17th ANNUAL OAKLAND DANCE FESTIVAL: 2023 | 32000 Shiawassee St

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The 17th Annual Oakland Dance Festival: 2023 is a highly anticipated event taking place on November 18th in Farmington, Michigan. This full-day festival offers a plethora of exciting opportunities for dancers of all ages and backgrounds. From inspiring master classes to performance evaluations and scholarship auditions, participants will have a chance to learn, showcase their talents, and network with industry professionals. The festival is open to private dance studios, high school dance programs, and individual students. It provides access to innovative master classes, on-site recruitment and scholarship auditions, various performance options, and two Showcase Concerts featuring college/university and professional dance companies. This year's event will feature performances by renowned professional dance companies on Friday, November 17th, as well as special performances by college dance companies on Saturday, November 18th. For aspiring dancers between the ages of 13-18, there will be a wide range of master classes to participate in, the opportunity to share choreographic works for feedback, and a chance to perform in the college showcase concert. Additionally, there will be live dance performances featuring college and professional dancers, as well as an exploration of dance opportunities in higher education. Current high school 10th-12th graders who aspire to major in dance or attend a summer dance intensive can take advantage of the on-site college recruitment and scholarship auditions. This unique experience allows dancers to be observed for priority entrance, awards, and scholarships. Many prestigious colleges, including Eastern Michigan University, University of Michigan, and Wayne State University, have participated in the on-site scholarship audition in previous years. The festival also offers performance evaluations and feedback, providing dance groups with valuable insight and a head start on their competition/performance season. Solos, duets, and group dances of all styles are welcome, and a panel of distinguished artists from college/university and professional companies will provide constructive feedback. Selected groups and soloists will have the opportunity to perform in the evening College Showcase Concert. In addition to the various dance activities, there will also be a college fair where students and parents can speak with college recruiters and company directors. This is a great opportunity to gather information and do research on institutions that best fit educational needs. Registration for the 17th Annual Oakland Dance Festival: 2023 opens on September 15th. For more information, visit the official website at oaklanddancefestival.com or contact harrison.dance@gmail.com. Don't miss out on this incredible event that promises to inspire and challenge dancers to take their skills to the next level.