Ensemble is a student performing company for students passionate about dance training and artistry who want to be a part of a team. Ensemble dancers work with guest choreographers, perform in several events throughout the year, attend professional performances, and engage in community outreach.
Calendar 2023
Performances & Conventions
Collections: (with Authentic:Grooves) Saturday, February 11th 6:00pm
Ensemble Dancers Arrive 12:30pm
Location: Parsons Theatre 1 E. Memorial Pkwy Northglenn, CO 80223
Ensemble Showcase: Saturday, February 25th 6:00pm
Ensemble students arrive 9:45am
Location: Parsons Theatre 1 E. Memorial Pkwy Northglenn, CO 80223
Dance Educators of America Convention: Sunday, March 12th 8:00am - 2:00pm
Ballet, Tap, Hip Hop, Contemporary, & Lyrical classes
Location: The Westin 10600 Westminster Blvd Westminster, CO 80020
Cost: $140 per dancer
Dinner/Show Field Trip: Monday, March 27th 4:30 - 9:45pm
Drop off and pick up dancers at Lakewood Dance Academy
Paul Taylor dance company performance at 7:30pm at The Newman Center
Rehearsals (outside of Mondays 5:00-6:00pm)
Rehearsals for Collections with Authentic:Grooves
January 9, 16, 23, 30 4:30-5:00pm with Ms. Jamie @ LDA
Friday, January 13th 5:30-7:00pm @ Hannah Kahn 75 S Cherokee St. Denver, CO 80223
Friday, January 27th 5:30-7:00pm @ Hannah Kahn
Friday, February 3rd 5:30-7:00pm @ Hannah Kahn
Friday, February 10th 6:00-9:00pm @ Hannah Kahn
Rehearsals for Showcase
Saturday, January 14th 12:00-3:30pm @ LDA
Saturday, January 28th 12:00-3:30pm @ LDA
*Possible 4:30-5:00pm Mondays through February if needed
Workshop Master Classes & Rehearsal Saturday, April 8th @ LDA
Time: TBD
A dance company is like a family. Dancers have a shared bond in their passion for technique, artistry, and performance. They support and make a commitment to one another as a team. They share a common goal. The staff at Lakewood Dance Academy strives to create a nurturing space and motivating atmosphere for dancers working as a team and striving for excellence. We believe in your dreams!
Ensemble Opportunities
-Dancers work with staff and guest artists in weekly rehearsals
-Training in ballet and a variety of contemporary dance forms
-Production of professional showcase performance
-Community engagement projects both teaching and performing
-Field trip to dance performance and dinner
-Workshop and master class opportunities
-Competition/convention opportunity
Requirements and Commitment
-Students are 9-19 years and have previous dance training
-Minimum of one ballet class and one contemporary, jazz, or modern class per week
-Audition process or class placement
-Enrollment in 'Ensemble' rehearsal for one hour on Monday evenings
-Commitment to classes and support of peers
-One weekend event or rehearsal per month on average
Cost and Payment Options
Tuition for Ensemble is $400/year per student and covers the following expenses: team jacket, costumes, production of the Ensemble showcase, guest choreographer, tickets to a professional show and dinner (field trip), and extra rehearsal time.
Payments may be made in two payments of $200 each semester or $45 per month added to monthly tuition payments. Please contact Julie@lakewooddance.com or (303) 232-2709 with any questions.
Be prepared to warm up and learn ballet and contemporary dance combinations. You do not need experience in all forms to participate, we are here to teach and support! Students should wear black pants and solid color fitted top or leotard. Bring any dance shoes you own. Audition fee is $10 cash