photos by Hazen Tobar © 2023

WELCOME TO THE DANCE INSTITUTE

Celebrating over 50 years of Dance


Spring Registration Now Open

See the Spring '24 schedule of classes here

Have any questions, contact us at danceinstitute@uakron.edu or 330-972-7949


Our March newsletter is available

You can read it here.

Now announcing our new ballet- The Carnival of Animals

We are now an official service provider for the Ohio ACE Program. Click here to apply. 

Performances

New! Now Announcing our Summer 2024 Intensives

  • Registrations begin March 15th 
  • Camps for Pre-Ballet through Advanced Dancers
  • Click here to view our summer brochure.

New! Summer Arts Camp! Ages 6-12

  • Immerse your child in the arts this summer on campus at The University of Akron. Your child will spend their time exploring movement and dance with our staff at The Dance Institute and the University of Akron’s School of Dance. Next, they will head to art class with the Mary Schiller Myers School of Art and the staff of the Art Institute. Ready for some drama? Your student will join our friends at Rubber City Theatre as they learn what it takes to be an actor.  Finally, the Music Institute and the University of Akron’s School of Music will help your budding young musician explore music. Explore and learn with The Arts Academy at The University of Akron. You can choose to attend just one session or come to both! Each week will feature a special campus experience like attending a ballet, getting a backstage tour of E.J. Thomas Hall, or visiting the Emily Davis Gallery!
  • Registration opens March 15th
  • Summer Session I: June 10th-June 14th
    • Ages 6-12
    • 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
    • Price: $300
    • Registration Fee: $25
  • Summer Session II: June 17th-June 21st
    • Ages 6-12
    • 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
    • Price: $300
    • Registration Fee: $25
  • Click here to view the Arts Camp flyer.

Studio tour

Get an look at our beautiful studios located in Guzetta Hall on UA's campus. Take the Guzzetta Hall tour here.

Guzetta Hall studio tour