Once in a lifetime opportunity!
Expand your Repertory & Explore Techniques at LDF’s Intensive
June 17 – 22 (please note there will be no class on Wednesday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth). This is a hands on experience with limited space. The 2024 June Summer Intensive is designed for intermediate/advanced dancers ages 12+.
Summer Intensive Esteemed Faculty
Jillian Meyers
Jillian Meyers is an Emmy nominated choreographer. Her work varies from touring with Janet Jackson, being the assistant choreographer of the film “La La Land”, and choreographing multiple music videos for the artist Hozier. She will be teaching a Rhythmic Tendencies & Commercial Prep class that will help dancers understand the challenges of camera, location, scene, staging, etc. For Ms. Meyer’s full credits, click here.
Jodie Gates
Jodie Gates is best known for being the Founding Director of University of Southern California Glorya Kaufman School of Dance and principal ballerina with the Joffrey Ballet and Complexions Contemporary Ballet. She is an accomplished choreographer and has worked with Prince and John Legend. She will be teaching Ballet Technique and William Forsythe Choreographic Workshops. Ms. Gates’ full bio can be found here.
Ground Grooves – Gracie Whyte & Laura Berg
Ground Grooves will be teaching a methodical and safe floorwork class that emphasizes continuous and fluid floorwork for movers of all levels. “Ground Grooves” was coined in 2016 and has since been taught in 25+ cities and 10+ countries. More information about Ground Grooves and the cofounders: Gracie Whyte & Laura Berg can be found here.
Fiona Lummis
For two decades, Fiona Lummis graced the stage with her unparalleled artistry and commanding performances with Netherlands Dance Theater. She has created roles in fifteen (15) of Jiří Kylián’s ballets and in numerous works by Hans Van Manen, Nacho Duato, Ohad Naharin, and Mats Ek, among others. Currently, she imparts her wisdom at the Los Angeles County High School of the Arts (LACHSA) and as an Artist in Residence at USC’s Glorya Kaufman School of Dance, while also staging Kylián’s masterpieces globally. She will be teaching Ballet Technique and Jiří Kylián Choreographic Workshops.