APPRENTICESHIP 2024
JULY 29th - AUGUST 3rd
The Apprenticeship Program is back and is seeking to work with dancers between the ages of 17 - 24 for a week filled with masterclasses, repertoire, and the closing performance. Dancers will work with Artistic Director, Michael Nickerson-Rossi, and his company dancers to learn and perform original NRD Repertoire and a new work set on the apprenticeship cohert.
Located at Nickerson-Rossi's Dance House in Downtown Palm Springs, California.
Classes offered in Ballet, Modern, Contemporary, Composition, and Partnering.
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Dancers will be reviewed for a paid company position with Nickerson-Rossi Dance after the completion of this program.
SCHEDULE
Monday,
July 29th
9am - 12pm
Class
12pm - 1pm
Break
1pm - 3pm
Choreography 1
3:15pm - 5:15pm
Choreography 2
Thursday,
Aug 1st
9am - 12pm
Class
12pm - 1pm
Break
1pm - 3pm
Choreography 1
3:15pm - 5:15pm
Choreography 2
Tuesday,
July 30th
9am - 12pm
Class
12pm - 1pm
Break
1pm - 3pm
Choreography 1
3:15pm - 5:15pm
Choreography 2
Friday,
Aug 2nd
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1pm - 3pm
Choreography 1
3:15pm - 5:15pm
Choreography 2
Wednesday,
July 31st
9am - 12pm
Class
12pm - 1pm
Break
1pm - 3pm
Choreography 1
3:15pm - 5:15pm
Choreography 2
Saturday,
Aug 3rd
2pm - 4pm
Dress Run
5:30pm - 6:45pm
Show 1
7:30pm - 8:45pm
Show 2 (TBD)
FACULTY of NICKERSON-ROSSI
Michael Nickerson-Rossi
Artistic Director
of Nickerson-Rossi Dance
Cristina McKeever-Chaney
Faculty of
Nickerson-Rossi Dance
Chad Allen Ortiz
Executive Director of
Nickerson-Rossi Dance
Corey Levine
Company Dancer of
Nickerson-Rossi Dance
INHALE THE BEAUTY,
EXHALE THE UGLY
This program is accepting up to 15 dancers.
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Program Days
July 29th - August 3rd, 2024
Venue
Nickerson-Rossi's Dance House
Downtown Palm Springs, California
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Technique
Modern
Ballet
Contemporary
Contemporary Partnering
Choreography/Composition
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Classes and Rep Rehearsals with
Michael Nickerson-Rossi
Chad Allen Ortiz
Cristina McKeever
Corey Levine
and Nickerson-Rossi Dance Company
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Performance
Saturday, August 3rd, 2024
PRICING
Apprenticeship Program
(Must submit online to be approved for program)
$1,500
INCLUDES
+ 12 hours of classes
+ 20 hours of repertoire rehearsals
+ NRD Company Masterclasses
+ Dance the NRD Repertoire
+ Original work set by Michael Nickerson-Rossi with the company dancers
+ Professional Photo & Videos from Performance for Demos and Reels
+ Closing Performance
"My journey with NRD started through the apprenticeship program in 2013. I never knew it would lead me to work so far into this organization, beyond being a dancer. The first step is what leads you to your desired future. It's right in front of you."
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Chad Ortiz
Executive Director
of Nickerson-Rossi Dance
"There has always been a strong desire for me as a dancer to immerse myself in new professional settings to further enhance my training and develop my career as a professional dancer.
Having recently moved to the West Coast, the apprenticeship program by Nickerson Rossi Dance offered just that. The program consisted of classes, rehearsals, photoshoots, performance experience, and more, which allowed opportunity for dancers to participate in a program that closely represents the life of a dancer working for a professional company."
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Marissa Andresky
Company Dancer
of Nickerson-Rossi Dance
"Creation doesn't happen without knowledge. 5 years ago I had the opportunity to take a masterclass with Nickerson-Rossi Dance. I realized very quickly how much they had to offer to the dance world, and I knew I had to be involved in some way. Taking the apprenticeship program challenged my movement, thought processes, and understanding of dance and how it relates to real world applications. I was and still am impressed with the care, outlook, and business functions of the Company. I am so thankful I had the opportunity to attend the apprenticeship program, for they treated everyone with bold respect; they truly cared about the artistry and drive of each participant. This program proved to me that there are companies who are reaching far beyond what is expected in the dance industry and I am proud to be a part of it."
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Corey Levine
Company Dancer
of Nickerson-Rossi Dance
