Contemporary · 2026 & 2027
Contemporary Dance Intensives
Contemporary and modern intensives sit at the artistic edge of the summer calendar — anchored by Jacob's Pillow, ADF (American Dance Festival), Bates, Springboard, and the residencies at Hubbard Street, Complexions, BodyTraffic, and EDCM. Tracks range from technique-and-repertory weeks for high school dancers to professional residencies. Audition video typically required.
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Upcoming contemporary intensives
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Frequently asked questions about contemporary intensives
- How many contemporary summer intensives are there?
- We track 724 upcoming contemporary summer dance intensives and camps across the US and Canada.
- Do contemporary intensives require an audition?
- Most pre-professional contemporary and modern intensives require a video audition. Some programs (Jacob's Pillow, ADF) are highly selective; others (regional studios, university programs) accept dancers based on level or experience description.
- What ages are contemporary dance intensives for?
- Programs vary widely — from ages 6-12 day camps at local studios, through teen pre-professional intensives (ages 12-18), up to college / pre-professional / adult programs (18+). Check each program card below for age range.
- How much do contemporary summer intensives cost?
- Costs range from free Governor's School programs through $1,500-3,000 for studio intensives, to $4,000-6,000 for residential programs at universities and festivals (ADF, Jacob's Pillow School, etc.).
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