
Advanced/Professional
Summer Intensive 2025
Registration now open!
June 23 - 27, 2025
This workshop offers an intensive, in-depth exploration of advanced dance techniques, designed to elevate both the technical and creative aspects of performance and choreography for professional and pre-professional-level dancers.
This year, the program is divided into two specialized tracks: the Performer’s Track and the Choreographer’s Track, with participants strongly encouraged to register for both to fully immerse themselves in the experience.
Please note that Threads Dance Project does not provide housing or accommodations for this program.
Performer’s Track
Classes in the Performer’s Track will deepen your technical mastery and performance skills through a diverse range of styles, including Contemporary-Modern, African dance, Ballet, Hip-Hop, Jazz, and more. These sessions are designed to push the boundaries of your physicality, expression, and stage presence.
Monday - Friday: 10:30a - 2:45p
Tuition: $260 for Performer’s Track
$449 for both tracks
Choreographer’s Track
The Choreographer’s Track focuses on the art of creation, offering classes in Repertoire, Composition, and Improvisation. In addition, participants will engage in in-depth studies on key topics such as Grant Writing & Funding, Show Production, and more.
Monday - Friday: 1:30p - 5:30p
Final showing: Friday 5:30-6:00p
Tuition: $260 for Choreographer’s Track
$449 for both tracks
Meet the 2025 Faculty
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Karen L. Charles
BALLET | BUSINESS OF DANCE
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Karen Christ Aalgaard
CONTEMPORARY | THREADS REPERTORY
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Gabby "The Baddy" Abram
JAZZ
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Leanna Browne
UMFUNDALAI
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Hassan Ingraham
BALLET | MODERN
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Averie Mitchell-Brown
HIP HOP
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Julie Marie Muskat
CONTEMPORARY | OPEN WORKSHOP
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Margaret Ogas
GRANT WRITING, CROWD FUNDING & FISCAL SPONSORSHIP
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Taja Will
COMPOSITION/IMPROVISATION | OPEN WORKSHOP