Summer Program

Immerse. Uncover. Transform.
Alonzo King LINES Ballet | Summer Programs

Alonzo King LINES Ballet | Summer Programs are designed for aspiring artists ages 11-25 and offer a unified approach to training — rooted in the philosophy of Alonzo King. Our Summer Program supports the artistic growth of ballet and contemporary dancers. Dancers are guided on a collaborative journey that values risk-taking and independent thinking. We have an exceptional faculty, many who are former LINES Ballet company dancers and renowned guest artists.

Our aim is to supply a solid technical underpinning, based in classical training, and to provide an environment for the unfolding of the students’ own creative power. They are encouraged to problem solve through exploration and a tenacious work ethic. Emphasis is placed on cultivating the ability to recognize individual gifts and express themselves with fluency.
Program Details

CONTACT

Karah M. Abiog
Director

Linda Lam
Operations Manager

summer-program@linesballet.org

UPCOMING AUDITIONS

LINES Exploration Lab

March 24–25, 2024

Intermediate to pre-professional dancers ages 12–60 are invited to join us for a two-day workshop in Birmingham, AL. Work directly with past LINES Ballet company members. This experience includes classes in ballet, contemporary, LINES repertory investigation, and explorative improvisation.

Pre-Professional Program

Ages 18–25 | June 10-July 3

This highly rigorous three-week intensive is specifically designed for the aspiring dance professionals ages 18–25. Our program enriches technical and artistic mastery and engages students in an immersive choreographic experience, highly valued in today’s contemporary landscape.

Advanced Program

Ages 14–17 | July 22-August 11

This challenging three-week supports the growth of the advanced dancer ages 14-17. Our program focuses on developing individual artistry, increasing technical proficiency, and immersing students in a rich creative process that supports artistic risk-taking and independent thinking.

Junior Program

Ages 11–14 | July 8-12 & July 15-19

A robust intensive designed for beginner and intermediate dancers ages 11 – 14 that introduces the LINES philosophy and LINES repertoire. It supports the technical and artistic growth of the contemporary ballet dancer. Dancers have the option of taking one or both weeks of the program.

Summer Program Stories

Everything in the phenomenal universe is straight line and circle. The horizon, our heads, arms, electrons, the oceans, planets and stars. Their principal function is to radiate. The task of the human being is also to radiate.

Alonzo King

COVID-19 Protocols

The Summer Program no longer requires proof of vaccination in order to attend and participate in in-person activities at the LINES Dance Center. The use of face masks is encouraged in the LINES Dance Center, including in common spaces and studios. Subject to teacher discretion, masks may be requested in class. For full details, check out our visit page.

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