Moving North is a cost-free dance training program founded on the principle art should not be a privilege, but instead, is a necessity. Created for girls 10-18 years old living in Lexington communities experiencing inequity in accessibility to art, Moving North will foster a safe space for youth to explore and express their creativity through dance. Moving North is a Movement Continuum program.
Moving North dancers will receive:
Weekly training from highly qualified professionals in Ballet, Contemporary, Jazz, Acro & Hip Hop
All necessary dance shoes & dance clothes (leotard, tights, etc.), as well as dance bag
Guest artist workshops in African, Indian, Latin & Contra Dance
Professional headshots
Performance experience via their Spring show at the Pam Miller Downtown Arts Center
All performance costuming
Access to transportation to & from rehearsals & performances
Education in resumé & professional bio writing, dance history, choreography & exposure to other careers in the performing arts
One-on-one mentorship with a professional dancer
Questions You May Have
When does Moving North start & end? Moving North will restart with our third season September 2024! Our season will end after our Spring performance in May 2025.
How much does it cost to be a dancer in Moving North? We’re not kidding when we say our program is cost-free. Dancers in Moving North will not be responsible for any financial fees.
How many girls get to be in Moving North? In our third season, we will work with no more than 15 dancers total through the program.
Where will Moving North be held? We’re currently in the process of moving, and we’ll be posting updates about Moving North’s new class location as soon as possible!
When will Moving North dancers meet? Moving North dancers will meet once per week for classes, choreography & training.
Moving North Team
Moving North Company | Season One
Moving North’s first season was made possible due to a $10,000 2022 Art Meets Activism grant award from Kentucky Foundation for Women!
Every dollar counts in providing a future for young dancers in Central Kentucky. $20 can purchase a pair of Ballet shoes for a new dancer & $40 purchases a new leotard.
Are you interested in financially contributing in order to make dance a reality in a young student’s life? Fill out our contact form, & we’ll let you know how you can best help in getting a student into the studio!
Interested in Moving North?
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