Causes: Arts & Culture, Dance

Mission: Mission: to advance the knowledge and appreciation of dance in the community and region through instruction, performances, and outreach programs: to provide the highest quality educational opportunities possible in all aspects of dance to anyone desiring such education: to be viewed as a community and regional leader in preparing students for a professional career in dance. Having the opportunity to view, converse and associate with professional company members, choreographers and directors provides students a chance to develop unique relationships and a deeper level of understanding and appreciation for the art of dance.

Programs: Dance instruction: at delaware dance company, we strive to provide our students with the highest quality dance education possible. Our goal is to instill qualities that will carry students throughout their entire lives, whether they choose a career in dance or another field. We provide year-round programs for approximately 300 students of all ages.

summer camps, classes, and intensive workshops: delaware dance company holds "mini-camps" during the summer months for area children interested in dance and theater. Performances are held at a university performance hall. Summer classes are also held for dancers who wish to retain their skills. In addition, intensive workshops are offered to accomplished dancers to further their knowledge of dance.

performances: delaware dance company annually performs "the nutcracker" as well as end-of-year student concerts. In addition, our performing company holds a spring performance every other year. The youth dance ensemble also participates in many festivals throughout the year.