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APPRENTICESHIP

June 22nd - 28th, 2026 | Palm Springs, CA

This is your chance to immerse yourself in the professional world of Nickerson-Rossi Dance Company! Experience intense training in concert dance, working directly with industry professionals during a week-long series of workshops and choreographic labs. Perform in the closing concert, Integrated, alongside NRD’s talented dancers.

Application open between

January 1st - May 31st, 2026

-- or until spots are full

What you missed!

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CHISILED TO ESSENCE

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WAYS TO SUPPORT

support innovative choreography that inspires communities, fosters artistic growth, and champions diversity in contemporary dance.

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"They are bringing something special to the valley that I never even could have imagined."

-- Richard Jay--Alexander

Broadway Producer

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LATEST NEWS

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Keep the Movement Moving: Digital Campaign to Fund Scholarships, Artistry, & Access

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New Artistic Partnership with the Palm Springs Art Museum

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Behind the Movement:

Nickerson-Rossi Dance at University High School

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Nickerson-Rossi Dance launches its 13th season, Chiseled to Essence, marking a pivotal moment of focus and refinement in its mission to advance contemporary dance through performance, education, and community engagement.

 

This season introduces a more intentional approach to artistic partnerships, celebrates the return of Michael Nickerson-Rossi’s acclaimed work DNA, and features residencies in Orlando, Northern California, and Oregon.

 

Continuing collaborations with Sunnylands and the Palm Springs Art Museum, and others, to expand the company’s reach.

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Michael Nickerson-Rossi
Founder/ Artistic Director

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611 South Palm Canyon Dr. Unit #10-12,

Palm Springs, CA 92264  

760.992.6075

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45145 San Luis Rey Ave

Palm Desert, CA 92260

760.895.8320

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