Intrigue Dance Intensive - Austin, TX

About Intrigue Dance Intensive

Intrigue Dance Intensive operates as a comprehensive dance education company offering both convention classes and competition opportunities with a distinctive "Dance Different" philosophy that emphasizes improvisation and creative growth. The company hosts approximately 6 events per season across multiple cities nationwide, featuring a unique blend of traditional competition categories alongside innovative formats including Improv, Imagination (choreography), Sidekick Improv, and Collaborative competitions. Their programming also includes specialized events like Neovate and Nova Intensive week-long training, providing dancers with extensive opportunities to develop both technical skills and choreographic voice. The competition structure uses a detailed scoring system with awards ranging from Bronze (216-230.99 points) to True Artist (291-300 points), with judges evaluating performances based on Technique (40%), Overall Performance (25%), Choreography & Musicality (20%), and Staging (15%). A three-judge panel oversees competitions across Mini, Junior, Teen, and Senior age divisions, with special recognition including Overall awards, Choreography awards, Visionary awards, and True Director/Producer studio recognition. The company offers a nationals event and maintains an assistant program that allows dancers to progress within their system from class participants to teaching assistants, creating a comprehensive pathway for dance education and industry experience.

Awards, Judging & Scoring

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Pricing

Regular pricing: Solo $190, Duo/Trio $105/dancer, Group $75/dancer, Improv $65. Late rates (applied to registrations within 30 days of the event; late fees begin December 9, 2026): Solo $210, Duo/Trio $125/dancer, Group $95/dancer, Improv $70.