It's time to think about your SUMMER PLANS!First, congratulations to all the Utica Dance performers who took part in the Spring Concerts on May 2nd at MVCC Dancers delighted audiences in Alice in Wonderland, Contredanse, Raymonda, 42nd St Tap and Rhapsody by Jon Lehrer. Then 33 of the dancers who followed us to Dancenter from Utica Dance, danced in their first recital with Dancenter of Utica. They performed in 21 different dances, demonstrating their skills in ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary and hiphop. Bravo to the dancers and their new teachers What's next? July 2nd, Utica Dance alumni and guests have been invited to return to collaborate with the Caroga Arts Collective on a unique program to the music of Leroy Anderson that will feature actor Alex Moffatt, formerly of SNL, CAC Director Kyle Price and musician/actor Brian Shank. These Utica Dance alumni have been guest artists at the Caroga Arts Music Festival since 2019: Violet Pedulla, Maya Brown, Bailey Harrer, Sean Morris and guest Toni Palmissano. More information hereAugust 8th, Peter and the Wolf returns! A perennial favorite for audiences of all ages will be presented by Caroga Art Collective on a Saturday show at 10:00am. Ewan Leising, rising 9th grader in Clinton will be joined by alumni Isla Zammiello and current Utica Dancers Caroline Huang and Karina Parkhomchuk, among others. More information hereRegister NOW for Summer Classes at Dancenter of Utica and HerkimeTo find out what is available for you, go to: Dancenter of Utica and HerkimerClick Register now, create an account and discover your options for weekly classes. Summer Session July 6-August 7Fun weekly summer camps for kids of all ages. NUTCRACKER 2026 Save the dates: December 11, 12, 13 at MVCC
We are always excited to collaborate with dancers from around the community. Want to learn more, join or attend?
Email:
nancy@uticadance.com If you are interested in our other special events:
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Please include your age, interest, level of experience.
Adult Ballet still meets Fridays, 9:30-10:45. Please email or text if you plan to attend. NL
Fall 2024 Nancy Long joined Dancenter of Utica as ballet instructor. Anthony Salatino joined fall 2025. Together they provide a solid technical and artistic foundation for students with professional aspirations or for anyone wishing to get a solid dance foundation for all aspects of dance. Utica Dance, Inc presents performances, programs, and workshops for the benefit of the whole community. The recent choreographers workshop with the Jon Lehrer Dance Company welcomed dancers from three schools. Watch this space for special workshops summer 2026 with guest artists!Utica Dance Nutcracker and Spring Concerts in May take place at MVCC.
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ABOUT UTICA DANCE
The Utica Dance is passionately committed to providing students with the opportunity to learn and perform the art of dance in a positive, structured, and inspiring environment. Utica Dance was formerly known as the Munson Williams Proctor Arts Institute Dance Program. We are proud of our long tradition of over 52 years providing the highest quality dance instruction.
Our dance productions provide all students in the Children's and Pre-Professional Divisions with opportunities to perform in professional caliber shows that range from classic ballets to original contemporary dances.
We invite all students and teachers to enhance their dance training by attending any of the workshops offered at our school throughout the year. Workshops and master classes are led by our distinguished faculty, staff and guest instructors. Discounts and payment plans available for students taking multiple classes and families with more than one dancer.
