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Summer Study NYC: Contemporary & Theater Dance Intensives

Study with New York’s most elite dance makers.

Summer Study NYC (SSNYC), presented by Steps on Broadway, is the premiere program for enhancing your dance training this summer. SSNYC is a 3-week program offering intermediate and advanced dancers (ages 18 & older) the opportunity to immerse themselves in New York’s concert and commercial dance worlds. Dancers will take a diverse course selection while choosing to concentrate on Theater/Jazz or Contemporary repertoire. The curriculum will focus on building strength, versatility, technique, and artistry under the instruction of the industry’s most sought-after teachers. By the end of the program, dancers will be stronger performers, make life-changing connections with world-renowned masters , and have immersed themselves into a community of artists that support and inspire each other.

A day in the life of an SSNYC student begins with technique classes designed to challenge the dancer while enhancing foundational technique. Afterwards, dancers will engage in supplemental experiences including mock auditions with agents, voice classes, and more. Throughout the program, dancers will learn repertoire from leading choreographers in preparation for a showcase at the end of the session.

2025 Session Dates:

Application Deadline:
April 1, 2025
2025 Applications are closed

Session Dates:
June 9-June 29, 2025

Contemporary
or
Theater/Jazz
Concentration

Open to Domestic and International Students

Housing affiliates are shared with enrolled students only

SUMMER STUDY NYC CURRICULUM INCLUDES A WIDE ARRAY OF DISCIPLINES NO MATTER WHICH CONCENTRATION YOU SELECT.

Classes include: 
Theater dance, jazz, precision jazz, Horton technique, Limon, contemporary, improvisation, composition, acting, vocal, past & current Broadway repertoire, industry Q&As, Afro’dance, Afro Caribbean, Vogue, Bhangra/Bollywood, strength & conditioning, ballet, hip hop, house, across the floor jumps & turns, Business of Dance, Being a Dancer, Injury Prevention & Nutrition seminars, plus a mock audition with a global talent agency, a final showcase for family and friends and so much more! 

Including faculty like Sophie Alpern, Monica Bill Barnes, Germaul Barnes, Josh Bergasse, Al Blackstone, Janis Brenner, Rena Butler, Kristen Carcone, Michelle Cave, Carl Danielsen (acting), Kai Davis, Tilly Evans-Krueger, Karen Gayle, Daniel Gaymon, Billy Griffin, Yancy Greene, Chanon Judson, Angel Kaba, Amanda LaMotte, Jessica Lang, Adrian Lee, Kate Loh, Sarah Meahl, Michael Mindlin, Derek Mitchell, Eliza Ohman, Nicholas Palmquist, Paul Peglar (vocal), Khori Petinaud, Tiffany Rea-Fisher, Krystyna Resavy, Janice Rosario, Cindy Welik-Salgado, Tommy Scrivens, Charlie Sutton, Maleek Washington, Betty Weinberger, Patti Wilcox, Jason Williams, Chaz Wolcott, The Verdon Fosse Legacy, and so many more incredible pros who bring their magic to Steps every day.

*faculty & guest choreographers for showcase change every year 

We are so proud of our SSNYC Alumni who have gone on to perform on Broadway, Regional Theaters, The Rockettes, international stage productions, cruise ships, Lincoln Center, The Skirball Center, The High Line, as well as become company members of Elisa Monte Dance, Heidi Latsky Dance Rioult Dance NYC, and More!

AUDITIONS & REQUIREMENTS

To audition you must complete your program application through Acceptd by April 1, 2025.

Acceptd Application Instructions:

  1. Select Summer Study NYC under programs
  2. Choose either live/video audition
  3. If live through Steps onsite / zoom audition, a completed application must be submitted before the audition date. Use calendar to request audition date and must receive confirmation from Director. Please note: Class fee(s) must be paid in addition to the application fee. No live auditions available on Wednesdays, Fridays or the weekends. 
  4. Requirements for video audition include:
    • Technique section: Demonstrate plies, tendus, adagio, pirouettes, petit, and grand allegro on both sides.
    • Artistry section: Solo in your preferred style; no more than 3 minutes
    • Vocal video if selecting Theater/Jazz session: 16-32 bars if applicable or “Happy Birthday” if you’re a beginner/have no experience singing
Group photo of excited Summer Study dance students in Steps' studio

CLICK HERE opens a new window to submit application through Acceptd

SCHOLARSHIP/FINANCIAL AID
Every application is considered for merit-based scholarships. There is no formal application to request. You will be notified if funding has been granted. If you feel that your financial circumstances warrant financial aid consideration, be sure to utilize this field within your application and request form from Program Director. All supporting documents must be submitted by a given deadline. Partial funds are limited, based on availability, and not guaranteed. No full scholarships are granted. Funds only apply toward tuition, not housing, living expenses, travel, or the like. Payment plans available through written request.

ACCEPTANCE
Notification of acceptance will be received via Acceptd messaging portal shortly after application deadline, or sooner.

HEALTH INSURANCE
All students are expected to have health insurance for the duration of study. Enrolling in Steps’ group health plan is available for international students upon request.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
International Students are welcome to attend on a tourist visa or by obtaining an ESTA visa waiver. Students should have a working knowledge of the English language as course work is taught in English. For further information, please contact the Director of Professional Training Programs.

COURSE OF STUDY

SAMPLE THEATER JAZZ SCHEDULE

Complex image grid of sample schedule for Theater Jazz summer program

SAMPLE CONTEMPORARY SCHEDULE

Complex image grid of sample schedule for Contemporary dance summer program

TUITION & REGISTRATION

Steps Summer Study students in the dance studio one in the foreground with her left arm up, many others lined up on the right wall

Tuition

$3200/session *
Enroll by March 1 and save $350

*Audition by class observation requires class fee in addition to application fee.

METHODS OF PAYMENT

  • Wire transfer directly to Steps on Broadway bank account.
  • Credit card

REFUNDS

Tuition is refundable only if Steps on Broadway cancels the Summer Study completely.

TimeUp to 6 weeks prior to program start date.Less than 6 weeks to start date.
After orientation (1st day)		Application Fees, Deposits, Missed Classes, Dismissal
Refund90%40%0%0%

Program subject to change. Successful completion of program may be applied toward college credit; check with your department chair.

School Policies:
All students are required to maintain proper etiquette in the classroom and on the premises. Failure to do so will result in dismissal from the program.

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