The Dancing House Performance Company: Elevating Dance Education with Our New Competition Program

When we opened our "Big Studio Doors" in January 2020, our vision was clear: to create a space where dancers could elevate their skills through challenging choreography and advanced movement concepts. By 2022, this vision became a reality with the launch of The Dancing House Performance Company.

The Dancing House Performance Company's Mission

The Dancing House Performance Company was created to provide young, talented, and dedicated dancers with opportunities to deepen their dance education. Through engaging choreography, guest instructors, and performance experiences, our dancers gain valuable skills both on and off the stage.

Introducing Our New Competition Program

This year, we're excited to expand our offerings with the launch of our competition program, thanks to the leadership of Sophi Johnson and Savanna Flagstad. Our dancers were craving more opportunities to grow, and Ms. Melissa found the perfect leaders to guide them. With their dedication, four dancers, aged 10-14, will take the stage this winter as part of TDH's inaugural dance team competition season.

How to Join the Competition Program

Dancers interested in joining The Dancing House Performance Company must audition to secure their spot. To qualify, dancers must:

• Be at least 10 years old

• Commit to at least two weekly technique classes (one of which must be ballet for competition dancers)

• Attend weekly rehearsals with the TDH Performance Company every Friday from 4:30-6 PM 

Dancers who demonstrate advanced skills or have a minimum of two years on TDHPC may also audition to compete as a soloist, duet, or in a small group at area competitions. These dancers dedicate additional time to rehearsing their competition pieces to ensure they're fully prepared to shine on stage.

The INnovate Dance Event - a day of dance education.  

In addition to competition preparation, every Company member participates in The INnovate Dance Event. This unique experience is designed to make dancers feel:

• INspired

• INvigorated

• INvolved

• INcluded

The event includes master classes, performance opportunities, adjudication feedback, industry insights, and service projects. Our dancers gain exposure to diverse choreographers, dance styles, and teaching methods while forming valuable connections with fellow dancers in the Twin Cities metro area. This event not only strengthens our dancers' skills but also builds unity within our growing dance team.

Competition Season Highlights

Our dancers will also compete at prestigious events such as Masquerade and DX Events, where they'll showcase their skills, strength, stamina, and artistry in front of professional judges. These competitions are an exciting opportunity for our dancers to gain performance experience and connect with other talented dancers in the region.

Meet the 2024 TDH Performance Company Dancers

We are proud to introduce this year's dedicated Performance Company dancers:

• Klyie Lovgren

• Grace Lausted

• Hartley Koderick

• Eleanor Hollister

• Lillian Wynveen

• Luna Pidgeon

• Rhylinn Manus

These dancers were selected for their character, talent, and commitment to their dance education. We are incredibly proud of their hard work and are excited to see them represent TDH this season. If you see these dancers around, be sure to give them a high five!

Interested in Joining Our Dance Team?

If you have a dancer ages 10 and older who’s eager to take their dance education to the next level, please email Miss Sophi at thedancinghousehudsonwi@gmail.com for more information.

Looking for Entertainment?

If your organization is seeking entertainment, we'd love to share our passion for dance with the community. Contact us today to discuss performance opportunities and collaborations.

At The Dancing House, we're proud to help students of all ages and abilities develop into kind, confident, and life-ready humans through the art of dance. Our new competition program is an exciting step in that mission, and we can’t wait to see our dancers shine this season!

"We found the The Dancing House in 2021 after our 9 year old showed interest in starting dance. We weren't sure how well she'd do and I was worried that she was starting dance late, so a studio specializing in beginners of all ages was perfect for us. The patient, encouraging, and positive atmosphere is wonderful and the instructors are amazing. My now 13 year old takes classes in many different styles of dance and has really grown up with The Dancing House. The Dancing House isnt a place only for beginners, they have something for everyone and I would highly recommend The Dancing House to anyone regardless of where they are in their dance journey." - Keisha Manus, happy parent.