroll by email or phone at cassie@caruentertainment.com or 201.787.7392.

Latest Photos of the Vixens Dance Team

CaRu Summer Dance Camp

CaRu Entertainment is offering a Summer Dance Camp on July 19-23 and a second session on August 2-9.

CaRu Summer Dance Camp, directed by CaRu's owner, offer girls (ages 7-18) an exciting dance experience in a fun, supportive and safe environment. Professional instructors and outstanding dance classes, the camp provides an opportunity for girls and young women to excel and grow.

The camp is open to dancers of all levels - from first time dancers to advanced performers, and everyone in between. The focus will be jazz/funk, hip-hop and musical theater style dance. No formal training or experience is required to attend.

CaRu Summer Dance Camp instructors are professional dancers and choreographers, certified to teach beginner, intermediate and advanced level classes.


Location: Island Aerobics (upstairs studio) in Avalon, NJ

Cost: $198/per student (includes t-shirt and daily snack)

Enroll: Email cassie@caruentertainment.com or call 201.787.7392


Live it. Love it. Dance it.

CaRu Summer Classes Start Today

Click flyer to see schedule. Call 609-368-0880 for more information.

CaRu Throwback of the Week

Cassie photographed with American Idol's Constantine Maroulis after being selected for the 2007 New York Titans Dance Team.

The Crew to Host Sneak Peek and "Meet and Greet"

On June 26th at Island Aerobics in Avalon, NJ, members of The Crew will be performing a sneak peek of dance routines. The girls will be giving attendees a taste of what will be taught during summer classes. A meet and greet with The Crew will begin at 10:30 a.m., which will include photograph ops with the NYC dancers.

Vixens on WMMR's Preston & Steve Tomorrow!

Sign up now for Preston and Steve's Hottie Cam to see the Vixens Dance Team live starting at 7:30 a.m. tomorrow.

Revised Summer Class Schedule

CaRu Entertainment has an updated summer class schedule. Classes begin June 28th at Island Aerobics in Avalon, NJ.

Monday
7-8 p.m. - Teens (14-17)
8-9 p.m. - Adults 18+

Tuesday/Thursday/Friday
11:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. - Adults 18+
12:30 - 1:30 p.m - Teens (14-17)
1:30 - 2:30 p.m. - Pre-teens (10-13)

Wednesday
6-7 p.m. -Pre-teens (10-13)
7-8 p.m. - Teens (14-17)
8-9 p.m. - Adults 18+

Alex Allen Tour Opens June 19

Alex Allen's "Radio Killer" tour, choreographed by Cassie Russo, opens at Club Rush in New York City on Saturday June 19 at the Miley Cyrus "Can't be Tamed" album release party.

Seen and Heard

Vixens dancer, Caitlyn, makes photo of the day on ultimatecheerleaders.com!

June Calendar of Events

June 10th

7 p.m.

Mount Sinai Spring Gala

Tribeca Grand

New York, NY

June 14

Summer dance classes begin

Island Aerobics

Avalon, NJ

Click here for full schedule

June 17

7:30 a.m - 10:30 a.m.

Vixens Dance Team on 93.3 WMMR’s Preston & Steve

Check it out here!

6 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Vixens Dance Team Appearance

Grand Opening - Londonbury Apartments

Conshohocken, PA

June 19th

5-7 p.m.

Philadelphia Fight Rugby vs. DC Slayers

Performances by the Vixens Dance Team

A.A. Garthwaite Stadium

Conshohocken, PA

Alex Allen Performance

Miley Cryus Album Release

Rush Nightclub

New York, NY

June 24th

Alex Allen Performance

Headliner

Splash Nightclub

New York, NY

June 26th

CaRu Appearance at Dusk Nightclub

Atlantic City, NJ