Commercial Dance Intensive (CDI)

Boston
Ages 15-25
Boston Conservatory at Berklee's Commercial Dance Intensive explores dance forms that are necessary for success in the entertainment industry, such as jazz dance, hip-hop, and urban.
Dates
July 8-July 26
Check-in Time
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Move-out
July 26, 7:00 PM
Tuition
$2,720
Housing
$2,400
Registration fee
$50 (nonrefundable)
 

How to Enroll

  1. Submit your registration by June 1.* Begin by submitting your registration online. If applicable, you may need to submit additional supporting materials.
  2. Make your tuition payment by June 1.* All programs have limited capacity, so be sure to complete your full tuition payment to reserve your space in the program.
  3. Request housing. Students who are 15 years of age or older by the start of their Boston-based program are eligible to stay in on-campus housing. If you meet the eligibility requirements and have indicated that you would like to request on-campus housing, please revisit your registration portal and submit a Residence Hall Agreement.

*Please note: This program has limited capacity. Submission of registration materials alone does not guarantee participation in the program. You will secure your spot by paying in full.

Curriculum

Boston Conservatory at Berklee Commercial Dance Intensive is a cutting-edge, three-week summer program for dancers interested in exploring the world of commercial dance. Focused on dance for video, film, and live music concerts, you will explore various dance forms necessary to succeed in the industry, including jazz-funk, hip-hop, breaking/popping, urban dance styles, and lyrical jazz. You will also develop important portfolio-building skills, such as résumé creation.

Taught by Boston Conservatory’s renowned faculty and acclaimed guest artists who have performed with some of the biggest names in the industry, Commercial Dance Intensive gives you the opportunity to sample trademark elements of the Conservatory’s top-ranking dance B.F.A. program: versatile skill-building and focused studies that pave a path for successful careers.

Each week you will have the opportunity to interact personally with guest artists and receive valuable guidance from these industry leaders on audition techniques, networking, and dos and don'ts.

Schedule

Below is a sample schedule.

MondayActivities
8:30 AMWelcome meeting
9 AM–10:30 AMBallet placement class
10:45 AM–12:15 PMMaster class
12:15 PM–1:15 PMLunch
1:15 PM–2:45 PMRepertory
Voguing
Jazz
3 PM–4:30 PMMaster class
Freestyle
Repertory
TuesdayActivities
9 AM–10:30 AMBallet class
9 AM–10:30 AMUpside-Down class
Floor barre
10:45 AM–12:15 PMMaster class
12:15 PM–1:15 PMLunch
1:15 PM–2:45 PMRepertory
Jazz
Voguing
3 PM–4:30 PMMaster class
Freestyle
Repertory
4:30 PM–5:30 PMSocial media branding seminar
Audition techniques seminar
WednesdayActivities
9 AM–10:30 AMBallet class
9 AM–10:30 AMUpside-Down class
Floor barre
10:45 AM–12:15 PMMaster class
12:15 PM–1:15 PMLunch
1:15 PM–2:45 PMRepertory
Jazz
Voguing
3 PM–4:30 PMMaster class
Freestyle
Repertory
6 PM–7 PMArtist talkback
ThursdayActivities
9 AM–10:30 AMBallet class
9 AM–10:30 AMUpside-down class
Floor barre
10:45 AM–12:15 PMMaster class
12:15 PM–1:15 PMLunch
1:15 PM–2:45 PMRepertory
Jazz
Voguing
3 PM–4:30 PMMaster class
Freestyle
Repertory
4:30 PM–5:30 PMSocial media branding seminar
Audition techniques seminar
FridayActivities
9 AM–10:30 AMBallet class
9 AM–10:30 AMUpside-Down class
Floor barre
10:45 AM–12:15 PMMock audition
12:15 PM–1:15 PMLunch
1:15 PM–2:45 PMRepertory
Jazz
Voguing
3 PM–4:30 PMMaster class
Freestyle
Repertory

Schedule subject to change.

Performance Opportunities

The Summer Program will conclude at the end of the third week with a performance at the Boston Conservatory at Berklee. The end of program performance will be open to all students, parents, faculty and staff. This performance will be an opportunity to share what you have been working on over the course of your time with us. For friends and family who will not be able to join us in Boston, the concert will also be live-streamed.

Requirements

General Requirements

This program is designed for students and pre-professionals between the ages of 15 and 22 who possess a strong technical background in dance and are interested in commercial dance. Participants should have a strong interest in expanding their knowledge of dance in the entertainment industry, enthusiastic to explore hip-hop, urban dance styles, jazzdance, tap, and more.

Participants must possess a proficient level of English to enroll in this program. We do not require proof of English language proficiency (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo) as part of the enrollment or application process; however, you are expected to have a sufficient command of the English language to understand class material and assignments.

Required Materials

  • One or two outfits appropriate for a theater or concert event
  • Leotards
  • Tights (pink and black)
  • Unitards
  • Dance shorts
  • Ballet shoes
  • Heels
  • Tap shoes (optional)
Once You've Enrolled

The Berklee Summer Programs Team is excited that you've taken the first step! Now that you've enrolled, here's what to know, to be sure you're prepared before and after you check in for the experience of a lifetime.

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