Summer Dance Experience


This program is designed for intermediate and advanced level high school and college dancers. The Summer Dance Experience facilitates the growth of young artists through technique classes, seminars and repertory. It culminates in an informal performance on Friday evening.

You will learn from professional artists and experienced educators who will nurture and challenge both bodies and minds.

Classes and Schedule

The Summer Dance Experience 2024 will be held July 28-August 1, 2025.

Seminar topics include:

  • injury prevention/body conditioning.
  • Pilates.
  • career exploration.
  • musical theatre styles.
  • contact improvisation.
Fees

Tuition: $400 if paid by June 26, 2025; $425 if paid between June 27-July 18, 2025. All tuition is due by July 19, 2024.

Registration will open Monday, March 3rd.

This year, on-campus housing will be available for Summer Dance Experience students for an additional fee. Housing is limited and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. More information will posted soon. Students interested in securing on-campus housing must apply and pay housing fees by June 26, 2025.

Refunds (minus a $50 fee) are only available through July 31. No refunds after July 31. Make all checks payable to College of Charleston Department of Theatre and Dance. Credit cards are also accepted through an online platform.

Dress Code

Dancers should wear leotards and black or pink tights with appropriate footwear: ballet slippers, jazz shoes, bare feet required in contemporary/modern classes. Skirts and other appropriate dancewear permitted, as long as the lines of the body are clearly visible. Hair must be secured off face and neck (no ponytails in ballet).

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