PERFORMANCE COMPANY

Performance Company at DanceWorks. Ready to take the next leap in your dance training? DanceWorks Performance Company is a staple of elite Vancouver dance. Company members are the most talented dancers in the Clark County area. Dancers audition for coveted spots in company each year.

Company members attend the biggest competitions and conventions while competing original choreography from industry professionals. Competitions include NYCDA, Tremaine, Jump, Velocity, StarQuest, Celebrity & OnStage. Including extra performances in Vancouver WA. Company dancers are accepted into the best dance universities in the United States.

NEW DanceWorks Performing Arts Competition Groups & Requirements

Our competition groups are divided by age and offer different levels based on your desired commitment. Our Novice and Rock Star groups are for dancers who may be brand new to company or are looking for less of a time commitment.

All placements are according to the Director’s decision and are final. Exceptions to age requirements are made at Directors’ discretion. Not all dancers may be accepted into the company.

WHAT COMPETITION GROUP WILL MY CHILD BE IN?

Our competition groups are divided by age;

Star Program: 5+ years
- Tiny Stars: 5-6 yrs
- Rock Stars: 7-9 yrs
- Rising Stars: 8+ yrs
- Dancers must take Company class and one additional technique class of their choice (excluding hip hop, tap, acro, and aerial).
Mini Company: 7+ years
- Dancers must take Company class and one additional technique class of their choice (excluding hip hop, tap, acro, and aerial).
Junior Company: 9+ years
- Dancers must take Turns & Leaps, a Jazz class, and a Ballet class.
- At this level, Turns & Leaps and all rehearsals are included in the Company tuition rate.

Teen Novice Company: 12+ years
- Dancers must take Turns & Leaps and a Jazz class.
- At this level, Turns & Leaps and all rehearsals are included in the Company tuition rate.
Teen Company: 12+ years
- Dancers must take Turns & Leaps, a Jazz class, a Contemporary/Lyrical class, and the Ballet program or Ballet technique.
- At this level, Turns & Leaps and all rehearsals are included in the Company tuition rate.
Senior Company: 15+ years
- Dancers must take Conditioning 6/7, a Jazz class, a Contemporary/Lyrical class, and the Ballet program or Ballet technique.
- At this level, Conditioning 6/7 and all rehearsals are included in the Company tuition rate.

WHAT’S THE COMMITMENT?

Competition groups meet weekly for rehearsals, primarily on Saturdays, along with weekly technique classes. Dancers are expected to attend the DanceWorks Summer Intensive and Choreography Weeks over the summer. All company members are allowed to request a solo, duo or trio from DanceWorks or guest choreographer for original & custom choreography and the opportunity to compete at local competitions/conventions during the season.

WHAT DOES THE DANCEWORKS COMPANY DO THROUGHOUT THE YEAR?

Attend & compete at competition & conventions. Including NCYDA, Tremaine, OnStage and Jump.
Learn original & exciting choreography from industry professionals to compete at this years biggest competitions.
Company members receive Acro classes at discounted rates.
Dance travel to Disneyland once every three-four years to perform.
Attend master classes provided by DanceWorks.

COMMUNITY OUTREACH

Recipients of Friends of DanceWorks Scholarships are required to complete a set amount of community service hours. Based upon the award amount given. DanceWorks volunteers can be seen throughout Southwest Washington at a number of different events. Donating time to help grow the greater Vancouver community.