Thank you for reading the School of Dance April Newsletter! You will find information on important dates, events, upcoming performances, and all things Summer 2025!!
This newsletter includes:
Important Dates & Events
- April 1 | Tickets on Sale for End of Year Showcase
- April 1-8 | Summer Enrollment
Upcoming Performances
- April 18-19 | Lawrence Ballet Theatre’s Emergence
- April 18 | 7pm
- April 19 | 2pm
- May 16-17 | School of Dance’s End of Year Showcases
- Fri, May 16 | 7pm
- Sat, May 17 | 11am, 4:30pm, 7:30pm
SUMMER 2025
- Mark Your Calendars
- Auditions for Lawrence Ballet Theatre
- Lawrence Dance Intensive
- Summer Dance Camps
Important Dates & Events
April 1-8 | Summer Enrollment
Summer Enrollment is open for members on April 1 and for non-members on April 8. We have some awesome summer camps, classes, and programs scheduled that you don’t want to miss!
Upcoming Performances
April 18-19 | Lawrence Ballet Theatre’s Emergence
April 18 | 7pm
April 19 | 2pm
Last call for early bird ticket discount!! Join the Arts Center’s pre-professional dance company, Lawrence Ballet Theatre, for an exciting evening of dance. Featuring original works by local and nationally recognized choreographers the evening will have something for everyone. For 14 years, LBT has delighted audiences with classical and contemporary works. A performance by this Regional Dance America/MidStates Honor company is not to be missed!
Early bird tickets through April 4!!
May 16-17 | School of Dance’s End of Year Showcases
May 16 | 7pm
May 17 | 11am, 4:30pm, 7:30pm
This annual event celebrates the achievement of the School of Dance students with senior solos and select class-based performances. Student participation is free and includes one complimentary ticket. Additional tickets are $14 each. Tickets are on sale now. More info for participants will be sent out via email and posted to the cast hub.
SUMMER 2025!!
Mark Your Calendars
June 2 | First Day of Classes
Enroll and dance with us this Summer!
July 11 | School of Dance Choreographer’s Showcase, 7:30pm
Calling all movers ages ten to adult to apply for the annual School of Dance Choreographer’s Showcase! This event provides a venue for both new and experienced choreographers to exhibit their work in a supportive and encouraging environment.
Choreographers must apply and be approved before their work is eligible to be performed. Applying choreographers must adhere to the choreographic guidelines listed online. There is no cost to apply and perform if selected.
Upcoming Auditions
June 8 | Auditions for Lawrence Ballet Theatre Company, 2-4pm
Auditions are held each year for company members and apprentices. To be considered for Lawrence Ballet Theatre, applicants must attend a formal audition. Pre-registration is required. The deadline to register online is June 6. Auditions will be held on Saturday, June 8 from 2-4 pm.
Lawrence Ballet Theatre (LBT) is the resident pre-professional ballet company of the Lawrence Arts Center. The mission of Lawrence Ballet Theatre is to provide extensive training and performance opportunities and to broaden connections to the dance community. Led by Artistic Director Cynthia Crews, company members gain exposure and experience through numerous performances of classical ballet repertoire and original works.
Lawrence Dance Intensive 2025
LDI is back in collaboration with the University of Kansas Dance Department! Since 2016, the Lawrence Dance Intensive has connected regional dancers with sought-after instructors and guest artists to enrich your skills and artistry.
Based on a diverse and well-balanced curriculum, the Lawrence Dance Intensive strives to develop the artists of tomorrow.
Junior Intensives
Students ages 10 and up dancing at the intermediate level can participate in junior dance intensives.
Session I:
Prerequisites: Ages 11-15, dancing at an intermediate level (equivalent to Arts Center Ballet level IV-Va).
Enroll by June 5.
6/9-6/14, MO-SA; 9:00 AM-11:45 AM, $250
Session II:
Prerequisites: Ages 10-15, dancing at an intermediate level (equivalent to Arts Center Ballet level III-Va). Included showing on final day.
Enroll by July 17.
7/21-7/25, MO-FR; 9:00 AM-11:45 AM, $200
Senior Intensives
Senior dance intensives cover a variety of dance styles at the intermediate/advanced levels.
Includes ballet, pointe, partnering, variations, wellness/enrichment, contemporary, improv, creative process, hip hop, repertory, choreography sessions and showing on the final day.
Prerequisites: Ages 12-21, dancing at intermediate/advanced level (equivalent to Arts Center Ballet level Vb-VII).
Enroll by June 5.
6/9-6/14, MO-SA 9:00 AM-3:30 PM, $500
Summer Dance Camps
June 2-6 | Elemental Fusion | A Hip-Hop, Jazz and Commercial Dance Camp, 9am-12pm
Unleash your creativity and energy at the ultimate summer camp experience where jazz dance, hip hop, music, and film collide through the exciting world of commercial dance. This one-of-a-kind camp explores tv commercials, backup dancing, hiip hop culture, music videos, short cut videos, and one take videos. Camps includes a final showing on the last day and an original camp short film.
For Grade 4-9. No previous experience is required.
June 16-18 | Take Me to the Ballet Camp, 9:30-11:30am
Slip on your dance shoes and experience the magical world of classical ballet. Learn famous dance steps as you take flight over Swan Lake, awaken the Sleeping Beauty, and help Cinderella find her slipper. Then, use your imagination to help create an original ballet to perform on the last day of camp. No story ballet is complete without a costume, so you will be crafting your very own tutu and other accessories to wear for your performance. See you at the ballet!
No camp on June 19. For age 5-6
June 23-27 | Step into the Ballet | Firebird & A Midsummer Nights Dream Ballet Camp, 9:30-11:30am
A next step for those who enjoyed Take Me to the Ballet or want to dance these famous comedic and dramatic ballets. Explore Firebird, where a mystical creature helps a prince and princess defeat an evil sorcerer, and A Midsummer Night’s Dream, where fairies, mischief and mistaken identities make for fun. Costumes and crafts will be included for the final presentation.
For Grade 2-6.
June 30-July 11 | Dance Performance Camp | The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, 9am-12pm
Step through the wardrobe and bring this beloved tale to life through dance! Explore a variety of dance styles with Lucy, Edmund, Susan, and Peter on their adventure through Narnia while meeting mythical creatures and facing the White Witch. With themed choreography and costumes, dancers will build technique, confidence, and artistry in a magical setting with a performance on the final day of camp.
For ages 7-14. Some prior dance experience is required. No camp on July 4.
