Performance Opportunities

Performance Opportunities

Performance is an exciting and essential part of every student's dance training! It's a continuation of training, as learning choreography and working with classmates to create a piece of art to share with others is a valuable experience.

All Dance Institute students have opportunities to share what they've learned throughout the year. Our classes are dedicated to teaching strong technique and our repertoire program on Saturday mornings provides the students an opportunity to utilize these skills. 

Spring Gala

All students are invited to perform in our Spring Gala (formerly Work Summary) in May.  This performance concludes the Spring Semester and includes Senior Recognitions and Scholarship Awards. 

The University of Akron Nutcracker

Join us this year for the return of our University of Akron Nutcracker. Dancers will work alongside the University of Akron Dancers and faculty to create a unique adaptation of this timeless classic. Performed in Sandefur Theatre on campus here at The University of Akron. Click here to sign-up for auditions: Nutcracker Auditions

The University of Akron Dance Company (UADC)

Advanced dancers may be invited to show in a piece in The University of Akron Dance Company (UADC) performance in either the Fall or Spring Semester.  

New Work Series

Our spring performance features the advancement of new and innovative work. Our faculty at The Dance Institute work in collaboration with the community to create exciting and new ballets for our students. Past works have included Pictures at an Exhibition, Cinderella, Carnival of Animals, and Dina Prima the Ballerina. We perform these works on-site at The University of Akron as well as in the community as part of our "Random Acts of Culture" program. Our open audition process allows us to create new and accessible dance experiences to all. 

Community-Based Performances

Community-based performances include lecture / demonstrations for local events, schools, and retirement communities as well as collaborative performances with other arts organizations.