Virtual Performance Opportunities

Performance: December 19, 2020

Selected classest take part in this virtual performance to share what they have learned throughout the Fall Session. Performances showcase a broad range of technique and variety. Classes that do not perform in the December Showcase have scheduled parent observation dates. The December Showcase will be streamed live.

Performance: May 8, 2021

Selected classes perform at the end of the school year in a virtual showcase. Classes include tap, hip hop, Dance Around the World, Boys Class, Ballet Performance, and more! Students interested in a more in-depth performance opportunity should consider our Step Onscreen class and Ballet Performance.

A weekly class designed to cultivate performance skills, camera presence, and an immersive theatrical experience from home, enrollment in Step Onscreen includes participation in the December Showcase and the reimagining of Uncertain Weather, our annual school production, for film. Uncertain Weather features student performers of different ages in a variety of dance styles. Directed and choreographed by School Director and ODC/Dance Associate Choreographer Kimi Okada, with additional guest choreographers, Lindsay Leonard and Kristin Damrow, class time is devoted to the creation, rehearsal, and filming of choreography — strict attendance is required! Should ODC be able to open to live in-person classes, there will be the option (not required) for students to participate in special filmed sessions at ODC with our professional production team. Additional rehearsals will be scheduled based on City allowances (dates TBA). Students must be enrolled in any concurrent ODC Youth & Teen Program technique class to participate.

Ballet's long tradition is rich in a history that guides its performing aesthetic of today. In this weekly class, we will play with ideas from the past as well as acting improvisation exercises to help develop an ownership of a classical ballet presence onstage. Special attention will be on how to access the body to bring an emotional depth and spirit to the performance quality of the aspiring classical ballet dancer. Students will learn traditional repertoire, new choreography and be encouraged to play with finding their own choreographic voices. This class is open to all ballet students enrolled in Ballet 3 (2nd year) and higher.

Ballet Performance | Wed 5:45–7:15 PM

Tuition: Year-Long Enrollment (30 Weeks) | $700

To register, please contact ODC Youth & Teen Program staff at registration@odc.dance

For students looking for an immersive and broad dance experience, please consider our Complete Dancer Track. It consists of a special Friday class with different enriching subjects throughout the year, including composition, dance history, world dance, hip hop, dance for camera, and more. The Complete Dancer Track is open to students who train in more than one dance style and is recommended for dancers looking to join our teen dance companies in the future. Enrollment in the Step Onscreen and/or Ballet Performance classes is highly encouraged for further performance experience. No audition required!

Audition Prep Workshop & Info Session
September 23, 6:00 -7:30 PM
FREE

Audition Date
October 2, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
FREE

Join Seeds, ODC’s Teen Hip Hop Dance Company, which offers students the opportunity to delve deep into hip hop dance training, improvisation, and performance. Styles include popping, house, classic hip hop, waacking, and other street genres. With an emphasis on originality, this teen company teaches students how to move with confidence and passion, while also exploring the socio-cultural components of hip hop through dedicated discussions and enrichment. Two years of experience in hip hop dance is recommended. Strict rehearsal and class attendance is required. Culminating project to be announced.

Mondays/Wednesdays
5:30 - 7:00 PM

Audition on Tuesday, September 1, 2020
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To audition, join us for a special pre-session “Tune-Up” class with Assistant Director, D. Montalvo! Students with a background in ballet and contemporary are encouraged to attend. To register, fill out this online application form. Register yourself online via Mindbody for the audition or contact dancejam@odc.dance for information on how to register.
 

Under the leadership of Kimi Okada and D. Montalvo, the teen contemporary dance company continues online with exciting new 2020-21 programming adapted for online learning. Members of the Dance Jam perform work by the choreographers of our professional company, ODC/Dance (Brenda Way, KT Nelson, and Kimi Okada), as well as renowned guest choreographers who have included; Katie Faulkner, Robert Dekkers, D. Montalvo, Chuck Wilt, Erica Chong Shuch, and Scott Wells.

Members of the Dance Jam are challenged with the creation of new works for film and the complexities of training in multiple dance techniques. They engage in dance mentorship with other students in the Youth & Teen Program and are offered the unique experience of working with ODC/Dance, the professional parent company. With guidance from ODC staff, the Dance Jam produces their annual home season (online in 2021!), expanding their skill set and understanding of work within a professional dance company. The Jam will hold special programming between the Fall and Spring Sessions (January 4, 2020 – January 8, 2021).
Schedule

Monday

Ballet Class | 4:15–5:30pm
Rehearsal | 5:45–7:00pm

Tuesday

Contemporary Class | 4:15–5:30pm

Wednesday

Ballet Class | 4:15–5:30pm
Rehearsal | 5:45–7:00pm

Thursday

Contemporary Class | 4:15–5:30pm

Friday

Stretch & Strength | 4:15–5:15pm
Company Meeting | 5:15–5:45pm
Dance Jam Friday | 5:45–7:15pm

Tuition

Contemporary (twice a week) $1,080*
Ballet (twice a week) $1,080*
Stretch & Strength $540*
Freaky Friday $540*
Rehearsal (twice a week) $1080*
Participation Fee $180*
Beyond the Classroom Registration Fee $30
Total $4,530
 *Price reflects 10% multiple class discount
Scholarship opportunities available.