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Theatre On Ice


What is Theatre On Ice?

Theatre On Ice (TOI) is a form of competitive figure skating that is popular in Europe, where it is known as Ballet on Ice. It combines the grace of figure skating with the excitement of theater and dance. Teams consist of between eight and 30 skaters. Solo skating is discouraged, but is permitted in limited amounts if it enhances the overall telling of the program's story. The programs are judged by regular U.S. Figure Skating judges and are evaluated on technical merit and presentation with emphasis on originality, costuming, artistry and musciality.

There are several TOI teams and TOI competitions around the country, and U.S. Figure Skating is making an effort to standardize and promote this discipline. Skaters, both competitive and noncompetitive, can learn and grow on a theatre team. Best of all, a team can draw club skaters together and increase club spirit.

Both skaters and clubs can experience great rewards from forming and/or joining a Theatre On Ice team. Skaters receive the following benefits:

  • More competitions when performing in competitions and shows
  • A chance to develop the dramatic side of their skating
  • A chance to be part of a team while continuing to use their technical skills
  • A chance to travel both locally and internationally
  • A chance to make new friends both in and out of the club
  • A chance to relax while performing and competing for competitive skaters

The resources will help you on your Theatre On Ice journey including a list of current teams, and an informational guide for forming a Theatre On Ice team.

The Theatre On Ice Program is under the auspices of the Program Development Committee.

2010 and 2011 Choreographic Exercise

2010
Theme: Surprise
Process: Counterpoint
Gesture: Swinging

2011
Theme: Celebration
Process: Cascade
Movement: Bold

Letter from National Vice Chair Judy Edmunds Regarding 2010 TOI Guidelines and Rules

Judy Edmunds, national vice chair for Theatre On Ice, has written a letter regarding the waiving of clarifications that appeared in the original 2010 Guidelines and Rules for Theater On Ice document.
2010 Competitions

2010 National/International Theatre On Ice Competition
June 24-26, 2010
Hobart Arena, Troy, Ohio
Theatre On Ice Committee

John Mucko - Contact for Coaches and International liaison for CE - Jpcrest1@aol.com
Tom Lescinski - International Liaison for FS - toml.icedance@verizon.net
Tasney Mazzarino - Contact for Adults - tazsk8r@yahoo.com
Heidi MacDonald - Contact for Basic Skills - hmcc95@aol.com
Nancy Fillebrown - International Team Travel - vcti1996@yahoo.com
Jim McManus - Team Budgets - jim.mcmanus@fmr.com
Jodi Porter - Editor of Theater Dictionary/Pacific Coast Contact for TOI - jporter@americanicetheatre.org
Lauren Whittaker - Midwest Contact for TOI - whittakerfamily@comcast.net
Carolyn Pierce - Contact for TOI Sanction Questions - ccpiercesk8@comcast.net