2012 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 The Royal Ballet, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre, Dance Theatre of Harlem and San Francisco Ballet.

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 2012 Summer Intensive include: Ballet, Pointe, 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 2, 2012 and conclude on July 14, 2012.

Classes will be offered Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sundays are set aside for rest. Emerald and Diamond levels will have classes from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Onyx levels will have classes from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The following is an example of a typical schedule. Students will take a placement audition class on Monday, July 2. Please note that schedules and course offerings are subject to change and without notice.

2011 Summer Intensive Schedule
Tuition and Resgistration

Tuition for Collage’s 2012 Summer Intensive is $400. A catered lunch plan can be purchased for an additional $45/week. Students must register no later than May 18, 2012. All balances must be paid by June 1, 2012. Collage dance Collective accepts eligible students of all races and national or ethnic backgrounds. Students must have turned 7 years of age by July 2, 2012 and be no older than 24 years of age, in order to participate. For questions regarding tuition or the registration process, please contact Collage dance Collective at (901) 672-7504.

To register by phone, please call (901) 672-7504.

Register Online
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 P.O. Box 41781, Attention: Summer Intensive, Memphis, TN 38174.

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.

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.

Contact

For more information regarding program or curriculum, please contact Collage dance Collective at (901) 672-7504 or via email at intensive@collagedance.org.

Faculty
  • Kevin Thomas (Ballet, Broadway)
  • Karen Niceley (Jazz, Yoga, Nutrition)
  • Tiffany Glenn (Ballet, Modern)
  • Kip Sturm (Ballet, Men’s Technique)
  • Brandye Lee (Modern, Yoga, Nutrition)
  • Detra Payne (Theatre Techniques)
  • Dennis Whitehead (Broadway – Vocal)
Location

Rhodes College
McCoy Theatre
2000 North Parkway
Memphis, TN 38112