INHALE THE BEAUTY,
EXHALE THE UGLY
The Apprenticeship Program is back and is seeking to work with dancers between the ages of 18 - 24 for a two-week experience filled with masterclasses, repertoire, and the closing performance. Dancers will work with the internationally renowned Artistic Director, Michael Nickerson-Rossi, and his company dancers to learn and perform three pieces from the company repertoire.
The venue includes Nickerson-Rossi's Dance House in Downtown Palm Springs, California.
Classes offered in Ballet, Modern, Contemporary, Composition, Partnering, and Improv.
Additionally, six guest masterclasses from Artistic Directors of other companies will teach during our Apprenticeship Program.
Lastly, dancers will have the opportunity to audition for a paid company position with Nickerson-Rossi Dance.
This Program is Accepting 15 dancers.
Program Days
July 18th - July 31st, 2022
Venue
Nickerson-Rossi's Dance House
Downtown Palm Springs, California
Technique
Modern
Ballet
Contemporary
Contemporary Partnering
Choreography/Composition
Structured Improve
Classes and Rep Rehearsals with
Michael Nickerson-Rossi
and Company
Master Classes with
6 additional Artistic Directors and Producers
Line-Up Released Soon
Performance
Saturday, July 30th, 2022
Company Audition
Sunday, July 31st, 2022
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE
Monday,
July 18th
9am - 10:30am
Modern with
Michael Nickerson
15 minute break
10:45am - 12pm
Contemporary with
Chad Allen
12pm - 1pm
Break
1pm - 4pm
New Work with Michael
Thursday,
July 21st
9am - 10:30am
Ballet with
Alessandra Di Pierro
15 minute break
10:45am - 12pm
Modern with
Micheal Nickerson
12pm - 1pm
Break
1pm - 4pm
New Work with Michael
Sunday,
July 24th
Day of Rest
Wednesday,
July 27th
10am - 11:30am
Contemporary with
Samantha DeMarco
15 minute break
11:45pm - 2:30pm
NRD Rep 1
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Break
3:30pm - 6pm
NRD Rep 2
Saturday,
July 30th
9am call time
10am - 2pm
Show run and rehearsal
5pm call time
6pm - 7:30pm show
Tuesday,
July 19th
9am - 10:30am
Ballet with
Alessandra Di Pierro
15 minute break
10:45am - 12pm
Modern with
Micheal Nickerson
12pm - 1pm
Break
1pm - 4pm
New Work with Michael
Friday,
July 22nd
9am - 10:30am
Guest 1
15 minute break
10:45am - 12pm
Guest Class 2
12pm - 1pm
Break
1pm - 4pm
New Work with Michael
Monday,
July 25th
10am - 11:30am
Ballet with
Hailee Whiddon
15 minute break
11:45pm - 2:30pm
NRD Rep 1
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Break
3:30pm - 6pm
NRD Rep 2
Thursday,
July 28th
9am - 10:30am
Guest 5
15 minute break
10:45am - 1:30pm
NRD Rep 1
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Break
2:30pm - 5pm
NRD Rep 2
Sunday,
July 31st
2pm - 4pm
Company Audition
Wednesday,
July 20th
9am - 10:30am
Modern with
Michael Nickerson
15 minute break
10:45am - 12pm
Contemporary with
Chad Allen
12pm - 1pm
Break
1pm - 4pm
New Work with Michael
Saturday,
July 23rd
9am - 10:30am
Guest Class 3
15 minute break
10:45am - 12pm
Guest Class 4
12pm - 1pm
Break
1pm - 4pm
New Work with Michael
Tuesday,
July 26th
10am - 11:30am
Modern with
Marissa Andresky
15 minute break
11:45pm - 2:30pm
NRD Rep 1
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Break
3:30pm - 6pm
NRD Rep 2
Friday,
July 29th
9am - 10:15am
Guest 6
15 minute break
10:30am - 12:45pm
NRD Rep 1
12:45pm - 2:30pm
Break
2:30pm - 5pm
NRD Rep 2
FACULTY
Michael Nickerson-Rossi
Artistic Director
of Nickerson-Rossi Dance
Chad Allen Ortiz
Executive Director of
Nickerson-Rossi Dance
Alessandra Di Pierro
Faculty of
Palm Springs Dance Academy
Marissa Andresky
Company Dancer of
Nickerson-Rossi Dance
Samantha DeMarco
Company Dancer of
Nickerson-Rossi Dance
Hailee Whiddon
Company Dancer of
Nickerson-Rossi Dance
GUEST INSTRUCTORS
Released Soon...
PRICING
Apprenticeship Program
(Must submit online to be approved for program)
$2,125
INCLUDES
+ 22.5 hours of classes
+ 32.5 hours of repertoire rehearsals
+ 11 NRD Company Masterclasses
+ 6 Guest Master Classes from Artistic Directors & College Professors
+ Dance the NRD Repertoire
+ Professional Photo & Video Shoot for Demos and Reels
+ Closing Performance
+ Audition for a paid position with NRD
"My journey with NRD started through the apprenticeship program in 2013. I never knew it would lead me to tour internationally with the company, owning a dance studio, managing a dance theater, and working with other incredible artists in the dance industry. The first step is what leads you to your desired future. It's right in front of you."
Chad Ortiz
Executive Director
of Nickerson-Rossi Dance
