Winners are invited to a state meeting and also receive a plaque, a certificate, and a sketch of the life of Frances Rands Beery.

Mrs. Beery was a premier ballerina, dancing with the Washington Ballet and active in the Stage Door Canteen in World War II. She operated the Lake Wales School of Ballet for many years. Before arrival in Lake Wales she traveled all over the world with her husband, Lawrence A. Beery, Jr., who worked with the State Department. She fostered goodwill by operating ballet studios wherever they traveled. Following her untimely death, the Lake Wales Arts Council received funds in her memory to establish the award.

Rules: Present at least two dances including one combination in classical ballet and one variation in costume (classical, contemporary, or original) plus demonstration of technique

Eligibility: ballet student ages 12-18
Membership in a Junior Music Club, or as an individual member of the Federation ($12.00 dues with application, if entrant is not currently an FFMC member) is required.

Pre-Registration Required: Entry fee of $5.00 and completed application are required to be sent to the chairman, Dr. Isabella Laude, postmarked no later than the deadline date of 15 March 2008.

Contact Dr. Isabella Laude for more information and application at (863) 638-2629 or email IsabellaMary@verizon.net

(Updated: Wednesday, April 16, 2008)