Thank You!
On Saturday, June 20th, our 2026 Summer Intensive concluded with a final showing for friends and family. What an incredible two weeks of training and growth — Congrats, dancers!
Learn More About Our Annual Summer Intensive
Our Summer Intensive offers a dynamic range of classes designed to challenge and inspire dancers. In addition to daily ballet and modern technique classes, we offer specialized workshops and masterclasses crafted to deepen your training and support your artistic growth. Explore our 2026 program below!
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Train directly with leaders of the the Parsons community:
Masterclass with David Parsons, with live drums - Learn about David Parsons' creative process in this class devoted to crafting new movement and exploring ideas in real time.
Modern Masterclass with Elizabeth Koeppen Kalosieh, former Parsons company dancer and rehearsal director - Learn Parsons Dance technique as you study classic shapes, fast movements, and exciting combinations.
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Precision Jazz with Megan - Explore sharp, dynamic movement that blends jazz rhythms with musicality, clarity, and technical precision.
Creation with Emerson - Experience a process-driven class using improvisation and guided prompts to generate movement and discover your creative voice.
Partnering with Téa and Parsons Dancers - Learn how to share weight and build trust while practicing classic Parsons partnering sequences.
Contemporary with Joanne - Explore use of your spine, plié, and breath to find grounded shapes and musicality within contemporary technique.
Inversion Studies with Joe - Learn tips and progressions for inversions while building strength and confidence through freezes, handstands, and floorwork.
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Mock Audition With Feedback - Gain valuable insight in this class featuring a two-hour mock audition and feedback about dancer resumes and headshots.
Professional Photoshoot with Katie Mollison - Discover the technique behind a successful photoshoot and how to build an audition portfolio through collaboration with a photographer and Parsons dancers.
Q&A with David Parsons and company artists - Engage in an open conversation with David Parsons and company members, gaining insight into their careers, creative process, and experiences in the professional dance world.
Dance Beyond The Stage - Learn about career paths beyond performing in this seminar covering stage management, costume design, marketing, and more.
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Learn featured works from the Parsons repertory and perform at our friends and family showcase at the conclusion of the intensive.
This is your chance to:
Refine classical and modern dance technique.
Learn new and classic works from the company’s repertory.
Practice auditioning for professional positions and receive personal feedback for what you do.
Develop the technique to prepare and execute a successful photoshoot that highlights your skills.
Receive instruction in various electives, including partnering and precision jazz.
Perform in a showcase designed for friends and family.
Due to the format of our Intensive, students who will be under the age of 18 at the time the program should email their resume and contact information for a parent or guardian to intensives@parsonsdance.org with their interest prior to completing any registration.