Spark the joy of the performing arts with classes for technique and performance. Students will engage with the technique of choice, learning proper execution, terminology, traditions and history through both lectures and dances. A workshop format will include a demonstration of performance, engaged interactive learning and opportunity to show what they’ve learned by dancing. A longer residency allows students to dive deeper into the technique and traditions of the art form, learn and practice a choreography, with the option to present a performance.

• Ballet

• Contemporary/Modern

• Tap

• Middle Eastern and North African Diaspora

• Creative Movement

Suitable for all ages

Bring creative play and intentional movement into educational settings. This class works closely with students and teachers to bring kinesthetic intelligence and critical thinking into the learning process. Students are encouraged to engage the creative process with the goal of deepening their understanding and mastery of set academic goals. This encourages team building, inclusivity and adaptability within the group. This is offered as an educator personal development workshop, family engagement workshop, or residency.

• Literacy, Early Literacy

• Math, STEM

• National Core Art Standards

• Virginia Standards of Learning

• SEL, inclusive and integrated classrooms

Pre-school and Elementary school level academics

Pulling from the yogic tradition, this series uses breath work, mindful meditations and deep body awareness through aligned movement flow. Grounding, calming, focusing; the goal is to be present in the moment and comfortably aware of yourself and the space around you. The tools learned are meant to be used for self-care, SEL, and empathetic approaches to learning. This is offered as an educator personal development workshop, family-engagement workshop, single workshop or as a residency.

Suitable for all ages