A summer dance intensive for ages 8-19
Audition Registration Open Now!
Presented in association with the Royal Academy of Dance, SunDance is the only summer intensive in the world to combine RAD Ballet and Limón Modern.
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With world-class instruction from leading dance artists from across the globe, this full-day, three week intensive provides young dancers ages 8-19 with the means to realize their artistic potential in a professional, interdisciplinary atmosphere.
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Audition Dates and Times:
Ages 8-10 — Sunday February 25th, 10:00am – 11:30am
Ages 11-13 — Sunday February 25th, 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Ages 14-19 — Sunday March 3rd, 10:00am – 1:30pm
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Video Audition Deadline:
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May 1, 2024
About the Intensive​
SunDance offers an annual summer intensive dance experience geared towards the cultivation of technique, artistry, creativity, and performance skills. All participants train in RAD Ballet, Limón Modern, Improvisation, Repertoire, and dance-specific Conditioning. Intermediate and Elementary Programs additionally include Character and Jazz, while Advanced participants engage in Contemporary Techniques and Pointe (optional). All dancers participate in interactive workshops covering topics such as injury prevention, nutrition, and mental health. Weekly "Surprise Wednesdays" include special guest workshops in a variety of dance styles. Culminating the three weeks, all dancers participate in a Showcase for friends and family.
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Program A - Advanced
Ages 14-19*
Prerequisites: Minimum 3 years modern and/or RAD Gr. 8 / Intermediate or equivalent.*
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Program B - Intermediate
Ages 11-13*
Prerequisites: Minimum 2 years modern and/or RAD Gr. 7 / Intermediate Foundation or equivalent.*
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Program C - Elementary
Ages 8-10*
Prerequisites: Minimum 1 year modern and/or RAD Gr. 2 or equivalent.*
8-year-olds with no previous dance training should consider The School of CCDT's Summer Arts program.
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Program C Intro: One-Week Introductory Program
A one-week course combined with Program C, designed to introduce young dancers (ages 8-10) to intensive training. Program C Intro culminates with an open house on Friday, inviting family and friends to observe Intro dancers' final day of classes.
8-year-olds with no previous dance training should consider The School of CCDT's Summer Arts program.
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*Program placement is determined by audition, taking into consideration the dancer's skill level, experience, and ability alongside age. A dancer's Program level may change within the first two days of the intensive, at the discretion of the instructors.
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Fees: Program A, B, and C — $1650
Program C Intro: One-Week — $650