Chautauqua School of Dance
June 26 - August 15, 2010
About the Program
"Chautauqua is an ideal community for a young person to find himself…I can honestly say that I would not be where I am today without having attended Chautauqua."
Daniel Ulbricht, principal dancer,
New York City Ballet and former festival dancer '97, '98, '99, (apprentice) '00
Company Apprentice Program
June 26 - August 15
Eight girls and four boys are chosen for this prestigious new program. Students will be in-residence for the full seven weeks and take professional company class with the North Carolina Dance Theatre who are in residency during the summer. They will perform twice with the professional company and Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra, and once with the Festival Dancers and Music School Festival Orchestra. Apprentices will also perform in two Student Galas. Ages: 16 - 19
Chautauqua Festival Dancers
June 26 - August 15
Approximately 20 girls and 12 boys will be selected for this program which is designed for the older, more advanced student. These dancers will perform with the Music School Festival Orchestra and will be in residence for the full seven weeks. Ages: 14 - 18
Chautauqua Ballet Workshops
Workshop I (2 weeks) - June 27 - July 10 (Ages: 11 - 12)
Workshop II (5 weeks) - July 11 - August 15 (Ages: 13 - 14)
Designed for young dancers, the ballet workshops will enroll 18 to 20 dancers for two-week or five-week sessions. Workshop I will have a studio performance at the end of week two. Workshop II will have two performances in the Amphitheater.
Pre-Workshop Dancers
The Pre-Workshop program is a wonderful and exciting opportunity for young students ages 7-10. A variety of classes are taught by the Chautauqua dance faculty. It is a unique weekend designed to introduce the young dancer to the extraordinary environment of Chautauqua.
Pre Workshop 1 (ages 7 – 8) three-day session at the end of Week 1. Pre Workshop II (ages 9 – 10) three-day session at the end of Week 3. Cost is $135 for the workshop (you are responsible for your own room and board). Application fee is $15.
Chautauqua Connections
One way to become involved in the dance program at Chautauqua is by becoming a member of “Chautauqua Connections” which sponsors Festival and Apprentice dancers. Dancers (usually in pairs) are connected with sponsors who provide non-financial support along with a home cooked meal, a batch of cookies, a listening ear and having a “special fan” at performances. Information will be sent to enrolled students in the Spring. Contact Susan Helm at smhelm@clockwinders.net or 502.897.3870 for more information.
Chautauqua Dance Circle
The Chautauqua Dance Circle is a supportive, enthusiastic link between the Dance Program and the Chautauqua Community. It is dedicated to assuring that Chautauqua Dance remains competitive with other summer dance programs, and continues its tradition of excellence. Each year a major portion of Chautauqua Dance Circle’s annual dues will go toward a student scholarship presented to the Chautauqua Institution earmarked Chautauqua Dance Circle-Dance Scholarship. For more information contact Bonnie Crosby (bcrosby1940@hotmail.com) or Mimi Eddleman (myeddle@aol.com), co-presidents.
