What is a Materclass & Residency?

🌟 What is a 5-day Choreography Residency?

A Residency is an immersive learning journey where you’ll work with one teacher for five consecutive days, creating a complete choreographed piece while mastering new techniques. Here’s what makes it special:

Daily Structure:
• 90-minute progressive classes
• Focused technique and drill work at the start
• Choreography development
• Limited to 20-25 participants for personalised attention

What You’ll Get:
✨ A polished, performance-ready routine
✨ Professional video recording available to purchase
✨ Enhanced technical skills
✨ Deep connections with your teacher and fellow dancers
✨ Opportunity to perform in the Festival Show

• Maximum of 4 residencies per dancer
• Each teacher brings unique style and inspiration
• If performing in the Festival Show, no need to purchase a show ticket
• These experiences often become festival highlights!

CHECK OUT THE SCHEDULE HERE
BOOK A RESIDENCY (Early Bird discount until May 16, use code: EARLY25)

🎓 What are Masterclasses?

Masterclasses are dynamic, standalone 75-minute sessions where you’ll learn from different faculty members throughout the festival week. Perfect for exploring various styles and approaches!

What to Expect:
• Warm-ups and technique work
• New step combinations
• Unique teaching approaches
• Limited class sizes for optimal learning

Schedule:
• Maximum 4 classes per day
• Available throughout festival week (Sept 27-Oct 3)

Important Notes:
• Choose one class per time slot
• Select classes matching your level
• Early booking recommended – places fill quickly!
• Different content in each class

⚡What is the non-performance Residency? 

Step into the studio for an intimate 5-day immersion into the creative process of a professional tap artist. Unlike choreography-focused residencies, this unique program puts YOU and YOUR artistic development at the centre.

What Makes This Different:
• Focus on process over product
• Personalised guidance for your tap journey
• Deep dive into professional practice
• Freedom to explore your artistic voice

Daily Structure (90-minute sessions):
• Technical foundation work
• Artist-led demonstrations
• Individual development time
• Group discussions and feedback
• Practical application of concepts

What You’ll Experience:
✨ Customise your learning goals
✨ Develop your unique artistic voice
✨ Learn professional practice techniques
✨ Build sustainable training methods
✨ Access direct mentorship

Perfect For Dancers Who Want To:
• Deepen their artistic practice
• Understand professional processes
• Develop individual style
• Build sustainable training habits
• Connect with like-minded artists

Class Details:
• Limited to 20-30 participants
• 5 consecutive days
• 90-minute sessions

Here, you’re not learning someone else’s choreography – you’re developing your unique voice while gaining insights into professional practice that will serve you long after the festival ends.

Note: If you’re looking for a choreography-focused experience, check out our Choreography Residencies instead!

 

CHECK OUT THE SCHEDULE HERE

BOOK A MASTERCLASS(Early Bird discount until May 16, use code: EARLY25)