The Main Street Dance Company, started in 1995, and is the upper level of our competitive dance lines. These are dancers ranging in age from 11 to 18 years and are very commited to the art. They take many classes a week and dance almost every day of the week. This is a very dedicated, high energy, enthusiastic group of students who range in age from 11-18 years. The company program is to enhance the students' technique, showmanship, ability to work with others and prepare them for a career in dance. This is an award winning company that performs and competes locally, regionally and nationally. Auditions for the dance company are held one a year in the spring (May or June). The company season runs for a full year starting in July.
The Prerequiste for the company dancers is proficiency in classical ballet, tap, jazz, general performance skills alonf with a knowledge of terminology and steps (see receptionist for list of these items). Members of the company are required to take many classes a week including non-syllibus ballet, Cecchetti Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical/Contemporary, Hip Hop, Technique class and Company rehearsal. They are also required to attend conventions, master classes and competitions throughout the year. Dance company members/parents are responsible for all tuition, workshops, competition fees, costumes, travel expenses, etc. This is a working environment for the serious student striving for excellence. If you are considering auditioning for this group, please be aware of the huge commitment required by both the dancers and their families.
Previous and current students have recieved scholarships to Broadway Dance Center. Steps in NYC, Edge Performing Arts oin LA, Cecchetti Summer Ballet Seminar, Interlochen along with being accepted to university dance programs and dance teams. Many of the MSDC Company Aluni have gone on to successful professional careers in dance and the performing arts with professional dance companies, in the theater, on television and movies.
If you are interested in auditioning for the dance comapny, please speak with your instructor or if you are not a current student, call the dance centre at 248.684.6300 or email us at DanceMSDC@gmail.com
