express program

about express

EXPRESS rapidly challenges advanced dancers to develop artistry, embodied storytelling and performance quality through the expedited process of building a show for an intimate audience.

This 8-week performance program allows seasoned dancers to go beyond learning technique, and collaborate with expert choreographers and directors to hone their craft as a performer. EXPRESS is by audition, and only advanced dancers are eligible to participate, as they must demonstrate the strong Heels dance technique required to safely perform in a show after only 8 weeks.

Dancers can audition to join the SOLOS OR the ENSEMBLE groups, which each focus on their own artistic development path.

For Spring 2024, we are offering ENSEMBLE groups in Vancouver, Squamish, and Victoria, which all perform in one show in Vancouver at Celebrities Nightclub on May 4, 2024. We are also offering a SOLOS group in Vancouver only.

We will be deciding rehearsal times based on responses to our AUDITION FORM. A variety of times are available.

develop legendary shows

Although we love the glitz, glitter and glamour of our PROGRESS shows - the intimate cabaret-style shows the EXPRESS program creates inspire you to dive deeper into sensuality and storytelling. Featuring a theme rather than a storyline, they provide a platform for you to explore characters, express sexuality and embrace your unique interpretation of the choreography. EXPRESS also offers the opportunity to perform solo acts - allowing you to dig into your personal style and get one-on-one feedback from industry experts.

choose your challenge

The EXPRESS program is not organized into levels, and requires an audition so directors can build cohorts. Depending on how deeply you want to dive into your artistry, we offer two options for Express class structure: ENSEMBLE and SOLOS.

ENSEMBLE courses are taught in a small group setting, where you collaborate with other artists to perform pieces of choreography together, set by choreographers and workshopped by directors.

SOLO courses are intimate play spaces where you’re guided through a series of artistic workshops that support you in creating your own solo piece, including assistance with music selection, character development, intention setting and choreographic choices. In class and through weekly assignments, you will workshop your solo with directors to transform it into a work of art! While each student completes their own solo, they work alongside a very small cohort of other artists on the same 8-week journey.

work with expert directors

Ready to ramp up your technical and performance training with legends in Vancouver and beyond? We’re bringing you expert directors and choreographers to work in an intimate setting on honing your artistry, execution and performance. Train hard in an accelerated 8-week program, learn dynamic and challenging choreography, and participate in the development of an intimate show. Although EXPRESS is deliberately intense, we foster a collaborative, supportive and fun environment free from competition.

express program pricing

$399 + GST
program fee

CURRENT STUDENT DISCOUNTED RATE: $299 + GST
Any student currently enrolled in the Spring 2024 Progress term gets $100 OFF.

what’s included

NOTE ABOUT WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED

In an effort to promote transparency and financial accessibility, we like to let students know ahead of time about other costs that may arise that are not included in the registration fees. Most of these things can be borrowed, bought second hand, or sourced.

• Travel or accommodations if you’re travelling from outside of Vancouver to perform

• Heels to dance in (we recommend suede bottomed heels no higher than 4” tall)

• Outfits to dance in (we recommend whatever makes you feel fabulous!)

• Your costume, which must be sourced in alignment with our guidelines

• Stage makeup in alignment with our guidelines, and hairstyling services

• Tickets to the show (encourage your friends to support you + local art!)

• Free copies of the show videos (you can access these through LumiTV)

still have questions?

Read our FAQ GUIDE to Express 2024.

sign up to audition

Audition in Vancouver, Squamish or Victoria on MARCH 2 from 4:30-6:30PM.

You may audition in person or via video submission.