2013 Summer Intensive
Overview
Collage's Summer Intensive was designed specifically for beginner, intermediate and advanced students to improve classical ballet and contemporary dance techniques, as well as improve artistry and performance skills. Students, regardless of their ability level, will be immersed in a first-rate, rigorous, pre-professional environment. The Intensive challenges students to experience performing arts beyond physical and technical expression and to explore their emotional and spiritual selves. Our faculty is comprised of some of the industry’s leading professional dance artists. They have danced professionally on Broadway and with internationally acclaimed companies including New York City Ballet, The Royal Ballet, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre and Dance Theatre of Harlem.
The ultimate goal of the Intensive is to educate students about the craft of dance and performance, inspire students to develop an affinity towards art and culture, encourage students to express themselves with confidence, and instill discipline as an effective tool to use in all facets of their daily lives.
The Curriculum
Classes for the 2013 Summer Intensive include: Ballet, Pointe, Variations, Men’s Technique, Partnering, Broadway, Modern, Jazz, Theatre Techniques, Nutrition and Yoga. Collage dance Collective’s teaching philosophy is to create dancers that are versatile and well-rounded, pushing them to experience dance beyond technical expression. Students take five classes a day; generally four dance classes and a nutrition class. Students also learn choreography daily towards a final presentation at the end of the Intensive.
SCHEDULE & DATES
The Summer Intensive will commence on July 1, 2013 and conclude on July 13, 2013.
Classes will be offered Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Sundays are set aside for rest.
The following is an example of a typical schedule. Students will take a placement audition class on Monday, July 1. Please note that schedules and course offerings are subject to change and without notice.
Faculty
Kevin Thomas (Ballet, Broadway)
Karen Niceley (Jazz, Yoga, Nutrition)
Holly Hyman (Jazz, Modern)
Andrea Long (Ballet, Pointe)
Brandye Lee (Modern, Yoga, Nutrition)
Jamie Mann (Theatre Techniques)
Tuition and Resgistration
Tuition for Collage’s 2013 Summer Intensive is $400. A lunch plan can be purchased for an additional $50. Students must register no later than May 10, 2013. All balances must be paid by June 1, 2013. Collage dance Collective accepts eligible students of all races and national or ethnic backgrounds. Students must have turned 7 years of age by July 1, 2013 in order to participate. For questions regarding tuition or the registration process, please contact Collage dance Collective at (901) 800-1873.
Refund Policy
There will be no refunds for voluntary withdrawal either before or after the Intensive begins. In the event serious illness or injury prevents a student from participating, a refund of up to 75% of the tuition amount paid will be considered.
Scholarships
Collage dance Collective offers a limited number of scholarships for the Summer Intensive. Awards are based on merit and demonstrated potential. To be considered for merit scholarships, please submit a DVD to Collage dance Collective at 2497 Broad Avenue, Attention: Summer Intensive, Memphis, TN 38112.
Your video must be no longer than 20 minutes and must include the following:
- An introduction with name, age, years of study and places of study.
- Barre work including battement tendu, adagio, and grand battement.
- Center work including adagio, pirouettes, grand allegro, and pointe work for the girls. Male students should include single or double tours.
In addition to the DVD, please submit a letter (one page limit) describing your desire to participate in Collage’s Summer Intensive and what you anticipate to gain from the experience.
Location
Hutchison School
1740 Ridgeway Road
Memphis, TN 38119
Contact
For more information regarding program or curriculum, please contact Collage dance Collective at (901) 800-1873 or via email at intensive@collagedance.org.
