Contemporary Dance Intensive

An intensive program for ages 9 through 20

ADC’s Contemporary Dance Intensive is one of Australia’s most highly regarded short contemporary dance training courses. Offered in Brisbane each summer, come spend time with the collective.

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ADC’s Contemporary Dance Intensives (CDI) makes bold moves possible. 

Students will dance, learn and connect in a relaxed, supportive environment. ADC Company Dancers take the lead, showcasing new movement and exploring the possibilities of contemporary dance. Taking morning class with the company artists, learning current ADC repertoire and exploring new ideas, students will gain fresh insights into contemporary dance. 

ADC will host three programs in January 2023 for ages 9 to 20 in its Fortitude Valley studios. 

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Foundations / 9-11

#Foundations

Foundational program for ages 9–11 years

Brand new or just started contemporary dance?
Our Foundations Program is the perfect starting point for contemporary training and technique.

Spend two half days with ADC Company Artists as they teach morning technique class. With creative workshops rounding out the day, this program will introduce young dancers to moving creatively and openly.

This program is best suited to students with at least 2 years dance training, in any genre.

Dates

16—17 January, 2023 / 8:30am—12:30pm

Location

Judith Wright Arts Centre, Fortitude Valley

Places Available

15

Cost

$150

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Intermediate / 12-14

#Intermediate

Intermediate program for ages 12–14 years

Our Intermediate Program is designed for dancers starting to push the boundaries of dance.

Over 3 days dancers will work alongside ADC Company Artists as they learn how contemporary choreography is made. Each day begins with morning class, just like the professionals. You will also get to learn current ADC repertoire.

This program is suited to students with at least 5 years dance training, in any genre.

Dates

18—20 January 2023 / 9 am—2:30 pm

Location

Judith Wright Arts Centre, Fortitude Valley

Places Available

20

Cost

$330

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Advanced / 15-20

#Advanced

Advanced program for ages 15-20 years

CURRENTLY AT CAPACITY - Join the waitlist and we will email you when new spots become available.

The Advanced Program is suited to contemporary dance students considering full-time training or a professional career in dance.

Over a two-day intensive, dancers will work with ADC Company Artists and industry Guest Artists. You will take class and learn ADC company repertoire from industry leaders. Dancers will gain new personal insights into the contemporary dance world and make important industry contacts.

This program is suited to students with at least 7 years dance training or in current full-time training courses.

Dates

21 —22 January 2023 / 9 am—5 pm

Location

Judith Wright Arts Centre, Fortitude Valley

Places Available

10

Cost

$275

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We acknowledge the First Nations people as the Traditional Owners of Meanjin (Brisbane).

In the spirit of reconciliation Australasian Dance Collective acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their deep connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.

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