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 2027 will be held July 12-23, 2027. Participants may attend week 1 (July 12-16) or both weeks.
Seminar topics include:
- injury prevention/body conditioning.
- Pilates.
- career exploration.
- musical theatre styles.
- contact improvisation.
One-week program tuition (July 13-17, 2026): $425 if paid by June 7, 2027; $450 if paid between June 8-25, 2027.
Two-week program tuition (July 13-24, 2026): $750 if paid by June 7, 2027; $800 if paid between June 8-25, 2027.
All tuition is due by June 25, 2027.
Registration will open Friday, February 25, 2027.
*Two Week On-Campus (July 11th-23rd) Housing Total = $540
*please note that these rates are from 2026 and may increase for 2027.
Refunds (minus a $50 fee) are only available through June 7th. No refunds after June 7th. 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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