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Deeply Rooted’s Summer Dance Intensive (SDI) offers technical training and artistic development within the discipline of dance. Participants experience a rigorous curriculum fostering learning and personal growth, along with opportunities to learn the company’s repertory through workshops and performances. The curriculum includes classes based in Horton, Graham, ballet, and contemporary movement. The curriculum also features The Continuum, a series of guided, conversations on self-awareness and personal growth informed by each participant’s creativity and artistic process.
PROGRAM DATES
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AUDITIONS
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Our 6 week program begins Monday, June 2, 2025 and ends Saturday, July 12, 2025.
WEEK 1 & 2 Schedule
June 2 - June 13, 2025
Monday - Friday
4:00 pm - 9:30 pm
WEEK 3 through 6
June 16 - July 12, 2025
Monday - Friday
5:30 pm - 11:00 pm
Performance Dates
July 11 & 12, 2025 (Dates are subject to change)
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Deeply Rooted welcomes and encourages dancers of all levels (beginners to professionals) to audition. On the first day of the intensive, dancers will participate in a placement audition and will be placed into their appropriate level for the remainder of their training.
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Students attend two 90 minute technique classes each day followed by rehearsals for the culminating performances.
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All students train in Ballet, Horton and Graham techniques, traditional African dance, repertory rehearsal, and coaching sessions. The curriculum also features The Continuum, a series of guided, conversations on self-awareness and personal growth informed by each participant’s creativity and artistic process.
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Yes. Deeply Rooted offers a limited number of merit-based scholarships. Please indicate if you’d like to be considered for a scholarship when registering for your audition.
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Funding from Schools and Civic/Community/Charitable Organizations: Many universities and high schools offer funding and grants for independent study and educational enhancement. Deeply Rooted is not an accredited institution. However, if you provide the proper paperwork, we can validate your training. We will verify the coursework you receive while here in technique, choreography, and artistic growth. Organizations such as sororities, fraternities, the Links, etc. have funded students in the past.
Consider a part-time job: Look for a weekend job and dedicate that income to your tuition.
Plan a fundraiser: Students have held performance fundraisers and snack sales during school breaks. Create a crowd-funding page for online donations.
Be creative: Remember – where there is a will, there is a way!
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Please note that Deeply Rooted Dance Theater has no affiliation with any of these locations, they are only suggestions, and is not responsible for making arrangements.
Blueground: Blueground focuses on furnished monthly rental apartments, providing a hassle-free option for those seeking longer-term stays.
Domu: Domu specializes in short-term rentals, including furnished apartments, offering a convenient option for temporary housing.
https://www.booking.com/chicago
https://www.pfsuites.com: South Loop, West Loop, The Loop, Fulton Market, River North areas
Level Hotels & Furnished Suites: Level offers luxury furnished apartments and suites in various Chicago neighborhoods, with options for both nightly and extended stays.
Ryan Corporate Housing: Ryan Corporate Housing specializes in furnished apartments for short-term and extended stays, catering to corporate clients and those seeking temporary housing in Chicago.
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Airbnb: Known for its diverse selection of homes and apartments, including many fully furnished options, Airbnb offers flexible booking options for short and extended stays.
HomeToGo | Vacation Rentals: HomeToGo offers a range of monthly rentals, including those equipped with amenities like hot tubs and saunas, making it suitable for longer stays or romantic getaways.
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No. Deeply Rooted is not responsible for minors before or after their daily classes and rehearsals.
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Deeply Rooted has a no refund policy. If for any reason a student withdraws, a credit towards annual programming will be applied.
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REQUIRED ITEMS
● Proper attire must be worn for class:
Modern Attire (norm): a fitted shirt and yoga-style pants; no shoes
Ballet Attire (norm): a clean un-tattered leotard and tights; ballet shoes
Students are responsible for bringing appropriate performance attire:
○ *ROY G. BIV: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo and violet.
○ Ladies:
■ New/Like New Black Leotard
■ New/Like New Solid Color Leotard (one of ROY G. BIV*)
■ Black Long Tights
■ Black Short (Mid-thigh) Tights
■ African Lapa (African print fabric measuring one yard by one yard used as a wrap-skirt)
■Nude undergarments: Leotard with convertible straps and or bra with convertible straps
Nude Dance briefs
○ Gentlemen:
■ New/Like New Black Fitted Tank Top/Tank Unitard
■ New/Like New Solid Color Fitted Tank Top/Tank Unitard (one of ROY G. BIV*)
■ Black Long Tights
■ Black Short (Mid-thigh) Tights
■ Dance Belt (Black or Nude)
The following is a list of suggested items that you may need throughout the Summer Dance Intensive. These items are not mandatory, but may be helpful.
Dance & Recovery Essentials
Refillable water bottle
Tiger Balm/Biofreeze/Icy Hot
Bandaids/ antibacterial spray and ointment
Foot tape
Ankle/knee brace/wrap (if needed)
Small towel for sweat
Safety pins/small sewing kit
Dance journal/notebook
Warm ups
Robe to cover up between costume changes
Theraband/resistance bands
Foam roller or massage ball
Suggested Weather & City Prep
Umbrella (compact)
Lightweight rain jacket or poncho
Hoodie
Long Pants
Sunscreen
Light layers for A/C indoors
CTA Transit Pass or Ventra Card (if applicable) description