Houston Contemporary Workshop
June 15th-21st, 2026 (15+)
The Institute of Contemporary Dance Houston presents the Houston Contemporary Dance Company in a six day workshop geared toward the pre-professional and professional level dancers (Ages 15+) that are interested in a full choreographic experience while learning more about Houston Contemporary Dance Company. This workshop will consist of two technique classes a day and then the afternoon working on creating a new choreographic work from our 2 Guest Artists ( to be announced). Attendees conclude in a special performance on Sunday, June 21st, 2026 at the Institute of Contemporary Dance. Acceptance into the workshop is by audition only with limited in studio spots. If you cannot audition in person or virtually, please submit a video audition here.
Sample Schedule:
9:30AM Studio Opens/Check in
10-12PM Technique Class
12-12:15PM Break
12:15-1:15PM HCDC Rep
1:15-2PM Lunch
2-4:30PM Choreography with Guest Choreographer
*This week concludes with a special performance on Sunday June 21st, 2026 at 2PM
Pricing:
$100 non-refundable deposit due upon registration
$800 for the 7 days ($700 after deposit)
$50 off for PATH/Institute members
Full Payment is due June 1st, 2026
ALL PAYMENTS ARE DUE IN FULL BY JUNE 1ST, 2026. THERE ARE NO REFUNDS.
*A REGISTRATION FORM WILL BE SENT OUT AFTER AUDITIONS.
ICD SUMMER INTENSIVES (11+/AUDITION REQUIRED)
Institute Intensives for movers 11+. Auditions are required and the deadline to sign up is June 15th, 2026 for all four intensives. Discount for Institute Members and for movers that are participating in all four weeks!
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Sample Schedule for Institute Intensives:
9AM Studio Opens/Check in
9:30-11AM Technique Class #1`
11:15-12:45PM Technique Class #2
12:45-1:15PM Lunch
1:15-2:45PM Technique Class #3
3-4PM Break out class
*Every Friday 3-4PM Open Showing!
Pricing for Institute Intensives:
$100 non-refundable deposit
$500 for per week ($400 after deposit)
$1,600 for four weeks
$50 off each week for PATH/Institute members
Full Payment is due on June 15th, 2026
ALL PAYMENTS ARE DUE IN FULL BY JUNE 15TH, 2026. THERE ARE NO REFUNDS.
*A REGISTRATION FORM WILL BE SENT OUT AFTER AUDITIONS.