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Young Dancers Initiative is a supplemental dance experience for middle school and high school dancers (grades 6-12 | ages 11-18), offering training that builds the foundations of contemporary and modern dance.

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Emerging Choreographer's Project

​begins in our 21/22 season and will kick off our 22/23 season by bringing together JRD professionals and high school dancers (anyone!) to perform in a work created by one emerging choreographer. This project is hosted by Young Dancers Initiative and the work is performed at Brighton Dance Festival. 

Through the Emerging Choreographer’s Project, we want to give choreographers the chance to create and inspire a new generation of movers. We also want to give young dancers extra opportunities to experience dance without the season-long commitment. Included in this one-week experience is the opportunity to dance with JRD PROFESSIONALS. 
ECP Choreographer Submissions are OPEN!
OPEN - January 10, 2022
CLOSE - March 31, 2022
Submission Portal

Dance for Film THEORY Specialty Workshop & Dance for Film PRACTICAL Specialty Workshop

Virtual workshops that will cover the basics of dance for film and will guide participants through the creation of their own dance for film.
Presented by Mike Esperanza, ​an acclaimed artist from New York City who has established a national presence in the graphic design and dance communities. As a designer, his works have been recognized in publications such as Print, Communication Arts, and Graphics.

Dance for Film Theory Specialty Workshop - January 15, 2022
Dance for Film Practical Specialty Workshop - Jan 22, 2022
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Ann Arbor, MI 48106
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  • ABOUT
    • The Company
    • Auditions
    • Groundwork
    • Outreach
    • Staff + Board
    • FAQ
  • EVENTS
    • Performances + Events
    • Intensives
    • Open Classes + Workshops >
      • Guest Artists
      • ECP Residency
  • RESOURCES
    • Online Feedback
    • Mentorship
    • Webinars
  • SUPPORT
    • Individuals
    • Business & Organizations >
      • Sponsorships
      • Arts Ambassador
  • Training
  • Contact Us