Performance Series
Dance 101’s spectacular student performance showcase
“I’d Rather Be Dancing!” Season 23 hits the stage March 21st – 23rd, 2025!
Our performance pieces are beautifully staged and choreographed for all dance levels. This is NOT a recital! This is a dance showcase with concert grade sound and lighting production, presented in a nightclub/theater style setting. Each performance SELLS OUT to a supportive and very enthusiastic audience cheering you on. The energy is explosive – come be a part of this extraordinary experience!
Registration for I’d Rather Be Dancing season 23 has closed!
General information about the Performance Series at dance 101!
- There are eight, 90 minute rehearsals plus 1 Dress Rehearsal, 1 Show Rehearsal & 1 Tech Rehearsal = a 10 week, once a week commitment.
- No audition required. However, occasionally some pieces may be by invitation only and will appear as “Full” (not open) during registration.
- A Invitation Only piece requires the highest level of training and skill and is offered to the most dedicated and experienced dancers who attend class consistently and over time. Performance pieces are limited in size. Invitation Only pieces are only offered occasionally.
- Show Choreographers are teachers on faculty at dance 101.
- We strongly suggest you are (or become) familiar with the Choreographer’s work prior to signing up. This means: take their classes! Learn their style and taste in music.
- During the registration period, show choreographers are encouraged to teach a segment of their show choreography in their classes. This gives you the opportunity to be doubly sure of your commitment… because there are no refunds!
- Registration will close once a piece hits its capacity or by the first rehearsal, whichever happens first.
PRO TIP: Make sure you’ve opted into our weekly newsletter (The 101) to be the most informed regarding piece availability as well as studio happenings. Never miss a beat!
TUITION:
The cost of the Performance Series is $310 for active dance 101 students and $375 for non-active dance 101 students. Active is defined as having a current class card or membership at time of registration and actively taking classes with us at the time of registration. Active student status will be verified. Make sure you’re logged in to get the Active price. No refunds if you register incorrectly.
Tuition includes 1 dance piece of your choice, eight 90 minute rehearsals* (in addition to dress, show and tech rehearsals), 4 performances, and 25% off tickets*. Costumes not included. *Tickets are $25-$35 and limited to 140 capacity per show.
A WORD ABOUT REHEARSALS:
*Rehearsal Etiquette:
- Plan to arrive 15 minutes early so you can warm up and be ready to maximize every minute of your rehearsal.
- Expect to be given practice homework every week!
- Do your homework. Very important! Rehearsals are not for reviewing, they are for progressing and staging.
- For maximum stage time, attend all rehearsals. You can not be inserted into a formation if you are absent on the day it was set.
- Respect the creative process and decisions your choreographer makes. This is NOT a recital to showcase what you’ve learned. Our show pieces are beautifully staged, artistically choreographed and professionally produced.
- Do not expect a solo (although you might get one if its relevant to the storyline).
- Come to rehearsals prepared and rested and with intention and gratitude.
You are about to have one of the most amazing experiences of your life! Be all in!
Upcoming Performance Opportunities (and Important Dates):
SUMMER 2025
- Line-up announcement – Friday April 11th
- Pre-Registration – Monday April 25th
- Registration – April 28th – May 7th
- Rehearsal period – Friday May 9th – Thursday July 10th (skip Memorial day & July 4th weekend)
- Dress rehearsal – Friday July 11th
- Show rehearsal – Friday July 18th
- Tech rehearsal – Friday July 25th
- Show dates – Friday July 25th – Sunday July 27th
FALL 2025
- Line-up announcement – Monday August 4th
- Pre-Registration – Friday August 15th
- Registration – August 18th – September 2nd
- Rehearsal period – Friday September 5th – Thursday October 30th
- Dress rehearsal – Friday November 7th
- Show rehearsal – Friday November 14th
- Tech rehearsal – Friday November 21st
- Show dates – Friday November 21st – Sunday November 23rd
