Company
Dance Evolution Studios has two dance companies, a Kids Company and a Junior Company, that perform in the community throughout the year.
What is the Dance Evolution Company?
The DE Companies are for dancers in the DE Academy that show exceptional potential in dance skills and in personal character.
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DE Companies are designed for dancers very dedicated to the art form and their practice of classical and contemporary ballet. Company dancers participate in a variety of classes throughout each week of the year-long term, including Contemporary, Ballet Technique, Strength and Stretch, Pilates Mat, Pointe, exclusive Company Classes, choreography and rehearsal. This variety of classes ensures the dancers are well-rounded in the four pillars of our company philosophy of Technique, Artistry, Wellness and Performance.
Who Qualifies for Company?
Company admission is by audition only. Dancers who are accepted after auditions are placed in the respective company based on Academy Level.
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Kids Company is comprised of dancers from Academy Level 1, 1.5, 2 and 2.5
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Junior Company is compreised of dancers from Academy Level 3, 3.5, 4, 4.5.
What are the requirements for Company?
In addition to being accepted into the Company through audition, dancers must:
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Attend regular Academy classes with excellent focus, respect, and attendance.
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Be registered in Pore-Pointe or Pointe classes
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Take Contemporary once per week, attend Company class once per week, take 1 wellness class (Kids Co.) or 2 wellness classes (Jr. Co.) per week, attend Workshops (included in price), regularly attend rehearsals, and participate in local performances.​
What are the benefits of Company?
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Well-rounded dance education, setting oneself up for a possible future career in dance.​
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More instruction time, through Company Classes
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Option to join in on YAGP
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Priority casting for Nutcracker
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Free registration to all Wellness Workshops
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Year-round community performance opportunities
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Being a part of something greater than oneself.
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A sense of belonging and camaraderie
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An environment driven by passion for dance and excellence
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Friendships and memories that truly last a lifetime
What is the Cost of Company?
In addition to Academy Tuition and Pre-Pointe or Pointe costs, Company members subscribe to a monthly Company Membership in order to attend the Contemporary, Wellness classes, Company Classes, and any Open Division classes desired. Options for Company Memberships are:
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5-credit per week Membership for $175 per month : ​SUBSCRIBE HERE
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Unlimited credits per week Membership for $196 per month SUBSCRIBE HERE
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There is also a Company Rehearsal fee of $499 to cover rehearsal time over 12 months, which can be spread over the 12-month Term (Aug-Aug) if needed.
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YAGP is optional, but will be additional cost for entry fee, rehearsal time, travel costs (to SF) and costumes.
When is the Audition?
Company auditions will be held on August 3rd, 2025:
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Kids Co Auditions: 12-1:30 PM
Jr. Co Auditions: 1:30-3:00 PM
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Please dress in ballet attire, with hair neatly secured away from the face. No registration for auditions is needed. Simply attend:
Dance Evolution Studios
(formerly Santa Rosa Dance Theater)
569 Summerfield Road
Santa Rosa, CA 95405