Performing Company

Coppell Dance Centre prides itself if nurturing and leading those dancers who want to take their love of dance to the next level. Our Performing Company are accomplished performers and well trained technically by our staff. We believe that the diversity of our instructors and the cross training of our dancers provides the best possible opportunity for each individual dancer as well as our groups. Our dancers become a team that work together for competition and build friendships and memories that can last a lifetime.

Level of Commitment: Each Performing Company dancer is required to sign a contract that for the full season to ensure that all team members are dedicated and fully committed to the team as well as the studio. This is similar to a select or club sport team commitment.

Auditions: Auditions are held in late July/early August. Exact dates and times will be posted as the dates become closer. We will also have Audition workshops the week of auditions to give each dancer an opportunity to work with our instructors and prepare themselves for Audition.

• How many hours per week does a Performing Company dancer
rehearse if accepted ?

Time commitments will vary depending on your dancers age and how many dances they are placed in- some “guidelines” are listed below and include rehearsal times:

  • Mini Company (Ages 4–7):  3.5 hours
  • Jump Start Company (Ages 7–9):  6-10 hours
  • Junior Company (Ages 9–13):  8-16 hours
  • Teen/Senior Company (Ages 13–18):  9-16 hours

• How many CONVENTIONS will Performing Company attend per year?

Approximately 3 conventions beginning as early as October.

• How many COMPETITIONS will Performing Company attend per year?

Approximately 4 competitions including a National Competition.

• Are these Conventions & Competitions Mandatory?

Yes, all Performing Company members must attend all competitions and conventions.

• Are Performing Company dancers required to take Tap, Hip Hop, or Pointe?

We believe that it benefits the dancers to be well versed in as many styles and techniques as available, but it is not necessarily mandatory for all cases.

• Will my dancer be able to perform a solo?

Solo’s are suggested and are a great asset to the dancer. Choreography and genre of dance will be suggested by instructors.
Please note: Solos are an extra time commitment and financial obligation in addition to the other fees but provide great growth and confidence for the dancer.